United States House of Representatives News & Breaking Stories

Former GOP congresswoman Liz Cheney reacts to House Speaker Mike Johnson's release of thousands of hours of Capitol riot footage.

Republican Congressman Warren Davidson is undecided on expelling George Santos, indicted on 23 felonies, despite damning House Ethics Committee report.

Gaetz files ethics complaint against McCarthy for assault. McCarthy denies allegations. Burchett says it was accidental. Chaos in Republican Party.

Students at Georgetown University and other college campuses are organizing to protest Starbucks on Red Cup Day. The Red Cup Rebellion is growing.

Abigail Spanberger, former CIA officer, announced her run for Virginia governor in 2025, sparking interest in her family and political career.

Senator Joe Manchin announced he will not run for re-election in 2024, impacting politics in West Virginia and nationally.

U.S. military bases in Iraq and Syria targeted by drones and rockets in response to support for Israel's actions in Gaza.

Democratic Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia announced he won't seek reelection in 2024, opening a significant opportunity for Republicans.

Democrat Rep. Rashida Tlaib censured by the House for promoting genocidal slogans. Sparks debate on free speech vs. misrepresentation. #RashidaTlaibCensured

Reps. introduce resolutions to censure Rashida Tlaib for "from the river to the sea" slogan, calling it genocidal and supporting terrorism.

Representative Rashida Tlaib demands President Biden's support for a cease-fire to stop "the genocide of the Palestinian people." #CeasefireNow

Rep. George Santos survives a vote to expel him from the House as Republicans and some Democrats withhold punishment pending his trial and ethics investigation.

Republican critics lash out at Democratic U.S. Rep. Jared Golden for changing his position on a proposed assault weapons ban after 19 people were killed by a gunman in Lewiston.

George Santos pleads not guilty to new charges, trial set for September 2024. Prosecutors request a speedy trial.

Republicans elect Rep. Mike Johnson as House speaker, ending weeks of political chaos and ready to get to work.

Representative Mike Johnson becomes Speaker of the House, emphasizing his Christian faith and commitment to American values.

House Republicans nominate Tom Emmer as their candidate for speaker, the third pick in three weeks. Emmer is a moderate with support for same-sex marriage and aid for Ukraine.

Electing Liz Cheney as Speaker of the House would bring stability, isolate extremists, and allow for bipartisan cooperation.

President of Detroit Synagogue Found Stabbed to Death Outside Her Home. Investigation ongoing. Condolences pour in from politicians.

President Joe Biden will deliver a prime-time address to rally support for his approach to conflicts in Israel and Ukraine. The speech aims to galvanize public opinion and pressure lawmakers to provide funding for the wars.

Firebrand Republican Rep. Jim Jordan loses support from more GOP colleagues as he fails to become House speaker.

House Democrats rally behind Representative Hakeem Jeffries as their pick for speaker, despite him failing to reach the majority threshold.

House Democrats are in informal talks with Republicans about finding a bipartisan solution to selecting a new speaker.

Ohio Congressman Jim Jordan is confident he will secure the necessary votes to be elected speaker of the House, despite facing opposition from some members of his own party. Jordan, a polarizing figure in American politics, will need the backing of nearly all 221 GOP lawmakers in order to hold the highest office in Congress. Multiple votes may be held to elect a speaker, as happened in January when Kevin McCarthy won after 15 ballots. Jordan and his allies are pressing House GOP members to vote for him, arguing that the chamber needs a speaker to begin moving legislation again.

Republican Congresswoman Lauren Boebert used campaign donations to fund a party at a bar owned by her Democrat lover, where drag shows are held. Boebert faced backlash after being kicked out of a theater for groping her date during a performance.

Far-right Ohio Republican Jim Jordan faces an uphill battle to secure the 217 votes needed to win the House Speaker nomination.

Former Hamas leader Khaled Mashal urges Muslims worldwide to support Palestine on "Day of Jihad." US increases security measures.

U.S. Senator Bob Menendez has been indicted on charges of acting as a 'foreign agent' and accepting bribes.

House Republicans have nominated Rep. Steve Scalise to be the next House speaker, but deep divisions within the party have delayed the election process. Scalise narrowly beat Rep. Jim Jordan in a private ballot, but it remains uncertain whether lawmakers who supported Jordan will back Scalise in a full House vote. The GOP majority is divided, and Democrats are expected to oppose the Republican nominee.

Republicans struggle to unite and elect Rep. Steve Scalise as the next House speaker following the removal of Rep. Kevin McCarthy.

U.S. Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y., has been charged with conspiracy, wire fraud, and other offenses in a 23-count superseding indictment. The charges include stealing people's identities, making unauthorized charges on donors' credit cards, and lying to the Federal Election Commission. Santos allegedly inflated his campaign's reported receipts and submitted false reports to the FEC to mislead officials and the public. The indictment also alleges that Santos participated in multiple fraudulent schemes. His treasurer, Nancy Marks, has already pleaded guilty to related conduct. Santos has refused to resign and denies the new charges.

Indigenous Peoples' Day, an alternative to Columbus Day, is a day to honor Native Americans' history and culture. It is not yet a federal holiday, but efforts are being made to change that. The Native American Indian Association of Tennessee will hold a pow wow to celebrate and showcase Native American culture.

Palestinian-American Congresswoman blames Israel's "apartheid" government for Hamas attack, faces backlash. Calls for lifting blockade, ending occupation, and dismantling apartheid system.

Former President Donald Trump complies with a gag order by not attacking the judge's staff in his civil fraud trial, but criticizes New York State Attorney General Letitia James instead.

Democratic Texas Rep. Henry Cuellar was carjacked at gunpoint near his residence in Washington, D.C., but escaped unharmed.

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy was ousted by some of his own, with all Democrats and eight Republicans voting to remove him from his role.

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise could be in line for the top job in Congress's lower chamber after Speaker Kevin McCarthy was ousted.

Democratic Congressman carjacked near U.S. Capitol, highlighting rising crime rates and the need for increased security measures.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom will appoint Laphonza Butler, a Democratic strategist and adviser, to fill the vacant U.S. Senate seat previously held by Sen. Dianne Feinstein. Butler will be the only Black woman serving in the Senate and the first openly LGBTQ person to represent California in the chamber. Her appointment will give the Democratic caucus more flexibility on close votes.

Democratic Rep. Jamaal Bowman triggered a fire alarm in a Capitol office building while lawmakers were scrambling to pass a bill to fund the government.

Former President Trump criticizes Nancy Pelosi and mocks her husband during a speech at the California GOP convention. Trump also attacks President Biden and criticizes California's Democratic leadership.

The death of Sen. Dianne Feinstein has put pressure on Gov. Gavin Newsom to choose a successor acceptable to Black Democrats. Newsom's previous decision to replace Sen. Kamala Harris with Sen. Alex Padilla upset Black Democrats, and now there are concerns about his choice for Feinstein's replacement. Rep. Barbara Lee, a Black woman running for Feinstein's seat, would seem like a logical choice, but Newsom previously stated that he would appoint a Black woman on an interim basis. This decision has sparked controversy and protests from Lee and others who believe that appointing a Black woman as a caretaker is insulting. Newsom's relationship with the Black community has been strained, and his decision for Feinstein's replacement will be crucial for his political ambitions.

Texas representative Jasmine Crockett goes viral for speaking out against the inquiry into Joe Biden's impeachment, accusing Republicans of hypocrisy.

US Government Shutdown Looms as Congress Races to Pass Budget; Social Security Payments Unaffected, but New Applications for Social Security Cards Will Be Impacted.

Government shutdown fears loom as Congress and Senate struggle to agree on federal budget, potentially impacting non-essential agencies and services.

Senator Bob Menendez vows to fight new federal corruption charges against him, adopting a defiant stance similar to his previous trial.

Angus Cloud's tragic death from a fentanyl overdose highlights the urgent need for the HALT Fentanyl Act, despite concerns about its potential consequences.

Democratic U.S. Representative Jennifer Wexton of Virginia will not seek re-election after being diagnosed with a rare neurological disorder.

Video of Congresswoman Lauren Boebert's disrespectful actions at a Denver show highlights her disregard for others, making her a target of mockery.

Republican politician Lauren Boebert was escorted out of a Denver theatre for allegedly causing a disturbance during a Broadway musical.