Trump signed into law the GENIUS Act on Friday – a landmark piece of legislation that establishes federal regulations surrounding digital currency.

The United States has taken a decisive step into the future of digital finance with the passage of the Genius Act, its first major piece of cryptocurrency legislation. Approved by Congress on 17 July 2025 after years of debate and lobbying,

Washington — The Senate could move forward as soon as Tuesday on a request from the White House to claw back $9.4 billion in funds for international aid and public broadcasting as Congress faces a Friday deadline to act.

It’s still early, but Democratic candidates for Sen. Tina Smith’s seat have a decided cash advantage over their GOP rivals in the campaign.

The US Senate is considering giving up crucial authority over key intelligence officials responsible for assuring major agencies comply with legal restrictions and the Constitution.The top legal officials at the Central Intelligence Agency and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence would no longer need Senate confirmation under the latest version of a broad policy bill approved by the Senate Intelligence Committee.

Congress approves a $9 billion spending cut targeting public broadcasting and foreign aid, overcoming GOP divisions despite the cuts making up a small share of the budget.

As Russia delays peace negotiations with Ukraine, U.S. elected officials in Congress are considering a new sanctions bill to force Russia to end its war.