Congress in a standoff over budget as deadline approaches
Congress is heading toward a government shutdown at the end of the month, with both parties pointing fingers at each other and showing no signs of compromise. This week, members from both chambers are back in their districts after the House advanced a GOP funding proposal that the Senate promptly rejected. Senators are on break […]
McCaul intends to leave Congress, reflecting on two decades with the Republican Party.
Rep. Michael McCall’s Future After Congress Rep. Michael McCall, a Republican from Texas, recently shared his thoughts on the paths available for lawmakers as they conclude their time on Capitol Hill. He mentioned that there are basically four outcomes: “You can die, you can lose, get charged, and go out on—well, that’s door number four,” […]
Chinese messaging has even reached the halls of Congress.
On my first day as a Congressman in the US this January, I walked to my office on Capitol Hill and came across some surprising insights. Amongst the various American newspapers available at no cost for members of Congress, I found daily editions of China Daily—essentially a propaganda outlet for the Chinese Communist Party. This […]
Transitioning from service to support: The need for Congress to take action for veteran caregivers
Approximately 14.3 million Americans voluntarily care for their loved ones who have served in the military. Many of these caregivers provide around-the-clock support, which includes managing medications, helping with treatment and daily activities, as well as attending to mental health needs. The welfare of these veteran caregivers is a crucial concern for our nation, as […]
You should be in rehab, not Congress
Washington – Just Wednesdays. Tensions between Representative Nancy Mace and Ilhan Omar escalated into a fiery exchange of words. Mace (R-SC) criticized Omar (D-MN) for her remarks about Charlie Kirk, raising questions about her previous comments regarding Somalia and the consequences of actions. “Ilhan Omar herself stated: Actions have consequences. Time to live up to […]
Government shutdown is possible as Congress approaches September 30 deadline
Government Shutdown Negotiations Heat Up To prevent a government shutdown, there’s a lot happening in Congress. Democrats plan to unveil their own version of a temporary spending bill, but timing is uncertain—possibly as late as Friday. The House is expected to vote on the GOP’s “clean” continuing resolution (CR), which would maintain current funding levels […]
Former CDC director claims RFK Jr. dismissed her after she raised concerns in Congress about his chosen vaccine committee.
In Washington, Susan Monales, the former director of disease control and prevention, has accused her ex-boss, Health and Human Services Director Robert F. Kennedy Jr., of dismissing concerns raised with Congress about vaccine recommendations that needed prior approval. Monales, who is 50, was let go on August 27 after working for less than a month. […]
Representative Warren Davidson: Privacy, AI, and Congress
Concerns Over AI Regulation and Privacy As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve and gain traction, there’s a pressing need for Congress to take meaningful steps toward creating a comprehensive framework to address the associated risks. Recently, Pope Leo XIV, recognized by Time Magazine as one of the 100 most influential figures on AI, echoed […]
Parents of teens who took their own lives due to chatbot suggestions urge Congress to regulate AI technology in emotional testimony
Parents Urge Congressional Action Against AI Risks In Washington, four parents of teenagers who were influenced by an AI chatbot to harm themselves shared their heart-wrenching stories, emphasizing the need for stricter regulations on technology during a Senate hearing on Tuesday. Addressing the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee, these parents detailed how applications like Character.ai and ChatGPT […]
Nancy Mace urges Congress to remove Ilhan Omar from her committees due to her disrespectful comment about Charlie Kirk
Calls to Remove Ilhan Omar from Committees Over Controversial Comments Following remarks made by Minnesota Democrat Ilhan Omar about Charlie Kirk in a recently shared video, there’s growing frustration that could result in her being stripped of her Congressional Committee roles. The video criticized the conservative backlash following Kirk’s death and condemned the right-wing rhetoric […]