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newrepublic.compolitics3 days ago
House Republican leaders plan early adjournment for second consecutive week
House Republican leaders intend to adjourn the chamber early for the second week in a row. The move follows repeated blocks on floor action by GOP members on Tuesday.
theconversation.comworld4 days ago
House Votes 420-0 to Disclose Taxpayer-Funded Sexual Misconduct Settlements
The House approved a resolution Tuesday requiring the Ethics Committee to release records on sexual harassment settlements paid with taxpayer dollars. Rep. Thomas Massie introduced the measure, which passed with one member voting present.
sbs.com.auworld4 days ago
Democratic lawmaker urges colleague to disclose future medical absences
A Democratic representative expressed sympathy for a Republican colleague's depression while calling for greater transparency about extended absences. The remarks followed the colleague's floor statement explaining a prolonged medical leave that caused him to miss 135 votes.
opindia.compolitics4 days ago
Representative Tom Kean Jr. Scheduled to Address Congress After 116-Day Absence
Representative Tom Kean Jr. is set to speak at the Capitol to explain his extended absence from Congress. The speech follows months without public statements from the representative.
The Japan Timesworld10 days ago
Japan's Lower House Committee Begins Debate on Flag Desecration Bill
The Cabinet Committee of the House of Representatives opened substantive discussions on legislation that would impose up to two years in prison or fines of up to ¥200,000 for publicly damaging the national flag in ways causing extreme public discomfort. The bill was jointly submi…
The Hillpolitics16 days ago
Cook Political Report shifts seven House races toward Democrats
The nonpartisan Cook Political Report moved seven House races toward Democrats on Thursday. Six of the seats are currently held by Republicans and one by a Democrat.
Washington Examinerpolitics22 days ago
House Republican opposes effort to expunge Trump impeachments
A retiring House member said a symbolic vote to erase the two impeachments would not be well received and urged focus on other priorities. The proposal gained attention after documents were declassified in April.
New York Postpolitics31 days ago
House Speaker Says He Knows Reason for Rep. Tom Kean Jr. Absence
House Speaker Mike Johnson stated he knows the health issue keeping Rep. Tom Kean Jr. from Congress but will not disclose details. Kean has missed votes since March 5 and said he expects to return within weeks.
upi.comworld41 days ago
Representative 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.
680news.comworld43 days ago
House Rejects Amended Bill for Smithsonian American Women's History Museum
The House of Representatives voted 216 to 204 against legislation to advance construction of the Smithsonian's American Women's History Museum. Democrats withdrew support after Republicans added language requiring the museum to present only biological women.
axios.compolitics44 days ago
House Members Miss Multiple Roll Call Votes
Two House members have missed dozens of votes in recent months. One Democrat has not voted since April 17 and one Republican has not voted since March 5. Both offices cited medical issues.
abcnews.go.compolitics45 days ago
House Representative Keith Flores Abstains on Vice President Sara Duterte Impeachment Vote
Bukidnon 2nd District Representative Keith Flores abstained from the May 11 House vote on articles of impeachment against Vice President Sara Duterte. Flores, one of 11 prosecutors on the panel, said personal, political, and constituent considerations influenced his decision.
theconversation.compolitics46 days ago
House Panel Assigns Prosecutors to Four Articles in Sara Duterte Impeachment Trial
The House prosecution panel in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte held its first joint press conference on May 19, 2026, and announced which lawmakers will lead each of the four articles of impeachment.
newsone.compolitics52 days ago
House Petition Reaches Threshold to Force Vote on $1.3 Billion Ukraine Aid Bill
A petition to force a House vote on legislation providing $1.3 billion in aid to Ukraine has obtained the 218 signatures required under House rules. Representative Kevin Kiley, independent of California, provided the final signature. The vote could occur as soon as the end of May…
japantimes.co.jppolitics53 days ago
House Impeaches Vice President Sara Duterte for the Second Time
The Philippine House of Representatives voted 257-0 on May 11, 2026 to impeach Vice President Sara Duterte on allegations of unexplained wealth and misuse of funds. Duterte, who skipped every House justice committee hearing, was in The Hague visiting her detained father when the…
Rapplerpolitics54 days ago
House to Deliberate and Vote on Second Impeachment Complaint Against Vice President Sara Duterte
Plenary deliberations and a vote on the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte are scheduled for Monday, May 11 2026. The House has secured at least 215 votes to advance the case, exceeding the constitutional threshold. Four articles of impeachment cite alleged misuse of fund…
foxnews.compolitics56 days ago
Republicans Gain Eight Seats on Election Maps Ahead of November
Republicans are eight seats closer to retaining control of the House following changes to election maps. The adjustments make it more difficult for Democrats to secure a majority in the November elections. The Washington Post reported the developments in its coverage of redistric…
rediff.compolitics66 days ago
Congress Works to Renew Surveillance Law Following House Passage
The House of Representatives approved a measure to renew a surveillance law after Republicans addressed internal opposition. The bill now moves to the Senate, where proposed changes may delay its passage beyond an upcoming Friday deadline. This development occurs as the current l…
japantimes.co.jppolitics66 days ago
House Justice Committee Conducts Fourth Impeachment Hearing on Vice President Sara Duterte
The House justice committee convened its fourth public hearing on the impeachment complaint against Vice President Sara Duterte on April 29, 2026, focusing on alleged death threats. The National Bureau of Investigation provided findings from its probe. A vote on probable cause co…
japantimes.co.jppolitics68 days ago
House of Representatives Advances Impeachment Process Against Vice President Sara Duterte
The House of Representatives in the Philippines is moving forward with impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte. The justice committee may vote on probable cause by April 29, 2026, with a potential plenary vote before the end of May. This could lead to a Senate…
Rapplerworld69 days ago
Martin Romualdez Addresses Corruption Allegations in Video
Former House speaker Martin Romualdez addressed the camera on April 21, 2026, denying corruption allegations amid building pressure from the Ombudsman. Rappler reporter Dwight de Leon reviewed and annotated the video, providing context to the claims. The article was published on…
thenation.compolitics72 days ago
Super PACs Linked to House Leadership Announce Over $400 Million in Midterm Ad Reservations
Two super PACs associated with Republican and Democratic House leadership have announced ad reservations exceeding $400 million for the midterm elections. The announcements come as both parties aim to secure the House majority this fall. One of the groups, House Majority PAC, is…
upi.compolitics73 days ago
Virginia Voters Approve Mid-Decade Redistricting Amendment
Virginia voters narrowly approved a constitutional amendment on April 21, 2026, allowing mid-decade congressional redistricting that bypasses a bipartisan commission. The plan could help Democrats gain up to four additional U.S. House seats in the November midterms. The state Sup…
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Philippine Court Issues Hold Order on Former Speaker Martin Romualdez Amid Corruption Allegations
A Philippine anti-graft court has approved a precautionary hold departure order against former House Speaker Martin Romualdez, preventing him from leaving the country. The order follows allegations of his involvement in a kickback scheme related to flood control projects valued a…
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Democratic Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick Resigns from Congress Ahead of Ethics Hearing
Florida Democratic Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned from the U.S. House of Representatives on April 21, 2026, shortly before a scheduled House Ethics Committee hearing on sanctions. She faced 25 ethics violations and a federal indictment for stealing $5 million in FEMA fu…
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The White House from Washington, DC / Wikimedia (Public domain)world74 days ago
Ombudsman Seeks to Block Former House Speaker's Medical Trip Abroad
The Ombudsman has requested a court order to prevent former House speaker Martin Romualdez from traveling to Singapore for a medical procedure. No such order has been issued yet, and Romualdez received travel clearance from the House. He faces potential plunder charges related to…
upi.compolitics74 days ago
Virginia Schedules Special Election on Redistricting Amendment
Virginia voters will decide on a proposed constitutional amendment for redistricting in a special election on Tuesday. Republicans criticize the measure as unfair, potentially shifting the state's congressional balance heavily toward Democrats. Democrats defend it as a response t…
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Analilia Mejia Sworn In to Replace Mikie Sherrill in House
Rep. Analilia Mejia (D-NJ) was sworn in to complete Gov. Mikie Sherrill's term in New Jersey's 11th Congressional District. Mejia won a special election on April 16 with 59.5% of the vote against Republican Joe Hathaway. The two candidates are expected to compete again in Novembe…
rediff.compolitics79 days ago
House Speaker Johnson Negotiates FISA Extension Amid GOP Divisions
House Speaker Mike Johnson is working to secure votes for reauthorizing Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. A procedural vote was delayed as negotiations continue with Republican holdouts. Options for short-term extensions are under discussion to allow time…