House Republicans

House Republicans blocked a procedural measure for the annual defense policy bill due to frustrations over stalled GOP legislation like the SAVE America Act, causing a delay in key votes before the July 4 recess. Speaker Mike Johnson faces challenges reconciling holdouts, including Majority Leader Steve Scalise, and pressure from President Donald Trump to advance the bill.

Rep. Tom Kean Jr. disclosed being treated for depression during his four-month absence from the House, attributing his silence to personal privacy. His return raises questions about his health and impacts on House Republican operations, as he faces a competitive reelection race in November.

Speaker Mike Johnson warned Republican colleagues against blocking legislative action in the House over demands related to the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act and other measures, calling the strategy 'self-defeating.' He urged Republicans to avoid halting House Republican efforts to advance legislation.

House Republicans face challenges from hard-liners threatening to delay key legislative priorities like the fiscal 2027 appropriations, defense policy, and kids online safety bills. Speaker Mike Johnson aims to pass these measures before the July 4 recess but faces resistance over concessions on the SAVE America Act and other demands. Democratic leadership also grapples with internal divisions over amendments to a spending bill and a war powers resolution.

House Republicans, led by Speaker Mike Johnson, aim to advance legislative priorities amid internal divisions and President Donald Trump's influence. Trump requested $87.6 billion in new spending for the war with Iran, while a bipartisan housing bill was passed but delayed due to demands for voting requirements legislation.

House Republicans are seeking to regain momentum after a chaotic week. Speaker Mike Johnson aims to realign the Republican-led House.

House Speaker Mike Johnson seeks to resolve Republican divisions and advance legislative priorities, including an $87.6 billion spending request from President Donald Trump and a citizenship verification bill, after failed votes on spending bills and veterans' benefits measures. A bipartisan housing cost reduction bill was passed but delayed by Trump's demand for the citizenship bill, leading to internal Republican gridlock and criticism from Democrats and some Republicans.

A USDA Inspector General warned Congress that SNAP food stamp fraud is linked to terrorist groups, foreign adversaries, and criminal organizations, with schemes like EBT card skimming and trafficking stealing benefits from vulnerable recipients. The hearing highlighted Republican efforts to address fraud and waste in the $100 billion program, while Democrats raised concerns about potential cuts to food assistance.

House Democrats will discuss a vote on cutting U.S. military aid to Israel during a Sunday teleconference. The debate centers on an amendment by Rep. Thomas Massie to a fiscal 2027 spending bill, which would block Israel aid and reduce foreign military aid by $3.3 billion. House Republicans may add the bill to the floor schedule next week after the House Rules Committee approved debate on the amendment.

House Republicans advanced a bill to prohibit lawmakers and their families from trading on Washington-focused prediction markets. Democrats criticized the bill for loopholes, while Republicans defended it as a step to restore trust in Congress by curbing insider trading risks.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is scheduled to brief House Republicans on military funding goals and a party-line bill during a classified meeting. Lawmakers will also question him about the Trump administration's agreement with Iran to end the war, while Trump advocates for a $350 billion Pentagon reconciliation package and increased missile production. The House Appropriations Committee will markup its 2027 defense funding bill.

House Republicans aim to advance Reconciliation 3.0 within eight legislative days before the July 4 break, requiring swift passage of a budget resolution to bypass the filibuster. Challenges include unresolved funding mechanisms and policy disagreements, with some GOP members criticizing 'fake pay-fors' and lacking reforms. President Donald Trump is set to meet Senate Republicans to push his SAVE America Act, while the Senate delays action on a third party-line bill.

House Republicans issued a contempt threat against ActBlue after the fundraiser refused to provide hundreds of documents. ActBlue CEO Regina Wallace-Jones invoked the Fifth Amendment during a congressional appearance on June 10.

President Trump’s effort to link the SAVE America Act with legislation to revive warrantless spying powers under FISA Section 702 is causing division among House Republicans. Some Republicans argue the strategy is unlikely to succeed, while Trump has stated he will not support renewing Section 702 of FISA.

The White House sent a 14-point memorandum of understanding to Congress to temporarily halt hostilities with Iran. The agreement, signed by President Donald Trump in France, sets up 60 days of further negotiations on Iran's nuclear program. GOP senators and some House Republicans expressed anger over the delayed disclosure of the document to lawmakers.

President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are advocating for increased Pentagon funding by engaging with GOP lawmakers. Hegseth recently met with senior House Republicans in multiple discussions, including a meeting at the Pentagon.

House Republicans are attempting to override loan limit regulations established by Trump. The proposed change is unlikely to become law before July 1, when the loan caps take effect.

Two House Republicans are meeting with Taiwan’s opposition leader, who is part of a Beijing-friendly opposition party, during her visit to Washington this week.

House Republicans plan to vote on a short-term extension of FISA surveillance powers to prevent their expiration, amid a Senate stalemate over President Donald Trump's nomination of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence. Congressional Democrats oppose the extension unless the Pulte nomination is withdrawn, citing concerns over his political ties and potential risks to national security.

President Donald Trump signed a bill allocating nearly $70 billion for immigration enforcement through the end of his term, including $38 billion for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and $26 billion for the Border Patrol. The legislation followed a six-month funding dispute sparked by the January 2020 deaths of two U.S. citizens during federal immigration enforcement operations in Minneapolis and was passed by House Republicans over Democratic objections.

The U.S. and Iran exchanged strikes after a helicopter was downed near the Strait of Hormuz. House Republicans passed a bill to fund ICE and Border Patrol through Trump's term.

The U.S. and Iran have exchanged strikes following the downing of a helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz. House Republicans have passed a bill to fund ICE and Border Patrol through Trump's term.

House Republicans are frustrated as members join with Democrats on discharge petitions to force votes, bypassing GOP leaders' preferences and weakening their control over House floor proceedings. Discharge petitions, previously rare, are now being used at a record rate to challenge leadership decisions.

The U.S. and Iran exchanged strikes following the downing of an Apache helicopter. House Republicans passed a bill to fund ICE for the remainder of Trump's term. Takeaways from Tuesday's primaries in four states were reported.

U.S. House Republicans approved a $70 billion immigration enforcement funding package without new operational guardrails for federal agents, sending it to President Donald Trump for expected signature. The 214-212 vote included opposition from Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Rep. Kevin Kiley, along with Democrats, over concerns about accountability and past incidents involving immigration officers. Funds will support ICE, Border Patrol, and Homeland Security through September 2029.

Twenty House Republicans supported a Democratic-led bill to facilitate union formation, bypassing Speaker Mike Johnson. The Faster Labor Contracts Act aims to expedite union contract negotiations through federal mediation. Key Republicans like Don Bacon, Brian Fitzpatrick, and Nick LaLota joined Democrats to pass the bill despite opposition from GOP figures like Tim Walberg.

House Republicans passed a $70 billion budget reconciliation package to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol through 2029, a victory for President Trump and GOP leaders. The bill, which had stalled in the Senate, passed the House by a vote of 214-212.

House Republicans passed a $70 billion immigration enforcement funding bill for ICE and Border Patrol over four months of partisan negotiations, using a reconciliation process to bypass Democratic opposition. The legislation, approved 214-212, includes $65 billion in additional funding and guarantees support for these agencies beyond President Donald Trump's term.

House Republicans passed a nearly $70 billion reconciliation package to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol through 2029, passing the House by 214-212, marking a victory for President Trump and GOP leaders.

House Republicans aim to restrict prediction market trading, but Democrats oppose the effort, seeking to pass a stronger ban next year if they gain control. Rep. Bryan Steil proposed amending stock trading legislation to include prediction market restrictions, but Democratic pushback may block the package. A Democrat, Rep. Joe Morelle, stated support could be possible if the bill addresses stock trading comprehensively.

President Trump advanced a $70 billion immigration enforcement and border security funding measure through a House procedural vote, with Republicans passing it along party lines. The bill now moves to a final House vote and faces opposition from Democrats who demand accountability for ICE. Intra-party GOP conflicts over a $1.8 billion 'anti-weaponization fund' initially delayed the measure.

The U.S. House is scheduled to vote on a $70 billion immigration enforcement funding package after months of debate. House Republicans are pushing the package toward passage.

House Republicans aim to approve $70 billion for immigration enforcement to fund Homeland Security through Trump's presidency, facing Democratic criticism as a 'blank check.' The Trump administration plans to appeal a federal judge's rejection of a $100,000 H-1B visa fee, while Trump nominates Todd Blanche for permanent Attorney General. Melania Trump promotes AI in education, and Trump highlights healthcare price transparency efforts.

House Republicans aim to pass a $70bn bill to fund immigration enforcement agencies, following Senate approval. The Secure America Act allocates $38bn to ICE, $26bn to CBP, and $5bn to DHS to support Trump’s immigration policies.

House Republicans are set to pass a bill providing nearly $70 billion for immigration enforcement, including $38 billion for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and $26 billion for the Border Patrol, to fund these agencies through the remainder of President Donald Trump’s term. The funding faces opposition from Democrats, who argue it lacks oversight and enables aggressive immigration enforcement.

House Republicans aim to approve $70 billion for immigration enforcement to fund Homeland Security through President Trump’s term, facing Democratic criticism as a 'blank check.' Trump vows to appeal a rejected H-1B visa fee and nominate acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, while addressing a helicopter crash near Hormuz and reiterating optimism about an Iran deal.

A federal judge struck down the Trump administration’s $100,000 fee on new H-1B visas, contradicting a prior court ruling. House Republicans aim to fund Trump’s immigration enforcement with $70 billion, including $38 billion for ICE and $26 billion for Border Patrol. Soaring oil prices have increased airline fuel costs by 78%, threatening to halve industry profits.

House Republicans are blocking the TSA's new $45 ConfirmID fee for travelers without REAL ID or accepted identification through their fiscal 2027 Homeland Security spending bill. The bill prohibits the fee, citing lack of statutory authority and higher costs compared to the previous free system, while also proposing funding cuts and increased use of private security partnerships.

House Republicans on the Armed Services Committee voted to codify President Trump's executive order renaming the Pentagon as the Department of War in the annual defense bill. The proposal faces Senate resistance but has been endorsed by Trump and Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth, while Democrats criticized it as wasteful and semantic nonsense.

House Republicans plan a summer vote on a congressional stock trading ban and new restrictions on lawmakers’ prediction market activity. The proposed measures aim to limit financial transactions by lawmakers in both traditional stock markets and prediction markets.