Tim Walberg

Ontario Premier Doug Ford criticized President Donald Trump for blaming Canada for wildfire smoke affecting the U.S., highlighting Canada's past support to American regions. Trump accused Canada of inadequate forest management via a Truth Social post, while Michigan lawmakers requested a meeting with Canada's ambassador to address wildfire prevention and cross-border smoke threats.

The U.S. House Committee on Education and Workforce approved a legislative package to transfer the Department of Education's functions to other departments, aligning with President Trump's vision to reduce federal oversight in education. The bills aim to shift responsibilities to the Departments of Labor, Treasury, State, and Health and Human Services, though the legislation faces uncertain prospects in the Senate.

The U.S. House Committee on Education and Workforce approved a legislative package to transfer the Department of Education's functions to other federal departments, aligning with President Donald Trump's plan to reduce federal education oversight. The bills aim to shift responsibilities like student aid and international education to agencies such as the Treasury, Labor, and State Departments, though the Senate's narrow GOP majority makes passage uncertain.

A legislative package aimed at reducing the U.S. Department of Education's responsibilities advanced out of a House committee, transferring functions to other federal agencies. The effort aligns with President Trump's plan to return education oversight to states, though the measure faces uncertainty in the Senate due to narrow GOP control.

The U.S. House Committee on Education and Workforce advanced a legislative package to transfer the Department of Education's functions to other federal agencies, aligning with President Donald Trump's plan to reduce the department's role. The proposal faces uncertainty in the Senate due to the narrow Republican majority.

Rep. Tim Walberg introduced a bill to transfer student-loan account management from the Education Department to the Treasury, starting with defaulted borrowers. The proposal is part of House GOP efforts to reduce the Education Department's size, with supporters claiming improved efficiency and critics questioning the Treasury's capability to manage complex loan programs.

Three superintendents from San Francisco Unified School District, Loudoun County, and Chicago Public Schools defended their policies on transgender student inclusion and parental involvement during a congressional hearing titled 'Breaking Trust,' where Republican lawmakers criticized the policies and accused the districts of violating parental rights. The superintendents emphasized creating inclusive school environments and respecting parental partnerships.

Loudoun County Superintendent Aaron Spence testified before the House Education and Workforce Committee about school policies, facing questions from Republican lawmakers regarding a transgender student incident and content policies. Democrats countered by criticizing cuts to education funding, while Republicans expressed skepticism about school systems' handling of transgender student policies.

Three progressive superintendents defended policies promoting transgender inclusion and parental involvement during a congressional hearing. Republican lawmakers criticized the policies as excluding parents and promoting political agendas, while the superintendents emphasized creating inclusive school environments.

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.

Congress approved a $70 billion funding package for the Department of Homeland Security over three years to support mass deportation efforts. The House passed the reconciliation bill 214 to 212, and the Senate approved it 52 to 47. Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Rep. Tim Walberg were notable dissenting Republicans.

The House passed a $70 billion reconciliation package funding U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol operations through the end of President Trump's term. The bill passed 214-212 after intraparty Republican negotiations and faced opposition from some GOP members and all Democrats.

The U.S. House passed a bill requiring parental consent for schools to update student pronouns or gender markers on records to receive federal funding. The bill also prohibits using federal funds to teach 'gender ideology' and mandates parental approval for sex-based accommodations. Critics argue it restricts discussions on transgender topics and undermines student safety.

The U.S. House passed a bill requiring parental consent for schools to update student pronouns or gender markers on records and restricting federal funding for teaching 'gender ideology.' The measure, which passed 217-198, includes provisions blocking federal funds from being used to support 'sex-based accommodations' aligned with a student's gender identity.

The U.S. House passed a bill requiring parental consent for schools to update students' pronouns or gender markers on records and banning federal funds from being used to teach 'gender ideology.' The 217-198 vote included eight Democrats supporting the Republican-led effort, which faces criticism from LGBTQ+ groups and House Democrats for restricting curriculum and student safety.

The U.S. House passed a bill requiring parental consent for public schools to update student pronouns, gender markers, or preferred names on records to receive federal funding. The bill also prohibits using federal funds under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to teach 'gender ideology,' defined as concepts separating gender from biological sex, and drew opposition from LGBTQ+ advocacy groups and some Democrats.

The U.S. House passed a bill requiring parental consent for schools to update student pronouns or gender markers and banning federal funds from being used to teach 'gender ideology.' The 217-198 vote included eight Democrats supporting the Republican-led effort, which faces criticism from LGBTQ+ advocates and some House Democrats for restricting curriculum and student safety.

The U.S. House passed a bill requiring parental consent for schools to update student pronouns, gender markers, or preferred names on records using federal funds. The bill also prohibits using federal funds to teach or advance 'gender ideology' and restricts access to sex-based accommodations without parental approval.

Chairmen John Moolenaar, Bill Cassidy, Tim Walberg, and Senator Jim Banks expressed concerns about the Chinese Communist Party infiltrating American universities and threatening national security. The alarm follows a new U.S. report highlighting potential risks.