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As Spy Law Nears Expiration, Lawmakers Mull Short-Term Renewal
President Trump’s choice of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence has sparked objections from Senate Democrats.
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State Department Says It Has Dismantled Birth Tourism Visa Networks
The department said U.S. visas are not a right but a privilege and vowed to take further action to prevent ’this abuse‘ and ’dismantle birth tourism networks.’
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Trump Asks Congress for Short-Term Extension of FISA Surveillance Program as Deadline Nears
The president called for a temporary extension of Section 702 as Democrats block renewal over his pick of Bill Pulte to lead U.S. intelligence.
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Trump Signs $70 Billion Bill to Fund ICE, Border Patrol for 3 Years
Trump’s signature brings to a close a 116-day dispute over immigration funding.
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CBP Chief Says Border Wall Should Be Finished by Late 2027
Commissioner Rodney Scott said that the primary border wall will stretch from San Diego to the Gulf of Mexico.
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Rubio, EU President Discuss Ebola Response Efforts During Phone Call
The secretary of state has said that U.S. authorities ‘cannot and will not allow any cases of Ebola to enter the United States.’
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Rep. Valadao to Face Progressive Challenger in California Central Valley District
A new map made the district tougher for Rep. Valadao, who faces Democratic fire for backing Medicaid cuts. The race could tip the House balance of power.
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