SHUTDOWN Act would require lawmakers to pay a daily tax during a government closure
Senate Republicans are pushing for lawmakers to feel the financial impact during the ongoing government shutdown, which has now reached its third day. Unlike many federal employees, Congress members typically receive their pay even when the government is closed. However, Senator Bernie Moreno from Ohio has a different idea: he proposes taxing lawmakers who collect […]
Lawmakers Criticize Trump’s FDA for Secretly Approving New Abortion Pill
Several GOP lawmakers criticized the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) after it established a new environment for abortion drugs on Thursday. This wave of backlash followed the FDA’s approval of new abortion pills produced by Evita Solutions, a company that aims “to normalize abortion care” and ensure “that care is accessible to everyone.” “This is […]
Lawmakers anticipate the shutdown will continue for at least a week
Senators are hoping that the looming government shutdown won’t drag on past mid-week, though there’s concern it might last even longer. The Senate didn’t proceed with a vote to reopen the government on Wednesday, and will close for the session on Thursday due to Yom Kippur. While the Senate will reconvene on Friday, few anticipate […]
Mamdani’s Promise of $100 Million for Deportation Defense Shocks NYC Lawmakers
City councillors in New York City are expressing skepticism over mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani’s plan to increase taxpayer funding by over $100 million. Mamdani, who identifies as a democratic socialist and holds a position in the New York State Legislature, has proposed a significant boost in public spending aimed at enhancing legal defenses for undocumented […]
Lawmakers receive their salaries during a government shutdown while others must wait
The federal government began a shutdown on Wednesday morning, and many employees are now working without pay until funding is restored. While TSA agents, air traffic controllers, and various essential workers, including those handling social security, remain on the job, others find themselves caught in complications. Essentially, some employees may not receive paychecks, depending on […]
When will the shutdown be over? Lawmakers are unsure
Partisan tensions in Washington are complicating efforts to avert a government shutdown. Both Republicans and Democrats are standing firm, each blaming the other side for the stalemate. Democrats have rejected a GOP proposal to maintain current government funding levels until November 21. They argue that the onus is on the Republicans, who currently control both […]
Suggested Constitutional Change would reduce lawmakers’ salaries during shutdowns
Proposal to Cut Lawmakers’ Pay During Shutdowns Reintroduced Rep. Ralph Norman (R-S.C.) announced on Tuesday that he has revived a proposal aimed at suspending the salaries of federal lawmakers during government shutdowns. He expressed his concerns, stating, “During the closure, federal workers are told to ‘do fewer.’ Meanwhile, Congress still collects their paychecks. That’s just […]
Lawmakers should prioritize the option for special education.
Even though federal laws are designed to ensure basic rights for parents of special needs kids nationwide, there are stark differences in educational opportunities depending on whether a state supports school choice. In states that offer selective disability programs, students have far more options compared to their peers in states that don’t. It seems clear […]
Lawmakers hold firm as the shutdown deadline approaches
On Sunday, lawmakers from both parties stood firm on their positions regarding government funding as they prepared for a meeting with President Trump and Congressional leaders, aiming to prevent a shutdown this week. During various interviews on political shows, both Republican and Democrat leaders pointed to the expiration of healthcare subsidies at the year’s end […]
Lawmakers advocating for stock bans are the true wolves of Wall Street.
Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), part of the progressive “squad,” frequently faces criticism for her dealings with city council peers. Interestingly, a recent analysis reveals that about 25% of her fellow members in Congress’ Progressive Caucus are heavily invested in the stock market. A total of 24 Progressive Caucus members possess substantial stock portfolios, as shown […]