Amid 'endless' Burma crisis, Congress urges stronger U.S. action

Lawmakers warn that U.S. is running out of time to confront Burma's conflict, urging for stronger response as the military junta tightens its grip.

These 2 Arizona Congress members opposed measure decrying socialism

The resolution, which passed, "denounces the horrors of socialism" and "opposes the implementation of socialist policies in the United States."

UN human rights rapporteur calls on United States to lift sanctions on Cuba

A United Nations human rights official is urging the United States to lift its sanctions on Cuba, saying they are impacting the island’s entire population, hitting sectors including health care, nutrition and education.

Saudi crown prince hosted at friendlier US Congress

WASHINGTON, Nov 19 (Reuters) - Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met with members of Congress at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, on the second day of a visit to Washington that has aimed to tout stronger-than-ever economic and security ties while brushing off scrutiny of his human rights record.

Coast Guard drops 'hate incident' label, sparks dissent from Congress and ranks

The United States Coast Guard will no longer classify swastikas, nooses, or Confederate flags as hate symbols.
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