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Hakeem Jeffries is avoiding taking a firm stance on Israel as the Democratic Party debates cutting U.S. aid, opting instead to let members discuss the issue in internal meetings. House Democrats held intense caucus sessions without leadership guidance, with some members appreciating the open dialogue but others warning of challenges if the party regains the House.

House Democrats are divided over a proposed cut to Israel aid, with Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries avoiding public guidance as Rep. Thomas Massie's amendment sparks internal conflict. Jeffries has referenced J Street's opposition to the amendment during private meetings, reflecting shifting political dynamics within the party regarding U.S. support for Israel.

The House Ethics Committee stated it does not manage sexual harassment lawsuits or settlements and has no information to release on taxpayer-funded payments for such cases since 2018. The committee urged the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights to publicly disclose details of sexual misconduct settlements as required by a recently adopted resolution.

U.S. lawmakers are introducing legislation to override a Supreme Court ruling that limits consumer lawsuits against pesticide companies. The proposed amendment to FIFRA, called the People Over Poison Act, aims to restore the ability of individuals to sue companies for failing to warn about health risks. The ruling primarily benefits Bayer and Syngenta, which face numerous lawsuits over products like Roundup.

US lawmakers push a bill to block $3.3bn in military aid to Israel. Palestinian-American Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib and other Democratic lawmakers, including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Ilhan Omar, support the measure, which was introduced by Republican Congressman Thomas Massie. Massie, who opposes US military interventions, previously faced opposition from Donald Trump and lost a primary race.

Lauren Boebert secured a Republican primary win in Colorado's 4th Congressional District unopposed, positioning herself for a fourth term despite conflicts with GOP leadership and Donald Trump. Trump criticized Boebert for supporting Thomas Massie and switching districts, threatening to withdraw his endorsement. Boebert maintains she remains an ally to Trump despite their disagreements.

Lauren Boebert won her Republican primary in Colorado's 4th Congressional District, securing a spot in the general election. Despite conflicts with Donald Trump over district changes and support for Thomas Massie, Boebert remains a GOP rebel and faces potential endorsement withdrawal from Trump.

The House approved a measure requiring the public release of records showing which members used taxpayer funds to settle sexual misconduct allegations and the amounts involved. The resolution, proposed by Rep. Thomas Massie, passed 420-0, directing the House Ethics Committee and the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights to disclose the information within 60 days. The vote followed resignations of Reps. Tony Gonzales and Eric Swalwell amid sexual misconduct allegations.

A Democratic lawmaker supports an amendment to stop US military aid to Israel, citing concerns over war crimes in Gaza and involvement in a war with Iran. The amendment, introduced by a Republican representative, would cancel $3.3bn in annual aid and remove funding for Israel in the State Department appropriations bill.

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.

Rep. Thomas Massie denied allegations from his ex-girlfriend Cynthia West, who claimed he offered her money and a non-disclosure agreement related to a wrongful termination lawsuit against Rep. Victoria Spartz. West also alleged Massie bragged about an affair with Rep. Lauren Boebert shortly after his wife's death. Massie confronted a Fox News Digital reporter by questioning his personal preferences and recording the interaction while denying the claims.

Rep. Thomas Massie denied allegations from his ex-girlfriend, Cynthia West, who claimed he offered money and an NDA related to a wrongful termination dispute and bragged about an alleged affair with Rep. Lauren Boebert. During a confrontation with a Fox News Digital reporter, Massie denied the claims and aggressively questioned the reporter, recording the interaction while asking personal and confrontational questions.

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.

President Donald Trump stated the administration is working on national right-to-carry legislation during a Pennsylvania event, potentially expanding firearm carry rights nationwide. The proposal aligns with the National Rifle Association's stance and follows Sen. Mike Lee's introduction of the National Constitutional Carry Act, which seeks to eliminate concealed-carry permit requirements for eligible Americans.

President Donald Trump announced the administration is working on national right-to-carry legislation at a Pennsylvania event, citing support from the National Rifle Association. The proposed National Constitutional Carry Act, introduced by Sen. Mike Lee, would eliminate concealed-carry permit requirements nationwide for eligible Americans, with 29 states currently allowing some form of constitutional carry.

Rand Paul and Donald Trump have improved their relationship, with Paul supporting Trump on immigration funding and Iran policies, leading to praise and a White House invitation. Paul's alignment with Trump includes backing voter ID and border security, while maintaining his libertarian principles.

The article discusses the U.S.-Israel relationship, highlighting the 1967 Israeli attack on the USS Liberty that killed 34 U.S. soldiers and recent reports of Israeli espionage against the U.S., including surveillance of military and policy officials. A U.S. Department of Defence report claims Israel's spying on the U.S. escalated to 'critical' levels, with efforts to plant listening devices and install spyware.

Fox News Digital's News Quiz covers topics including health concerns of 'dirty sodas' and a Texas mom's Facebook arrest claim. It also references a Trump-backed challenger defeating Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky's GOP primary.

Republicans who advocated for releasing Jeffrey Epstein files faced backlash from President Donald Trump, impacting their political careers. GOP Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Thomas Massie drew Trump's ire over the Epstein files and other issues.

Sen. Lindsey Graham defeated Mark Lynch in a crowded South Carolina GOP primary, highlighting divisions within the Republican Party between Trump-aligned candidates and anti-establishment figures. Graham, endorsed by Donald Trump, faces Dr. Annie Andrews in the November general election, while Lynch received support from former Trump official Joe Kent and critics of Trump like Thomas Massie.

Sen. Lindsey Graham defeated Mark Lynch in a Republican primary, highlighting tensions within the GOP between Trump-aligned candidates and anti-establishment figures. Graham, endorsed by Donald Trump, faces Dr. Annie Andrews in the general election. Trump criticized Lynch for supporting Thomas Massie, a Trump critic, while Lynch was backed by former counterterrorism director Joe Kent.

A provision in the National Defense Authorization Act (Section 224) seeks to permanently integrate U.S. and Israeli defense technologies, including artificial intelligence and autonomous systems. Lawmakers and experts warn this could be complex to reverse and may involve technologies used by Israel in conflict zones. The section faces opposition from some legislators, including Rep. Thomas Massie and Rep. Ro Khanna.

Republican Congressman Thomas Massie called for a new investigation into Israel's 1967 attack on the USS Liberty, which killed 34 Americans and wounded 171. Israel apologized, stating it mistook the vessel for an Egyptian ship, while US sailors claimed the attack was deliberate.

GOP firebrand Lauren Boebert strongly reacted to rumors of an alleged fling with Thomas Massie, who is described as a nemesis of Donald Trump.

Rep. Lauren Boebert cursed a Fox News reporter after being questioned about allegations from Rep. Thomas Massie’s ex-girlfriend, who accused Massie of bragging about a sexual encounter with Boebert. Boebert refused to discuss the claims further, shifting focus to political issues involving Trump-backed primary challenges.

Rep. Lauren Boebert cursed at a Fox News Digital reporter after being asked about allegations of a sexual relationship between her and Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., as claimed by a woman identifying as Massie's ex-girlfriend. The allegations, involving Massie's former congressional staffer Cynthia West, emerged shortly before Massie's recent primary loss and his announcement to file for re-election in 2028.

US Senator Bernie Sanders opposes a plan in Congress that would integrate Israel into the US military-industrial system through defense co-production arrangements. He claims the proposal, part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), hides military aid in Pentagon-linked programs to increase US taxpayer funding for Israel with reduced oversight. Representatives Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie also oppose the measure.

Joe Kent endorsed Mark Lynch in the South Carolina GOP Senate primary, criticizing incumbent Sen. Lindsey Graham as a 'war hawk, neocon.' Graham's campaign dismissed Kent's endorsement, citing past Trump remarks about Kent, while Trump publicly supported Graham and denounced Lynch. The primary is scheduled for June 9.

Former National Counterterrorism Center Director Joe Kent endorsed South Carolina Senate primary candidate Mark Lynch, criticizing incumbent GOP Senator Lindsey Graham as a 'war hawk, neocon.' Trump supports Graham and has labeled Lynch a 'LUNATIC,' while Lynch aligns with Rep. Thomas Massie, who lost his GOP primary.

President Trump often contradicts his advisors' scripted messages by expressing his true views publicly after being influenced. Four Republicans defected in a House vote to end the Iran conflict, prompting Trump's criticism. He later abandoned a controversial $1.8 billion fund but later criticized reporters for questioning his reversal.

Democrats split on a resolution by Rep. Rashida Tlaib to block U.S. assistance to Israel's war against Hezbollah, a U.S.-designated terrorist group. The measure failed 92-324 as Republicans criticized its omission of Hezbollah and argued it could hinder U.S. military operations in Lebanon. Over half of House Democrats joined Republicans in opposing the resolution, which would require President Donald Trump to withdraw U.S. forces from Lebanon.

President Donald Trump criticized four Republicans who voted with Democrats to limit his war powers regarding the Iran conflict, calling them 'grandstanders' and questioning their patriotism. The resolution was symbolic, and one of the Republicans, Thomas Massie, lost his primary election to a Trump-backed challenger.

The U.S. House passed a resolution requiring President Donald Trump to withdraw from the war with Iran and obtain congressional approval for further military action. The 215-208 vote included four Republicans joining Democrats after six soldiers were killed in an Iranian drone strike. The measure faces uncertainty in the Senate despite bipartisan support.

The U.S. House passed a resolution requiring President Donald Trump to withdraw from the war with Iran and seek congressional approval for further military action, with 215-208 vote. Four Republicans joined Democrats in supporting the measure, which follows a deadly Iranian drone strike in Kuwait and aims to limit presidential authority in the conflict.

The US House of Representatives passed a war powers resolution requiring President Donald Trump to seek Congressional approval or withdraw US forces from Iran, with four Republicans joining Democrats in a 215-208 vote. The resolution moves to the US Senate for prompt consideration under law. Dissenting Republicans included Thomas Massie, Brian Fitzpatrick, Warren Davidson, and Tom Barrett.

The U.S. House passed a resolution to restrict President Donald Trump's military actions in Iran, requiring congressional approval for further operations. The 215-208 vote included four Republicans joining Democrats, marking a significant challenge to Trump's war policies. The measure follows a failed attempt in the House and stalled Senate efforts.

The U.S. House passed a resolution to force President Donald Trump to withdraw from the war with Iran and require congressional approval for further military action, with a 215-208 vote. Four Republicans joined Democrats in supporting the measure, marking a significant rebuke of Trump's handling of the conflict, which has resulted in military casualties and global supply chain disruptions.

The U.S. House passed a resolution to force President Donald Trump to withdraw from the war with Iran and require congressional approval for further military action, voting 215-208. Four Republicans joined Democrats in supporting the measure, which follows a prior failed attempt and aims to limit presidential authority in the conflict that has resulted in military deaths and global supply chain disruptions.

The U.S. House passed a War Powers Resolution to force President Donald Trump to end the war with Iran and require congressional approval for further military action. The 215-208 vote included four Republicans joining Democrats, marking a significant challenge to Trump’s war efforts. The resolution aims to limit presidential authority to escalate military conflicts.

The House passed a resolution to limit President Trump's military actions in Iran, marking Congress' first successful rebuke of his war effort. Four Republicans and Rep. Jared Golden (D-Maine) supported the measure, but it remains symbolic due to the Senate's GOP control and potential presidential veto. Previous attempts to constrain the conflict failed, including a recent 212-212 tie vote.