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Politics · United StatesRepublicans risk losing Congress, prompting investigations into Elon Musk
Expressen says Democrats are preparing investigations into Elon Musk’s SpaceX and Tesla over a large government contract tied to Ukraine’s Starlink system, citing remarks from Rep. Pramila Jayapal, Sen. Zoe Lofgren and Rep. Greg Meeks ahead of the 3 November 2026 midterms.
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Politics · United StatesHouse Republicans release Jack Smith probe transcripts
House Republicans have released six transcripts from the investigation into former Special Counsel Jack Smith. The transcripts include testimony from former prosecutors and a DOJ inspector general agent concerning the collection of phone records, with allegations of improper subpoenas targeting Republican lawmakers.
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Politics · ChinaLawmakers Ask DHS for Briefing on Forced Labor Law Enforcement
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has requested a briefing from the Department of Homeland Security regarding the enforcement of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act. The letter highlights concerns about goods potentially made with forced labor, including materials used in popular toys.
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Lawmakers question Army's decision to halt drone warfare specialization
A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers is pressing the Army to explain why it ordered the 173rd Airborne Brigade to stop specializing in drone warfare. The unit had been developing its own drones and practicing tactics pioneered by Ukraine.
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Politics · United StatesFauci held in contempt by Senate panel after invoking Fifth Amendment 111 times
The Senate Homeland Security Committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress after he invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination 111 times during a hearing on COVID-19 origins. The resolution, opposed by all Democrats, was sent to the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia for potential prosecution.
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