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Trump's aide congratulates new FBI Chief in bollywood-style

US President Donald Trump took a leaf out of Bollywood to congratulate Indian-origin Kash Patel after his confirmation as Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Trump aide greets Indian-origin new FBI chief Kash Patel in 'Bollywood' style

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Senate adopts budget framework for border, defense package - Roll Call

Senate Republicans finally pushed through their blueprint for the first phase of President Donald Trump's legislative agenda early Friday.

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Full List of Republicans Who Broke From Trump to Vote Against Kash Patel

The only Republicans to break ranks and vote against Patel were Alaska's Lisa Murkowski and Maine's Susan Collins. Every Democrat voted against the confirmation.

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US Senate confirms Kash Patel for a 10-year term to lead the FBI

Two Republicans voted against Patel, citing questions about how his ‘political activities’ may affect his leadership.

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Senate Confirms Kash Patel As FBI Director

Senate confirms Kash Patel as FBI director amidst debate over his political background and leadership capabilities.

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Senate Advances Patel's FBI Nomination Despite Opposition From Collins

Senate breaks filibuster on Kash Patel's FBI nomination, but confirmation remains uncertain. Senator Collins opposes. Stay updated on this developing story.

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Sen. Collins Opposes Trump's FBI Director Nominee Kash Patel

Senator Collins opposes Kash Patel's FBI Director nomination over ethical concerns and political activities.

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Republican Senator Calls Out Kash Patel's 'Aggressive Political Activity' in Vow to Vote Against Him for FBI Director

A Republican senator called out President Donald Trump's FBI Director nominee Kash Patel for his "aggressive political activity" in a vow to vote against him.

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Senate confirms Kash Patel as FBI director - Roll Call

Kash Patel will take the helm of the Federal Bureau of Investigation amid heated internal tensions with Trump officials.

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Senators React To Trump's Comments On Ukraine Conflict

Republican senators react to Trump's comments on Ukraine, showing diverse perspectives on the conflict and peace efforts in the region.

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Senate Majority Leader Advances Kash Patel FBI Nomination Process

Senate Majority Leader Thune moves to limit debate on Kash Patel's FBI nomination amidst opposition from Senate Democrats.

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Vote studies 2024: House GOP unity inched up as Senate Democrats set record - Roll Call

House Republican unity ticked up in 2024, while Senate Democrats saw record success on votes that split the parties.

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The days of Republicans daring to push back against Trump are well and truly over

ANALYSIS: The president may be insulting McConnell and quoting Napoleon, but no one should expect any resistance from the current Republican party, writes Eric Garcia

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Mitch McConnell takes another feeble swing at Trump — when it doesn’t really matter

Analysis: Mitch McConnell’s resistance against Trump nominees should not be mistaken for the sudden evolution of a spine, writes John Bowden

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Red states have a lot to lose from medical research funding cuts. Some GOP leaders are worried

Universities and research institutions rely on federal dollars from the NIH. But don’t expect Republicans to cross Elon Musk

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Senate Breaks Filibuster On Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'S Nomination

Senate breaks filibuster on Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s DHS nomination and confirms Tulsi Gabbard as DNI.

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Senate confirms Tulsi Gabbard, Trump’s controversial pick for director of National Intelligence

Gabbard’s confirmation serves as Trump taking control of the intelligence community that defied him during his first presidency

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Former Democratic Rep. Tulsi Gabbard Confirmed As DNI

Tulsi Gabbard's likely confirmation as DNI under Trump administration amid controversy and Senate support.

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GOP Sen. Susan Collins To Support Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Senator Collins endorses Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for HHS Secretary, expressing concerns about potential NIH budget cuts.

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Senate Republicans fall in line behind Trump's nominees

Efforts by conservatives to pressure Republican senators to support Trump’s Cabinet nominees have largely been successful so far.

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Judge temporarily blocks NIH research cuts after 22 states sue - Roll Call

Lawsuit comes after Friday's announcement that the NIH would limit the indirect costs it will pay grantees to 15 percent of a grant.

The Independent UK

Barely a simmer: Trump's nominees avoid grilling and skirt through confirmation process despite initial public outcry

ANALYSIS: Trump has finally bent the Senate to his will. And, as Eric Garcia writes, he has done it at the expense of Republicans’ careers

The Independent UK

Republicans rally behind Tulsi Gabbard as Senate panel approves her nomination

The committee’s vote almost guarantees she will be confirmed on the Senate floor

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US Health Secretary Nominee RFK Jr Passes Crunch Senate Vote

US President Donald Trump's embattled health secretary pick, vaccine conspiracy theorist Robert F. Kennedy Jr, passed a crucial test in his confirmation bid on Tuesday as senators voted to advance his nomination to the floor.

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