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Clad has been grading Forbes Breaking News segments since Jun 2026 — 493 reports so far, published several times a week. 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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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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Barrasso cites New Jersey software error registering 6,600 noncitizens to vote, urges aggressive voter roll cleanup

Jul 23, 2026

The segment is a U.S. Senate floor speech by Sen. John Barrasso (R-WY) demanding states aggressively clean voter rolls after New Jersey revealed 6,600 noncitizens were registered. It details how a Motor Vehicle Commission software error during the prior administration allowed automatic registration tied to driver's licenses issued to noncitizens, with roughly 400 voting. The speech links the incident to Biden-era border policies, sanctuary state practices, and Democratic opposition to voter ID and border enforcement. It contrasts Republican actions with Democratic positions including calls to abolish ICE and broader policy goals. Border crossing data from DHS is cited to show historic lows under the current administration.

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Rubio stresses Trump leads Iran talks with team including Vance, Witkoff and Kushner

Jul 23, 2026

Forbes Breaking News clip shows Secretary of State Marco Rubio fielding a question about unnamed prominent Republicans who reportedly prefer him to lead Iran talks over Vice President Vance. Rubio deflects by naming President Trump as the decision-maker and describing a collaborative team that includes Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, Vance and himself. He lists joint work on Lebanon, Venezuela and a Thailand-Cambodia peace agreement, stressing multi-agency coordination rather than any single lead negotiator. The segment consists of Rubio's direct answers during what appears to be a press gaggle.

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Leavitt says Trump follows Cunningham's comments on trans athletes in women's sports

Jul 23, 2026

Forbes Breaking News aired a clip from a July 23, 2026 White House press briefing. Reporter Marilyn asked Karoline Leavitt about WNBA player Sophie Cunningham's comments on trans athletes and whether President Trump had reached out. Leavitt replied that Trump is following the story, strongly supports barring men from women's sports, called backlash from the left astonishing, and described the issue as an 80/20 matter rooted in biology. Cunningham had recently doubled down on her ESPN profile remarks calling it common sense to protect girls.

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Crapo opens Senate Finance meeting on four Treasury nominations as Wyden criticizes nominees

Jul 23, 2026

The segment shows the Senate Finance Committee executive session convened by Chairman Mike Crapo to consider four Treasury nominations: Francis Brooke as Deputy Secretary, Aaron Brown as Under Secretary for International Affairs, S.P. Kothari as Assistant Secretary for Economic Policy, and Hunter McMaster as Assistant Secretary for Financial Markets. Crapo proposes a brief recess to allow an 11:30 floor vote. Ranking Member Ron Wyden waives a full opening statement elsewhere but delivers remarks opposing all four nominees, linking them to administration policies on Iran and trade. With no other senators present, the committee recesses without objection.

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Simon questions GOP focus on law school DEI at House task force hearing

Jul 23, 2026

The Forbes Breaking News clip shows Rep. Lateefah Simon (D-CA), ranking member of a House Oversight task force, delivering opening remarks at a July 22, 2026 hearing titled 'The Future of DEI in Law School Accreditation and the Legal Profession.' Simon criticizes repeated hearings on DEI, contrasts them with constituent issues like veteran homelessness and hunger in Texas and California, questions the relevance of ABA accreditation to the topic, and cites application statistics before accusing Trump of retaliatory executive orders against lawyers and firms.

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Rep. Michael Cloud Questions ABA President on Amicus Brief Leanings and Transgender Policy

Jul 23, 2026

The Forbes Breaking News clip covers a House hearing exchange where Rep. Michael Cloud questions ABA President about the group's non-partisan status. Cloud highlights 87 amicus briefs filed over ten years, with 70 favoring liberal outcomes and none conservative, plus ABA support for transgender medical interventions for minors and selective statements on lawyer discipline. The ABA president explains that amicus filings require existing House of Delegates policy developed through a deliberative, state-representative process and that the ABA does not control state bar discipline. A witness later discusses overlap between the ABA and its Section of Legal Education accrediting council, suggesting the Department of Education authorize additional accreditors.

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Jackson backs FY27 NDAA with $1.3B SOCOM boost, Department of War rename

Jul 23, 2026

Forbes Breaking News aired Rep. Ronny Jackson's House floor remarks supporting HR 8800, the FY27 National Defense Authorization Act. Jackson, chairman of the Intelligence and Special Operations Subcommittee, highlighted increased resources for special operations forces, intelligence capabilities, and industrial base reforms. He noted an approximate $1.3 billion boost for US Special Operations Command, an ISR strategy provision, UAS training space, foreign military sales integration, and restoring the Department of War name. He thanked Chairman Rogers and ranking member Jason Crow before urging passage.

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Cole backs H.R. 9770 clean CR extending FY2027 funding to Dec. 4

Jul 23, 2026

The segment airs Rep. Tom Cole (R-OK), House Appropriations Committee chairman, delivering floor remarks in support of H.R. 9770, the Continuing Appropriations Act of 2027. He urges passage of the short-term CR to avoid a September funding lapse, highlights House progress on FY2027 bills, and contrasts it with Senate Democratic inaction. The clip ends with Cole reserving time. Sourcing consists of the member's prepared remarks referencing committee markups completed by June 24, three House-passed bills, and the CR's extension to December 4 with no riders.

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Rep. Dan Meuser backs Main Street Capital Access Act to aid community banks

Jul 22, 2026

Forbes Breaking News clip shows Rep. Dan Meuser (R-PA) delivering a two-minute floor speech supporting H.R. 6955, the Main Street Capital Access Act. He praises Chairman French Hill and Subcommittee Chairman Andy Barr, frames the bill as reversing community banks' declining mortgage market share, easing capital and regulatory burdens, and codifying an executive order against debanking. The speech describes the measure as advancing multiple priorities including housing, small business, and capital access. It references the 'Make Community Banking Great Again' agenda and criticizes prior use of guidance and reputational risk. Sourcing is limited to the congressman's statements with no additional experts, data visuals, or opposing views presented.

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Garamendi opposes FY2026 NDAA, cites 1.5T+ spending and Medicaid cuts

Jul 22, 2026

The segment shows Rep. John Garamendi's floor speech during NDAA debate. He honors service members lost in the Iran conflict, praises select provisions such as infrastructure funding and pay raises, then opposes the bill over rising military spending and its funding via health-care cuts. Garamendi specifies authorizations exceeding 1.5 trillion dollars plus reconciliation and Iran-related amounts, criticizes lack of oversight, and argues against the Sentinel ICBM program in favor of extending Minuteman.

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Rep. Brandon Gill honors Army Pvt. Isabella Gonzales killed in Jordan base strike

Jul 22, 2026

Forbes Breaking News aired Rep. Brandon Gill delivering a floor speech honoring Army Pvt. Isabella Gonzales. The 19-year-old from Carrollton, Texas, was killed in action during an Iranian strike on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan while supporting Operation Inherent Resolve. Gill notes her age, hometown, and sacrifice, expressing condolences to her family and fellow soldiers. The segment consists of the unedited speech with standard congressional context.

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McGarvey criticizes GOP on $70B ICE funding and $95B Iran war package during House debate

Jul 22, 2026

The clip shows Rep. Morgan McGarvey (D-KY) delivering House floor remarks criticizing Republican support for a $70 billion immigration enforcement funding bill and a separate $95 billion package tied to Middle East operations. He references tax cuts, health care and food assistance reductions, alleged ICE misconduct, rising costs, and a proposed $400 million White House ballroom project. McGarvey spoke during debate on the ICE funding measure, offered amendments that failed, and yielded time after additional seconds were granted. The segment uses the Jurassic Park quote to frame Republican priorities.

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Magaziner demands end to Iran war, cites recent US deaths and $4 gas prices

Jul 22, 2026

The segment shows Rep. Seth Magaziner (D-RI) delivering House floor remarks criticizing ongoing US military involvement in the Iran conflict. He highlights recent American service member deaths, civilian casualties, high gasoline prices, and billions in spending, calling for negotiations and a new congressional majority to restrain the president. Magaziner attributes the war's start to President Trump with no plan or justification. The clip includes no other speakers, graphics, or rebuttals; sourcing consists of the congressman's statements referencing unnamed casualty figures and economic impacts.

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Castro questions Waltz on US leverage for two-state solution in UN Resolution 2803

Jul 22, 2026

The segment shows Rep. Joaquin Castro (D-TX) questioning Ambassador Mike Waltz during a House Foreign Affairs Committee hearing about UN Security Council Resolution 2803. Castro reviews historical UN resolutions on two states, notes the omission of explicit 'two-state solution' language in 2803 despite French and other requests, and asks about US policy and leverage on Netanyahu, who has stated opposition to a Palestinian state. Waltz responds that the resolution annexes Trump's 20-point peace plan, which includes a pathway to two states with reforms, and emphasizes focus on Gaza reforms and Israeli security.

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Foxx backs rule pairing stock trading ban with federal photo voter ID requirements

Jul 22, 2026

Rep. Virginia Foxx spoke on the House floor supporting a rules package for six measures, including the FY27 NDAA, a continuing resolution, budget resolution, and HR7008. The speech highlighted Republican priorities on defense, appropriations, disability work rules, agriculture, and election integrity. Foxx described HR7008 as prohibiting congressional stock purchases while adding photo ID requirements for federal elections, citing broad public support. She accused Democrats of fear-mongering over voting rights and emphasized the majority's focus on substantive legislation.

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Sen. Joni Ernst details $1.3M Nigerian fraud scheme and $1B California inmate unemployment claims

Jul 22, 2026

Sen. Joni Ernst delivered floor remarks highlighting multiple federal fraud schemes involving unemployment, disability, and COVID relief payments. She described a Nigerian national's $1.3 million scheme, California inmates receiving roughly $1 billion, fake celebrity and business names approved for aid, and a VA employee taking bribes from veterans.

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Rep. Cohen opposes additional Iran war funding in House floor remarks

Jul 22, 2026

The clip shows Rep. Steve Cohen (D-TN) delivering a one-minute House floor speech criticizing the ongoing US war with Iran. He references Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's recent testimony on costs and supplemental funding needs, contrasts it with the Obama-era JCPOA, and conditions support for more money on President Trump's tax payments. Cohen accurately paraphrases Hegseth's $37.5 billion figure and ~$67-70 billion request, cites 17 US soldier deaths, and references uncertainty over Iran's enriched uranium stockpile. He also highlights Trump's reported $2.2 billion 2025 income.

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Boebert Backs Amendment to Bar International Cadets From Service Academies; Houlahan Opposes

Jul 22, 2026

The segment shows House floor debate on an amendment (numbered 1304, tied to Chip Roy) to the defense bill. Rep. Boebert (R-CO) spoke in support, arguing academies should prioritize American citizens and taxpayer investment. Rep. Houlahan (D-PA) led opposition, calling the program a low-cost strategic asset that builds alliances. Chairman Rogers (R-AL) and Rep. Alford also opposed, noting existing bans on adversaries, full cost reimbursement by sending nations, vetting requirements, and enrollment caps.

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Rep. Gill questions ABA president on Biden's Black woman SCOTUS pledge and judicial diversity

Jul 22, 2026

The segment shows Rep. Brandon Gill (R-TX) questioning American Bar Association President Michelle Behnke during a July 2026 House Oversight Committee hearing. Gill presses on implicit bias statements, Biden's nomination pledge, whether race factored into Ketanji Brown Jackson's selection, and whether the Supreme Court should mirror U.S. racial demographics. Behnke repeatedly cites ABA opposition to quotas and discrimination while avoiding direct answers on specific nominees or exclusion. Gill references Biden's 2022 statement committing to the first Black woman justice and current Court demographics (two Black justices out of nine).

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Trump attends Dover transfer of four soldiers killed in Iran conflict, offers Air Force One ride to one family

Jul 22, 2026

The Forbes Breaking News segment features President Trump speaking after attending a dignified transfer ceremony at Dover Air Force Base for four U.S. service members killed in the Iran conflict. He recounts offering a ride on Air Force One to the family of Lt. Tyler James Feehan, whose remains were returned, noting their Georgia destination and the family's grief. Trump praises Feehan's character and service record, names his mother Sherry, father Steven, and uncle David, and emphasizes the emotional difficulty of such duties. The second portion describes the sourcing as direct video of Trump's remarks at the event, with no additional guests or graphics referenced.

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Vasquez Accuses DHS of Drilling Unpermitted Wells in Luna County for Border Wall

Jul 22, 2026

The clip shows Rep. Gabe Vasquez delivering a one-minute floor speech criticizing DHS contractors for drilling unauthorized wells in Luna County, New Mexico, to support border wall construction. He references the 1902 Reclamation Act, state water rights under the Mimbres and Hachita basins, and impacts on local ranchers and farmers who previously had water purchased or trucked in. The segment is sourced directly from Vasquez's remarks with no additional guests, graphics, or counterpoints. It aligns with July 2026 reporting on multiple unpermitted wells along the border amid drought conditions.

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Jordan questions ABA president on Israel-Hamas statements and group positions

Jul 22, 2026

The segment shows Rep. Jim Jordan questioning American Bar Association President Michelle Behnke during a House Judiciary Committee hearing. Jordan asks why the ABA withdrew two statements on the Israel-Hamas war issued shortly after October 7, 2023, then presses her on identifying 'good guys' in the conflict and lists ABA policy positions on abortion, immigration detention, and transgender participation in sports.

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House Appropriations hearing examines proposals to prevent government shutdowns

Jul 22, 2026

The full committee hearing focused on preventing funding lapses. Chairman Cole highlighted timely advancement of FY2027 bills and convened witnesses to discuss reform ideas including automatic short-term CRs with congressional restrictions and expedited Senate procedures for appropriations bills.

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Pritzker outlines Illinois quantum park with PsiQuantum anchor and $125M DARPA grant at Chicago forum

Jul 22, 2026

The segment is a fireside chat at the Global Quantum Forum in Chicago featuring Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker and a moderator. Pritzker discusses his administration's strategy since 2019 to position Illinois as a quantum hub via university partnerships, state capital investments, federal grant wins, and the Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park (IQMP) at the former US Steel South Works site.

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Kiley cites PPIC poll and congressional reversal of California's 2035 zero-emission vehicle rule

Jul 22, 2026

The clip features Rep. Kevin Kiley (R-CA) delivering remarks on the floor of the House. He references a recent Public Policy Institute of California survey showing two-thirds opposition to the gas car ban, notes its origin as an executive order, and celebrates the passage and signing of his Congressional Review Act resolution reversing it. The segment is a standalone floor speech clip with no additional guests, graphics, or panel discussion. Kiley emphasizes bipartisan votes in both chambers and the president's signature as a check on Sacramento policies.

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Democrat questions GAO on login.gov leadership amid DOGE appointee concerns

Jul 22, 2026

The segment is a clip from a House Oversight subcommittee hearing featuring testimony from GAO official Ms. Cruz Cain on login.gov's ongoing fraud prevention needs and technology upgrades via vendors like Secure. Rep. Randall questions the importance of experienced leadership for sensitive data programs and submits articles alleging Trump administration/DOGE mishandling of Social Security data. The member concludes by criticizing the placement of a person tied to prior data issues in charge of login.gov identity verification.

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Tom Cole backs FY 2027 National Security funding bill on House floor

Jul 22, 2026

Forbes Breaking News aired Rep. Tom Cole's floor speech supporting the FY 2027 National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs appropriations bill. Cole, Appropriations Committee chairman, praised its focus on accountability, support for Israel and Taiwan, and countering adversaries including China.

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Waters opposes HR 1181, cites MCC codes and Pulse shooter as risks

Jul 22, 2026

Rep. Maxine Waters spoke on the House floor opposing HR 1181, the Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act. She argued the bill would ban firearm-specific merchant category codes and preempt state laws in California, New York, and Colorado. She presented gun-death statistics from Giffords, described credit-card use in eight mass shootings from 2007-2018, and detailed the Pulse nightclub shooter's purchases and searches. Gun-safety groups sent letters urging a no vote.

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Senator Marshall questions Trump nominees on quantum computing and capital markets

Jul 21, 2026

The segment shows Senator Roger Marshall questioning several Trump administration nominees during a confirmation hearing. He asks Ms. Brown about private-sector experience for an international affairs role, jokes with Mr. Brook about baseball before discussing Trump accounts for children, probes Dr. Kothari on quantum computing opportunities, and questions Mr. McMaster on capital markets' importance to small businesses and retirees. The clip features direct nominee responses emphasizing market discipline, innovation incentives via tax policy, and quantum's potential speed advantages despite roadblocks. Sourcing is the hearing itself with named participants; throughline is Marshall's enthusiasm for quantum computing and economic opportunity programs.

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Flood questions Vought on CFPB appropriations funding and larger participant rules

Jul 21, 2026

The segment is from a July 2026 House Financial Services Committee hearing featuring Acting CFPB Director Russell Vought. Rep. Mike Flood questions Vought on agency reforms including appropriations funding, strengthened cost-benefit analysis, an independent inspector general, clearer definitions of abusive practices, and handling of civil penalty fund balances. Flood references his prior CRA resolution overturning a 2024 CFPB larger participant rule on digital payments, signed by President Trump in May 2025. Vought affirms support for most proposed changes, noting congressional guidance would help.

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Rep. Meuser backs Take Care of America's Veterans Act including Richard Star provisions

Jul 21, 2026

The Forbes Breaking News clip shows Rep. Dan Meuser (R-PA) speaking on the House floor in support of the Take Care of America's Veterans Act (H.R. 9237). He highlights its inclusion of the Major Richard Star Act to end the offset between military retirement pay and VA disability for combat-injured retirees, plus community care, mental health, survivor benefits, and red-tape reduction. Meuser lists endorsements from groups including the American Legion, Wounded Warrior Project, and others. The speech stresses the package advances services rather than cutting benefits. The bill was introduced June 10, 2026, by Rep. Mike Bost and combines over 60 provisions.

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Kaine condemns Trump Iran military action as illegal war of choice on Senate floor

Jul 21, 2026

Forbes Breaking News aired a clip of Virginia Senator Tim Kaine delivering remarks on the Senate floor. Kaine highlighted the return of fallen US troops, referenced a total of 18 deaths since February 28, and criticized the Iran conflict as an illegal war of choice started by President Trump.

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Rep. Clay Fuller accuses Democrats of holding government funding hostage during House appropriations debate

Jul 21, 2026

Forbes Breaking News aired a clip of Rep. Clay Fuller (R-GA) speaking on the House floor in support of an appropriations rule. Fuller accused Democrats of trying to hold the government hostage by potentially blocking funding legislation and tied it to local priorities like PFAS contamination cleanup in North Georgia. A Democratic member from Massachusetts responded that the funding deadline was months away and that the immediate crisis was affordability for Americans. The segment ran under a headline directly quoting Fuller's partisan attack.

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Malliotakis links NYC socialist primary wins and Mamdani agenda to communism, Venezuela court packing

Jul 21, 2026

Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY) spoke at a press conference decrying socialism and communism within the Democratic Party, drawing on her mother's experience fleeing Cuba in 1959. She highlighted recent NYC Democratic primary wins by progressive candidates, referenced Adam Hamawy in New Jersey, and criticized Mayor Zohran Mamdani's agenda including government-run supermarkets.

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Daines Chairs Senate Hearing on 25 Bills Expanding Battlefield Protection and Park Access

Jul 21, 2026

The video covers a Senate Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee hearing chaired by Sen. Steve Daines on 25 bills related to national parks, public lands, battlefield protection, heritage areas, and related commemorations. Bills discussed include expansions of the American Battlefield Protection Program, free park passes for law enforcement and firefighters, Route 66 trail designation, and various park-specific measures.

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Hunt criticizes Democrats for race references during border bill debate

Jul 21, 2026

The Forbes Breaking News clip shows Rep. Wesley Hunt (R-TX) speaking during a House debate on border legislation. Hunt thanks colleagues for a bill to codify border enforcement, lists American victims of crimes by illegal immigrants, thanks law enforcement, and mocks Democrats and media for repeatedly invoking 'white' or 'white supremacist.' He states he is Black and emphasizes protection for all Americans regardless of race. Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX) briefly follows.

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Trump Says Iran Desperate for Talks, Questions Reporter on Strike Pause

Jul 21, 2026

The Forbes Breaking News clip shows a reporter questioning President Trump on the US plan toward Iran, asking if the strategy is continued bombing until Iran gives up given no signs of stopping. Trump responds by disputing the premise, stating behind-the-scenes dialogue shows Iran wants to meet desperately because they are getting decimated, and accuses the outlet of being fake. He adds that talks are possible only in a meaningful way and there is no interest otherwise.

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Blumenthal seeks Senate suit against Trump on Emoluments; Scott objects

Jul 21, 2026

The segment shows Sen. Richard Blumenthal introducing a resolution directing Senate legal counsel to sue President Trump for alleged Foreign Emoluments Clause violations. Blumenthal details specific benefits including a $400 million Qatar jet and a $500 million UAE-linked investment in World Liberty Financial. Sen. Rick Scott objects, arguing the effort is political, misstating the constitutional text, and urging focus on other issues. The clip is a direct recording of the July 2026 Senate floor exchange with no additional narration.

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