Democrats' tough choice: resistance or compromise?

At the beginning of the week, the House of Representatives passed a temporary budget bill that will fund the federal government until September. After pushing the bill through without Democratic support, Republican representatives left Washington to return to their districts—signaling they are not open to further negotiations. Under normal circumstances, the Senate would amend the bill through negotiations and vote on a unified version. However, by refusing to consider any changes, Republicans are presenting Democrats with a stark choice: accept the bill as is or be blamed for shutting down the federal government.

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Is the Menendez scandal an opportunity for Turkish-American relations?

The political dynamics within the American Congress and the activities of lobbying groups have long been significant factors negatively impacting Turkish-American relations. Since the 1970s, Congress has constrained the broad authority of the White House in foreign policy, leading to decisions against Türkiye on issues such as Cyprus and Armenia. In recent years, Congress has extended its influence into areas like Syria and defense cooperation.

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