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Clad has been grading Forbes Breaking News segments since Jun 2026 — 531 reports so far, published as notable segments air. Its most-covered subjects on Clad: Congress, Trump, Iran. Every report checks the segment's load-bearing claims against primary sources, then scores the coverage for factual accuracy, political lean, and how the public received it — so you can see how Forbes Breaking News's reporting holds up story by story, not just take its word for it.

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Loudermilk questions Smithsonian witnesses on omitted founding-era faith and slavery grievance

Jul 27, 2026

The clip shows Rep. Barry Loudermilk (R-GA) questioning witnesses during a House Administration Committee hearing on Smithsonian exhibits. He asks whether museums must display the full story of the founding, including faith references and early anti-slavery efforts. Witnesses Mr. Gonzales, Mr. Anderson, and Dr. Harding agree that aspects like the omitted 'endowed by their Creator' phrasing, freedom of religion, and Jefferson's 28th grievance condemning the slave trade are not adequately represented. Dr. Harding notes multiple founding-era exhibits but does not directly address the specific omissions raised.

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Moulton pushes new Senate leadership in Markey primary debate

Jul 27, 2026

The Forbes Breaking News clip features Rep. Seth Moulton responding to questions on his defense authorization votes and tax positions during his 2026 Democratic Senate primary campaign against incumbent Sen. Ed Markey. Moulton defends supporting the prior NDAA but opposing the current one, affirms support for the Massachusetts millionaires tax, and outlines his proposal for a national wealth tax. He pivots to his broader campaign message, criticizing Republican policies on climate and costs while calling for a new generation of Senate leaders to address what he describes as a national crisis.

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Jeffries responds to query on Democratic policy direction with opposition to GOP legislation

Jul 27, 2026

The Forbes Breaking News clip features a reporter asking House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries if his party's policy proposals would align more with progressive members or moderates needed to win swing districts. Jeffries pivots to solving problems for Americans, opposing the One Big Ugly Bill's Medicaid cuts, extending ACA tax credits, halting a Middle East war of choice, and ending Trump tariffs. The segment relies on Jeffries' direct quotes as the sole source, with no additional experts, graphics, or on-screen fact checks. It focuses on his talking points regarding healthcare affordability and costs from tariffs and conflict.

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Rep. Austin Scott Pushes HR 8884 to Reauthorize SSDI Work Demonstration Projects

Jul 27, 2026

The segment features Rep. Austin Scott (R-GA) delivering floor remarks in support of HR 8884, the Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act. He recounts how a personal conversation with a double-amputee Marine veteran inspired the related Purple Heart Freedom to Work Act and explains that the current bill restores SSA authority to run voluntary pilot projects testing ways to ease SSDI benefit cliffs.

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Jeffries says incoming Democrats not pushing abolish ICE or open borders votes

Jul 26, 2026

The segment shows House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries responding to a Dana Bash question on CNN about committing to votes on abolishing ICE or opening borders if Democrats regain the majority. Jeffries replies that incoming members have not raised those issues and emphasizes Democratic support for fair, just, and humane immigration enforcement, including withholding funding from ICE without reforms. The clip is drawn from a July 26, 2026 press appearance. Jeffries references pushing back against what he calls an out-of-control ICE and Trump's mass deportation efforts. No guests or additional segments appear; sourcing is the direct interview exchange.

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Rep. Wesley Hunt proposes NDAA amendment to secure domestic energy supply chains for military bases

Jul 26, 2026

The segment covers floor debate on Amendment 818 (H.Amdt.248) to the NDAA offered by Rep. Wesley Hunt (R-TX). Hunt argues the measure strengthens domestic energy supply chains for defense installations, citing state-level foreign oil dependence and risks from litigation amid Iran-related tensions. Opponents, including Rep. Garamendi (D-CA), contend it overrides state authority, benefits specific fossil fuel projects like the Santa Ynez pipeline, and is unnecessary given US production levels.

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Markey Attacks Moulton Over Medicare for All, Millionaires Tax and Defense Spending in MA Senate Primary

Jul 26, 2026

The Forbes Breaking News segment shows Ed Markey speaking during the 2026 Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary campaign against Seth Moulton. Markey emphasizes generational differences in ideas, his working-class background, and policy contrasts with Moulton on healthcare, taxes and military spending. He references endorsements from Ayanna Pressley and other progressives while tying Moulton's positions to Trump-era policies. The second part of the summary covers sourcing: the clip relies on Markey's direct statements with minimal narration or additional sourcing shown in the transcript.

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Homan: ICE vehicle stop reviews continue with body camera rules after Maine, Texas shootings

Jul 26, 2026

The segment features former ICE acting director Tom Homan discussing a one-day pause in most ICE vehicle stops ordered by DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin after fatal shootings in Maine and Texas. Homan states that reviews of training and procedures remain ongoing, immediate changes including mandatory body cameras have been implemented, and operations continue under acting ICE director David Venturella.

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Underwood Introduces Bipartisan Lactation Spaces for Veteran Moms Act

Jul 26, 2026

The clip shows Rep. Lauren Underwood delivering a floor speech supporting the Lactation Spaces for Veteran Moms Act. She highlights the need for clean private nursing spaces in all VA medical centers for veterans, families, and staff. She notes current reliance on bathrooms in some facilities and co-leads the measure with Rep. Ashley Hinson. The speech is standard legislative advocacy with no guests or graphics.

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Markey Defends Senate Candidacy Against Age Attacks in Massachusetts Primary

Jul 26, 2026

The Forbes clip shows Sen. Ed Markey responding to questions about his age in the 2026 Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary against Rep. Seth Moulton. Markey highlights his energy, opposition to Trump, differences on policy, and key endorsements. The segment features Markey speaking directly, referencing specific votes and endorsements from Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, and Ayanna Pressley. No graphics or additional guests appear in the provided transcript.

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Rep. John James calls for US to cut aid to Nigeria over Christian deaths and Kanu case

Jul 26, 2026

The clip shows Rep. John James delivering a one-minute floor speech on Nigeria's violence against Christians, Boko Haram and other groups, and the case of Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. He urges support for H. Res. 1321 on Kanu's trial or release and threatens to end US aid funding what he calls a Christian genocide. The segment uses direct congressional remarks with no additional guests, graphics, or sourced data beyond the resolution reference and James's assertions; it aired on Forbes Breaking News as a straight recording of the statement.

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Shapiro and Jeffries rally for Brooks at Bethlehem union hall

Jul 26, 2026

Forbes Breaking News aired raw footage of a Democratic campaign rally in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania's Steel Workers Union Hall. Speakers included invocation by Pastor Jason Vanderberg, candidate Bob Brooks (firefighter and PA Professional Firefighters Association president running in PA-7), Governor Josh Shapiro, and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. The program focused on Brooks' biography as a working-class union leader, attacks on incumbent Ryan McKenzie and Trump policies including the One Big Beautiful Bill and Iran conflict, Shapiro's state-level record on jobs, education, crime, and taxes, and a call to flip the House with 100 days until the November midterms.

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Rep. Brandon Gill questions Smithsonian director on Mickey Mouse exhibit and toolkit

Jul 26, 2026

The segment airs a clip from a July 22, 2026 House Oversight Subcommittee hearing featuring Rep. Brandon Gill (R-TX) questioning Dr. Anthea Hartig, Director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History. Gill challenges the museum over an exhibit linking Mickey Mouse to blackface minstrelsy traditions and references to a 'White Supremacy Culture' document within a Mass Action Toolkit promoted by the institution. Hartig responds that the museum did not develop the toolkit, denies promoting any ideology, and clarifies the historical roots of the character without labeling it racist. The second paragraph notes the sourcing relies on the live hearing footage with Gill holding up printed materials; no additional experts or counter-sources appear in the segment.

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Rep. Pat Fallon outlines pay raises, health expansions and merit rules in House FY27 NDAA

Jul 26, 2026

The clip shows Rep. Pat Fallon (R-TX), chair of the House Armed Services military personnel subcommittee, speaking during consideration of the FY27 NDAA. He thanks leadership, details quality-of-life improvements including a substantial pay raise, expanded child care, health-system overhaul, dental coverage increases, and protections for uniformed doctors, plus defense industrial base investments via wage-grade reforms.

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Meng Questions Vought's OMB Approach, Raises CR Extension Risks for Local Projects

Jul 26, 2026

The House Appropriations Committee hearing featured Rep. Grace Meng questioning witnesses, including former OMB officials, on how OMB Director Russ Vought has handled legal budget submission requirements under the current Trump administration compared to prior ones. Witnesses explained that while presidents often submit budgets late—especially in first years—Congress holds primary responsibility for appropriations under the separation of powers and the 1974 Budget Act. The discussion shifted to the risks of automatic or extended continuing resolutions (CRs), noting a potential CR starting September 1 extending to November, with one witness proposing short two-week CRs to incentivize completion and avoid shutdowns. Meng raised concerns that repeated extensions could freeze local benefits.

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Sewell questions Blight on Trump executive order targeting Smithsonian exhibits

Jul 25, 2026

The Forbes clip shows Rep. Terri Sewell (D-AL) opening remarks on American history and the Civil Rights Movement, then questioning historian David Blight about the March 27, 2025 executive order 'Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History.' Sewell criticizes it as an 'untruth sanitation' of history and references a White House domestic policy report. Blight responds that governments controlling history seek to control thought, notes revisionism is standard for historians, and the exchange ends with Sewell thanking him. The segment draws from a House hearing on Smithsonian revisionism.

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Nadler criticizes Permanent Trump Secure Border Act and ICE detention conditions

Jul 25, 2026

The clip shows Rep. Jerry Nadler speaking during committee markup of H.R. 9199, the Permanent Trump Secure Border Act. He opposes the bill as xenophobic, argues it ends asylum protections and enables indefinite child detention, and details alleged abuses in Trump-era mass deportation operations including at Delaney Hall in Newark.

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Mfume warns of DOGE access to SSA Death Master File at digital ID hearing

Jul 25, 2026

The clip shows Rep. Kweisi Mfume's opening remarks in a July 2026 House Oversight hearing on fraud prevention and digital identity verification. He praises login.gov's improvements while cautioning against over-reliance on digital IDs due to cyber risks, access barriers, and potential government overreach. Mfume criticizes the Trump administration's DOGE for misusing SSA data to mark living people as dead, referencing a whistleblower claim of plans to expand to millions.

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Hoyer Testifies Shutdowns Stem from Lack of Political Will, Not Rules

Jul 25, 2026

The clip shows Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-MD) during a congressional hearing questioning witnesses on proposals to avert shutdowns. Hoyer praises thoughtful proposals from Sen. Lankford and Rep. McClintock but strongly disagrees, arguing political will drove low shutdown days under Reagan and Bush.

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Rounds Questions Caine on Sufficiency of $1.5 Trillion Pentagon Request Amid Iran Conflict

Jul 25, 2026

The Forbes clip shows Sen. Mike Rounds questioning Gen. Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs, and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth during a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing. Rounds references his National Guard experience, supports the decision to strike Iran's nuclear and missile capabilities via Operation Epic Fury, and asks whether the $1.5 trillion budget request plus supplemental is adequate to conclude the conflict without repeated returns to Congress.

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House Panel Questions Smithsonian History Museum Director on Exhibits and Review Process

Jul 25, 2026

The Forbes clip shows a House Oversight subcommittee hearing where Rep. Brian Jack questions witness Mike Gonzalez of the Heritage Foundation about perceived ideological influences at the Smithsonian National Museum of American History. Gonzalez cites staff training, a co-authored toolkit, and an exhibit on Ben Franklin. Jack then questions Director Anthea Hartig on regrets, mistakes, leadership feedback, and the SD-603 review process. Hartig affirms pride in the work with no regrets, notes minor factual fixes like a coin label, and describes the internal review. Gonzalez recommends replacing leadership.

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Walkinshaw criticizes DOGE and Trump admin over Jackie Robinson, Tuskegee Airmen, Navajo Code Talkers webpage removals

Jul 25, 2026

The segment is a clip from a House DOGE subcommittee hearing featuring Rep. Walkinshaw criticizing the Trump administration and DOGE for removing content on Jackie Robinson, Tuskegee Airmen, and Navajo Code Talkers from DoD websites as part of anti-DEI efforts. He links it to a White House report accusing the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History of extreme political activism. Walkinshaw questions witnesses including historian Dr. David Blight on the harm of such removals. Sourcing draws from the hearing testimony, public outcry reports, and the July 2026 White House report; no administration officials or primary documents are directly presented in the clip.

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Johnson criticizes GOP witness and Trump administration over Smithsonian reviews

Jul 25, 2026

The segment features Rep. Johnson speaking in a congressional hearing. She defends the independence of Smithsonian museums and the National Museum of American History, criticizes the Trump administration's executive actions and reviews of exhibits, and sharply rebukes a GOP witness for comments on a Latino museum and Marxist views of history. She highlights specific administration steps including executive orders, website changes, and accusations against the museums. The second part addresses sourcing through Johnson's statements referencing White House actions and witness testimony from panelists including Mr. Gonzales and Ms. Hardigg (likely Anthea Hartig).

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Maine Democrats Nominate Troy Jackson for Senate to Replace Platner

Jul 25, 2026

The Forbes Breaking News segment covers the Maine Democratic Party convention where delegates and the state committee formally select Troy Jackson as the replacement nominee for the 2026 U.S. Senate race. MDP Chair Charlie Dingman announces the certified results of 566 votes for Jackson and 5 for Saundra Pelletier, followed by a state committee vote adopting the nominating report under Maine statutes. The second part of the coverage notes the procedural steps to place Jackson on the general election ballot and references the prior nomination process after Graham Platner's withdrawal.

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Cassidy opens HELP markup on price transparency, insulin cap and biosimilar bills

Jul 25, 2026

The Forbes clip shows Senate HELP Committee Chairman Bill Cassidy opening a July 22, 2026 markup on multiple health-care bills. He discusses rising premiums, high deductibles, and specific legislation to increase price transparency, speed biosimilar approvals, cap insulin costs, strengthen nursing and rural workforce programs, improve drug labeling, and enhance food safety. Cassidy highlights bipartisan priorities from member-day hearings, notes staff contributions, and yields to Ranking Member Sanders. The segment relies on Cassidy's prepared remarks and references the committee's voting agenda.

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Waltz Details $1B UN Budget Cuts, Peacekeeper Reductions and Reform Priorities in Testimony

Jul 25, 2026

The segment presents Ambassador Mike Waltz's congressional testimony on U.S. efforts to reform the United Nations under President Trump. Waltz outlines budget reductions, staffing cuts, mission closures or drawdowns, and specific diplomatic achievements in Iran, Gaza, Haiti and Western Sahara. Waltz describes working by consensus with all 190 member states, references administration actions since taking office, and highlights future targets like benefits reform. The clip includes committee responses and ends with Waltz's closing statement on refocusing the UN.

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USTR Greer cites 24% drop in goods trade deficit and manufacturing wage gains in Senate testimony

Jul 24, 2026

USTR Jamieson Greer testified before the Senate Finance Committee on the Trump administration's 2025-2026 trade policy. He highlighted reciprocal deals, record exports, a 24% reduction in the 12-month goods trade deficit ending May 2026, sharp drop in the China deficit, agricultural improvements, record services surplus, manufacturing pay and productivity gains, and a 0.4% CPI decline in June.

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Schweikert details debt math, demographics, and 2032 trust fund risks on House floor

Jul 24, 2026

Rep. David Schweikert delivered a floor speech using charts on federal borrowing, demographics, and entitlement solvency. He argued demographics drive debt, projected interest consuming 30%+ of revenues within nine years, and warned of trust fund depletion.

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Gallego Questions Trump Nominees Dennis and Johnson on $600M Ballroom and CFPB Moves

Jul 24, 2026

Forbes Breaking News clip shows Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) questioning HUD CFO nominee Irving Dennis and CFPB Director nominee Brian Johnson during a July 23, 2026 Senate Banking Committee hearing. Gallego presses on fiscal responsibility using examples of White House projects and challenges Johnson on CFPB enforcement decisions and staffing.

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Kaptur criticizes Johnson over House recesses and delayed appropriations bills

Jul 24, 2026

Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-OH) delivered a Special Order speech covering Canadian wildfires affecting Ohio air quality, calls to lower political temperature citing the false report on Pete Buttigieg's family, criticism of House leadership for recesses instead of passing appropriations, allegations regarding a DOGE-linked database and voter purges, and strong support for the Major Richard Star Act. The roughly 10-minute address urged regular order, kindness, and veteran compensation reforms. Kaptur spoke from the House floor without guests or external sourcing shown; she referenced her Appropriations Committee work, cited vote.org, and noted the bill's co-sponsor count and discharge petition status.

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Heinrich Accuses Trump Administration of Stalling 73 GW Renewables at FERC Hearing

Jul 24, 2026

The clip shows Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-NM), ranking member of the Senate Energy Committee, delivering opening remarks at a July 2026 FERC oversight hearing chaired by Sen. Mike Lee. He criticizes the Trump administration for slowing renewable projects, links it to rising electricity costs, and promotes his Grid for Growth initiative and permitting reforms. He also praises recent FERC actions on large loads and warns about threats to agency independence after a Supreme Court ruling. Sourcing is primarily Heinrich's prepared statement referencing his own report and a consumer poll; no other guests or counter-views appear in the segment.

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Wyden introduces bill requiring congressional tariff approval after alleging Trump family gains from Swiss, Korean, UAE deals

Jul 24, 2026

The clip shows Sen. Ron Wyden (D-OR) opening remarks in a Senate Finance Committee hearing with USTR Ambassador Jamieson Greer. Wyden criticizes Trump’s second-term tariff policies for raising costs on families and businesses, disrupting supply chains, and failing to deliver on campaign promises to farmers and manufacturers. He details specific new 50% tariffs on Canadian goods via an unused Smoot-Hawley provision and accuses the administration of corrupt enrichment through tariff adjustments tied to foreign gifts and investments. Wyden announces introduction of the Congressional Trade Powers Reform Act to restore congressional oversight. Sourcing consists of Wyden’s statements referencing his prior letter on Swiss gifts, recent financial disclosures, and administration announcements; the segment cuts to Greer for testimony.

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Sherman warns US-Saudi nuclear deal allows enrichment, skips Additional Protocol

Jul 24, 2026

The segment features Rep. Brad Sherman (D-CA) speaking in a House hearing, criticizing a newly announced US-Saudi civilian nuclear cooperation agreement (123 agreement) signed July 22, 2026. He argues it advances neither the Abraham Accords nor Palestinian state progress, enables enrichment and reprocessing without strong IAEA safeguards, and risks proliferation. Sherman contrasts it with the UAE's commitments and references broader regional dynamics including Iran sanctions and past US policy.

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Whitmer endorses Stevens for Michigan US Senate ahead of Aug. 4 primary

Jul 24, 2026

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer endorses U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens for the open U.S. Senate seat in the Aug. 4 Democratic primary. The clip details Whitmer's strategy of getting things done and praises Stevens' background and record fighting Republican policies on costs and benefits.

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Sen. Welch details Vermont business and tourism losses from U.S.-Canada tariffs in Senate hearing

Jul 24, 2026

Forbes Breaking News aired a clip from the July 22, 2026 Senate Finance Committee hearing featuring Sen. Peter Welch (D-VT) questioning U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. Welch described sharp drops in Canadian tourism and hardships for specific Vermont small businesses including layoffs at Rover's North and Orvis, plus rising costs and lost sales for cheese and brewery producers.

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Kiley requests HHS block California healthcare MCO tax redesign raising private premiums

Jul 24, 2026

Forbes Breaking News aired Rep. Kevin Kiley (R-CA) criticizing Gov. Newsom and the legislature over the 2026-27 budget's healthcare tax redesign. Kiley described it as the largest tax increase in state history per the California Tax Foundation, specifically a massive hike on health plans that would raise private premiums by up to $400 yearly. He argued voters had barred such increases and announced a letter from the California delegation requesting HHS block the measure, which requires federal approval.

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Rep. Lynch Accuses Trump of 'Stolen Valor' Over Kennedy Center Name Addition

Jul 24, 2026

The Forbes Breaking News clip shows Rep. Stephen Lynch (D-MA) questioning witnesses during a House Oversight subcommittee hearing on history and museums. Lynch establishes that Biden won the 2020 election, recounts JFK's WWII Purple Heart, describes the Kennedys' role in founding the Kennedy Center, and condemns the addition of Trump's name to the building as a distortion of history and 'stolen valor.'

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Morelle denounces House GOP bill merging stock trading rules with voter ID mandates

Jul 24, 2026

The segment shows Rep. Joe Morelle (D-NY) delivering a House floor speech on H.R. 7008, the Stop Insider Trading Act. He criticizes Republicans for attaching voter ID requirements modeled on the SAVE America Act to a bill that he says fails to fully ban congressional stock trading. Morelle highlights the bill's 90-day effective date for the ID rules, lists excluded ID types, warns of mail voting disruptions two weeks before the 2026 midterms, and calls it an unfunded mandate amid other issues like the Iran war. The clip ends with the presiding officer recognizing the next speaker.

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Rep. Blake Moore highlights $360B CY2025 deficit drop and CMS hospice fraud crackdown

Jul 23, 2026

Rep. Blake Moore (R-UT) delivered a special order speech on the federal deficit, citing a $360 billion reduction in calendar year 2025 versus 2024. He highlighted GAO fraud estimates, specific cases of hospice and unemployment insurance fraud, and ongoing agency enforcement actions. Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-NC) joined briefly to discuss the $39 trillion debt and appropriations savings. The segment focused on fraud prevention legislation and data analytics successes under the current administration.

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Courtney calls for stripping SAVE Act from FY27 NDAA rule

Jul 23, 2026

Rep. Joe Courtney spoke during House debate on the FY27 NDAA (H.R. 8800). He endorsed multi-year contracts for Navy ships, Columbia and Virginia class submarines, AUKUS commitments, and unmanned systems while opposing $1B for battleships. He criticized the House rule that added SAVE Act text to the bill and urged its removal to preserve the NDAA's bipartisan tradition. The segment draws from Courtney's floor remarks referencing subcommittee work, Senate actions, and specific dollar figures. No outside guests appear; sourcing is the congressman's statements and references to committee marks.

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Sen. Rosen cites ADL, FBI data on antisemitism rise, pushes Jewish American Security Act

Jul 23, 2026

Sen. Jacky Rosen (D-NV) delivered a Senate floor speech decrying record antisemitic incidents and violence against Jewish Americans, particularly since October 2023. She detailed specific attacks, cited ADL and FBI statistics, referenced a Blue Square Alliance poll on attitudes among young adults, and described fear leading one in four Jews to skip events. Rosen promoted the Jewish American Security Act, a bipartisan bill with Sen. James Lankford (R-OK) that would authorize $1 billion for the Nonprofit Security Grant Program, streamline applications, allow security hiring, and add police grants for houses of worship. The clip ends with a roll call.

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McClain Delaney cites rising back-to-school costs in House floor speech on affordability

Jul 23, 2026

The clip shows Rep. April McClain Delaney delivering a House floor speech ahead of the new school year. She discusses rising back-to-school expenses for families in Maryland's sixth district, notes ongoing college and training costs as a mother of four, and outlines elements of her 'cost-down agenda' including daycare access, child tax credit, food co-ops, algorithmic pricing rules, and ending tariffs. She references 'Team Maryland' coordination across government levels and yields time at the end. Sourcing is limited to her personal experience and policy proposals; no external data, graphics, or guest experts appear.

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Brian Mast reads names of 18 service members killed in Operation Epic Fury

Jul 23, 2026

Forbes Breaking News aired Rep. Brian Mast (R-FL), chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, delivering remarks on the House floor. He read the names, ranks, and branches of 18 U.S. service members killed during Operation Epic Fury and displayed their photos. Mast detailed dozens of Iranian naval and drone incidents from recent years, referenced the 2024 Tower 22 attack, claimed over 350 Iranian attacks in the 30 months before the operation, and urged rejection of a war-powers resolution seeking to withdraw U.S. forces. The segment ends with the chair recognizing the next speaker.

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Smith backs H.R. 8884 to restore SSA demo authority for SSDI work incentives

Jul 23, 2026

The July 23, 2026, Forbes Breaking News clip shows Ways and Means Chairman Jason Smith delivering floor remarks supporting H.R. 8884, the Removing Barriers to Work for Disabled Americans Act sponsored by Rep. Austin Scott. Smith highlights SSDI beneficiary desire to work, low annual exit rates, expired SSA demonstration authority since 2022, program barriers like eligibility rules and overpayment fears, and testimony on work's purpose. He notes Scott's veteran advocacy and the bill's expansion to blind Americans, citing Ways and Means Committee bipartisan passage.

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Grassley highlights E15 sales record and urges WNBA accountability over Clark incidents

Jul 23, 2026

Senator Chuck Grassley delivered floor remarks first on record Iowa E15 fuel sales in May 2026 and the push for year-round nationwide sales, then shifted to Caitlin Clark. He detailed her Iowa roots, college and pro career with the Indiana Fever, a recent throat-contact incident involving Alyssa Thomas, and broader claims of unfair physical treatment plus league-wide gains in attendance, revenue, and salaries attributable to Clark.

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Rep. Gabe Amo criticizes Trump-signed One Big Beautiful Bill Act over SNAP cuts

Jul 23, 2026

The clip shows Rep. Gabe Amo (D-RI) delivering a one-minute floor speech criticizing the Trump administration and Republicans for the One Big Beautiful Bill Act's effects on SNAP. He claims 4.5 million recipients, including 1.5 million children, lost benefits, with over 16,000 in Rhode Island affected amid rising grocery costs from tariffs and wars; he notes increased food pantry demand and low benefit levels. The segment is a straight congressional floor speech with no additional guests, graphics, or reporter narration. It references constituent and pantry leader anecdotes alongside national and state figures.

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Trump Announces Tech Companies Commit to Funding or Building Data Center Power Infrastructure

Jul 23, 2026

The clip shows President Trump speaking about surging electricity demand from AI data centers and introducing or referencing the Ratepayer Protection Pledge. He states that tech companies have committed to fund or build all required energy infrastructure and have been granted the right to build their own power plants, with Lee Zeldin credited for implementation. The segment relies on Trump's direct remarks, references the pledge as a formal commitment by major tech firms, and includes audience applause. No additional guests or graphics are shown in the provided transcript.

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AOC criticizes NDAA passage and Trump Iran war spending in House vote aftermath

Jul 23, 2026

The Forbes clip features Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticizing U.S. involvement in the Iran war and recent defense legislation. She argues trillions spent abroad contrast with domestic affordability issues like inhalers and calls for reduced Pentagon outlays in favor of health care. AOC addresses Republican claims of victory on the NDAA and reconciliation blueprint, alleging a trillion-dollar health care cut paired with Pentagon boosts. She disputes national security justifications, notes high per-capita defense spending without audits, and highlights waste affecting veterans' care.

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Hakeem Jeffries Pledges Democrats Will Target Trump Administration Corruption

Jul 23, 2026

Forbes Breaking News clip shows a reporter asking Hakeem Jeffries whether Democrats' anti-corruption focus includes corporations and how committees plan to avoid over-promising. Jeffries responds by vowing to hold accountable those involved with the Trump administration, calling it the most corrupt in history, and listing several Trump statements on the economy.

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Merkley and Smith condemn Trump Iran war citing 18 US deaths and $37.5B cost

Jul 23, 2026

Forbes Breaking News aired Senate floor speeches by Sens. Jeff Merkley (D-OR) and Tina Smith (D-MN) opposing the ongoing US-Israel military campaign against Iran. They highlighted American casualties, war costs, gasoline price increases, and constitutional concerns over the lack of congressional authorization. Merkley detailed specific policy alternatives for the requested funds and referenced failed ceasefire talks and civilian impacts in Iran. Smith joined to stress legislative oversight failures and historical parallels.

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