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A handy guide to all Congress happenings on both sides of the aisle. Thank goodness for this political body that keeps Presidential power in check.
Big Beautiful Bill Explained: What It Does, When It Starts & Who Wins
What Is the “Big Beautiful Bill”? The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) better known as the Big Beautiful Bill is a sweeping tax and spending reconciliation package championed by President Donald Trump. After months of negotiation, intense debate, and tight votes, it passed the Senate on July 1, followed by the House on July 3, and was signed by President Trump on July 4, 2025.
By Bevy Osuos7 months ago in The Swamp
No Taxes on Tips or Overtime? Trump’s Tax Bombshell Just Changed the Game
If you’ve ever stayed late to finish your shift or depended on tips to keep the lights on, this one's for you. Because as of this week, thanks to a massive new tax overhaul just pushed through by Donald Trump, tips and overtime pay may no longer be taxed at the federal level.
By Bevy Osuos7 months ago in The Swamp
The Last Message Before the Blackout: How World War 3 May Begin in Silence. AI-Generated.
The Last Message Before the Blackout: How World War 3 May Begin in Silence It started with a blink—literally. At 2:17 a.m. UTC, the entire world blinked. Lights flickered across New York, London, and Tokyo. Satellites lost signal for exactly 9 seconds. It was so short, most people didn’t even notice. But deep in underground bunkers and command centers buried beneath concrete and paranoia, generals and analysts did. They noticed everything.
By Ali Asad Ullah7 months ago in The Swamp
Johnson pushes to get House GOP holdouts to back tax bill
**Johnson Pushes to Get House GOP Holdouts to Back Tax Bill** House Speaker Mike Johnson is intensifying efforts to rally support among Republican holdouts in the House of Representatives as the GOP attempts to pass a significant tax package. The bill, which has been a priority for House Republicans, includes extensions of business tax breaks, increases in the child tax credit, and measures aimed at economic growth. However, internal party divisions have threatened its passage, with several conservative members withholding their support.
By GLOBAL NEWS7 months ago in The Swamp
World War III – News, Research and Analysis. AI-Generated.
World War III – News, Research and Analysis Introduction The idea of a third World War has haunted humanity ever since the end of World War II in 1945. While the first two global conflicts were marked by widespread destruction, mass casualties, and massive geopolitical shifts, the hypothetical third world war carries a darker, more existential threat—especially in the nuclear age. Today, with rising geopolitical tensions, the term “World War III” is increasingly present in news headlines, think tank reports, and academic circles. But how close are we really to such a conflict? What do experts say, and what does current research indicate? This article dives deep into the latest developments, research findings, and analytical insights regarding the potential for a third world war.
By Ali Asad Ullah7 months ago in The Swamp
“AI Rules in the Balance”
Artificial intelligence is a current battleground, not just a problem for the future. The argument over whether or not state and regional governments should maintain control over powerful AI systems has intensified throughout the Western world. The answer was made evident on July 1, 2025, when a federal moratorium on state-level AI regulations that had been in place for ten years was overturned by a 99–1 vote in the U.S. Senate. Deep disagreements over innovation, public safety, and democratic control are reflected in this decision, which was not made in a vacuum.
By Tousif Arafat7 months ago in The Swamp
