Congressional Research Service.
United States federal agency
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What's happening
Active this week
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US and Israel attacked Iran, while Trump signed a memorandum with Iran, and the Pentagon provided war cost estimates.Well supported16 reports3 developments inside
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CRS analyzed the MQ-9A Reaper program produced by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems.Some support1 report
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The Congressional Research Service issued a white paper on the Case-Zablocki Act.Some support1 report
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Gallup, Congressional Research Service, and Daily Kos released data on average approval ratings and compiled information regarding the 97th Congress sessions.Well supported5 reports
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CRS provides policy analysis for US Congress regarding TPA under Fast Track Authority.Some support1 report
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The House is currently utilizing the Congressional Research Service to analyze the legal framework while conducting oversight hearings into the Federal Aviation Administration.Some support1 report
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Hitachi Vantara, a subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd., is tracking findings related to energy efficiency in data centers.Some support1 report
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A Congressional Research Service report detailed the timeline and associated risks of drone development.Some support1 report
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The Congressional Research Service assessed compliance with the mandated force structure, involving the U.S. Air Force.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Congressional Research Service issued a white paper on the topic of future combat vehicles.Some support1 report
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Executive orders and agency policies guide energy market shifts involving the Congressional Research Service and FERC.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Congressional Research Service released a report detailing current electricity policy issues for Congress.Some support1 report
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CRS documented $60 billion in losses from 9/11 attacks, and Congress extended the related risk insurance program through 2034.Some support1 report1 development inside
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CRS noted challenges regarding revenue projections involving Doug Burgum.Some support1 report
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A report details the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) holder status for José, who arrived from El Salvador in 1999 due to civil war.Some support1 report
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The Congressional Research Service issued a white paper detailing the structure of the U.S. Department of Defense.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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CRS provided expert analysis on FEMA's programs on September 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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CRS issued a white paper regarding the Election Assistance Commission on September 4, 2026.Some support1 report
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CRS issued a white paper from Insight on July 14, 2026.Some support5 reports
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Anna E. Normand contributed to a Congressional Research Service white paper on September 4, 2026.Some support1 report
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Center Square published a poll on government fraud, while CRS provided data on overpayment failures and GAO estimated annual fraud losses in Medicare.Some support1 report
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NORTHCOM spans regions including Alaska, involving bodies like the Defense Visual Information Distribution Service and Congressional Research Service to document DoD operational history.Some support1 report
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The expansion plan for the Yolo Bypass now includes the Feather River segment, prompting the Department of Energy to invoke emergency authority and leading to proposals from the Congressional Research Service regarding water system security.Some support1 report
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CRS defined signing statements in US governance, while ABA reported on their prevalence, noting George W. Bush contested provisions this way.Some support1 report
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A new report from the Congressional Research Service details the current status of U.S. sanctions being placed against Iran.Some support1 report
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A court established by Congress is now operating within the United States.Some support1 report
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Congressional Research Service provides background reports to Congress regarding reserve component duty statuses and legislative oversight.Some support1 report
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CRS white paper discusses PRC relations and Taiwan assurances.Some support2 reports
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Donald Trump consulted agency findings regarding the validity of an executive order.Well supported3 reports
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CRS tracks National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) debt and claims data.Some support1 report
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A CRS paper was published discussing legislation that was signed by President Joe Biden.Some support2 reports
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CRS issued white paper on bomber deployment.Some support1 report
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The Trump administration's influence on U.S. immigration court operations is being tracked by the Vera Institute and analyzed by the Congressional Research Service.Some support1 report
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Industry leaders cited research regarding county development in Solano County.Some support1 report
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The Ecological Society of America hosted its annual meeting in Salt Lake City, focusing on the Great Salt Lake ecosystem and policy analysis with the Congressional Research Service.Some support1 report
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Marc Rosenblum, who served in DHS during Trump administrations, is noted for his specialist role at the Congressional Research Service.Some support4 reports
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Bureau of Labor Statistics data is being used alongside Congressional Research Service input to analyze district economic challenges, specifically those related to high fuel taxes and price hikes.Some support1 report
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Trump administration announces a trade deal with the UK, tracking trade stabilization and deep economic integration.Some support1 report
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Congressional Research Service issued a white paper on the PLA.Some support1 report
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A CRS analyst produced a white paper on July 17, 2026.Some support1 report
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A Congressional Research Service report was released discussing the powers related to Donald Trump's presidency.Some support6 reports
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CRS published a white paper detailing Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962.Some support2 reports
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Congressional Research Service provides data and analysis to Congress regarding fire safety issues affecting land use in Colorado, specifically involving Park County.Some support1 report
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Kelley Blue Book and Congressional Research Service reported on current market trends and policy risks.Some support1 report
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Executive order designates Antifa as a domestic terrorist organization.Well supported3 reports
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CRS reported on losses during Operation Epic Fury.Some support1 report
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The Trump administration created a new policy, which Susan Dell pledged funds to ease, while the CRS noted account finish spreads.Some support2 reports
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A fact sheet was issued by a senior research librarian regarding the Congressional Research Service.Some support1 report
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A CRS report detailed policy interest in grid reliability, involving the Indian National Congress.Some support1 report
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Citing CRS reports, operational losses are being tracked as an air campaign targets Iranian mobile assets.Some support1 report
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The Congressional Research Service is currently tracking the budget proportions of the Legislative Branch.Some support3 reports
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The Congressional Research Service published a white paper detailing the implications of artificial intelligence.Some support1 report
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Trump issued a memo to his cabinet on June 5th regarding a current weapon directive, informed by the Congressional Research Service.Well supported7 reports
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The Civil War established the need for remembrance, and the Congressional Research Service provided information regarding Memorial Day's observance.Some support2 reports
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Around Congressional Research Service this week
News at the entities that move Congressional Research Service most-
Library of Congress StructuralGeorge Lucas refused to provide an original cut negative to the Library of Congress.Moves Congressional Research Service
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INSIGHT OperationalInsight stepped in as the interim operator of Hillside Rehabilitation Hospital.Moves Congressional Research Service
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House StructuralPrediction market tracks control of both chambers.Moves Congressional Research Service
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Lockheed Martin Mentioned togetherUS defense contractors, including Lockheed Martin and Anduril, are advocating for European defense autonomy across multiple countries.Moves Congressional Research Service
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Daily Kos StructuralTom Perriello, a Democrat, has challenged incumbent John McGuire for Virginia's 5th Congressional District.Moves Congressional Research Service
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Congress StructuralMandated National Bridge Inspection Standards were established in 1968.Moves Congressional Research Service
Connections
The 40 strongest of 108, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Donald Trump Structural
Trump's policy directives and executive actions are consistently informed by and rely on research and context provided by the Congressional Research Service.
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INSIGHT Operational
INSIGHT produces policy research and white papers that are officially cited and utilized by the Congressional Research Service.
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United States Congress Structural
The Congressional Research Service provides critical, non-partisan analysis that directly informs the budget and legislative work of the US Congress.
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Library of Congress Structural
The Congressional Research Service functions as a nonpartisan branch of the Library of Congress.
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Donald Palmer Structural
The individual functions as an analyst whose work contributes to the outputs of the Congressional Research Service.
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Congress Structural
CRS provides essential, non-partisan data, analysis, and background reports that inform and support the legislative oversight and decision-making functions of Congress.
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House Structural
The individual utilizes the Congressional Research Service as a resource for in-depth legal and policy framework analysis.
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Lockheed Martin Mentioned together
CRS conducts inquiries into Lockheed Martin regarding component diversion and US defense investigations.
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Anna E. Normand Structural
Anna E. Normand contributed to the research findings published by the Congressional Research Service.
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Sacramento Structural
The research produced by the Congressional Research Service informs and influences policy outcomes in the capital city of Sacramento.
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Amazon Structural
CRS research and proposed legislation investigate potential government equity stakes and regulatory mandates affecting Amazon.
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Bureau of Labor Statistics Structural
BLS data is a functional input relied upon by CRS to inform its research and policy analysis.
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Joe Biden Transactional
Biden utilized research and advice provided by the Congressional Research Service regarding federal holiday status.
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Daily Kos Structural
Daily Kos supplies compiled data regarding the 97th Congress sessions to the Congressional Research Service.
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Ben Leubsdorf Structural
A functions as a senior research librarian within the Congressional Research Service (CRS).
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Benjamin Netanyahu Mentioned together
Netanyahu is influenced by research findings produced by the Congressional Research Service regarding aid packages.
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Boeing Mentioned together
CRS reports function as a research body that documents and analyzes the development timelines and risks associated with drone technology, including that of Boeing.
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Provisional Government of the Republic of China Mentioned together
CRS conducts research and analysis on the activities and leadership of the Provisional Government of the Republic of China.
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NATO Mentioned together
CRS produces research and reports regarding NATO's arms control policies.
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Vera Institute of Justice Operational
Both organizations are engaged in the production of studies concerning immigration law, placing them in a competitive policy space.
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Hong Kong Mentioned together
Hong Kong is a subject of a Pentagon investigation, a topic relevant to Congressional research.
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Hormuz Mentioned together
The Congressional Research Service has issued reports detailing security developments in the Strait of Hormuz.
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Marc Rosenblum Structural
Marc Rosenblum holds a specialist role within the Congressional Research Service.
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Google Mentioned together
CRS analyzes Google in the context of proposed US legislation regarding potential government equity stakes in AI companies.
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Richard Nixon Mentioned together
The Congressional Research Service produced reports and rankings concerning presidential terms, including that of Richard Nixon.
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Solano County Mentioned together
The relationship is implied through the use of CRS research findings by industry leaders regarding county development issues.
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Elena Kagan Operational
Elena Kagan testified before Congress regarding security issues, utilizing the context of the Congressional Research Service.
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Federal Communications Commission Mentioned together
CRS provides data and reports on E-rate funding recipients managed by the FCC.
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Ohio Shared context
The Congressional Research Service reports on policyholder numbers specific to the state of Ohio.
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Hitachi Vantara Mentioned together
CRS incorporates findings related to energy efficiency in data centers, a core area of expertise for Hitachi Vantara.
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Bulgaria Mentioned together
CRS reports discuss Bulgaria, specifically identifying it as vulnerable to foreign interference.
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Doug Burgum Mentioned together
The relationship is inferred from the fact that CRS produces research relevant to policy figures like Burgum.
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Alexander Mentioned together
Alexander cites reports from the Congressional Research Service regarding operational losses.
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Federal Election Commission Mentioned together
The two entities are co-mentioned in the context of a ruling that invalidated federal statutory limits on political spending.
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Social Security Administration Shared context
The entities were mentioned together in the context of a nonessential office closure.
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China Mentioned together
CRS monitors and researches incidents involving China, which prompts congressional inquiries.
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Buncombe County Mentioned together
CRS monitors data related to Buncombe County, specifically NFIP debt and claims, as part of its research function.
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Defense Visual Information Distribution Service Mentioned together
Both entities are noted for documenting the operational history of the Department of Defense.
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Kelley Blue Book Mentioned together
Both organizations are cited for providing information regarding market trends and policy risks.
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Gallup Operational
Gallup provides average approval rating data utilized by the Congressional Research Service.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
17 events- CRS analyzed the MQ-9A Reaper program produced by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems.
- The Congressional Research Service issued a white paper on the Case-Zablocki Act.
- CRS provides policy analysis for US Congress regarding TPA under Fast Track Authority.
- The House is currently utilizing the Congressional Research Service to analyze the legal framework while conducting oversight hearings into the Federal Aviation Administration.
- Hitachi Vantara, a subsidiary of Hitachi Ltd., is tracking findings related to energy efficiency in data centers.
- A Congressional Research Service report detailed the timeline and associated risks of drone development.
- The Congressional Research Service assessed compliance with the mandated force structure, involving the U.S. Air Force.
- The Congressional Research Service issued a white paper on the topic of future combat vehicles.
- The Congressional Research Service released a report detailing current electricity policy issues for Congress.
- CRS documented $60 billion in losses from 9/11 attacks, and Congress extended the related risk insurance program through 2034.
- CRS noted challenges regarding revenue projections involving Doug Burgum.
- A report details the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) holder status for José, who arrived from El Salvador in 1999 due to civil war.
- CRS provided expert analysis on FEMA's programs on September 1, 2026.
- CRS issued a white paper regarding the Election Assistance Commission on September 4, 2026.
- Anna E. Normand contributed to a Congressional Research Service white paper on September 4, 2026.
- Center Square published a poll on government fraud, while CRS provided data on overpayment failures and GAO estimated annual fraud losses in Medicare.
- NORTHCOM spans regions including Alaska, involving bodies like the Defense Visual Information Distribution Service and Congressional Research Service to document DoD operational history.
August 2026
15 events- Executive orders and agency policies guide energy market shifts involving the Congressional Research Service and FERC.
- The Congressional Research Service issued a white paper detailing the structure of the U.S. Department of Defense.
- The expansion plan for the Yolo Bypass now includes the Feather River segment, prompting the Department of Energy to invoke emergency authority and leading to proposals from the Congressional Research Service regarding water system security.
- CRS defined signing statements in US governance, while ABA reported on their prevalence, noting George W. Bush contested provisions this way.
- A new report from the Congressional Research Service details the current status of U.S. sanctions being placed against Iran.
- A court established by Congress is now operating within the United States.
- Congressional Research Service provides background reports to Congress regarding reserve component duty statuses and legislative oversight.
- CRS white paper discusses PRC relations and Taiwan assurances.
- Donald Trump consulted agency findings regarding the validity of an executive order.
- CRS tracks National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) debt and claims data.
- A CRS paper was published discussing legislation that was signed by President Joe Biden.
- CRS issued white paper on bomber deployment.
- The Trump administration's influence on U.S. immigration court operations is being tracked by the Vera Institute and analyzed by the Congressional Research Service.
- Industry leaders cited research regarding county development in Solano County.
- The Ecological Society of America hosted its annual meeting in Salt Lake City, focusing on the Great Salt Lake ecosystem and policy analysis with the Congressional Research Service.
July 2026
10 events- Gallup, Congressional Research Service, and Daily Kos released data on average approval ratings and compiled information regarding the 97th Congress sessions.
- CRS issued a white paper from Insight on July 14, 2026.
- Marc Rosenblum, who served in DHS during Trump administrations, is noted for his specialist role at the Congressional Research Service.
- Bureau of Labor Statistics data is being used alongside Congressional Research Service input to analyze district economic challenges, specifically those related to high fuel taxes and price hikes.
- Trump administration announces a trade deal with the UK, tracking trade stabilization and deep economic integration.
- Congressional Research Service issued a white paper on the PLA.
- A CRS analyst produced a white paper on July 17, 2026.
- CRS published a white paper detailing Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962.
- Congressional Research Service provides data and analysis to Congress regarding fire safety issues affecting land use in Colorado, specifically involving Park County.
- Kelley Blue Book and Congressional Research Service reported on current market trends and policy risks.
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June 2026
12 events- US and Israel attacked Iran, while Trump signed a memorandum with Iran, and the Pentagon provided war cost estimates.
- A Congressional Research Service report was released discussing the powers related to Donald Trump's presidency.
- Executive order designates Antifa as a domestic terrorist organization.
- CRS reported on losses during Operation Epic Fury.
- The Trump administration created a new policy, which Susan Dell pledged funds to ease, while the CRS noted account finish spreads.
- A fact sheet was issued by a senior research librarian regarding the Congressional Research Service.
- A CRS report detailed policy interest in grid reliability, involving the Indian National Congress.
- Citing CRS reports, operational losses are being tracked as an air campaign targets Iranian mobile assets.
- The Congressional Research Service is currently tracking the budget proportions of the Legislative Branch.
- The Congressional Research Service published a white paper detailing the implications of artificial intelligence.
- Trump issued a memo to his cabinet on June 5th regarding a current weapon directive, informed by the Congressional Research Service.
- The Civil War established the need for remembrance, and the Congressional Research Service provided information regarding Memorial Day's observance.