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
September 21, 2023
kevin mccarthy
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.
September 14, 2023
Military Industrial Complex
GOP plans to cut defense suddenly lost in debt ceiling debate
Republicans are adamant about reducing spending, but earlier calls to trim the Pentagon's share of the budget have disappeared. Why?
May 16, 2023
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.
May 02, 2023
Asia-Pacific
Tsai-McCarthy meeting will escalate US-China tensions
The House speaker agreeing to see Taiwan's leader in California will provide fodder for Washington and Beijing's sleepwalk toward conflict.
April 05, 2023
Washington Politics
Kevin McCarthy's misguided war on Ilhan Omar
She has been in the crosshairs of hawks for years — and not just because of her positions on Israel.
January 20, 2023
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