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'You Wanted To Restore The Confederate Names': Tim Kaine Exposes Pete Hegseth For Honoring The Confedaracy In Senate Hearing
During a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on June 18, 2025, Senator Tim Kaine presses Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth on why he is renaming bases to honor the Confederates.
Senator Tim Kaine visits Charlottesville to address concerns over UVA leadership change
Friday was Jim Ryan's last day on the job as UVA president. This follows pressure from the Department of Justice for him to resign.
Senate panel approves $500M of Ukraine aid
The Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) approved a $500 million defense assistance package for Ukraine amid escalating tensions with Russia.  On July 9, the SASC voted for the Fiscal Year 2026 ...
State Department layoffs spark controversy as Senator Kaine criticizes process
Hundreds of State Department employees are facing unemployment after the Trump administration's reorganization plans led to the dismissal of over 1,300 workers.