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politics5 hours ago•2 min saved

House moves toward expulsions as Swalwell and Gonzales face misconduct probes

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna plans a House vote to expel Rep. Eric Swalwell over sexual misconduct allegations, while Democrats plan to move to expel Rep. Tony Gonzales, who is under House Ethics scrutiny for similar claims. Swalwell denies the allegations; Gonzales acknowledged an affair with a staffer who later died by suicide. Expulsion requires a two-thirds vote, a high bar that has made such actions rare, but could trigger a ripple effect toward other members if successful.

via Axios|

#expulsion #gonzales #house-ethics

politics15 days ago•3 min saved

Cherfilus-McCormick Convicted in House Ethics Case, Expulsion Vote Looms

A bipartisan House Ethics subcommittee found Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick guilty on most of 27 campaign-finance counts, including funneling millions to her campaign, setting the stage for a full House vote on expulsion as federal charges linger.

via Politico|

#campaign-finance #cherfilus-mccormick #ethics-violations

politics16 days ago•2 min saved

DHS funding deadlock unsettles Capitol Hill ahead of recess

Capitol Hill is gridlocked over DHS funding as the GOP-Trump framework appears to crumble and Democrats accuse Republicans of dropping immigration-enforcement rules, leaving a stalled process ahead of a recess. Trump blasts Democrats for seeking chaos, while Senate leaders keep doors open to extended talks despite attendance issues. In other news, Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick faces a House Ethics trial and possible expulsion, and the House Judiciary advances the Protect American AI Act to ease AI data-center permitting amid broader AI-regulation efforts.

via Politico|

#ai-data-centers #capitol-hill #dhs-funding

politics1 month ago•18 min saved

Gonzales Text Scandal Spurs Resignation Calls from MAGA Lawmakers

Newly released texts show Rep. Tony Gonzales pressured a staffer for explicit photos and discussed sexual topics, prompting several MAGA-aligned lawmakers to call for his resignation as an Office of Congressional Conduct inquiry unfolds and he faces a tight Texas GOP primary.

via Rolling Stone|

#house-ethics #maga #politics

politics7 months ago•14 min saved

House Democrats Push for Censure and Removal of GOP Members Over Controversies

House Democrats are moving to censure GOP Rep. Cory Mills over ethical issues and his efforts to censure a Democratic colleague, amid ongoing congressional disciplinary actions and political conflicts. The House is also dealing with other political and legislative issues, including budget disputes, legislative messaging strategies, and upcoming elections.

via Politico|

#censure #congressional-controversies #house-democrats

politics1 year ago

House Republicans Block Gaetz Ethics Report Release Amidst Tensions

The House of Representatives has blocked the release of an ethics report concerning Congressman Matt Gaetz, as Republican members close ranks to protect him. This decision comes amid ongoing scrutiny and investigations into Gaetz's conduct, highlighting internal party dynamics and the challenges of addressing ethical issues within Congress.

via The New York Times|

#congress #house-ethics #investigation

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

Tensions Flare at Trump Assassination Attempt Hearing

Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe Jr. testified before a House task force about the agency's failures during attempted assassinations of Donald Trump, outlining changes like increased drone use and staffing. The hearing, marked by tense exchanges, focused on lapses during a July rally and the need for improved security measures. The task force plans to release a report with recommendations, while Congress considers restructuring the Secret Service's oversight.

via POLITICO|

#congress #donald-trump #house-ethics