Tag #Congress

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House Blocks Release of Matt Gaetz Ethics Report

The House voted 206-198 to prevent the release of a House Ethics Committee report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.), who withdrew from consideration as Attorney General amidst allegations of sexual misconduct and drug use; Rep. Tom McClintock (R-Calif.) was the only Republican to oppose the measure...

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Windfall Elimination Provision: Impact and Debate

The Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) reduces Social Security benefits for retirees who also receive a non-covered pension, affecting roughly 3% of recipients; it aims to prevent higher earners from receiving disproportionately high benefits.

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Bomb Threats Target Connecticut Democrats

On Thursday, five Democratic members of Congress from Connecticut received bomb threats; law enforcement found no explosives. These threats followed similar threats against President-elect Trump's appointees on Wednesday.

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GOP Seeks to Ban Transgender Congresswoman from Women's Restrooms

House Republicans seek to ban Representative-elect Sarah McBride from using women's restrooms, sparking controversy and highlighting the ongoing debate on transgender rights.

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Gender Equality
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Gaetz Accused of Sexual Misconduct

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz faces multiple accusations of sexual misconduct, prompting an ethics investigation and raising questions about the release of the committee's report.

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Gender Equality
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Trump's Plan to Abolish Department of Education Faces Steep Challenges

Analysis of President-elect Trump's proposed abolishment of the Department of Education and the legal and political hurdles involved.

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Secret Service Director, Congressman Clash at Hearing on Trump Assassination Attempts

During a heated House Assassination Task Force hearing on Thursday, Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe clashed with Rep. Pat Fallon (R-Texas) over security arrangements at a 9/11 commemoration event attended by Trump, Biden, and Harris, following two assassination attempts on Trump.

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Incoming Congressman Mackenzie Details "Whirlwind" Transition, Republican Congress Plans

Rep.-elect Ryan Mackenzie (R-Penn.) describes his transition into Congress as a "whirlwind," detailing the extensive training and preparations undertaken by 57 new House members, including ethics, HR, cybersecurity, and legislative preparations while simultaneously setting up their offices. Republic...

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Trump Nominates Pro-Labor Republican for Labor Secretary

President-elect Trump's nomination of Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer for Secretary of Labor sparks debate due to her pro-labor record and Trump's past anti-union stances.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Indian State Elections Test Modi's Popularity

State elections in India's Maharashtra and Jharkhand test the popularity of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's party.

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Republicans' Reconciliation Plans for 119th Congress

Republicans plan to use reconciliation to pass a wide-ranging bill containing tax cuts, deficit reduction measures, and conservative policy changes in the upcoming Congress, pushing the limits of what's acceptable within the process.

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Trump's First Week: Key Developments

Analysis of Donald Trump's first week as president-elect, covering his team formation, congressional support, potential Senate opposition, legal challenges, and focus on China.

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