House Democrat backs off rogue attempt to force Trump impeachment vote

Washington — Democratic Rep. Shri Thanedar of Michigan backed down from his attempt to force a vote on impeaching President Trump after it lacked support from his own party.  The House was expected to vote Wednesday evening to table Thanedar’s motion to impeach Mr. Trump for alleged high crimes and misdemeanors, which would have effectively

House Committee Advances Changes to Medicaid After Marathon Hearing

The party-line vote was a first step in bringing the budget reconciliation bill to the full House. The House Energy and Commerce Committee approved changes to Medicaid that will reduce federal spending by $712 billion over 10 years.  The approval came in a party-line 30–24 on May 14 after a marathon session lasting more than