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Senate Republicans and Democrats cleared a procedural hurdle for a short-term funding extension to prevent a government shutdown through the midterm elections. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer endorsed the bipartisan plan, aligning with Republican efforts to ensure government funding continuity.

White House officials and House GOP leaders are frustrated with Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins after he undermined a veterans benefits bill, which was removed from the House floor due to Republican concerns over funding. The failure disrupted legislative plans and caused backlash, with Collins accused of inadequate communication and conflicting guidance on VA policies.

Brandon Gill, a Republican congressman, has gained attention for his viral questioning of DEI policies in House committees. He chairs a task force targeting institutional abuses, while critics argue his approach favors virality over nuanced discussions.

Texas Republican Brandon Gill has gained prominence as a digital communicator in the House GOP, using committee sessions to challenge DEI policies and leftist ideologies. He chairs a task force investigating institutional abuses and has questioned officials from the Smithsonian and the American Bar Association, drawing both praise for exposing progressive policies and criticism for prioritizing viral moments over nuanced debate.

A House GOP leader claims Democratic Socialists of America are pushing Democrats further left, with recent primary victories in New York City cited as evidence. The leader warns that Democratic left-wing policies, such as government-run services, align with communism and could alarm voters in the upcoming midterms.

House GOP leaders are pressuring Senate Republicans to act on a $95 billion reconciliation package before November, which includes funding for the war in Iran, farm assistance, and components of the SAVE America Act. Senate Majority Leader John Thune has resisted, stating he will wait until government funding is resolved, prompting criticism from House leaders who argue the Senate cannot use the filibuster as an excuse for delay.

The House passed a $95 billion budget proposal supported only by Republicans, aiming to fund an Iran war and other White House priorities. The measure faced opposition from Democrats and some Republican holdouts.

House Republicans face internal opposition as Speaker Mike Johnson seeks to pass a $95 billion budget plan for the Iran war and farm aid. GOP members like Thomas Massie and Warren Davidson criticize the funding as a 'slush fund' and demand pay-fors, while leaders attempt to secure votes through details on the SAVE America Act and promises of a fourth reconciliation bill.

The House passed a temporary funding bill to keep the government operational through Dec. 4, avoiding a potential shutdown ahead of midterm elections. The party-line vote of 220-205 was driven by GOP leaders aiming to prevent voter dissatisfaction and prioritize a separate $95 billion defense and elections bill. Democrats criticized the measure as one-sided and lacking bipartisan negotiation.

House GOP leaders released a bill to fund most of the federal government from October 1 until after the midterm elections, avoiding bipartisan negotiations. The measure, which excludes President Donald Trump’s SAVE America Act, aims to fund operations through December 4 without additional policy provisions.

President Donald Trump urged lawmakers to pass his election security bill, the SAVE America Act, despite House GOP leaders planning to advance a separate government funding bill. Tensions arise as Trump's push could disrupt Republican funding strategies, with potential government shutdown risks and internal party conflicts over prioritizing election security measures.

The U.S. House Republicans launched a budget reconciliation process to allocate up to $60 billion for defense and up to $12 billion for farm aid. The plan includes instructions for four House committees to draft bills into a $95 billion package, with provisions for election-related grants and intelligence spending. House Speaker Mike Johnson emphasized the need to safeguard elections and strengthen defense.

The House GOP released 'Reconciliation 3.0' with $60 billion allocated for defense, which is less than the $67 billion requested by the White House for Iran War-related expenses.

The House G.O.P. released a budget aimed at unlocking $95 billion for the Iran War and the SAVE Act. Representative Jodey Arrington, Republican of Texas and chairman of the House Budget Committee, is associated with this action.

Republican leaders are working to pass a third budget bill (reconciliation 3.0) before the midterm campaign season begins, but face internal divisions. President Trump supports taking action on a proposed boost.

House Republicans ended a weekslong internal standoff and secured a procedural vote to advance major bills, including fiscal 2027 funding and the SAVE America Act. The 215-211 vote allowed the House to move forward with multiple measures, with only one GOP member opposing. The elections bill will be attached to the State Department funding bill before it goes to the Senate, though its fate there remains uncertain.

House GOP leaders are considering attaching the SAVE America Act to the fiscal 2027 State Department funding bill to appease conservative hard-liners. Previous attempts to link the elections bill to other legislation, like the defense policy bill, faced resistance from Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, prompting GOP efforts to secure her support through unrelated measures like permanent daylight saving time and immigration legislation.

Congressional Republicans may use parallel investigations from Trump's administration to support their inquiries if they lose the House, leveraging threats of Justice Department actions against non-compliant entities. The strategy relies on voluntary compliance and potential referrals to the DOJ, though alignment between Republicans and the administration is not guaranteed.

The U.S. House canceled votes and sent lawmakers home early due to a Republican revolt over Trump's demands, blocking the annual defense bill. The standoff centers on Trump's SAVE America Act, a strict voter ID bill, which has stalled congressional business and led to similar closures in the Senate.

The House GOP deadlocked over Trump’s demands, resulting in lawmakers being sent home early. The legislative branch paused its work as the nation celebrated its 250th birthday.

The U.S. House canceled votes and sent lawmakers home early due to a Republican revolt over Trump's demands, particularly blocking the annual defense bill to prioritize the SAVE America Act. The Senate also shut down for similar reasons, highlighting tensions between Trump and Congress.

House GOP members blocked a Pentagon bill due to a revolt over prioritizing voting legislation supported by President Trump. Ultraconservative lawmakers refused to back a procedural measure, linking their opposition to demands for action on the voting legislation.

House GOP defectors caused a procedural vote failure to bring the NDAA to the floor. GOP leadership indicated members would depart for the Independence Day holiday, creating uncertainty about the NDAA's passage timeline.

A revolt within the House G.O.P. blocked a Pentagon bill. Speaker Mike Johnson has struggled to secure his majority's support for critical legislation on the Pentagon, spending, and other matters.

The Trump administration plans to request $80 billion in supplemental funding for military operations in the Middle East by the end of the week. House GOP leaders are concerned the Senate may add non-military items to the bill, while Democrats are expected to oppose funding due to disagreements over the conflict's legality.

Republicans celebrated Democratic socialist candidates' victories in New York primaries, viewing the wins as an opportunity to contrast with the 'Bolshevik revolution' in Democratic primaries. House GOP leaders and other Republicans emphasized the need to oppose 'Marxism' and protect the 'American way of life' against socialism.

President Trump's student-loan borrowing caps for advanced nursing programs take effect July 1, excluding them from a higher $200,000 cap. House Republicans advanced an amendment to include advanced nursing programs in the higher cap, while 25 Democratic-led states and other groups have sued the Department of Education, arguing the policy exacerbates healthcare worker shortages.

Republicans are lobbying to nominate first-term House member Riley Moore as Labor secretary, a move that could weaken their congressional majority if President Trump approves. Moore, who has expressed interest in the role, faces pushback from some White House officials who support acting Secretary Keith Sonderling. The nomination could reduce GOP voting strength in the House, which is already fragile due to absences and upcoming vacancies.

House Democrats will speak with reporters as GOP seeks to extend warrantless spying powers under FISA by June 12. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries stated he won't vote to renew Section 702 of FISA unless acting Director…

House Republicans face uncertainty over passing an immigration enforcement bill due to divided member support. They are also planning another party-line bill ahead of midterms, with discussions about incorporating partisan elements into the appropriations process.

Republicans on the House Armed Services Committee voted to rename the Department of Defense to the 'Department of War' through an amendment proposed by Rep. Ronny Jackson. The change was approved during a party-line vote as part of the annual defense policy bill debate.

Senate Republicans are divided over budget reconciliation efforts, with disagreements over White House ballroom security and a $1.776 anti-weaponization fund. President Trump is pressuring the Senate to align while also seeking a deal with Iran.

House Republicans face delays in passing a $70 billion immigration enforcement bill due to disputes over White House security funding and a government mistreatment claims fund. The stalemate raises doubts about their ability to advance 'Reconciliation 3.0,' a broader legislative package aiming to boost Pentagon spending and cut other programs, as they navigate a slim majority and internal party divisions.

Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has resumed communication after a 2.5-month absence due to an undisclosed illness, calling Republican county chairs in his competitive 7th Congressional District and giving his first interview since March. The New Jersey Republican confirmed plans to run for reelection and expects to return to voting and campaigning within weeks. His extended absence had drawn national media attention and speculation about his health and political future.

House GOP leaders canceled a scheduled Wednesday vote on an Iran war powers resolution, postponing it to Thursday due to expected GOP absences and defections that would likely result in the measure's passage. The move comes after the Senate advanced its own war powers resolution in a procedural vote that contradicted President Trump's position.

Senate Republicans are re-evaluating their relationship with House GOP due to dysfunction and miscommunications, particularly during the longest government shutdown on record. They agree that something needs to change as they move forward to fund immigration operations. Senate Republicans are readying to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol for the next three and a half years.

Senate Republicans are reevaluating their relationship with House GOP due to dysfunction and miscommunications, particularly during the longest government shutdown on record. They agree that something needs to change as they move forward to fund immigration operations. Senate Republicans are preparing to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol for the next three and a half years.

The House GOP is preparing for a high-stakes spending fight over fiscal 2027 appropriations, following a tumultuous 2026 cycle that led to two government shutdowns. Speaker Mike Johnson will lead the effort ahead of the November elections. The upcoming battle may have significant implications for the party's legislative agenda.

Maritime authorities uncovered an $800M oil smuggling scheme linked to Iran amid Trump's naval blockade. The U.S. is considering deploying the 'Dark Eagle' hypersonic missile for potential strikes on Iran, while political tensions escalate over funding ICE without Democratic support and international conflicts involving Germany and the EU.

A GOP revolt stalled the House as leadership failed to secure votes for three contentious measures: a FISA extension, farm bill with E15 ethanol provisions, and ICE/Border Patrol funding. Procedural votes collapsed due to conservative opposition, risking a lapse in surveillance authority and funding shortfalls.