The Senate confirmed the new Attorney General in a narrow 51-49 party-line vote after weeks of contentious hearings. The confirmation represents a victory for conservatives seeking stronger law enforcement and immigration policies.
The House passed bipartisan legislation requiring a comprehensive GAO audit of Federal Reserve monetary policy decisions, breaking down decades-old barriers to central bank transparency. The bill now faces an uncertain future in the Senate amid concerns about politicizing monetary policy.
The Senate Finance Committee voted to advance a major economic package today, clearing the way for a full floor vote next week.
The legislation includes...