Defense
Military nominees still stalled by Tuberville hold, with Senate gone until September
Vacancies raise concerns about military readiness.
Oversight
Biden and McCarthy Strike Positive Tone After Debt Limit Talks, But No Deal Yet
"We don’t have an agreement yet, but I did feel the discussion was productive in areas that we have differences of opinion,” McCarthy said Monday.
Workforce
A Default on the U.S. Debt Would Be Far Worse Than a Government Shutdown. Here’s How
National security, transportation, Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid would be impacted.
Oversight
Biden Vows Debt Ceiling Talks Will Continue while He’s Overseas at G7 Summit
Treasury Secretary Yellen repeatedly warned Congress accounting maneuvers will be exhausted within weeks, U.S. could default on its bills as early as June 1.
Oversight
U.S. Default Could Begin June 8 without Agreement, Top Economist Tells Congress
Congress has eight working days with both chambers in session before Memorial Day, and negotiations appear non-existent.
Oversight
Members Of Senate Panel Press Financial Regulators On Massive Bank Failures
Members of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs asked if the Federal Reserve could have done more to prevent the collapse.
Defense