18 House Republicans defy Trump to pass Ukraine aid package headed for veto fight
The Republican-led House passed a sweeping Ukraine security package with military aid and Russia sanctions, rebuking the White House, which vowed a veto.
House passes new Ukraine aid package, with 18 Republicans bucking Trump
The GOP-controlled House on Thursday passed legislation authorizing funding for military aid to Ukraine and sanctions on Russia, a largely symbolic move that nonetheless demonstrates some Republicans’ willingness to buck President Trump on foreign policy. Eighteen Republicans and Independent Rep. Kevin Kiley (Calif.) joined Democrats to pass the measure, which was brought to the floor…
House Passes Bill Authorizing New Ukraine Aid, Russia Sanctions
The U.S. Capitol building on May 21, 2026. Madalina Kilroy/The Epoch Times WASHINGTON—The U.S. House of Representatives voted, on June 4, for a bill making available $8 billion in loans for Ukraine and NATO allies to purchase new weapons and military equipment, and directing a range of sanctions on Russia. Lawmakers voted 226–195 to pass
U.S. sanctions Cuban president as Trump administration puts pressure on its leaders
The United States has imposed sanctions on Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel, along with his wife and three other individuals, according to a filing Thursday from the U.S. Treasury Department. It’s the latest Trump administration move to pressure the island’s leadership. Included in the sanctions are Alejandro Castro Espín, the sole son of former President Raúl
Why does it take so long to count votes in California? Here’s what to know.
Millions of Californians filled out their 2026 primary election ballots over the last several weeks either at home or at the polls, expressing their constitutional right to vote in a free and fair election. And each election cycle, it takes days — even weeks — to count the millions of mail-in ballots, leading to questions
What to know as California continues to count primary votes
Millions of Californians filled out their 2026 primary election ballots over the last several weeks either at home or at the polls, expressing their constitutional right to vote in a free and fair election. And each election cycle, it takes days — even weeks — to count the millions of mail-in ballots, leading to questions
American journalist pleads for help from Iranian prison
As Iran partially lifted its nationwide internet blackout, Margaret Brennan was able to hear an American journalist’s plea for help. Iranian-American journalist Reza Valizadeh, who the U.S. says is wrongfully detained inside a notorious prison, is one of six Americans being held by Iran. Original CBS News Link