Politics
Legislators Push Back Against Trump Legacy Projects
Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) launched an effort to impeach Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, citing illegal military actions against Iran. Meanwhile, a federal judge blocked the Kennedy Center’s attempt to inscribe President Trump's name and rename its campus after him. Additionally, Congressmen Elanor Holmes Norton and Chris Van Hollen proposed legislation to prevent permanent fencing around the Capitol complex.
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The Hill
District of Columbia Del. Elanor Holmes Norton (D) and Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) announced legislation Tuesday barring permanent fencing around the Capitol, arguing the complex should remain open and accessible to the public. The “No Fencing at the United States Capitol Complex Act” comes after
2026-09-15 16:36 UTC
The Hill
A federal judge on Tuesday blocked the Kennedy Center’s latest attempt to inscribe President Trump's name back on building — and to rename the campus after him. U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper ruled that the Kennedy Center board cannot move forward with the plans without “Congress’s blessing
2026-09-15 16:45 UTC
The Hill
Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) on Tuesday launched an effort to impeach Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, citing the Pentagon’s military actions against Iran. Massie, a frequent critic of President Trump, accused Hegseth of launching an illegal war that was not approved by Congress. He introduced arti
2026-09-15 16:51 UTC