New Jersey Democrat is among many senior lawmakers stepping down in 2026
Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman Will Not Seek Re-Election The 119th Congress sees another member stepping back, as Representative Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-N.J.) announces she will not pursue re-election for the U.S. House of Representatives next year. In her statement, she expressed, “I promised many years ago that I would always be at the forefront on […]
Democratic lawmakers are shaken after the Senate votes to end the government shutdown.
The Senate reached an agreement late Sunday that could pave the way for the government to reopen, with eight Democrats siding with Republicans to secure the necessary 60 votes. This move has fueled criticism from those against the resolution. Democratic leaders have expressed strong disapproval, claiming that the continuing resolution does not adequately tackle the […]
Democrat Prevents Bill to Stop Lawmakers from Receiving Pay During Shutdown
Political Tensions Over Congressional Pay Amid Shutdown Senator Ed Markey from Massachusetts has blocked a proposal that aimed to suspend paychecks for Congress members until the current government shutdown is resolved. Senator Rick Scott from Florida sought unanimous consent to pass a “no-budget, no-pay” measure during a Senate session on Thursday. However, Markey opposed this […]
Lawmakers and advocates say government shutdown is harmful for veterans.
Lawmakers and advocates are calling the ongoing government shutdown and its political undercurrents “disastrous” for veterans and active-duty service members, noting that the lack of funding jeopardizes their access to food assistance and healthcare. “This shutdown is really tough on active military personnel, and the financial stakes are only part of the issue,” Cathy Ross […]
Lawmakers in favor of euthanasia in Illinois should consider Canada’s reasons against it.
Illinois Bill Legalizes Physician-Assisted Suicide Illinois Democratic legislators have approved a bill that would allow physician-assisted suicide throughout the state. Now, the bill is pending the approval of Governor JB Pritzker. Initially, it began as legislation regarding hygienic food preparation. However, its content was significantly altered, shifting the focus from food safety to enabling terminally […]
Senator Proposes Legislation to Stop Pay for Lawmakers During Shutdown
Sen. John Kennedy’s Proposal During Government Shutdown Senator John Kennedy from Louisiana has announced plans to introduce two bills aimed at withholding salaries for members of Congress amid the ongoing government shutdown. These bills, named the “No Shutdown Paychecks for Politicians Act” and the “Withhold Paychecks for Lawmakers During Shutdown Act,” were reported by FOX […]
Lawmakers from both parties challenge the Trump administration about attacks on suspected drug boats.
A bipartisan group of Congress members is pressing the Trump administration for more details regarding ongoing U.S. military strikes against suspected drug-trafficking vessels in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific. They’re particularly interested in understanding the legal justifications being used. Four representatives from the House Armed Services Committee—Seth Moulton (D-Mass.), Don Bacon (R-Neb.), Jason Crow (D-Colo.), […]
36-day government shutdown raises concerns for public safety, GOP lawmakers caution
Government Shutdown Raises Public Safety Concerns A former federal prosecutor, now a congressman, is raising alarms about the ongoing government shutdown, warning that it poses increasing safety risks for the public. Representative Brad Knott from North Carolina recently sent a letter to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, highlighting the alarming situation for those tasked with […]
Lawmakers believe it’s time to permanently end the Daylight Saving practice.
Calls to End Daylight Saving Time Gain Momentum As Americans have just adjusted their clocks for daylight saving time, Republican Rep. Vern Buchanan from Florida is advocating for its repeal. He states, “It’s clear that Americans want to stop changing their clocks twice a year. My bill would end this outdated practice.” Buchanan, along with […]
Jim Jordan calls on Verizon and AT&T to provide data from the Jack Smith investigation into Republican lawmakers.
Republicans Demand Communication Records from Verizon and AT&T Republican members of Congress are pressing Verizon and AT&T for information on how they assisted the FBI in acquiring the phone records of several current Republican officials. House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) sent a letter to these telecom giants, asking for details about communications linked […]