Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday that back-channel negotiations aimed at de-escalating tensions in the U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict have made “a little bit of movement,” though he stressed that progress remains limited and uncertain. Rubio adopted a cautious tone, saying the latest developments are somewhat encouraging but not enough to justify optimism. “I don’t want [...]
Read More »House Passes Bill Blocking Future Presidents From Banning Oil Drilling Without Congress’ Approval
The Republican-controlled House passed the “Protecting American Energy Production Act” with a 226-188 vote to prevent future administrations from banning oil and gas drilling without Congress’s approval. The bill prohibits the president from imposing a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing (fracking) unless authorized by Congress. It was introduced by Rep. August Pfluger of Texas, who expressed [...]
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