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GOP budget blueprint adopted in House as Senate resists

The House adopted a GOP-backed budget resolution along party lines Wednesday, taking a critical first step toward passing a $95 billion reconciliation package focused mostly on the Iran war. The vote on the fiscal 2027 budget blueprint was 216-214, with only two Republicans — Reps. Thomas Massie of Kentucky and…

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Congressional stock-trading bill passes the House

Lawmakers took a step Wednesday toward reining in their own stock trading, a move Republicans hope will burnish Congress’ image as they head home for an extended August break. In a mostly party-line 232-198 vote, the House passed a GOP-led bill that would bar members of Congress, their spouses and…

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Can the GOP trifecta meet their ‘mandate’ moment?

When Republicans won in 2024, they promised to use their coveted trifecta to deliver on an “unprecedented and powerful mandate” for President Donald Trump’s agenda. With few legislative days left ahead of midterms, some argue they should have done more. It’s left some lawmakers questioning the effectiveness of their red…

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US House Speaker Backs Sweeping Ban on Lawmakers Sleeping With Congressional Staff

House Speaker Mike Johnson backs sweeping ban on lawmakers sleeping with staff, expanding ethics rules and intensifying calls for tougher misconduct protections on Capitol Hill.

International Business Times UK

Independent voters have been skeptical of Trump’s election claims

Independent voters’ skepticism of Donald Trump’s baseless claims about the 2020 presidential race and his contention that American elections are not secure are contributing to a broader trend of the key voting bloc abandoning the president ahead of November’s midterms. Multiple polls conducted in recent weeks show independents continue to…

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House spending push

Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., is trying this week to adopt a budget resolution and pass the annual defense authorization bill and stopgap spending measure. CQ Roll Call’s Aris Folley and Jacob Fulton join guest host Aidan Quigley to discuss the prospects of the continuing resolution and the budget resolution in…

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Trump Presidency Liability: How MAGA Influencers Are Derailing the House GOP Agenda

MAGA influencers now threaten Trump's political agenda by creating a parallel power structure, disrupting legislative processes, and selling access to Trump's inner circle.

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How Congress is losing its path(s)

Hoping for a few final wins before the midterms, Republicans are going for reconciliation — again. That’s partly because other legislative paths to President Donald Trump’s desk are disappearing. They’ll spend a good chunk of this week on plans for a third round of the filibuster-proof budget process, this time…

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MAGA influencer class breaks White House

Republicans are now paying the price for a government run by clout chasers

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Republicans control Congress, so why is Trump’s SAVE America Act stuck?

President Donald Trump’s obsession with unfounded claims of election fraud has defined his second term in office. But in recent months his fixation has moved from executive nominee litmus tests and executive orders reinforcing proof of citizenship to vote into legislation – dragging Congress into the fray.

The Conversation

Trump speech lays groundwork for him to tamper with midterm results, critics warn

Democrats and advocates sound alarm at Trump rehashing false claims about 2020 election in his primetime address

The Guardian - US

Wrapup: Congress’ July sprint off to a stumbling start

Republican leaders laid the groundwork for a final dash to pass partisan legislative priorities before August recess. But if this week was any indication, it won’t be an easy run. First, Washington was struck by the sudden death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., on July 11. Moving quickly, South Carolina…

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What is SAVE America Act? Here's all about Trump's plan to overhaul voting in America

Save America Act What is it? A Republican-backed bill, the SAVE America Act, mandates citizenship proof for registration and photo ID for voting. This legislation has passed the House but faces Senate filibuster challenges and requires bipartisan support. Supporters claim it enhances election security and restores public confidence in the…

The Economic Times

House Republicans resurrect Save America Act by adding it to spending bill

Effort is latest attempt to pass bill that seeks to ban mail-in ballots and imposes voter identification requirements

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Where has all the FISA fire gone?

Congress let a key spy power lapse over a month ago. In the few legislative days left ahead of August recess, lawmakers don’t appear to be in any rush to change that. Discussions in the House have stalled as they wait for the Senate to move — even though Speaker…

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Mike Johnson Says Pentagon Wants $350 Billion To Fight 'Communism On Our Own Shores' And Much Of The Request Is Classified

House Speaker Mike Johnson proposes a £261 billion defence funding boost, with details largely classified. The request, tied to domestic and global threats, faces scrutiny over its secrecy and scope.

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White House lobbies skeptical Republicans on reconciliation bill

Vice President JD Vance and White House aides waged a full-court press on Capitol Hill Wednesday, urging House Republicans to rally behind a $95 billion reconciliation package that would fund the Iran war, farm aid and voter ID measures. The House Budget Committee plans to mark up a fiscal 2027…

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SAVE America Act Could Force 69 Million Married Women to Prove Their Name to Vote, Experts Warn

House Republicans have tied the SAVE America Act to a must-pass spending bill, reviving warnings that 69 million married women could face new hurdles to prove they are eligible to vote.

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The Independent UK

Mike Johnson says he knows nothing about ICE killing man in Maine

Mike Johnson said that he knows nothing about the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) shooting in Maine as he’s “been a little busy”.

International Business Times UK

Speaker Mike Johnson Defends $350 Billion Pentagon Request: 'Fighting Communism on Our Own Shores' — Who's Paying?

US House Speaker Mike Johnson defends a £270 billion Pentagon budget request, citing the need to combat domestic and global threats, amidst intense scrutiny and debate over national security expenditure.

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Johnson appeases holdouts and unfreezes House floor

Speaker Mike Johnson narrowly freed the floor from another standstill Tuesday — but it’s not clear how long the good feeling will last. The House adopted a rule for floor debate in a 215-211 vote after GOP leaders won over key holdouts by promising a markup of border security legislation…

Benzinga

Trump Is 'Cheerleading' September Government Shutdown Over SAVE Act, Chuck Schumer Says

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) accused President Donald Trump of supporting a potential September government shutdown to pressure Republicans into passing the SAVE Act, which Democrats say could limit voting access ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

International Business Times UK

Boosie Badazz Paid MAGA Operative $600K for a Trump Pardon They Never Delivered

Rapper Boosie Badazz is in a legal battle to recover $300K from lobbyists after spending $600K on a failed attempt to secure a Trump pardon for a federal gun charge.

International Business Times UK

Home Prices Reach Highest Level In American History As Trump Declares 'Unimportance' Of Affordability Bill

US home prices have reached record highs, with President Trump dismissing a bipartisan bill aimed at addressing affordability, creating a political flashpoint ahead of midterm elections.

The Guardian - US

‘Hakeem Jeffries’ office is sweating’: Ex-GOP speaker’s aide predicts leftwing pressure for Democrats

John Leganski, a longtime aide to Kevin McCarthy, recounts how far-right Republicans brought down speaker

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