House Republicans Struggle to Meet Budget Target Without Cutting Healthcare
#Congress #MedicaidCongressional Budget Office (CBO) confirmed that House Republicans need to cut Medicaid or Medicare to meet budget targets for passing Trump's agenda. Cuts are disputed by Democrats to protect healthcare for the working class. Trump denies changes, while Republicans push for Medicaid cuts. read more
Congressional Stock Trading Report Reveals Significant Gains and Industry Influence
#Congress #StockTradingA recent report shows that over 20 Congress members saw significant gains in their stock portfolios in 2024, surpassing the S&P500 average. Legislation to ban such trading has stalled, despite public support. read more
Republican Rep. Massie Refuses to Back Speaker Johnson's Re-election
#USPolitics #CongressRepublican Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky adamantly refuses to vote for Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, stating he would not even do so if his fingernails were being pulled out. Johnson, seeking re-election, must now secure the necessary votes amidst opposition. read more
Deadline Looms: Congress Racing to Avoid Government Shutdown on Friday
#GovernmentShutdown #CongressCongress has until midnight Friday to prevent a government shutdown, or federal agencies will close. A shutdown would send hundreds of thousands of federal employees home without pay, impacting various government operations. Social Security checks will not be affected. read more
Congress Extends Funding, Avoids Shutdown with Last-Minute Deal
#Congress #GovernmentShutdownCongress has reached a funding deal just before midnight to avoid a government shutdown, setting a new March deadline with $100 billion in disaster relief and restrictions on U.S. investments in China. The bill also includes provisions for health programs. read more
#Congress #AirportSecurity
Indiana Republican U.S. Rep. Victoria Spartz, charged with bringing a gun through airport security, faces a Class 1 misdemeanor. Spartz, a Second Amendment supporter, mistakenly carried an unloaded firearm while traveling to an international meeting, risking a year in jail and a $2,500 fine if convicted. read more