Democrats clamored for George Santos’ ouster. Soon they could face having to evict one of their own.
The House Ethics Committee is about to embark on a rare trial to determine Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick’s political future.
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ICE officers now checking IDs in airport security lines
Some Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers have started checking travelers’ identification documents (IDs) after receiving standard training from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), officials from the latter agency said. Acting TSA Administrator Ha Nguyen McNeill told the House Homeland Security Committee on Wednesday that ICE officers deployed to select airports throughout the country were…
Judge asked to take Trump name off Kennedy Center
A Democratic lawmaker has asked a federal judge to stop the Kennedy Center from sticking President Trump’s name on its building and other branding. Rep. Joyce Beatty (D-Ohio), an ex officio member of the performing arts center’s board of trustees, argued in a motion filed Wednesday that Congress plainly established former President John F. Kennedy…
Top Republican: Congress ‘not getting enough answers’ about Iran operation
Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Ala.) on Wednesday criticized the Trump administration for not providing more information on the ongoing conflict with Iran, as the U.S. and Tehran outline demands for bringing an end to the Middle East turmoil. “We want to know more about what’s going on, what the options are and why they’re being considered,”…
Capitol agenda: DHS despair takes hold on the Hill
“I just want to go home,” said one GOP senator granted anonymity to vent amid the funding standoff.
Democrats face test as rare Ethics hearing examines Cherfilus-McCormick fraud allegations
A rare public hearing of the House Ethics Committee on Thursday to examine allegations that Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Fla.) stole millions in Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) funds will put Democrats in a tough spot, complicating an anti-corruption message they are hoping will help them flip the House in November’s midterms. Behind House Minority Leader…
Democratic lawmakers seek to block funds for military action in Cuba
A pair of Democratic lawmakers on Thursday unveiled legislation to block the government from using funds for military action against Cuba without the consent of Congress, as President Trump floats a takeover of the island. The bill was introduced by Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.) and Rep. Gregory Meeks (D-NY), the ranking member of the House…