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View this email in your browser Legislative Snapshot United We Stand                                 March 15, 2025 Capitol Hill Prayer Partners P.O. Box 5152 Herndon, VA 20172-1970 chpp1994@gmail.com Please Visit the Website Here DONATE TODAY We Welcome Your Gifts! The Daily Brief: Legislative Snapshot Saturday, March 15, 2025 "For the kingdom is the LORD'S: and he is the governor among the nations." (Psalm 22:28) "We the People" "Standing United Together . . . Under the Cross of Christ" Today's Top Story  Schumer Says He'll Support GOP Funding Bill to Avoid Government Shutdown The minority leader’s support all but guarantees that the stopgap funding bill will be able to pass the Senate.  WASHINGTON—Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) announced that he will support advancing a House-passed stopgap funding bill, effectively foreclosing the risk of a government shutdown. “I will vote to keep the government open and not shut down the government,” Schumer said in a March 13 speech on the Senate floor. If the government shuts down, Schumer said, “communities that depend on government services to function will suffer and will suffer greatly.” Story continues below advertisement He also said allowing a government shutdown would be “a gift” to President Donald Trump and would empower his efforts in reducing the federal workforce and spending. “As bad as a [continuing resolution] is, allowing Donald Trump to take more power through a government shutdown is an even worse option,” Schumer said. He said the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and the administration would be granted far greater discretion to determine what constitutes an essential employee. (The Epoch Times) Read more here. - Lord God, we thank you that the prayers of God's people have been answered, as demonstrated by this commonsense decision announced by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. We will, indeed, accomplish more in government by working together than at being "at odds" with each other. Amen! - "Can two walk together, unless they are agreed?" (Amos 3:3) Top Story 2 21 Attorneys General Sue Over Education Department Layoffs Officials from blue states allege that enacted and planned cuts to the agency are unlawful and unconstitutional. New York Attorney General Letitia James and 20 of her peers from other blue states on March 13 announced a federal lawsuit seeking to protect the Department of Education from elimination. Her announcement was made two days after the Department of Education announced that half of its employees, about 2,000 workers, have so far voluntarily resigned or been laid off and that its offices in other states will be closed as part of ongoing cost-saving measures. Education Secretary Linda McMahon has previously stated her intent to eliminate the agency under President Donald Trump’s directive and move its functions to states or other federal agencies so that money that would otherwise be spent on the federal department will instead go to classrooms. The other plaintiffs include attorneys general from Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, Oregon, Rhode Island, Washington, Wisconsin, Vermont, and the District of Columbia. In a statement, James said the Department of Education is critical to tens of millions of students. “This administration may claim to be stopping waste and fraud, but it is clear that their only mission is to take away the necessary services, resources, and funding that students and their families need,” the statement reads. (The Epoch Times) Read more here. - Father God, we are truly saddened to read this report. One has only to look at the data, across the nation, which demonstrates that our students have fallen way behind those of other nations in critical areas like reading, writing and arithmetic. In all other subject areas, our students are woefully behind. We ask that these governors stand down from this foolish action, so that President Trump can pursue His agenda for the well being of our students, and for the future of our nation. Amen.  - "Let them alone: they be blind leaders of the blind. And if the blind lead the blind, both shall fall into the ditch." (Matthew 15:14)  Top Story 3 China to Host Russia and Iran for Nuclear Talks on Friday China will hold talks with officials from Russia and Iran to discuss Iran’s nuclear program as Washington resurrects a maximum pressure campaign on Tehran. China’s communist leadership will host officials from Russia and Iran this week to discuss issues related to nuclear weapons development. The March 14 meeting in Beijing will focus in particular on the issue of Iran’s nuclear development, according to China’s foreign ministry. Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu will chair the meeting and discuss the issue with deputy foreign ministers from Moscow and Tehran, a foreign ministry spokesperson said during a press conference on March 12. The meeting coincides with a closed-door gathering of the United Nations Security Council in New York the same day regarding Iran’s expanding stores of uranium that are close to weapons-grade. The meeting also closely follows an announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump last week that the United States would seek to negotiate a new nuclear deal with Iran to replace the one it withdrew from during Trump’s first term in office. Trump reaffirmed the United States’ position that Iran should never be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons and said he was open to a new nuclear deal or else might resort to military action. (The Epoch Times) Read more here. - Father God, we stand united behind President Trump's position that Iran should never be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons and that he is open to a new nuclear deal or else might resort to military action. We stand united on this critical position. Mr. President, we have your back! We decree that no weapon that is formed against you shall prosper, and that every tongue that accuses you, you will condemn. Amen! -  "Obey your leaders and submit to them, for they are keeping watch over your souls. as those who will have to give  account." (Hebrews 13:17)  Top Story 4 98 Protesters Arrested After Occupying Trump Tower to Demand Release of Pro-Palestinian Activist The protesters were affiliated with Jewish Voice for Peace, which describes itself as a progressive Jewish anti-Zionist group.  Police arrested 98 protesters on March 13 after they occupied the lobby of Trump Tower on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, staging a loud demonstration in support of Palestine and against the arrest of Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian student activist who led protests at Columbia University condemning Israel’s military response to the Hamas terror attacks of Oct. 7, 2023. The New York Police Department (NYPD) repeatedly ordered demonstrators to leave before officers moved in, arresting 98 individuals on charges including trespassing, obstruction, and resisting arrest, according to a police briefing. The protesters were affiliated with Jewish Voice for Peace, which describes itself as a progressive Jewish anti-Zionist group. “As Jews, we are taking over Trump Tower to register our mass refusal,” the organization said in a statement. “We will not stand by as this fascist regime criminalizes Palestinians and those calling for an end to the Israeli government’s U.S.-funded genocide.” Wearing red shirts that read “Stop Arming Israel” and “Not In Our Name,” demonstrators carried banners with slogans such as “Free Mahmoud, Free Palestine” and “Fight Nazis, Not Students.” Footage posted on social media by Jewish Voice for Peace showed protesters chanting and clapping as officers systematically removed them from the building. Videos from outside Trump Tower showed the detained protesters being loaded onto waiting buses while other demonstrators remained on the sidewalk, chanting, “Free Mahmoud!” (The Epoch Times) Read more here. - Father God, as we read this news, sometimes it seems that the world has gone crazy. The statements and the demands of these protestors make no sense at all . . . we thank You, O Lord, that You died on the Cross and shed Your Blood to forgive each one's sins, so we now come into agreement for the salvation of these unsaved souls. Thank You, O Lord, for hearing our prayer, amen and amen. - "The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance." (I Peter 3:9)  TOP STORY 5 Total Lunar Eclipse Occurred Over North America During Purim A total lunar eclipse occurred over North America during part of the night from March 13-14, 2025. One interesting thing about this eclipse is that it is occurring during the feast of Purim in the United States. This feast celebrates the deliverance of the Jewish people from potential destruction in the book of Esther in the Bible. This historic event occurred in the ancient region of Persia. This eclipse could be a prophetic indicator of an event in the near future happening in the Middle East. Could this possibly involve the United States and Israel taking action against Iran's nuclear program sometime relatively soon? (www.watch.org) - Father God, two nights ago, believers all around the world were rejoicing, as this moon turned BLOOD RED, knowing that this was indeed the date when wicked Haman fell and Queen Esther (and her cousin Mordecai) gained the victory for her people. Help us all to seize this moment for ourselves, as a new wind is now blowing across our land, bringing freedom for all. Praise the Lord! - "Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the Lord!" (Psalm 150:6} Recent Floor Activity Senate — Votes Monday Senate confirms Lori Chavez-DeRemer as Labor secretary Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Schumer backs down • Senate passes Continuing Resolution, hours before deadline (H.R. 1968) • 5 takeaways Senate Overwhelmingly Passes Fentanyl Trafficking Bill: ‘Critical Step Toward Ending The Crisis’ (S. 331) Senate passes bill to prevent $1 billion cut from DC city budget (S. 1077) House of Representatives Monday House passes Subterranean Border Defense Act, boosting oversight on use of tunnels to sneak into US (H.R. 495) Tuesday House approves CR to avert shutdown (H.R. 1968) • CBO: Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2025 • Slashes Spending by $7 Billion • ahead of Friday deadline • What we know about the government funding bill • provides $1.5 billion for extra, unrequested warship • targets VA fund for toxic exposure (the fund had been vastly extended to cover hypertension) • Maine Rep. Golden, only House Dem to vote for CR, said measure not perfect but shutdown was worse Friday — Pro Forma Majority Leader Recap: Week of March 10, 2025 Congress Last Week Foreign Policy — Committees: Senate, House House Republicans push using 'Taiwan' over 'Chinese Taipei' (H.R. 2113) Immigration Trump’s $5 million ‘gold card’ visa plan likely needs Congress Budget — Committees: House, Senate CBO: How Changes in Economic Conditions Might Affect the Federal Budget: 2025 to 2035 • Workbook Tax Policy — Committees: House, Senate, Joint Here's how the SALT deduction could change amid Trump's tax cuts debate Federal Spending — Committees: House, Senate — FY 2024 bills, table Vance pitches separate cuts package Pentagon to unveil cuts alongside fiscal 2026 budget request Executive — Committees: House, Senate Trump's DOGE efforts get legislative backup from House Republicans (H.R. 2006) Feds accused of destroying Epstein evidence put on notice (H.R. 2136) Grassley, Johnson, drop records revealing FBI listened in on cellphone calls between Pence, Trump FBI assures Congress it is investigating leakers inside the bureau FBI attempts to restore trust by delivering subpoenaed documents ahead of House deadline Congress demands anew Treasury provide access to Suspicious Activity Reports involving ActBlue White House withdraws Dave Weldon's nomination to lead CDC Judiciary — Committees: Senate, House Judges warn against impeachments for rulings against Trump Congress — Committees: House, Senate ‘Supporter of mamas’: Momentum builds for proxy voting for House parents Republican congressmen stop distribution of Chinese Communist Party's China Daily to House offices Defamation lawsuit filed against Rep. Nancy Mace Tentative plan to dump federal office buildings leaves lawmakers in limbo Capitol Police Chief J. Thomas Manger announces retirement Retiring: Shaheen Rep. Raúl Grijalva dies at 77 after battle with cancer Pending Activity Committee Activity Senate panel backs diplomatic nominees after Democratic delay Senate committee advances Dr. Jay Bhattacharya's nomination for NIH director CMS pick Oz vows to go after Medicare Advantage, doesn't commit to opposing Medicaid cuts Dispute over Title for Trans-Identifying Congressman Abruptly Ends Hearing Senate Floor Schedule Senate is in a State Work Period next week. House Floor Schedule The House is in a district work period from 3/11/2025 through 3/23/2025. Committee Meeting Schedules No committee meetings are scheduled for next week. About Capitol Hill Prayer Partners To learn more about our ministry, and to sign up to begin receiving our daily alerts, please go here.   Subscribe to Our Alerts! 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