Politics
Congress Tackles Trump’s NATO Powers
Republicans in Congress are seeking to limit President Trump's authority over troop movements from Europe through legislation. The Senate Armed Services Committee is working on curbing the president's powers, while Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche faces a contentious confirmation process.
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The Hill
Republicans in Congress are quietly trying to take back influence from the Trump administration when it comes to the U.S. role in NATO, as lawmakers seek to assert further control through legislation. The Senate Armed Services Committee is moving to curb President Trump’s power to remove troops fro
2026-06-17 10:00 UTC
The Hill
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is headed for a rocky Senate confirmation process to take on the role permanently as several Republican senators raise concerns about his credibility and independence from President Trump. Blanche faced withering criticism from Senate Republicans during a private
2026-06-17 10:00 UTC