“As the Secretary of Homeland Security, I look forward to continuing President Trump’s mission to safeguard the American people and defend the homeland.”
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An immigration advocacy day in Washington that brought Catholic delegations from several dioceses to meet with members of Congress.
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House passes extension of Obamacare subsidies for 3 years after 17 Republicans break ranks
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonThe U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill Jan. 8 to extend enhanced health care subsidies for three years by a vote of 230-196 after 17 Republicans broke with their …
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Senate advances war powers resolution on Venezuela, may consider Greenland measure
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonSenators advanced a war powers resolution requiring congressional approval for additional military action in Venezuela and may consider a measure on Greenland.
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Pro-life groups express concern as Trump calls to end Senate filibuster rule
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonCritics of the filibuster rule argue it creates inefficiency and gridlock, but in comments to OSV News, pro-life advocates cautioned against eliminating it.
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House approves funding package to end government shutdown; Trump signs measure into law
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonOnce signed by the president, it will end what was the longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history, which reached its 43rd day Nov. 12.
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Washington Roundup: Election shifts; Venezuela vote; transgender passports, and more
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonPresident Donald Trump and Republicans grappled with election losses Nov. 4 as the federal government shutdown became the longest in history.
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Washington Roundup: Trump wants filibuster nixed; SNAP payments ordered; nuclear tests back, and more
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonA federal judge ordered the Trump administration to make SNAP payments Oct. 31; Trump also ordered the U.S. military to resume nuclear testing after a pause of more than three …
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Catholic groups serving the poor call for action to end federal government shutdown
by Kate Scanlonby Kate ScanlonCatholic groups serving the poor urged lawmakers to end the gridlock which has resulted in a federal government shutdown.
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The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops ultimately said the bill “currently fails the poorest families,” and urged people to contact lawmakers.
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