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politics11 days ago

Bronin’s Victory Sparks Push for a Younger Congress

Luke Bronin, after defeating a 14-term incumbent in Connecticut, is pushing for a generational renewal in the House and younger leadership, noting recent moves to elevate younger committee chairs and signaling support for a refreshed Democratic majority. In a separate update, Rep. Kat Cammack and Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández are pushing a sweeping ethics overhaul to create a “one-stop shop” for complaints, speed up investigations, and curb staffer–lawmakers relationships, though Senate buy-in and enforcement concerns could stall reforms.

via Politico|
#congress-leadership#ethics-reform#generational-change
politics1 month ago

Democrats push to curb Trump's Iran war powers before recess

House Democrats plan to force a vote this week on a nonbinding war-powers resolution aimed at constraining President Trump’s authority to use force in Iran, with debate expected today and a final vote on Thursday. They seek bipartisan GOP backing after Republicans helped advance a similar measure in June, though Speaker Mike Johnson could derail the plan by canceling votes for the August recess. The push comes amid broader war-funding discussions and other political updates in the feed, including Maine Senate fundraising and GOP-favored measures on fraud funding and a deputy OMB nomination.

via Politico|
#house-democrats#iran#politics
politics1 month ago

No. 2 House Democrat Backs Cutting Israel Aid, Signaling a Rift in Leadership

House No. 2 Democrat Katherine Clark says she will vote to cut aid to Israel via Rep. Massie’s amendment, breaking with Leader Hakeem Jeffries and illustrating internal Democratic divisions on Israel policy; the piece also rounds up related updates on Todd Blanche’s confirmation hearing, concerns over an anti-weaponization fund, and GOP budget framing, highlighting ongoing battles over foreign policy and DOJ leadership.

via Politico|
#foreign-policy#house-democrats#israel-aid
Democrats allege Trump-linked group diverted donors from America's 250th birthday plan
politics1 month ago

Democrats allege Trump-linked group diverted donors from America's 250th birthday plan

A House Democratic interim report claims donors intended for the bipartisan America250 celebration were redirected, without their knowledge, to Freedom 250—a Trump-aligned group—raising potential wire fraud and charitable solicitation concerns. The 41-page document says Freedom 250, led by Trump aides, sought to sideline America250 and center the president in the fundraising, while disputes over federal funding for the celebration continue. America250 says most support comes from private sources, and a spokesperson for Freedom 250 denies the allegations as partisan. The committee says it will pursue further investigations if Democrats win the House in November.

via CNN|
#america250#freedom250#fundraising
MAGA fury over NBC’s party labeling in Cherfilus-McCormick ethics coverage
media5 months ago

MAGA fury over NBC’s party labeling in Cherfilus-McCormick ethics coverage

Right-wing critics, led by MAGA voices, blasted NBC News for a tweet about Florida Democrat Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick’s 25 ethics charges, arguing the post should have named her party. Cherfilus-McCormick’s case has drawn Democratic resignations calls after a House Ethics subcommittee found violations; NBC’s coverage—while noting her party in the article’s first line—has previously been accused of omitting party labels in similar fraud-related posts, fueling debate about media coverage in politics.

via The Daily Beast|
#ethics#florida#house-democrats
politics6 months ago

House Democrats Divide Over $1.2 Trillion Funding Bill Ahead of Floor Vote

Senior House Democrats are split on a $1.2 trillion funding package heading to the floor, with Rosa DeLauro signaling support to secure five full-year bills and a 10-day DHS stopgap, while Jim McGovern opposes due to immigration-enforcement concerns. Neither leader is expected to vote for the rule, and Republicans face pressure to attach the SAVE Act, which could prolong the shutdown. Speaker Mike Johnson is pushing to pass the package Tuesday, as a newly sworn-in Christian Menefee gives Republicans a slim 218-214 edge.

via Politico|
#appropriations#dhs-funding#funding-bill
Democrats threaten impeachment if Trump refuses to fire Kristi Noem
politics7 months ago

Democrats threaten impeachment if Trump refuses to fire Kristi Noem

House Democrats led by Hakeem Jeffries warned President Trump they will begin impeachment proceedings unless he fires Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, as support for impeaching Noem grows within the caucus; Judiciary ally Jamie Raskin pledges oversight and potential hearings, but with Republicans in control of the House and no clear Senate backing, conviction remains unlikely.

via Axios|
#donald-trump#hakeem-jeffries#house-democrats
politics7 months ago

Democrats curb ICE funding as immigration stance shifts after last year’s split

Democrats blocked new ICE funding in a Department of Homeland Security bill—only seven Democrats voted for it—marking a sharp shift from last year’s pro-enforcement stance; several Democrats opposed due to ICE conduct following the Minneapolis shooting of Renee Good, while others supported the bill for remaining DHS functions and guardrails. The bill passed 220-207 and included provisions like fewer detention beds and oversight, signaling a broader recalibration of the party’s immigration stance amid public concern and polling that ICE enforcement is too aggressive.

via Politico|
#dhs#house-democrats#ice
Democrats Split on DHS/ICE Funding Amid Oversight Clash
politics7 months ago

Democrats Split on DHS/ICE Funding Amid Oversight Clash

House Democrats are divided on a bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security and ICE after the Minneapolis shooting, with progressives opposing the DHS funding for insufficient oversight while centrists remain undecided; leadership has not yet endorsed the separate vote, as lawmakers balance border-security goals with accountability to avoid a partial government shutdown ahead of the 2026 midterms.

via Axios|
#dhs#funding#house-democrats
Democrats push impeachment over Noem as centrists warn of distraction
politics7 months ago

Democrats push impeachment over Noem as centrists warn of distraction

House Democrats, led by Rep. Robin Kelly, introduced three articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, with around 70 Democrats signing on and more expected to co-sponsor. The move is seen by some centrists as a serious impeachment bid, while others warn it could distract from policy priorities like affordability and immigration policy. With Republicans controlling the House and a Senate likely to block conviction, the effort faces long odds.

via Axios|
#house-democrats#immigration#impeachment
House Democrats back impeachment articles against Kristi Noem in a notable caucus push
politics-and-policy7 months ago

House Democrats back impeachment articles against Kristi Noem in a notable caucus push

53 House Democrats signed on to co-sponsor articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, roughly a quarter of the caucus. The articles accuse Noem of obstruction of Congress, violation of public trust, and self-dealing over DHS/ICE actions and a $220 million contract, with Rep. Robin Kelly leading the charge and several battleground and centrist members among the sponsors, and more sign-ons possible before the formal unveiling.

via Axios|
#democrats#dhs#house-democrats
politics9 months ago

House Democrats React to End of Shutdown

The U.S. House is emerging from a prolonged government shutdown, with Democrats expressing frustration over the process and Republicans criticizing Democrats for their role in the shutdown. Tensions remain high as lawmakers prepare for upcoming deadlines and potential future shutdowns, with Democrats pushing for legislative extensions and reforms, while warning against partisan gridlock affecting other key bills.

via Politico|
#congress#house-democrats#legislation