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Washington ExaminerJustice Department to Review Letter on Washington Nationals and Pitcher
The Justice Department said it received a letter from Rep. Lauren Boebert and will evaluate next steps regarding allegations involving the Washington Nationals. The team denied the claims and said an employee's recorded comments do not reflect its policies.
foxnews.comEndorsement Issued for Candidate in Nevada Congressional Race
A statement posted on a social media platform endorsed a candidate for Nevada's 2nd Congressional District. The post highlighted the candidate's background and policy positions.
thehindu.comCongress Drafts Funds for Containerized Navy HELIOS Laser
An early House draft of the 2027 National Defense Authorization Act adds $7.5 million for containerized laser directed-energy weapons. The measure targets the existing 60-kilowatt HELIOS system and a separate Maritime High Energy Laser Weapon System.
The Boston GlobeCalifornia Representative Seeks Federal Ban on Mid-Decade Redistricting
Rep. Kevin Kiley is pursuing legislation to prohibit mid-decade congressional redistricting while running in a newly drawn Sacramento-area district. The measure uses a discharge petition after House leadership declined to advance it.
fortune.comHouse Republicans stall on immigration enforcement funding bill
A roughly $70 billion measure to fund immigration enforcement through the end of President Donald Trump's term stalled in the House. Progress halted over White House ballroom security funding and a proposed $1.8 billion fund for government-mistreatment claims.
thegatewaypundit.comFormer Attorney General Bondi to Give Closed Interview on Epstein Files
Pam Bondi will appear before the House Oversight Committee on Friday in a closed transcribed interview about the Justice Department's handling of Jeffrey Epstein files. Several Epstein survivors, including Canadian Sharlene Rochard, plan to attend outside the hearing room.
abcnews.go.comPhilippine Congressman Joel Chua Assigned to Lead Impeachment Article on Vice President Sara Duterte
Manila 3rd District Representative Joel Chua will lead the prosecution team on the misuse of confidential funds article against Vice President Sara Duterte. Rappler Talk will air an interview with Chua on Friday, May 29, at 5 pm.
dailywire.comHouse Draft Defense Bill Sets $1.15 Trillion Baseline Spending
The initial House draft of the 2027 National Defense Authorization Act allocates $1.15 trillion in baseline defense funds. The Pentagon requested $1.5 trillion, leaving a $350 billion gap that would require separate reconciliation legislation.
alternet.orgMayor Considers Endorsing Democratic Socialist in House Primary
The mayor is evaluating support for a democratic socialist candidate running against Representative Adriano Espaillat in an Upper Manhattan congressional primary. The move would reverse an earlier pledge to back the incumbent.
NewsweekHouse Delays Vote on Resolution Limiting Military Action in Iran
House Republicans postponed a vote on a measure that would have required withdrawal of U.S. forces from Iran. The delay follows internal party divisions over presidential authority and the 1973 War Powers Resolution.
Washington ExaminerRep. Al Green loses Democratic primary runoff in Texas
Rep. Al Green was defeated Tuesday night by Rep. Christian Menefee in an incumbent-versus-incumbent runoff for the Democratic nomination. Green had been censured by the House in March 2025 after interrupting President Trump during a joint address to Congress.
crooksandliars.comCongressional Candidate Discusses Campaign Approach on News Program
A Democratic candidate for Congress from New York described his campaign strategy during a television interview. The appearance covered multiple political topics including primary results and policy positions.
Washington ExaminerEx-wife files motion to dismiss congressman's defamation lawsuit
Emily Moreno moved on Wednesday to dismiss a defamation suit filed earlier this month by her ex-husband, Rep. Max Miller. The motion cites Ohio's Uniform Public Expression Protection Act and the one-year statute of limitations.
nypost.comPelosi criticizes Chakrabarti in San Francisco congressional race interview
Nancy Pelosi said she had never met candidate Saikat Chakrabarti and questioned his community involvement. The remarks came during a radio interview about the race to succeed her in Congress.
crooksandliars.comRedistricting Effort Moves Millions of Americans Into New Congressional Districts
A redistricting push ahead of the November elections has placed millions of voters in new districts. The process continues in multiple states.
news.ycombinator.comFormer Attorney General Appears on Capitol Hill During Cancer Treatment
Pam Bondi attended a congressional hearing while recovering from recent thyroid cancer surgery. She addressed questions about past professional connections during the session.
newser.comTexas lawmaker loses primary runoff after redistricting places two Democrats in same district
A Democratic representative from Texas was defeated in a primary runoff election held Tuesday. The incumbent had previously been removed from the House chamber during a presidential address and later censured.
yna.co.krLawmakers Push to Maintain Funding for Cybersecurity Agency
Republican and Democratic members of Congress have opposed proposed reductions to the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency. The agency has lost roughly one-third of its staff since January 2025 through layoffs and reassignments.
english.radio.czLawmakers Say $174,000 Salaries Lag Inflation, Cite Need for Stock Trading
Congress members' base pay has not kept pace with inflation, according to statements reported by MoneyWise. Officials indicated that trading activity supplements income for some lawmakers.
rte.ieDemocrat Johnny Garcia Wins Texas 35th District Primary
NBC News projects Democrat Johnny Garcia defeated Maureen Galindo in the Texas 35th Congressional District primary. The district was redrawn by Republicans and stretches from Austin to San Antonio.
NprTexas Primary Runoffs Set November General Election Matchups
Runoff results established candidates for the U.S. Senate and several House seats. The outcomes followed redistricting and endorsements by President Trump.
Fox NewsColin Allred Wins Democratic Nomination in Texas 33rd District Runoff
Former Rep. Colin Allred defeated Rep. Julie Johnson in a Texas Democratic primary runoff for the newly drawn 33rd House district. Allred secured the nomination and is expected to return to Congress in the deep-blue seat.
Fox NewsFormer Lawmaker Wins Democratic Runoff for Texas House Seat
Colin Allred defeated Representative Julie Johnson in a Texas Democratic primary runoff for a newly redrawn Dallas-area House district. The winner is expected to prevail in the November general election in the deep-blue seat.
Fox NewsTrump-Backed Air Force Veteran Wins GOP Runoff in Texas House District
Carlos de la Cruz defeated state lawmaker John Lujan in a Republican primary runoff for a newly redrawn congressional district stretching from Austin to San Antonio. The race drew national attention because of the candidate's family ties and the district's political shift.
abcnews.go.comHouse Oversight Chairman Opens Investigation Into Prediction Market Trading
House Oversight Chairman James Comer announced an investigation into whether traders on prediction markets used nonpublic information to profit. The inquiry follows reporting by FOX.
The HillHouse NDAA draft would limit troop cuts and delay battleship plans
House Republicans released a draft defense policy bill Tuesday that would maintain limits on troop movements from Europe and South Korea. The measure also bars construction of a new class of battleship until the Navy demonstrates required technology.
dailykos.comNew Jersey Representative Reports 13 Stock Trades While Absent From House Votes
Rep. Thomas Kean Jr. has not voted in the House since March 5 but filed disclosures showing 13 stock trades completed since March 10. The filings list transactions in five companies and were signed May 22.
ReasonHouse Passes Housing Bill Removing Build-to-Rent Sale Requirement
The House approved a version of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act that eliminates a Senate provision requiring large investors to sell purpose-built single-family rental communities. The bill retains a limit on investor ownership of existing single-family homes and several sup…
Nbc NewsTexas Holds Primary Runoff Elections as Trump Endorsements Face Test
Voters in Texas went to the polls for state primary runoff elections. The contests serve as another measure of President Trump's endorsement influence in Republican races.
msnbc.comSenate postpones vote on $70 billion budget package
Republican senators postponed action on a roughly $70 billion budget package that includes funding for immigration enforcement. The delay followed objections to a proposed $1.776 billion compensation fund and a separate $1 billion security allocation.
The HillLawmaker accuses officials of withholding Epstein files
A Republican lawmaker said two senior Justice Department officials violated the law by withholding millions of Epstein-related documents. The comments came during a television interview and referenced an act requiring disclosure.
japantimes.co.jpNew Jersey Republican Representative Traded Stocks During Two-Month Absence From Congress
Financial disclosures show the representative bought and sold shares of eight stocks between March 10 and March 31. The representative has missed every House roll call vote since March 5 due to an undisclosed illness.
Washington ExaminerCongressional Black Caucus Urges Companies to Oppose Republican Redistricting Plans
The caucus sent letters to more than 250 corporations asking them to condemn efforts in several states to eliminate majority-Black congressional districts. Lawmakers tied the redistricting changes to weakened voting rights following a Supreme Court ruling.
Los Angeles TimesFederal Court Blocks Alabama Plan for New Congressional Districts
A three-judge panel ruled Tuesday that Alabama must continue using a court-ordered map with two majority-Black districts for the 2026 midterms. The decision prevents the state from switching to a Republican-backed map that included only one such district.
financialpost.comTexas Democrat advances to runoff despite party criticism over Israel remarks
Maureen Galindo placed first in the March 3 primary for Texas' 35th Congressional District. She will face Johnny Garcia in a May 26 runoff after her comments drew condemnation from Democratic leaders.
Federal Judge Rules Congressional Pay Freeze Unconstitutional
A federal judge ruled that members of Congress cannot block their own cost-of-living pay adjustments. Lawmakers have continued efforts to prevent the increases despite the decision.
foxnews.comLawmaker Negotiates Bipartisan AI Agreement While Seeking Leadership Role
A member of Congress is holding talks with Republicans on artificial intelligence policy. The same lawmaker is also pursuing a higher position within the Democratic leadership.
nypost.comCongressional Black Caucus and NAACP Urge Athletes to Avoid SEC Schools Over Redistricting
The Congressional Black Caucus and NAACP launched the "Out of Bounds" campaign asking Black college athletes to avoid Southeastern Conference schools. The groups cite Republican redistricting plans that reduce majority-Black congressional districts. House Minority Leader Hakeem J…
Nbc NewsTelevision program discusses Iran talks and congressional races
A May 25 broadcast examined recent statements on Iran negotiations and featured interviews with three members of Congress. Segments also covered primary contests and other political developments.
Washington ExaminerSenate Leader Thune Faces Pushback From Fellow Republicans Over Trump Priorities
Senate Majority Leader John Thune dealt with multiple GOP defections last week on war powers and a proposed lawfare fund. The disputes come weeks after Trump publicly criticized Thune over stalled legislation.
foxnews.comRep. Thomas Massie Files For 2028 House Race After Primary Loss
Kentucky Republican Rep. Thomas Massie filed paperwork with the FEC to run for a House seat in 2028, less than a week after losing his primary. He received 45.1 percent of the vote against a Trump-backed challenger who received 54.9 percent.
bbc.co.ukSenator Tillis criticizes DOJ compensation fund as politically tone deaf
Senator Tillis increased criticism of a Department of Justice compensation fund, calling the program politically tone deaf. The remarks come amid ongoing debate over the fund's purpose and administration.
Washington ExaminerRep. Thomas Massie Files Paperwork for 2028 House Race
Rep. Thomas Massie filed Federal Election Commission paperwork Monday to seek reelection to Kentucky's 4th Congressional District in 2028. He said he has not decided which office he will pursue and left open the possibility of a presidential campaign.
thegatewaypundit.comSenator Bernie Moreno Sold Etoro Group Stock Valued Between $100,001 and $250,000
A May 22, 2026 filing shows Senator Bernie Moreno sold Etoro Group shares on May 6. The transaction was valued between $100,001 and $250,000. Shares traded at $40.85 with no change on the reporting date.
nbcnews.comGOP senators decline compensation from anti-weaponization fund
Several Republican senators whose phone records were subpoenaed said they will not seek payments from a $1.776 billion fund. The fund was created as part of a settlement resolving litigation over tax record disclosures.
Nbc NewsJewish Democrats Discuss Israel Policy at Washington Summit
Attendees at the Jewish Democratic Council of America Leadership Summit addressed shifting Democratic voter attitudes toward Israel. Speakers emphasized continued support for the U.S.-Israel relationship while distinguishing between Israeli government policies and the country its…
ksl.comRepublicans Prepare Legislation on $1.8 Billion Anti-Weaponization Fund
Senate Republicans are preparing amendments to address a $1.8 billion fund created last week as part of a legal settlement. The fund would allow individuals to seek damages if they believe they were targeted by the prior administration's Justice Department.
Washington ExaminerMassie attributes primary loss to bipartisan Epstein files effort
Rep. Thomas Massie lost his Republican primary in Kentucky's fourth district by nearly ten points. He linked the outcome to cross-party work on the Epstein Transparency Act and opposition to certain spending measures.
upi.comRepresentative Mike Lawler calls antisemitic conduct shameful in CBS interview
Rep. Mike Lawler stated on Face the Nation that people feeling it is acceptable to engage in antisemitic conduct is shameful. Lawler and Rep. Josh Gottheimer, both members of the House Problem Solvers Caucus, have worked on efforts addressing antisemitism in the United States.
dailywire.comDemocratic Senator Calls for Ending Justice Department Anti-Weaponization Fund
Sen. Chris Van Hollen said the Justice Department's anti-weaponization fund should be eliminated. He described the fund as corrupt during an interview on Face the Nation.
upi.comBipartisan Lawmakers Seek to Block Justice Department Fund
Co-chairs of the House Problem Solvers Caucus introduced legislation to prevent the Justice Department from disbursing payments from a newly created $1.8 billion fund. The measure would require congressional approval before any money is paid out.
nypost.comLawmakers Discuss Potential U.S.-Iran Deal and Antisemitism Rise
Representatives Josh Gottheimer and Mike Lawler addressed a possible U.S.-Iran agreement and congressional efforts on antisemitism during a May 24, 2026 interview. They offered differing assessments on whether reopening the Strait of Hormuz would meet initial U.S. objectives.
freepressjournal.inRepresentative Says He Will Not Rule Out 2028 Presidential Run
A member of Congress stated he would not rule out a presidential bid in 2028 after losing a primary election. The comments were made during a television interview days after the primary defeat.
Fox NewsTrump Advisors Criticize Pompeo and Cruz Over Iran Deal Comments
White House communications director Steven Cheung and other Trump advisors posted criticism of former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Sen. Ted Cruz on X. The posts responded to concerns the two raised about a possible Iran agreement.
washingtonpost.comHousing affordability concerns prompt congressional action
Public concern over housing costs has increased. Congress has begun work on related measures while the administration has not announced a specific housing initiative.
Washington ExaminerBill Would Create National Education Effort on Long-Term Care Planning
Legislation introduced by Rep. Tom Suozzi would establish a public education program on long-term care needs and costs. The measure aims to improve awareness before retirement age.
msnbc.comSenate Republicans Block Funding for Border Patrol and ICE
Senate Republicans declined to approve funding for Border Patrol and Immigration and Customs Enforcement before leaving for recess. The holdup stems from a new Justice Department compensation fund tied to January 6 cases.
tass.comRepublican Senators Criticize Reported 60-Day Ceasefire With Iran
Two Republican senators posted on X opposing a rumored 60-day ceasefire between the United States, Israel, and Iran. The senators said the pause would undermine recent military gains and shift regional power toward Iran.
thegatewaypundit.comSenate Delays Reconciliation Bill Over Anti-Weaponization Fund
The Senate set aside consideration of the reconciliation bill for several weeks after the president could not secure support for the Anti-Weaponization Fund. House leadership also postponed a vote on a War Powers Act resolution.
CoinDeskHouse Oversight Committee Opens Insider Trading Probe Into Prediction Markets
The House Oversight Committee is investigating Kalshi and Polymarket after concerns that government employees may have used nonpublic information to profit on event contracts. Chairman James Comer sent letters Friday requesting internal records on identity verification and tradin…