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A bipartisan effort is underway in Congress to force the release of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, amid ongoing debates over transparency and political motives. Recent reports highlight efforts by some officials to bury or redact evidence, with partisan tensions influencing the process. The story is current as of Mon, 15 Sep 2025 15:50:15 +0100.
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In September 2025, the US military conducted at least three strikes on vessels alleged to be involved in drug trafficking near Venezuela, killing at least 17 men described as narcoterrorists. President Trump ordered the strikes, citing threats to US security, while Venezuela condemned the actions as illegal aggression and called for UN investigations amid rising regional tensions.
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Federal health policies are facing resistance from Republican-led states, with efforts to roll back vaccine mandates in schools and healthcare. The debate is intensifying amid political clashes over vaccine guidance and federal appointments, highlighting divisions over public health authority and scientific integrity.
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Recent developments include Hamas responding to Trump’s Gaza peace plan, a bipartisan effort to prevent a government shutdown, and ongoing political violence linked to Trump’s rhetoric. Trump plans a memorial for Charlie Kirk amid heightened security following Kirk’s assassination. The US faces political turmoil and violence concerns.
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The US Senate voted 51-47 to nullify tariffs imposed by President Trump, with some Republicans joining Democrats. The move follows Trump's recent trade deal with China and highlights bipartisan opposition to executive-led tariffs, though House resistance remains strong. The vote signals growing congressional pushback on trade policies.
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Recent polls reveal growing American fears about political violence, societal division, and distrust in institutions. A majority see the country as on the wrong track, with younger voters more accepting of violence and a deep partisan divide on fundamental rights and democracy.
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The US Senate passed a stopgap funding measure to avoid a government shutdown until January 2026. The bill includes funding for SNAP, veterans, military projects, and other agencies, with negotiations ongoing in Congress. The House is expected to vote soon, but key issues like healthcare subsidies remain unresolved.
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The U.S. Senate narrowly voted 51-49 against a resolution that would have required congressional approval for military actions in Venezuela. The vote comes amid ongoing U.S. military buildup and strikes targeting alleged drug vessels off Venezuela's coast, raising concerns over executive overreach and legal justification.
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At a Washington summit, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. endorsed the 'Make America Healthy Again' movement, praising its questioning of traditional health policies. The event, linked to anti-vaccine groups and attended by political figures, signals increased White House backing for controversial health reforms amid ongoing vaccine skepticism and public distrust.