#Congress

Democrats Prepare Series of Investigations Against Trump if Successful in Elections

Politics 09/28/2026, 14:33

US Democrats plan major investigations into the Trump family's business deals if they gain control of Congress in the November 2026 midterm elections.

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US Targets VPNs: New Bill Allows Blocking Pirate Sites Across Infrastructure Level

Technology 09/27/2026, 15:04

The US Congress has introduced the ACPA bill, obliging ISPs, DNS, and VPN services to block pirate sites based on court orders.

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Trump Administration Proposes Canceling $810 Million in Federal Funding

Politics 09/27/2026, 13:12

The Trump administration has proposed canceling 810 million dollars in unspent federal funds using a pocket rescission mechanism near the fiscal year's end.

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"Historic Day": Kyiv Welcomes Trump's Signing of the "Hellish Sanctions" Law Against Russia

Politics 09/20/2026, 10:23

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha called Trump's signing of the "hellish sanctions" law against Russia a "historic day" and urged the EU and G7 countries to intensify sanctions pressure on Moscow.

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Trump Signs Graham Law on "Hellish Sanctions" Against Russia and Iran: What HR 5334 Provides For

Politics 09/20/2026, 04:03

On September 18, 2026, Trump signed law HR 5334 — Graham's "hellish sanctions" against Russia and Iran — expanding tariffs and prohibitions. The House of Representatives passed the document with 252 votes, and China called the sanctions unlawful.

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Beijing Calls U.S. 'Hellish Sanctions' Against Russia Illegal: China's Foreign Ministry Statement Ahead of Trump–Xi Summit

Politics 09/18/2026, 19:10

China's Foreign Ministry stated that the sanctions against Russia adopted by the U.S. Congress have no basis in international law. The statement came on the eve of the expected Trump–Xi Jinping summit in Washington.

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White House confirms: Trump to sign 'hellish sanctions' against Russia — tariffs up to 100% for buyers of Russian gas and oil

Politics 09/17/2026, 22:26

The White House confirmed Trump's intention to sign a sanctions law against Russia, adopted by the House of Representatives by a vote of 262 to 159. The document allows the imposition of tariffs of up to 100% on countries buying Russian gas and oil and extends sanctions against Iran until 2031.

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US House on the Verge of Passing the Graham–Blumenthal 'Hellish Sanctions': What Will Change for the Kremlin

Politics 09/17/2026, 01:20

The US House of Representatives is set to finally adopt the Graham–Blumenthal bill with strict sanctions against the Russian Federation on September 16. The final application of the measures remains subject to President Trump's decision.

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US House Prepares Final Vote on 'Hellish' Sanctions Against Russia and Iran

Politics 09/15/2026, 12:15

The US House of Representatives approved the procedure for considering a bill on new sanctions against Russia and Iran on September 14. The final vote could take place as early as September 16.

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Trump's approval rating rises slightly, but Democrats gain a record advantage ahead of the Congressional elections

Politics 09/15/2026, 10:06

A Reuters/Ipsos poll showed that Trump's approval rating rose slightly to 35% from a record 33%, but Democrats gained a 7-point lead in hypothetical Congressional races ahead of the November midterms.

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“Congressional intervention will be required”: Speaker Johnson refutes Trump’s claim that $5,000 payments can be made without lawmakers’ approval

Politics 09/14/2026, 04:07

House Speaker Mike Johnson stated that the $5,000 payments promised by Trump will require congressional approval, refuting the White House’s version of launching the program without lawmakers.

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Democrats Prepare Package of Investigations Against Trump in Case of Victory in Midterm Elections

Politics 09/13/2026, 09:09

Democrats are preparing large-scale investigations against Trump in case of victory in the midterm elections: from energy deals to the pardons of participants in the 2021 Capitol storming.

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“Trump Dividends”: How the US President Plans to Pay Every Citizen $5,000

Politics 09/13/2026, 07:37

In an interview with CBS News, Trump explained that payments of $5,000 to each American in the event of a Republican victory could be funded through tariffs, and stated that congressional approval would likely not be required.

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"I'd Do It Again": Trump Rejects Regret Over the Iran War and Ties Its End to the Congressional Elections

Politics 09/11/2026, 05:35

In a Fox News interview, Trump stated that he does not regret starting the war with Iran and would do the same again. He confirmed that the conflict will end after the November 2026 U.S. congressional midterm elections.

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Trump Promised Americans $5,000 Each for Republicans' Victory and Said Congressional Approval Would Not Be Required

Politics 09/11/2026, 04:29

Trump promised to pay each American $5,000 in the event of a Republican victory in the November congressional elections and stated that Congressional approval would not be required for this.

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Trump: War with Iran Will End Right After the Congressional Midterm Elections

Politics 09/10/2026, 14:16

Donald Trump stated that the war with Iran could end right after the congressional midterm elections in November 2026, and that gasoline prices would drop sharply. Meanwhile, Republicans fear losing their majority.

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Trump Promises $5,000 'Dividend' to Every American if Republicans Win the Elections

Politics 09/10/2026, 08:44

Trump has promised to pay $5,000 to every adult American if the Republicans retain control of Congress. The cost of the program could reach $1.35 trillion.

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