Washington, March 5 (IANS) The US lawmakers clashed during a congressional hearing over whether immigrants should be allowed to hold commercial driver’s licences, with Republicans warning of safety risks on highways and Democrats arguing the move could harm the economy and disrupt supply chains.The House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability convened the hearing on Wednesday to examine what Chairman Rep. Josh Brecheen described as “the issuance of no…
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Washington, Feb 2 (IANS) US Congressman Shri Thanedar has entered the 2026 election cycle with a strong financial position, reporting $6.4 million in cash on hand at the end of 2025, according to his year-end campaign finance filing released by his campaign.The Detroit-area Democrat said the fundraising advantage would allow him to communicate his record to voters in Michigan’s 13th Congressional District and highlight his legislative priorities ahead of the next election.“This ensures Congr…
Washington, Jan 13 (IANS) On the eve of President Donald J. Trump’s visit to Detroit, two Indian American leaders in Michigan have put forward sharply contrasting messages, underscoring political divisions within the community over the president’s record and rhetoric towards the city.Republican leader Sunny Reddy announced that he is sponsoring billboards across Michigan to welcome Trump during his visit. In a social media post, Reddy said the effort was meant to greet the president and sign…
Washington, Jan 4 (IANS) Indian American lawmakers sharply criticised President Donald Trump’s decision to use military force in Venezuela and his statement that the United States would “run” the country.The six Indian American lawmakers — all from the opposition Democratic Party — warned that the move bypassed Congress, risked long-term instability, and undermined constitutional limits on presidential power.Raja Krishnamoorthi, a senior member of the House Permanent Select Committee o…
Washington, Dec 30 (IANS) The killing of a Hindu garment worker in Bangladesh has drawn condemnation from US-based Hindu advocacy groups, who said the incident underscored the vulnerability of religious minorities in the country.The Hindu American Political Action Committee said the “brutal killing of Dipu Chandra Das” had made clear that the Bangladeshi government was failing to protect Hindus and other religious minorities.In a statement circulated to supporters, the group said it welcomed…