Senators Bernie Moreno and Elissa Slotkin agreed to postpone until next week their plan to use expedited Senate procedures to pass a permanent legislative ban on Chinese cars in the United States. The delay comes as Chinese President Xi Jinping visits the US for meetings with President Trump.
The U.S. Senate returns from recess on September 14 with 14 working days to advance the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act before midterm campaigning halts legislative activity. The bill would establish a regulatory framework for crypto assets, with major banks supporting clear rules while raising concerns about stablecoin provisions.
The Big Ten and Southeastern Conference announced their support for the bipartisan Senate bill designed to regulate college athletics, ending weeks of negotiations and reviving legislation that appeared headed for failure. The endorsement clears a major obstacle for the landmark bill ahead of an expected Senate floor vote.
The House of Representatives passed bipartisan legislation designed to protect children online, requiring tech companies to let kids limit addictive features and adopt policies against harms like sexual exploitation. However, the bill faces opposition from senators who want tougher rules, creating a policy standoff that has stalled progress for years.
