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House GOP Cancels Iran War Powers Vote for Second Day in a Row
The cancellation comes just after four GOP senators joined Democrats to pass a Senate war powers resolution.
Trump Admin’s “Rededicate 250” Event Panned as Christian Nationalist Gathering
Instead of appearing in person at the event he widely promoted, the president reportedly spent the day golfing.
May 1 Marks a Crucial “War Powers” Deadline for Trump’s War in Iran
Trump can seek a 30-day extension, but would have to show Congress that the war is an “unavoidable military necessity.”
Speaker Johnson Defends Ogles, Fine, Amid Calls to Condemn Islamophobic Rhetoric
Johnson also peddled anti-Muslim conspiracy theories to explain why he wouldn't criticize his colleagues.
Johnson: US Must Wage War With Iran Because of Its “Misguided Religion”
Johnson, Rubio, and Hegseth have made openly Islamophobic comments in remarks advocating for the war.
House Passes Bill to End Partial Government Shutdown, Sends Measure to Trump
The package provides two more weeks of DHS funding, setting up an immigration enforcement debate.
Mike Johnson Claims This Year Was a Productive One for Congress
A poll published this month found that only 17 percent of Americans give Congress a positive approval rating.
4 House Republicans Join Democrats to Force Vote on ACA Tax Credits Extension
Millions of Americans' health insurance premiums could double if the credits aren't renewed by the end of this year.
House GOP Blocks Vote on ACA Tax Credits as Premium Hike Deadline Looms
ACA health exchange participants who receive a tax credit will see premium costs increase by 114 percent, on average.
After Gutting Medicaid and SNAP, Mike Johnson Touts $901B Military Budget Plan
The bill would authorize $8 billion more in US military spending than Trump asked for in his 2026 budget request.