Megan Mineiro

Megan Mineiro is a freelance journalist covering Washington. She previously worked as a staff writer for CQ Roll Call and produced the CQ Morning Briefing newsletter and podcast with daily policy news and analysis from Capitol Hill. On Twitter: @meganmineiro

Palestine | Jul 11, 2024

US lawmakers advance bill to block new UN rights for Palestine

The House Foreign Affairs Committee also voted on legislation to claw back UNRWA funds and denounce a UN decision to list Israel as an abuser of children’s rights.

Rep. Tom Cole (R-OK), Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-NY) and Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-CT) listen.

Palestine | Jun 28, 2024

House spending bill erases UNRWA, Gaza pier funding, blocks refugee resettlement

President Joe Biden has threatened to veto the House-passed State, Foreign Operations bill if it reaches his desk.

Exterior view of the U.S. Capitol building prior to a roundtable discussion on Supreme Court Ethics conducted by Democrats of the House Oversight and Accountability Committee at the Rayburn House Office Building on June 11, 2024 in Washington, DC.

Jun 13, 2024

Biden’s nominee for Iraq ambassador vows to counter resurgent ISIS

The career diplomat emphasized the role of economic development and good governance in combating the terrorist group.

Ambassador Tracey Jacobson makes Independence Day remarks on May 13, 2022, at the US Embassy in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Israel | Jun 4, 2024

House passes ICC sanctions bill, setting up showdown for Biden and Democrats

After passing the House with bipartisan support, the bill responding to a requested arrest warrant for Netanyahu now heads to the Senate.

International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Khan speaks during a press conference at the San Carlos Palace in Bogota, on April 25, 2024.

Palestine | Jun 3, 2024

Could US Congress vote shut down Gaza pier permanently?

A special resolution that gives Congress power over the use of US armed forces abroad could force Democrats to vote on Biden’s handling of the conflict and aid to Gaza

Palestinians walk past a jetty in Gaza City with a view of navy vessels off the coast as part of a humanitarian "maritime corridor" announced by US Central Command, amid the ongoing conflict in the Gaza Strip between Israel and Hamas, May 17, 2024.

Israel | May 22, 2024

New US bill advances, creates ‘double standard’ for Israel weapons sales

Nine Democrats supported the bill that Republicans say stops the president from "circumventing congressional intent."

Capitol Police Officers gather on the steps of the House of Representatives ahead of a protest by Congressional aides advocating for a cease-fire in the war between Israel and Hamas at the U.S. Capitol on May 16, 2024 in Washington, DC.

Israel | May 16, 2024

House passes bill to force Biden to lift bomb shipment pause to Israel

A bill that would mandate sending military aid to Israel passed with the support of 16 Democrats, but Biden is expected to veto it.

Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-LA) calls on the Senate to take up the Israel Security Assistance Support Act during a news conference.

Israel | May 9, 2024

Analysis

Can Republicans in Congress punish ICC if it issues Israel arrest warrants?

“Target Israel and we will target you,” lawmakers warn prosecutor Karim Khan, as the court reportedly prepares to indict the Israeli prime minister and other Israeli officials.

International Criminal Court Prosecutor Karim Khan looks on during an interview with AFP at the Cour d'Honneur of the Palais Royal in Paris on Feb. 7, 2024.

Gulf | Apr 20, 2023

Analysis

In UAE, Brazil’s Lula looks east for climate investments, peace brokering

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva looks to exert Brazil's power in a geopolitical landscape that has significantly shifted since he last held office.