(WASHINGTON)– Senate Democrats including Maryland’s Chris Van Hollen have introduced nearly a dozen resolutions to push a vote this week and beyond to assert Congress’s authority over the use of military force. The resolutions direct the removal of U.S. forces…
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Sens. Cruz, Markey clash over Trump’s threats to annihilate Iran
Sen. Edward Markey proposed an amendment to the commerce committee that would restrict a sitting president’s ability to threaten the annihilation of an entire civilization.
Baltimore residents turn to free transit as gas prices continue to climb
Locals express concern over the uncertainty of gas prices and the impact of the conflict in Iran. Some celebrated 410 Day by hitching a free ride on public transportation throughout the city.
Democrats try again for war powers resolution act, but fail
Amid the two-week U.S.-Iran ceasefire, House Democrats continue pushing for a bill to check President Trump’s military excursions in a pro forma session on Thursday.
Congressional candidates for Western Maryland spend millions on primary race
(WASHINGTON)–The two leading Democratic primary candidates for Maryland’s 6th Congressional District are using millions of their own dollars to finance their campaigns. Incumbent U.S. Rep. April McClain Delaney, has personally funded more than half of the $1.3 million she has…
U.S. Rep. Andy Harris is a long-term incumbent, but Democrats think they can beat him in 2026
Democrats running for Congress in Maryland’s 1st District are less focused on their primary opponents right now than on the incumbent they want to face in the fall.
Polls Show Majority of Americans Disapprove of Iran Conflict as Trump Defends War in Address
Multiple national polls show most Americans oppose U.S military involvement in Iran, a stark contrast to President Donald Trump’s national address on April 1, which cast the conflict as progressing toward success.
Photo story: D.C. Kite Festival draws thousands to ‘play with the wind’
The Maryland Kite Society staked out a spot on the National Mall to fly with their historic community.
President Trump issues executive order to change the landscape of college sports
(WASHINGTON)–Major changes could be coming to American college sports after President Donald Trump issued an executive order allowing college athletes only a five-year-window to compete and limiting the number of times athletes can transfer schools. The order, entitled “Urgent National…
Commission sends White House ballroom project to Congress for consideration
(WASHINGTON)–President Donald Trump’s proposal for a 90,000 square foot ballroom will move to Congress after the National Capital Planning Commission gave its approval during a Thursday hearing. The vote passed 8-to-1 despite continued public outcry. There were 32,000 public comments…