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    Amnesty Urges Senators to Press Israel on Rights Abuses▼Senators Must Demand Answers on Israeli Government’s Human Rights Abuses and Killing of U.S. Citizens in the Occupied West Bank✉newsWorldHuman Rights3 h ago

    Amnesty International USA is calling on US senators to demand answers from the Israeli government over human rights abuses in the occupied West Bank, including the killing of American citizens. The advocacy group argues that US lawmakers have a responsibility to seek accountability when US citizens are killed and to scrutinise Israel's conduct in the territory. The appeal adds to mounting pressure on Washington over its ally's actions in the Palestinian territories.

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    US Senate blocks resolution on Israeli violence in West Bank●US Senate blocks resolution demanding accountability over Israeli violence in West Bank By Joseph Gedeon in Washington NMmastodonWorld3528 min ago

    The US Senate has blocked a resolution demanding accountability over Israeli violence against Americans and Palestinians in the occupied West Bank. The resolution, reported by Joseph Gedeon in Washington, sought answers amid the deaths of nine American citizens killed by Israeli settlers or security forces in the territory since 2022. The Senate's rejection means no formal accountability mechanism will proceed, drawing criticism from those pressing for US action over the killings.

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    A group of US senators is pressing the Trump administration to extend Temporary Protected Status for Ukrainians living in the United States. The designation shields recipients from deportation and allows work permits, and the senators argue that conditions in Ukraine, still under Russian attack, make returning unsafe. The push comes as the status's expiration approaches, drawing attention from immigrant communities and advocates.

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    US Senate blocks resolution on Israeli West Bank violence●US Senate blocks resolution demanding accountability over Israeli violence in West BankMmastodon383 min ago

    The US Senate has blocked a resolution demanding accountability over Israeli violence in the occupied West Bank. The measure followed the deaths of nine American citizens killed by Israeli settlers or security forces in the territory since 2022. Supporters of the resolution had pressed for Washington to take a firmer stance on the killings, while opponents argued it risked straining relations with a key ally.

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    Murray Slams Republicans Over Family Funding and Congress's Budget Power▼Murray Calls Out Republicans’ Failure to Defend Funding for Families & Congress’ Power of the Purse✉newsWorldUS Politics28 min ago

    Senator Patty Murray, a Washington Democrat and senior Appropriations Committee member, publicly criticized Republicans for failing to defend federal funding that supports families, and for ceding Congress's constitutional power of the purse. Her remarks frame the dispute as an institutional issue, arguing lawmakers of both parties should protect Congress's authority over federal spending rather than allow it to erode. The statement adds to ongoing partisan tensions over budget priorities in Washington.

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    Hunter Biden Predicts Bitcoin Will Hit $220,000 by 2028▼Hunter Biden Predicts Bitcoin Will Hit $220,000 by 2028, Calls Elizabeth Warren's Crypto Criticism 'So Wrong'✉newsBusinessCrypto20 h ago

    Hunter Biden, son of former US President Joe Biden, has publicly predicted that Bitcoin will reach $220,000 by 2028. He also sharply criticized Senator Elizabeth Warren's stance on cryptocurrency, calling her views 'so wrong'. The comments add a political dimension to the ongoing debate over crypto regulation in Washington, where Warren has been one of the industry's most prominent critics.

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    US Senate blocks resolution on Israeli West Bank violence▼US Senate blocks resolution demanding accountability over Israeli violence in West Bank https://www. theguardian.com/us-MmastodonWorld528 min ago

    The US Senate has blocked a resolution demanding accountability over Israeli violence against Palestinians in the West Bank. The measure, pushed by Democratic lawmakers, would have required scrutiny of abuses in the occupied territory. Its failure underscores continued congressional division over US policy toward Israel, with Republicans opposing accountability measures and the outcome drawing criticism from human rights advocates.

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    US Senate rejects motion on human rights resolution regarding Israel▼US Senate votes down motion to advance resolution on human rights practices in Israel✉newsWorldHuman Rights22 min ago

    The US Senate has voted down a motion to advance a resolution concerning human rights practices in Israel, according to Anadolu Agency. The vote means the resolution will not move forward in the chamber. Details on the vote count, the senators involved, and the specific findings the resolution would have addressed were not provided.

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    Senator blocks bill restricting Trump's Kennedy Center powers▼US senator blocks bill to ban Trump from demolishing Kennedy Center without Congress’s approval✉newsWorldUS Politics28 min ago

    A US senator has blocked legislation that would bar President Trump from demolishing or substantially altering the Kennedy Center in Washington without congressional approval. Trump has chaired the institution's board since 2025 and floated renovation plans, prompting alarm from Democrats and arts figures. The bill's supporters say the landmark cultural venue should not be reshaped unilaterally; opponents called the measure unnecessary, and its passage is now stalled.

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    US Senate blocks resolution on Israeli West Bank violence▼US Senate blocks resolution demanding accountability over Israeli violence in West Bank✉newsWorldHuman Rights22 min ago

    The US Senate has blocked a resolution that demanded accountability over Israeli violence against Palestinians in the occupied West Bank. The measure would have pushed for scrutiny of abuses committed in the territory. The blocking means no formal congressional demand for accountability will proceed, drawing attention to divisions in Washington over US policy toward Israel and the treatment of Palestinians.

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    Senator Katie Britt of Alabama is in the spotlight as a heated Senate hearing unfolds in Washington, where former special counsel Jack Smith defended his investigations into Donald Trump. Britt's role in the proceedings has drawn attention, with the hearing marked by sharp exchanges over the legitimacy and conduct of the Trump probes.

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    Midterm ad spending tops $1.5 billion●Ad spending in midterm races crosses $1.5 billion✉newsWorldPolitics29 min ago

    Advertising spending on US midterm election races has surpassed $1.5 billion, according to a Washington Post report. The total reflects the escalating cost of campaigns as parties and candidates pour money into television, digital and local ads ahead of the vote, underlining how expensive competitive House, Senate and gubernatorial contests have become.

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    Washington Senator Leads First Federal Push to Regulate College Sports●WA Sen. spearheads first federal attempt to regulate college sports✉newsSportSports56 min ago

    A US Senator from Washington state is spearheading the first federal effort to regulate college sports, according to regional reporting. The move would bring national oversight to a field long governed by the NCAA and state-level laws, touching issues like athlete compensation and NIL rights. Details of the proposal remain limited, but the involvement of federal lawmakers marks a notable shift in the college athletics debate.

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    The US Senate has blocked a resolution addressing Israel's human rights practices, preventing the measure from advancing. The move highlights the difficulty of passing congressional measures critical of Israel, where support for close security and diplomatic ties with Washington remains strong among many lawmakers. Critics of the decision argue it shields Israel from scrutiny over its treatment of Palestinians, while supporters view such resolutions as unnecessary interference in a key alliance.

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    Warner Warns AI Risks 'No Longer Theoretical' as Trump Seeks Rename▼Warner Warns AI Risks ‘No Longer Theoretical’ as Trump Moves to Rename Technology✉newsTechnology4 h ago

    US Senator Mark Warner warned that artificial intelligence risks are 'no longer theoretical', speaking as President Trump moves to rename the technology. Warner's comments highlight growing concern in Washington about the real-world dangers of AI systems, framing them as an immediate policy challenge rather than a distant threat, even as the administration seeks to rebrand the field.

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    Mike Lee blocks Kennedy Center bill in Senate●mike lee blocks kennedy center billGgoogleUS1K18 h ago

    Senator Mike Lee has blocked legislation related to the Kennedy Center in the Senate, drawing criticism from Democrats. Senator Jeff Merkley slammed Senate Republicans for what he called rubberstamping Trump-aligned appointments, and the obstruction has become part of the broader fight over control of the Washington institution and its leadership.

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    US Senate rejects bill seeking report on Israeli West Bank abuses●US Senate narrowly rejects bill seeking report on Israeli rights violations in occupied West Bank✉newsWorldHuman Rights1 h ago

    The US Senate has narrowly voted down a bill that would have required a report on Israeli human rights violations in the occupied West Bank. The close outcome underscores deep divisions in Washington over US policy toward Israel amid the ongoing conflict, with supporters arguing oversight of US aid is warranted and opponents calling the measure one-sided.

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    Senator Valladares and Colleagues Push Federal Film Tax Credit●Senator Valladares, Colleagues Urge Congress to Back Federal Film Tax Credit✉newsWorldUS Politics12 h ago

    Senator Suzette Martinez Valladares, together with fellow lawmakers, is urging Congress to support a federal film tax credit aimed at bolstering the American film and television production industry. The appeal comes as US production work faces competition from other countries and states offering generous incentives, prompting renewed debate in Washington over federal support for domestic film jobs.

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    Senators edged Browns 6-5 in July 1941 MLB game▼MLB Gameday: Senators 6, Browns 5 Final Score (07/13/1941)✉newsSportBaseball6 h ago

    A Washington Senators 6-5 win over the St. Louis Browns from July 13, 1941 is circulating on MLB's Gameday archive, showing the final score and box score of the decades-old matchup. The result is being revisited by baseball fans browsing historical scores, a reminder of two franchises that have long since relocated — the Senators became the Texas Rangers, while the Browns are now the Baltimore Orioles.

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    Senate passes college sports legislation backed by GW and A-10●Senate passes GW, A-10-backed college sports legislation✉newsSportSports10 h ago

    The GW Hatchet reports that a senate has passed college sports legislation supported by George Washington University and the Atlantic 10 Conference. The measure, described as backed by both GW and the A-10, was approved in a senate vote, though details of what the legislation does and how it will be implemented have not been provided.

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    Tigers fall 5-4 to Senators in July 1941 game resurfaces●MLB Gameday: Tigers 4, Senators 5 Final Score (07/22/1941)✉newsSportBaseball9 h ago

    A final score from July 22, 1941 is drawing attention: the Washington Senators beat the Detroit Tigers 5-4 in an MLB game played more than 80 years ago. The box score was published on MLB's official Gameday archive, which logs historical results alongside modern ones. No current event connected to the matchup is known, and no figures involved are commented on.

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    US Senators Urge Rubio to Respect Brazil's Elections●Shaheen, Kaine, Welch Call on Secretary Rubio to Respect Free Elections in Brazil✉newsWorldElections14 h ago

    Senators Jeanne Shaheen, Tim Kaine and Peter Welch have called on Secretary of State Marco Rubio to respect free elections in Brazil. The three Democratic lawmakers issued the appeal through the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, pressing the Trump administration's top diplomat to back democratic processes in the South American country amid tensions between Washington and Brasília.

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    Senator Mike Lee blocks bill protecting Kennedy Center from demolition●US senator blocks bill to ban Trump from demolishing Kennedy Center without Congress’s approval Mike Lee objected to theMmastodonWorld012 h ago

    US Senator Mike Lee has blocked a bill that would prohibit President Trump from demolishing the Kennedy Center without Congress's approval. The legislation would have safeguarded any presidential memorial designated by Congress against demolition. Lee objected to the measure, halting its progress, and the move has drawn criticism as concerns grow over Trump's influence over the Washington institution.

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    Senator blocks bill requiring Congress approval for Kennedy Center demolition●US senator blocks bill to ban Trump from demolishing Kennedy Center without Congress’s approval https://www. theguardianMmastodonWorldUS Politics315 h ago

    A US senator has blocked legislation that would prohibit Donald Trump from demolishing or substantially altering the Kennedy Center in Washington without Congress's approval. Trump, who has taken a hands-on role at the institution, has floated major renovations, prompting Democratic lawmakers to seek legal safeguards for the federally backed arts centre. The hold leaves the bill stalled in the Senate.

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    Merkley, Pingree Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Kennedy Center●Merkley, Pingree Lead Bipartisan Bill to Prevent Demolition of the Kennedy Center✉newsWorldUS Politics12 h ago

    Senators Jeff Merkley and Chellie Pingree have introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at preventing the demolition of the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC. The legislation seeks to shield the iconic performing arts venue from destruction. The move follows heightened public concern over the future of the landmark building, which has become entangled in political debates over its leadership and direction.

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    Senate Democrats warn Trump administration over Brazil election interference●Senate Democrats warn Trump administration against Brazil election interference✉newsWorldElections16 h ago

    Senate Democrats issued a warning to the Trump administration against interfering in Brazil's elections. The warning, reported by The Hill, signals congressional concern that the administration might take actions to influence the outcome of the Brazilian vote. Democrats are pressing the White House to respect Brazil's electoral sovereignty, though details of any specific alleged interference were not provided.