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- 1Trump Moves To Cancel $810 Million in Congress-Approved Spending▼Trump Moves To Cancel $810 Million in Spending Approved by Congress
The Trump administration is moving to cancel $810 million in federal spending that was previously approved by Congress. The reported plan would rescind funds lawmakers had already allocated, setting up a fresh clash between the White House and Capitol Hill over control of the federal purse. The move is likely to draw legal and political challenges from members of Congress who argue the executive branch cannot unilaterally refuse to spend money appropriated by law.
- 2Lawmakers slam Trump's 'unlawful' $810 million federal funding cut▼Lawmakers slam Trump’s ‘unlawful’ move to cut $810 million in federal funds
US lawmakers are accusing President Trump of acting unlawfully after his administration moved to cut $810 million in federal funds. Critics in Congress say the unilateral reduction exceeds executive authority and have denounced it as an illegal overreach, setting up a likely fight over the money on Capitol Hill.
- 3Congress struggles to keep up with AI policy challenges●‘Dumbfounds us all’: Congress struggles with policies rippling from AI development
Members of Congress are voicing frustration over how quickly artificial intelligence is developing, with lawmakers saying its ripple effects across the economy and society have left them struggling to craft effective policy. The remark that AI 'dumbfounds us all' captures a broader sense on Capitol Hill that legislation is lagging behind the technology's rapid advance.
- 4Congress punts on AI regulation as lawmakers press for action▼Congress kicks AI fight down the road as lawmakers demand action
Congress has once again delayed action on artificial intelligence legislation, according to The Hill, even as lawmakers from both parties call for federal rules on the fast-moving technology. The report highlights growing frustration on Capitol Hill over the gap between demands for AI oversight and Congress's inability to pass meaningful regulation, leaving the US without a comprehensive AI framework while other jurisdictions move ahead.
- 5Crypto Shifts Focus From Congress to Regulators▼How Crypto Stopped Waiting for Congress and Learned to Love the Regulators
The crypto industry is increasingly working directly with US regulators rather than waiting for Congress to pass comprehensive legislation, Decrypt reports. After years of stalled bills on Capitol Hill, exchanges and industry groups are engaging agencies like the SEC and CFTC to shape rules in practice, accepting limited oversight as the price of legal certainty and market access.
- 6Trump family crypto ventures stall Clarity Act in Congress▼How political tensions over Trump family crypto ventures derailed Clarity Act
Efforts to pass the Clarity Act, a bill to set clear US rules for crypto markets, have stalled amid political tensions tied to the Trump family's growing crypto ventures. Critics say the family's financial interests in digital assets have complicated negotiations, giving Democrats reason to resist and Republicans reason to defend, leaving the legislation in limbo on Capitol Hill.
- 7Duffy seeks $30 billion from Congress for air travel upgrades▼Duffy asks $30B of Congress for air travel modernization projects
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has asked Congress for $30 billion to fund air travel modernization projects. The request targets upgrades to the US aviation system, including infrastructure and technology improvements. The funding appeal comes amid ongoing scrutiny of delays and capacity strains in American air travel, and will now face consideration by lawmakers on Capitol Hill.
- 8Small Business Owners Head to Capitol for Healthcare Summit▼Small Business Owners Visit Capitol for Healthcare Summit
The National Federation of Independent Business brought small business owners to the US Capitol for a healthcare summit focused on health coverage costs and policy affecting small employers. Participants are expected to meet with lawmakers and discuss rising premiums and healthcare access as key concerns for small businesses.