Senators
The US has clarified its nuclear posture, reaffirming a pledge not to use or threaten to use nuclear weapons against non-nuclear-weapons states in compliance with their nonproliferation obligations. However, states that are not in compliance with these obligations, such as North Korea and Iran, are not covered by this assurance.
Senators
Arkansas leaders from various sectors have expressed strong support for the final Senate version of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. The bill is expected to provide hundreds of thousands of Arkansans with health insurance coverage, reduce health care costs for small businesses, and extend the life of Medicare.
Senators
Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz recently praised Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid for including breast cancer provisions in sweeping health insurance reform legislation. The EARLY Act, which aims to educate young women about breast health and detect breast cancer early, was included in the Manager's Amendment to the Patient
Health care industry
The White House jobs summit has sparked a heated response from Keeping Small Business Healthy, a project of The Institute for Liberty, which has launched a $1 million four-state TV ad campaign targeting Senators on the effects of the current healthcare legislation on small business owners and jobs. The ads
Health care reform
Democrats' attempts to overhaul the US healthcare system have hit a roadblock, with the possibility of a government-run insurance program or an expansion of Medicare being scrapped. Senator Jon Kyl (R-AZ), a key Republican figure, explains the opposition to the bill and why Democrats may need to start over.
Health care reform
Senate Democrats are weighing options on the Medicare buy-in and public option, with a growing likelihood that the Medicare buy-in will be dropped as part of a compromise on a public option. Senate Finance Chairman Max Baucus and Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Chairman Tom Harkin said that the
Health care industry
The White House jobs summit has sparked a response from Keeping Small Business Healthy, a project of The Institute for Liberty, which has launched a $1 million ad campaign targeting Senators who are likely to vote on health care reform legislation that could devastate small businesses. The campaign, which began
Senators
Attorney General Eric Holder's recent efforts to bring perpetrators of the September 11 attacks to justice have been met with hope and skepticism. Under the Obama administration, Holder has taken a proactive approach to using the full range of authorities and capabilities available to the Department of Justice.
Senators
Former Secretary of Defense Robert Gates expressed his concerns over the direction of national security policy under the new administration. He is worried that the policies being implemented will undermine the work of the military and intelligence community, and embolden terrorist organizations. Former Secretary of Defense Robert Gates criticized the
Health care reform
As the nation debates comprehensive health care reform, a critical aspect that often flies under the radar is the urgent need to combat health care fraud. Health care fraud is a significant problem that not only drains billions of dollars from our health care system but also puts patients'
Health care reform
A press stakeout was held by Senate leaders on the progress of health-insurance legislation, with a focus on the public option and state opt-out provision. Senator Harry Reid (D-NV) expressed optimism about the caucus's discussion, citing the White House's support and the president's commitment
Senators
Senator Chuck Grassley, Ranking Republican on the Senate Finance Committee, expressed concerns about the cost of the health care reform bill, citing a potential increase in premiums and taxes on insurance companies. He stated that the bill will result in a $1 trillion expansion of federal programs at a time
