U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee
July 2002
President Bush Urges Senate to Approve House Exemptions - 2002-07-27
President Bush is calling on the Senate to pass a bill for a new Department of Homeland Security, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing national defense…
Delegation of Authority for Trade Agreements to the President of the United States - 2002-07-27
President Bush has welcomed a decision by Congress to grant him authority to negotiate international trade agreements, which is seen as crucial for the U.S.…
Establishment of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security - 2002-07-27
The U.S. Congress is advancing a bill to create the Department of Homeland Security, aimed at enhancing the government's ability to combat terrorism. President Bush…
Approval of Anti-Terrorism Budget - 2002-07-25
The U.S. Congress has passed a $29 billion anti-terrorism budget aimed at enhancing security and aiding recovery from the September 11 attacks. This funding includes…
White House Threatens to Veto Domestic Security Bill if Not Amended - 2002-07-25
The White House has issued a veto threat against the Senate's domestic security bill unless amendments are made. The Bush administration is advocating for more…
Medco Reports $12 Billion Excess Revenue in Accounting Records
Medco, a subsidiary of Merck, has reported $12 billion in excess revenue in its accounting, raising concerns about financial practices in large U.S. companies. This…