Nancy Leftenant-Colon, first Black woman in Army Nurse Corps, has diedKnown as “Lefty,” Nancy Leftenant-Colon was one of six siblings who served in the military, including a brother who was a famed Tuskegee Airmen pilot.4 months ago
Defense spending bill would defund Biden’s Gaza pierA series of Republican amendments to multiple defense bills would ban funding for the Gaza pier.By Bryant Harris11 months ago
House votes to prevent a government shutdownThe Senate is expected to approve the proposal by week’s end, effectively pushing a final showdown over government funding to the new year.18 months ago
Lawmakers mull Ukraine plans amid uncertainty after McCarthy ousterTwo Ukraine aid opponents want to become House speaker as the Senate leans toward passing a full-year aid package for Kyiv to last through the elections.By Bryant Harris19 months ago
Biden says there’s ‘not much time’ to keep aid flowing to UkrainePresident Joe Biden spoke Sunday after Congress passed a short-term funding package that dropped assistance for Ukraine in the fight against Russia.20 months ago
Veteran’s benefits take center stage in partisan budget showdownFighting between Democrats and Republicans over budget legislation has left veterans advocates uncertain about future support for their priorities.By Leo Shane III2 years ago
