Environmental groups sue Trump administration over chemical disaster prevention rollback

A coalition of environmental groups is suing the Trump administration over its easing of chemical plant safety regulations following a recent plant explosion in Texas that injured several people.  The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) last month finalized a rule that it said would get rid of “unnecessary and ineffective regulatory burdens,” a change that was sought by […]

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Senate committee approves legislation to sanction Russia

The Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Wednesday voted to approve and send to the full Senate a bill that would impose sanctions on Russia for interference efforts in democratic institutions and push forward international cybersecurity efforts.  The committee approved the Defending American Security from Kremlin Aggression Act (DASKA) by a vote of 17-5 during a […]

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Overnight Defense: House poised for historic vote to impeach Trump | Fifth official leaves Pentagon in a week | Otto Warmbier's parents praise North Korea sanctions bill

Happy Wednesday and welcome to Overnight Defense. I’m Rebecca Kheel, and here’s your nightly guide to the latest developments at the Pentagon, on Capitol Hill and beyond. CLICK HERE to subscribe to the newsletter.   THE TOPLINE: This evening, President TrumpDonald John TrumpRepublican group targets Graham in ad calling for fair Senate trial Democratic presidential candidates react to Trump impeachment: ‘No one is above the […]

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Buttigieg attacks Warren's wealth tax proposal as 'extreme'

Democratic presidential candidate Pete ButtigiegPeter (Pete) Paul ButtigiegFive takeaways from the Democratic debate Buttigieg, Warren square off on donors at Democratic debate All female candidates pick ‘forgiveness,’ men pick ‘a gift’ when asked to choose at debate MORE went after Sen. Elizabeth WarrenElizabeth Ann WarrenFive takeaways from the Democratic debate Buttigieg, Warren square off on […]

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Senate unanimously approves anti-robocall legislation

The Senate voted unanimously on Thursday to approve legislation passed by the House earlier this month to tackle robocalls, sending the bill to the president’s desk. According to a source familiar with Trump’s plans, the president is expected to sign the Pallone-Thune Telephone Robocall Abuse Criminal Enforcement and Deterrence (TRACED) Act, named after its sponsors in the House and Senate, Rep. Frank […]

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Top Indian official canceled congressional meeting over inclusion of Jayapal: report

India’s external affairs minister called off a meeting with senior congressional members after the group of lawmakers refused to exclude Rep. Pramila JayapalPramila JayapalTop Indian official canceled congressional meeting over inclusion of Jayapal: report Replacing a system beyond repair Top moments from historic House impeachment debate MORE (D-Wash.), who has been critical of India’s policies […]

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Otto Warmbier's mom urges Trump not to accept 'bad deal' as North Korea threatens 'Christmas gift'

Cindy Warmbier, whose son Otto Warmbier died in 2017 after being returned to America from a North Korean prison in a vegetative state, on Wednesday urged President TrumpDonald John TrumpRepublican group targets Graham in ad calling for fair Senate trial Democratic presidential candidates react to Trump impeachment: ‘No one is above the law’ Trump attacks […]

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