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Zelensky faces chilly GOP reception in Washington
Washington Politics

Zelensky faces chilly GOP reception in Washington

What a difference 10 months and a grinding war make, as Republicans vow no more 'blank checks' for Ukraine

Freedom Caucus won’t support Ukraine ‘blank check.’ What's that mean?
Specials

Freedom Caucus won’t support Ukraine ‘blank check.’ What's that mean?

There's a range of demands among Republicans resisting a swift up or down vote on new aid.

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Washington Politics

Why Dems should support Rep. Greene's more narrow cluster weapons ban

Despite late night rules committee switch, the need to prevent sending these weapons to Ukraine prevails over politics.

Speaker McCarthy drops 'blank check' for 'full support' of Ukraine aid
Europe

Speaker McCarthy drops 'blank check' for 'full support' of Ukraine aid

The GOP leader gave a full throated endorsement for Russia 'pulling out,' too, signaling a shift in tone and away from dissenting colleagues.

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Asia-Pacific

In Washington, China is a four-letter word and the excuse for everything

Lawmakers have introduced nearly 275 measures this session, while bureaucrats are busy using the CCP to justify ballooning budgets.

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Europe

Lawmakers deploy 'Munich' trope to push dangerously hawkish Ukraine resolutions

Bipartisan measures in House and Senate would ensure NATO membership and that 'victory' means restoration of 1991 borders.