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Senate NDAA debate could have something for everyone - Roll Call

The annual defense policy bill has attracted hundreds of proposed amendments, touching on health care, immigration, intelligence and more.

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Biden vs the Kingdom: Is this the end of the US-Saudi relationship?

The US-Saudi relationship endured a crippling oil embargo and the 9/11 attacks. Has the relationship run its course? Richard Hall investigates

The Independent UK

US Congress to Establish Working Group to 'Monitor Iran’s Nuclear, Missile Program'

Democratic and Republican lawmakers have reintroduced a bill aimed at monitoring Iran’s nuclear program. Rep. Senator Lindsey Graham announced the inclusion of the Iran Nuclear Weapons Capability Monitoring Act of 2022 - which he had submitted with Dem.

Asharq Al-Awsat

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Democrats Disagree Over Relationship with Saudi Arabia

US Democratic Representatives have tackled the Saudi-US relationship, with Representative Adam Smith warning against launching vague and incomprehensible threats against Saudi Arabia. Earlier, White House national security spokesman John Kirby said President Joe Biden is willing to begin reevaluating the US-Saudi ties after the Kingdom and its oil-exporting allies announced…

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Biden is rethinking the U.S. relationship with Saudi Arabia after OPEC cuts

After the cartel said it would cut oil production by 2 million barrels per day starting next month, the White House said it's time to look at the longstanding partnership with Saudi Arabia.

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US senator wants ‘freeze’ on Saudi cooperation after OPEC+ cuts

The US has accused Saudi Arabia of helping underwrite Russia’s war in Ukraine as the supply cut will raise prices.

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US Supports Iran Protests, Lawmakers Condemn Biden for Lack of Action

US lawmakers had various reactions to the protests in Iran, ranging from strong support to direct criticism of the US administration's policy toward Tehran. Protests in Iran continued over the death of Mahsa Amini and statements of support from bipartisan lawmakers are pouring in. Republican Senator Marsha Blackburn showed her…

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Biden’s vow to defend Taiwan makes US policy shift explicit

WASHINGTON — Three times as president, Joe Biden has said the U.S. would defend Taiwan if China invades the island, and each time his staff argued he wasn’t changing long-standing U.S. policy to keep Beijing guessing about U.S. intentions. His fourth time makes that much harder to do.

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U.S. does not have infinite patience on renewal of Venezuela talks - official

A U.S. State Department official put pressure on Venezuela leader Nicolas Maduro in a congressional hearing on Thursday, threatening more sanctions if talks with the opposition on resolving the country's long-running political and economic crisis are not renewed.

Reuters

Senate panel approves Taiwan bill after diluting some provisions

WASHINGTON — The Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Wednesday sent to the floor a major Taiwan security assistance bill, but not before agreeing to dilute some of the legislation’s provisions that would have ordered certain enhancements to U.S. diplomatic engagement with the self-governing island.

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Senate panel approves Taiwan bill after diluting some provisions - Roll Call

A Senate panel sent a bill to the floor that would bolster U.S. arms sales to Taiwan amid fears of an invasion by China.

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Taiwan, US struggle over differences on weapons to counter China

Washington is likely to send Taiwan more weapons in coming years to counter China — if the two sides can agree on which arms are needed.

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Biden Unlikely To Act On Marijuana Before Midterms, Senators Talk Cannabis Banking Reform Yet Again

Democrats are becoming more vocal about cannabis policy reforms as the midterms approach. They are urging President Biden to act on the issue. Pennsylvania Lt. Gov.

Benzinga

Is Spanish-language media really a free-for-all? Here’s how it is —and isn’t — regulated

MIAMI — False claims on WhatsApp and Telegram that monkeypox isn’t a real virus. Russian war propaganda reaching from Latin America to Hispanic voters in the U.S. Unfounded assertions that the FBI’s raid of Mar-a-Lago was ordered up directly by President Joe Biden.

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Sen. Lindsey Graham lawsuit in Georgia election case could clarify lawmaker protections

WASHINGTON — Sen. Lindsey Graham leaned on a constitutional protection for sitting members of Congress in an effort to keep from testifying before a Georgia grand jury, but legal experts say it’s not clear whether the argument ultimately will work for the South Carolina Republican.

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Sen. Lindsey Graham lawsuit could clarify lawmaker protections - Roll Call

Graham leaned on a constitutional protection for sitting members of Congress in an effort to keep from testifying before a grand jury.

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US Congress forces Joe Biden toward risky faceoff with China over Taiwan

U.S. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s Taiwan trip was only the most high-profile in a series of moves by Congress that are forcing President Joe Biden to test Beijing’s red lines — whether he wants to or not.

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Senators slated to take up bill to expand security support to Taiwan amid high-stakes Pelosi visit - Roll Call

A Senate panel plans to take up a bill that would expand security aid to Taiwan even as Speaker Pelosi has angered China with her visit there.

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Democrats could face tough immigration votes on reconciliation bill - Roll Call

Democratic senators are bracing for the possibility of high-pressure votes on immigration during the budget reconciliation debate this week.

The Independent UK

FEMA report: Flood insurance hikes will drive 1M from market

One million fewer people may purchase federal flood insurance by the end of the decade, according to a financial report obtained by the AP

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US Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Track Iran Nuclear Efforts

Democratic and Republican lawmakers have introduced a bill requiring the US administration to assess Iranian threats and develop a clear strategy to deal with them. The "Iran Nuclear Weapons Capability Monitoring Act of 2022" was presented by Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairman Bob Menendez and Senator Lindsey Graham. The act…

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Iran warns US over bill diminishing Biden bid for nuclear accord

Iran warned that proposed U.S. legislation targeting the Islamic Republic could further imperil stalled Biden administration efforts to resurrect the moribund nuclear deal.

The Independent UK

Senate panel OKs NATO expansion, rushing to full Senate vote

The Senate Foreign Relations Committee has given easy bipartisan approval to admitting Finland and Sweden into NATO

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Reconciliation talks complicated by ‘SALT’ tax hurdle

WASHINGTON — Democrats’ demands for changes to the tax code are threatening to complicate efforts to pass a slimmed-down budget reconciliation package by the August recess, as warring positions on a deduction for state and local taxes reemerge as a potential roadblock.

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Reconciliation talks complicated by 'SALT' tax hurdle - Roll Call

Democrats’ demands for changes to the tax code threaten to complicate efforts to pass a budget reconciliation package by the August recess.

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