College sports bill clears first major hurdle in the SenateLegislation to broadly regulate college sports has cleared a first major hurdle in the Senate. The Senate voted Tuesday to consider the bill, a significant step forward as senators from both parties have made the legislation a priority. The bill aims to put guardrails around escalating spending in college sports as the industry struggles to adapt to a…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution23d agoWhole story →EducationCommerceTed Cruzcollege sports bill vote
Families of the 67 who died in last year's midair collision want reforms to prevent the next tragedyThe loved ones of the 67 people killed in last year's collision between an airliner and Army helicopter over Washington, D.C., have a message for Congress and regulators. They want more action now to ensure other families won’t be left clutching memories instead of each other. Several of the victims’ families joined with top lawmakers and the head of the…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution23d agoWhole story →SecurityBuildTed Cruzmidair collision reforms
Protect College Sports Act gets renewed push and fresh opposition as college football returnsProponents of the Protect College Sports Act are pushing to pass the legislation through the Senate before the chamber breaks in the coming weeks. The bill aims to regulate escalating spending in college sports as schools can now pay players. Major conferences, Senate leadership and President Donald Trump support the bipartisan bill, but it faces…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution24d agoWhole story →GovernmentCultureTed Cruzcollege sports act push
Vance? Rubio? DeSantis? Cruz? Republicans at Dallas convention ponder options for post-Trump leaderWhile Vice President JD Vance is seen as a potential successor to President Donald Trump, attendees at the Republican midterm convention in Dallas are divided on their 2028 candidate preferences. Names like Marco Rubio, Ted Cruz and Ron DeSantis are frequently mentioned, but no clear favorite emerges. Some attendees say their decision hinges on Trump’s…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution28d agoWhole story →GovernmentTed CruzRon DeSantisDonald Trumprepublican convention
The Latest: GOP Sen. Cassidy says he supports Blanche, likely paving way for AG confirmationRepublican Sen. Bill Cassidy says he’ll back Todd Blanche’s nomination as attorney general, likely paving the way for Blanche to be confirmed to lead President Donald Trump’s Justice Department. Blanche’s prospective confirmation appeared threatened earlier Friday, when Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski announced her opposition. Murkowski cited concern that…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution2mo agoWhole story →GovernmentJusticeLisa Murkowskiag confirmation vote
Blanche's attorney general confirmation is in doubt as GOP Sen. Murkowski opposes his nominationRepublican Sen. Lisa Murkowski says she'll oppose Todd Blanche’s nomination as attorney general. The Alaska senator said in a statement that she is concerned President Donald Trump's administration could proceed with its proposed fund to compensate Jan. 6 rioters even though Blanche has pledged to shelve the idea. Murkowski said Friday the Senate has…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution2mo agoWhole story →GovernmentJusticeLisa Murkowskiattorney general confirmation
