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You should call House members ‘representatives,’ because that’s what they are − not ‘congressmen’ or ‘congresswomen’

For most of the nation’s history, members of the U.S. House of Representatives have been addressed as “Congressman” or “Congresswoman.” By contrast, a senator is referred to as, well, “Senator.”

The Conversation

Fuel efficiency standards secured in Labor-Greens deal

A political deal on offshore gas projects has paved the way for new vehicle standards, with cars and utes sold from 2025 to have stricter conditions attached.

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Trump Supports Vote To Kill Motion To Vacate In House

Former President Trump supports unity in the GOP, praises Marjorie Taylor Greene, and warns against disunity within the party.

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House Votes To Keep Speaker Mike Johnson In Position

Bipartisan decision in the House of Representatives to table resolution, allowing Speaker Mike Johnson to retain position.

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Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene Booed For Motion To Remove Speaker

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's motion to remove Speaker Mike Johnson sparked tensions and divisions in the House, reflecting broader political dynamics.

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"Antisemitism Awareness Act of 2023" (Which Just Passed the House) Could Suppress First-Amendment-Protected Criticism of Israel

HR6090, which passed the House of Representatives Wednesday by a 320-91 vote, would provide, in relevant part, For purposes of this Act, the term "definition of antisemitism"— (1) means the definition of antisemitism adopted on May 26, 2016, by the IHRA [International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance], of which the United States…

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Republican Rep. Greene Pushes Vote To Oust House Speaker

Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's move to challenge House Speaker Mike Johnson's leadership causes division within the GOP.

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Aid for war: On the United States Senate and aid package

The fact that the omnibus aid bills package was passed with such strength in the Upper Chamber of Congress constitutes a key win for Joe Biden

The Hindu

US Rushes Ammo, Key Military Supplies To Ukraine

The United States on Wednesday rushed to send ammunition, weapons and other war supplies to Ukraine, after President Joe Biden signed a much-delayed bill to support the country as it struggles to hold back Russian advances.

International Business Times

US President Signs Bill To Provide New Aid For Ukraine

US President Joe Biden on Wednesday signed legislation authorizing $61 billion in military aid for Ukraine, with the Pentagon quickly announcing a new $1 billion package headed for Kyiv, featuring desperately needed air defense and artillery munitions.

International Business Times

"Ungovernable": How Republicans willingly gave up their power in the House of Representatives

Republicans blew years of potential authority by weak leaders surrendering to keep power.

Axios

Democrats Support House Speaker Johnson Amid Controversy

House Democrats offer support to Speaker Johnson amidst party tensions, adding complexity to Washington's political landscape.

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Bill To Ban TikTok In US Moves Ahead In Congress

The US House of Representatives approved a bill Saturday that would force the wildly popular social media app TikTok to divest from its Chinese parent company ByteDance or be shut out of the American market.

International Business Times

Bill to ban TikTok in US moves ahead in Congress

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Israeli Foreign Minister Thanks US House For Aid Package

Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz expresses gratitude for US House passing aid package to Israel, hopes for strong bipartisan support in Senate.

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House Passes .4 Billion Israel Security Supplemental Package

House of Representatives passes Israel Security Supplemental providing .4 billion aid for defense and humanitarian support to Israel.

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US House passes bill that could lead to total TikTok ban

Bill – with updated language that extends deadline to a year for ByteDance to divest of TikTok – to go before Senate next week

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House Passes Indo-Pacific Security Supplemental Bill With Overwhelming Bipartisan Support

The House of Representatives passed the Indo-Pacific Security Supplemental bill with bipartisan support, allocating funds for countering China and supporti...

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International Business Times

X Owner Musk Says Opposed To US Ban Of Competitor TikTok

Elon Musk on Friday came out against banning TikTok in the United States, even if it would mean less competition for his social media platform X, formerly Twitter, as the initiative sees fresh bipartisan momentum in Congress.

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House To Vote On B Foreign Aid Proposal

House of Representatives faces crucial vote on billion foreign aid proposal, highlighting bipartisan support and GOP opposition.

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Apple Removes WhatsApp, Threads From China App Store On Beijing's Order

The move comes as the House of Representatives is gearing up for a vote on a bill, which would compel the Chinese internet company ByteDance to divest its popular video app TikTok, or else face a ban in the U.S.

The Guardian - US

Michigan special elections flip control of lower chamber in Democrats’ favor

Restored trifecta could allow Democrats to pass laws protecting voting rights and election administration

The Guardian - AU

Iran attack puts pressure on US House speaker to pass aid bill for Israel and Ukraine

Mike Johnson has said he will aim to advance legislation to support Israel but has not clarified whether Ukraine funding will form part of package

Latin Times

Republicans Push to Strip George Santos' Privileges as Former Member of Congress

The initiative comes after Santos attended Biden's last SOTU address. He is also running in an incoming election

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House GOP leaders plan to take up Israel aid after Iran attack

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise said the chamber will consider legislation to support Israel after Iran launched dozens of drones toward Israel late Saturday night.

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