American politician, U.S. senator from Washington since 2001
Senate leaders have introduced a bipartisan bill to regulate athlete pay, cap transfers, and restrict coaching moves midseason, aiming to restore competitive balance. The SEC and Big Ten oppose the measure, arguing key issues remain unresolved, while other conferences see potential benefits.
The package of kids’ online safety measures has progressed in the House and draws White House attention. Key sticking points include whether to include a duty of care, how to handle age verification, and the balance between preemption of state AI laws and online safeguards. Supporters say safeguards are needed; critics warn of gaps and preemption risks.
Lawmakers are negotiating changes to the Protect College Sports Act, adding a retention pool to keep players on rosters while clarifying rules around third‑party NIL deals. The deal could influence how revenue sharing interacts with current House settlements as the Senate weighs action before its recess.
Wildfires burn across Spokane and the broader Pacific Northwest, with authorities warning they remain uncontained. Officials report thousands of structures at risk as hot, dry conditions persist and evacuations continue. Authorities say the weather will remain dry with temperatures rising, hindering containment efforts.