"Republicans plan to spend tens of billions of dollars on Trump's failed war in Iran," said Rep. Pete Aguilar of California, chairman of the House Democratic caucus, this week. "Think about what we could spend with these resources instead."
…Even if the House hauls the budget resolution forward, Johnson's strategy faces uncertainty in the Senate…
“Walk the building with me, stand in front of the Star-Spangled Banner in awe,” she said. “I believe what you shall find is not an institution that has forgotten its country but one that loves it enough to tell the full sweep of our history. The triumphs and the struggles.”
Hartig told the lawmakers that her love of America was “unconditional.” But she said that, “as a historian, I can tell you that over time, it has been very complicated for many people.” The museum’s goal, she said, is merely “to educate all Americans and everyone who comes through our door.”… “
We’re here for one single reason,” said Rep. Joe Morelle (D-N.Y.), the committee’s ranking member. “Because the president of the United States believes he is entitled to determine what is true about America’s past. He is not.”…
https://www.politico.com/news/2026/07/22/house-gop-national-history-museum-director-01008134
The deal is expected to last 30 years and is also expected to involve U.S. firms in developing the program. The deal could allow for the building of a uranium enrichment facility in Saudi Arabia following a joint U.S.-Saudi study…
https://www.politico.com/news/2026/07/21/uae-tech-security-risks-white-house-01006866
https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2026/07/trump-fallen-soldiers-iran-nuclear-weapon/
