Politics · Important news for 16 August 2026
Attorney General Todd Blanche scheduled for Sunday news show appearances
Sen. Ruben Gallego criticizes Iran war funding and treatment of servicemembers
In an interview, Democratic Sen. Ruben Gallego criticized potential congressional funding increases for the Pentagon regarding Iran and argued that mental health concerns on the USS Abraham Lincoln reflect a disregard for troops.
- Sen. Ruben Gallego expressed strong opposition to Congress giving the Pentagon more funding amid the Iran war.
- The Trump administration asked lawmakers for $17 billion in military operational costs.
- Gallego cited reported mental health concerns among servicemembers on the USS Abraham Lincoln as evidence of disregard for troops.
Cassidy criticizes Trump and RFK Jr. over vaccine misinformation
Attorney General Todd Blanche defends DOJ executive privilege opinion
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