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US House Of Representatives Pass Bill To Ban Assualt-Style Weapons
The US House of Representatives has passed a bill in favour of banning assault-style weapons in the country. This marks the first time such a bill has been passed in two decades. However, the bill is unlikely to be progressed in the Senate, due to a widespread opposition from the republicans. The bill was introduced, as a reminder that mass shootings were a… read-more
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US House Passes Bill To Ban Imports From China's Xinjiang
The final version of the Uyghur Forced Labour Prevention Act, demanding a ban on the import of goods made by persecuted labour in China's Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, was passed by the US House of Representatives. Approved on December 14, it's now been sent to the Senate for consideration. Reportedly, China forces Uyghurs, Kazakhs, Kyrgyz, Tibetans, and persecuted groups here to produce ''textiles, handicrafts, shoes electronic and food… read-more
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US House Of Representatives Passes USD 768 Billion Defence Bill
The updated version of the USD 768 billion defence spending bill for 2022 was passed by the US House of Representatives of Congress on December 7. The House approved the 2022 National Defence Authorization along with other bills with a 363-70 vote. Besides, the budget enmarks USD 7.1 billion for the Indo-Pacific region operations, aiming to address challenges like supply chain risks for defence systems from China.
Tags: USA, House Of Representatives, China, Indo-Pacific, World news
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US: Congress Introduces Resolution To Recognise Baisakhi In The House
Congressman John Garamendi, on April 15, introduced a new resolution seeking recognition of Baisakhi in the US. Introduced in the House of Representatives, "this resolution recognises the historic, cultural and religious significance of the festival 'Vaisakhi'. Garamendi stated, "it is critical that we celebrate the strength of our communities and the sacrifice." Baisakhi, also known as 'Vaisakhi' is an Indian harvest festival for Sikhs and… read-more
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Donald Trump Becomes First US President To Be Impeached Twice
Following the US Capitol riots and subsequent developments, Donald Trump on January 13 became the first US President to be impeached twice. Amid heavy security deployment at the Capitol, the house voted 232-197 to impeach Trump, twice within 13 months. Notably, 10 Republicans had also supported the impeachment process, holding Trump responsible for the Capitol seize. The US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi called Trump "a clear and present danger… read-more
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US Lawmakers Pass Resolution To Impeach President Donald Trump
The US lawmakers on January 13 has adopted a resolution to impeach President Donald Trump. The US House of Representatives voted 223-205 to initiate the process, overturning Vice-President Mike Pence's rejection to invoke the 25th amendment meant for impeachment of the POTUS. The development came following the Capitol Hill seizure, wherein a pro-Trump mob stormed the building violently. If the process gains success, Trump will be the first… read-more
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