Tag: House of Representatives
New bill that would effectively ban TikTok in US passes House
The bill would ban TikTok in the U.S. unless the social media platform's parent company, ByteDance, divests its holdings.
House rejects standalone Israel aid bill amid progressive opposition and humanitarian...
The failure of the Israel aid bill in the House came amidst broader legislative struggles to pass critical foreign aid.
House passes PRESS Act advancing press freedoms
If passed, the federal law would prohibit the government from compelling journalists and telecommunication providers to disclose sources and work product.
US House votes to expel George Santos
Rep. Santos faces a 23-count federal indictment that includes campaign finance crimes.
GOP ‘political arsonists’ get their man: McCarthy ousted in historic House...
The 216-210 vote to remove McCarthy (R-Calif.) came after his allies failed to come up with enough votes to table the motion to vacate.
‘The people have spoken’: Both expelled Tennessee Democrats win back their...
"This is only the beginning for this movement."
‘On what planet is that fiscally responsible?’ GOP spending cuts would...
"Even by the low standards of Congress in 2023, it's shocking how quickly House Republicans ripped up their end of the bargain that steered the country clear of default last month."
House GOP panel releases budget that would ‘destroy Social Security as...
"The largest group of House Republicans just released a budget that calls for massive tax cuts for the super-rich and raising the Social Security retirement age, a benefit cut for millions of Americans."
‘MAGA economic sabotage’: 217 House Republicans pass debt ceiling bill with...
"Republicans just passed a bill that would kill jobs, take away federal benefits for millions, and make everyday life for Americans more expensive. This is completely unworkable."
Can careening House misfits double down what made Trump unelectable—and dodge...
How do two failed House years, after the wildly absurd kick-off, not wreck the right, not the left?
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How Summer Lee’s landslide victory defies billionaire influence in politics
In a resounding rejection of billionaire-funded opposition, U.S. Rep. Summer Lee secures a primary win, highlighting a growing resistance against corporate and dark money in American politics.
Shock and awe at UT Austin as state troopers in riot gear quash student...
An aggressive show of force by Texas state troopers raises questions about the right to peaceful assembly, as students at the University of Texas at Austin face riot gear and arrests during a Gaza solidarity protest.
Global military spending hits record $2.4 trillion amidst rising conflicts
As conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza intensify, world powers led by the US ramp up military expenditures, sparking debate over global security priorities and economic consequences.
10 times as much of this toxic pesticide could end up on your tomatoes...
Did the chemical industry helped fashion EPA’s testing strategy?
Trump faces contempt charges over gag order violations
In a contentious courtroom showdown, former President Donald Trump may face criminal contempt charges as he's accused of flouting a judicial gag order, casting a spotlight on his ongoing legal battles.