The Latest Breaking News from House of Representatives

Thailand’s Paetongtarn Shinawatra sworn in as PM after royal sign-off

The economy in the divided country will be the new young leader’s ‘bread and butter’ issue, analysts say.

Al Jazeera · Aug 18, 2024

Thai Lawmakers Elect Shinawatra Heiress As PM

Paetongtarn Shinawatra -- the youngest leader in Thailand's history as a constitutional monarchy and the second woman premier after her aunt Yingluck -- assumes office after two court rulings that threw the kingdom's politics into turmoil.

International Business Times · Aug 16, 2024

Ohio’s 9th Congressional District Race: Kaptur Vs. Merrin Key In House Control Battle‌ ‌

Incumbent Marcy Kaptur faces a tough challenge from Derek Merrin in a high-stakes showdown for pivotal House seat.‌

Zenger · Aug 15, 2024

The AEC has redrawn the boundaries for federal seats. How will this affect the next election?

Redistributions are held to keep the number of enrolled voters in each seat roughly equal. In Australia, this equal population per seat is possible for a particular state or territory’s seats, but not for all seats in the House of Representatives.

The Conversation · Jun 19, 2024

DJI drone ban passes in U.S. House — 'Countering CCP Drones Act' would ban all DJI sales in U.S. if passed in Senate

The Countering CCP Drones Act, a part of the U.S.'s 2025 annual defense spending act, has passed in the House of Representatives. A successful passage through the Senate in the coming weeks would ban all DJI sales in the U.S.

Tom’s Hardware · Jun 16, 2024

New Jersey Rep. Rob Menendez wins tight Democratic primary and gets close to reelection

The lawmaker faced unexpected complications after his father was charged with bribery and his opponent outraised him in the campaign

Latin Times · Jun 5, 2024

GOP-Led House Passes Bill To Sanction ICC Over Israel Arrest Warrants

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill to impose sanctions on the ICC following its arrest warrants against Israeli officials.

International Business Times · Jun 5, 2024

US Lawmakers Seek To Clean Up Crypto Regulation 'Food Fight'

The US House of Representatives on Wednesday adopted a bill that would create a new legal framework for digital currencies, in a move cheered by crypto supporters but opposed by consumer groups who say it fails to protect investors.

International Business Times · May 22, 2024

US Republicans Confront Biden Over Pausing Arms To Israel

The Republican-led US House of Representatives voted Thursday to force President Joe Biden to end his hold on high-payload bombs approved for Israel but blocked over concerns about their use in Gaza.

International Business Times · May 16, 2024

House of Representatives chamber at Old Parliament House gets a facelift

Arts Minister Tony Burke on Monday night officially reopened the chamber.

The Canberra Times · May 14, 2024