U.S. Senators Press Taiwan to Raise Military Spending, as China Protests
Four visiting senators urged Taiwan to break an impasse over a $40 billion budget proposal, highlighting concerns in Washington about the threat from China.
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Xi Invites Taiwan’s Opposition Leader to Talk ‘Peace’ Ahead of Trump Summit
The planned visit by Cheng Li-wun appears designed to show Beijing’s influence and convey a benign message ahead of the summit with President Trump.
Republicans in Congress Fret Over Trump Administration’s Handling of Iran War
G.O.P. lawmakers who have given the Trump administration wide latitude to wage war with no congressional input are growing frustrated as officials offer little detail about ground troops, cost or timeline.
Trump Officials Bypass Congress to Sell Weapons to U.A.E., Kuwait and Jordan
Some of the proposed sales, valued at more than $23 billion, were under review, while others were never sent to Congress. The administration is pushing them through without congressional approval.
Pentagon Seeks Additional $200 Billion to Fund Iran War
The request, which the White House has not yet submitted to Congress, is already encountering some resistance.
Here’s What Happened in the War in the Middle East on Wednesday
A day of strikes on energy facilities and testimony in Washington to members of Congress.
Senate Thwarts Bid to Curb Trump’s War Powers on Iran
Nearly every Republican voted to block a measure that would require that President Trump win authorization from Congress to continue the offensive in the Middle East.
Trump Letter to Congress Justifying Iran Strikes Outlines No Imminent Threat
The president told lawmakers that the objective of the assault was to “neutralize Iran’s malign activities,” but did not present evidence of immediate plans by Tehran to attack the United States.
Members of U.S. Congress Are Divided on U.S. Strikes in Iran
As explosions rocked Tehran, Republicans largely voiced support as Democrats warned about a costly and unauthorized conflict.
Taiwan Arms Sale Approved by Congress Is Delayed as Trump Plans Visit to Beijing
The package worth billions of dollars and endorsed by lawmakers is stalled at the State Department as the U.S. and China plan an April summit.