Mike Johnson

President Donald Trump left Washington without resolving an unsigned housing bill, and the White House has not clarified whether he will sign, allow it to become law without his signature, or veto it. Republican infighting persists, and challenges remain for Trump next week with a stalled voter ID bill and a Republican majority less inclined to follow his demands.

52 House Republicans, including Speaker Mike Johnson and Majority Leader Steve Scalise, urged President Donald Trump to let the Jones Act waiver expire, arguing it creates a loophole for adversarial countries. The waiver, which allows foreign ships to transport goods between U.S. ports, has facilitated over 136 voyages since March 2024, reducing fuel costs and improving supply chains, particularly for gasoline and propane. Analysis shows no significant threat to U.S. maritime dominance, with only one Chinese-flagged vessel among the voyages.

Medicaid coverage for non-abortion care at Planned Parenthood resumes as a GOP-imposed ban expires, leading to clinic closures and Republican efforts to reinstate the prohibition. Planned Parenthood reported losing nearly 30 clinics and facing challenges in sustaining care for Medicaid patients, while GOP lawmakers aim to extend the ban through new legislation.

Speaker Mike Johnson stated that 'birthright tourism' has 'devalued' the 14th Amendment, following President Trump's call for Congress to address birthright citizenship after the Supreme Court's decision not to rule on Trump's executive order. Johnson praised Justice Clarence Thomas for his dissent against the court's opinion.

Speaker Mike Johnson stated the House will attempt to pass the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act again through a budget reconciliation bill. He mentioned that the president has this as a top priority.

Speaker Mike Johnson referred to Zohran Mamdani as 'many Mamdanis popping up' while discussing democratic socialists winning Democratic state primaries. He echoed Trump's claim that 'communism' poses a threat to the country.

Rep. Mike Lawler predicted voters will reject far-left candidates in the midterms, citing a rising 'politics of envy.' He aligned with President Trump's warnings about communism and socialist candidates' primary victories, emphasizing American values ahead of the 250th anniversary of independence.

House Democrats are urging President Donald Trump to sign the bipartisan 21st Century Road to Housing Act, which has passed both chambers of Congress but remains unsigned. Trump has prioritized his own SAVE America Act, calling the housing bill 'of minor importance,' while House Speaker Mike Johnson stated the legislation will become law regardless of Trump's action.

House Democrats are urging President Donald Trump to sign the bipartisan 21st Century Road to Housing Act, which has passed both chambers of Congress. Trump has delayed signing the bill, prioritizing the SAVE America Act instead, while House Speaker Mike Johnson stated the housing bill will become law with or without the president’s signature.

House Democrats are urging President Donald Trump to sign the 21st Century Road to Housing Act, a bipartisan bill passed by both chambers, while Trump prioritizes the SAVE America Act. The housing bill remains unsigned, with Congress preparing to finalize it without his signature if necessary.

President Donald Trump and Republicans are labeling Democrats as communists ahead of midterms, conflating democratic socialism with communism. Democratic socialists recently won several congressional primaries, prompting GOP leaders to criticize 'extreme liberals' and shift focus to contrast 'common sense and crazy.'

Medicaid coverage for non-abortion care at Planned Parenthood is resuming as a GOP-imposed one-year ban expires on July 4. The ban led to the closure of nearly 30 Planned Parenthood clinics, with advocates reporting reduced access to services like cancer screenings. Republicans aim to reinstate the prohibition in future legislation, citing opposition to federal funding for organizations providing abortions.

President Donald Trump and Republicans are labeling Democrats as communists to attack progressive candidates ahead of midterms. Democratic socialists like Zohran Mamdani and Melat Kiros have won primary elections, prompting GOP figures such as JD Vance and Mike Johnson to warn against Marxist policies. The strategy aims to contrast 'common sense' with leftist ideas as Republicans seek to maintain congressional majorities.

Republicans express frustration over internal conflicts that have stalled House operations, leading Speaker Mike Johnson to dismiss lawmakers for two consecutive weeks. Discontent centers on a voter ID bill and perceived broken promises from leadership.

Congress faces a stagnant summer with limited legislative progress before a five-week recess. House Republicans struggle to advance RECON 3.0, face uncertainty over emergency Iran funding, and encounter internal divisions over immigration measures. Key figures like Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune acknowledge challenges in meeting pre-midterm goals.

Trump and Republicans are labeling Democrats as communists ahead of the midterms, citing recent democratic socialist primary victories. GOP leaders like Trump, Vance, and Johnson criticize left-wing candidates as Marxists, while democratic socialists gain traction in New York and Denver. The strategy aims to contrast 'common sense' with 'extreme liberalism' as Republicans seek to maintain congressional majorities.

Medicaid coverage for non-abortion care at Planned Parenthood clinics resumes after a GOP-imposed ban expires on July 4. The one-year prohibition led to the closure of nearly 30 clinics, with advocates citing denied access to services like cancer screenings. Republicans aim to reinstate the ban permanently, while states now decide Medicaid coverage for remaining clinics.

Republicans express frustration over internal conflicts that have stalled House operations, leading to Speaker Mike Johnson sending lawmakers home early for the second consecutive week. Disputes over a voter ID bill and perceived broken promises from leadership are cited as key issues.

House conservatives protested the Senate's refusal to pass the SAVE America Act, a GOP elections bill championed by President Donald Trump. The House version focused on proof-of-citizenship requirements but avoided stricter mail-in ballot restrictions Trump demanded, as Speaker Mike Johnson acknowledged insufficient support for those provisions.

U.S. auto sales in Q2 showed mixed results with General Motors reporting a 4% decline while Stellantis, Toyota, and Hyundai saw growth. House Speaker Mike Johnson and Republicans urged President Donald Trump to let a Jones Act waiver expire, arguing it harms U.S. shipping and national security. LSU New Orleans held a ceremony to mark its return to the LSU System after 15 years under the University of Louisiana System.

President Donald Trump's crypto businesses generated $1.2 billion in revenue last year, surpassing his property portfolio's earnings. The House leadership canceled votes due to a Republican revolt blocking the defense bill, while a U.S. Navy helicopter made an emergency landing in the Arabian Sea, leaving one sailor missing. John Brennan sued the Trump administration to preserve records for his defense, and Vice President Vance noted ongoing talks with Iran and Qatar focused on the Strait of Hormuz.

Mike Johnson, a well-known businessman in Catawba County, died, as confirmed by his company Mike Johnson’s Hickory Toyota. He led the business since 1999, managed multiple dealerships with over 300 employees, and was recognized for philanthropy and community involvement, including receiving North Carolina’s highest civilian honor in 2025.

President Donald Trump earned approximately $1.2 billion from crypto businesses last year, surpassing revenue from his property portfolio. The House leadership canceled votes over a defense bill due to a Republican revolt, and Trump described a new Air Force One gifted by Qatar. The Supreme Court largely supported Trump’s immigration policies but rejected efforts to redefine birthright citizenship.

House Republicans are unable to pass key legislation due to internal conflicts, with Speaker Mike Johnson struggling to secure votes to open the floor for debate. A small group of conservatives opposes party priorities, freezing progress on bills including the Pentagon policy measure and Iran war funding.

Legislation imposing sweeping voting restrictions nationwide, the SAVE America Act, has stalled in Congress despite President Donald Trump's advocacy ahead of midterms. The bill requires voter ID, citizenship proof for registration, and limits mail-in voting, facing opposition from Democrats who argue it disenfranchises voters. The Supreme Court recently ruled states may count mail ballots postmarked by Election Day.

Rep. Tom Kean Jr. disclosed his absence from the House was due to inpatient depression treatment, sparking debate about privacy versus transparency for elected officials. Colleagues expressed sympathy but questioned his delayed disclosure and lack of detail, with some arguing public representatives should balance personal privacy with constituent accountability.

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 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.

The U.S. House canceled votes and sent lawmakers home early due to a Republican revolt over the annual defense bill, as renegade Republicans push to include President Donald Trump’s SAVE America Act. The Senate similarly shut down last week over Trump’s demands, highlighting a power imbalance as Trump’s conflicting priorities disrupt congressional business.

The Supreme Court affirmed birthright citizenship in a 5-4 ruling, overturning an executive order by President Donald Trump. Congressional Republicans, including House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senators Rand Paul and Lindsey Graham, called for amending the Constitution to end the practice, though the process requires significant legislative hurdles.

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.

A bipartisan housing bill, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, is expected to become law without President Donald Trump's signature, according to House Speaker Mike Johnson. Trump has criticized the bill as 'a big yawn' and prioritized the SAVE America Act, which faces Senate resistance.

House conservatives blocked a procedural rule meant to advance the NDAA and other legislation, causing a setback for Speaker Mike Johnson. The vote was 198-224, with 14 Republicans opposing the rule.

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.

House Republicans blocked a procedural vote for the National Defense Authorization Act due to disagreements over the SAVE Act, which has repeatedly stalled legislative efforts. Fourteen Republicans, including Steve Scalise, opposed the vote, and Speaker Mike Johnson faces challenges in advancing the defense bill and other legislation before the July 4 recess.

Republican Tom Kean Jr. disclosed being treated for depression during his four-month absence from Congress, explaining he remained silent due to being a private person. His return affects House Republican leaders' efforts to pass bills with their narrow majority, and he is running for reelection in a competitive district.

US Republicans, led by Rep. Don Bacon, threaten to block an $88 billion Iran war spending bill unless 4,200 American troops are redeployed to Poland. The move risks derailing the bill, which includes farm aid and Ebola funding, amid tensions between GOP lawmakers and the Trump administration over troop withdrawals from Europe.

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.

Rep. Tom Kean Jr. returned to Congress after a four-month absence, attributing it to depression. He missed over 100 votes and will face Rebecca Bennett in the November election. Speaker Mike Johnson acknowledged the commonality of the condition.

The Supreme Court upheld birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment, rejecting an executive order by President Donald Trump that sought to limit citizenship for children of undocumented immigrants. The ruling faced mixed reactions, with Trump and some Republicans criticizing it, while civil rights groups like the League of United Latin American Citizens celebrated it as a constitutional victory.