American politician and Air Force veteran serving Florida’s 13th district since 2023
President Zelenskyy reported that the U.S. proposed hosting a trilateral meeting with Ukraine and Russia, but Moscow declined. The U.S. has postponed talks due to the Middle East conflict, while Ukraine warns of risks to its air defense stockpiles amid ongoing regional tensions.
Russian lawmakers from the Duma are set to visit Washington for talks with U.S. officials, despite ongoing sanctions. The trip aims to revive dialogue on Ukraine and other issues, with reports of a delegation led by Vyacheslav Nikonov and discussions about a broader U.S.-Russia engagement.
Over the past two decades, 53 allegations of workplace sexual harassment have been made against at least 30 US lawmakers. Most cases involve harassment of women, with a bipartisan pattern of accusations. Recent resignations follow investigations and public pressure, highlighting ongoing issues of misconduct in Congress.
President Donald Trump has said he will suspend the 18.4¢ federal gasoline tax "till it's appropriate" to ease rising pump prices; he has endorsed legislation Sen. Josh Hawley is introducing but cannot act unilaterally. Suspension would cut roughly 4% from retail prices and would reduce funds for the Highway Trust Fund.
The Pentagon has released over 160 previously classified files on UFOs, aliens and unidentified phenomena. The batch includes videos, photographs and witness accounts, with officials promising further releases in coming weeks. Skeptics warn the material remains inconclusive while some observers warn of possible concealment.
The 21st Century Road to Housing Act has advanced to President Trump’s desk after an 85-5 Senate vote. The package aims to boost housing supply, curb private-equity activity in single-family homes, and streamline environmental reviews, while House conservatives push for broader election safeguards. Expect a White House decision soon as lawmakers tout affordability gains ahead of the 2026 elections.