Nancy Mace is under ethics review over housing reimbursement claims, just months after taking heat at a Charleston airport.
Ilhan Omar was sprayed with a foul liquid during a Minneapolis town hall after calling for ICE's abolition. The attacker, identified as Anthony Kazmierczak, was arrested. The incident follows heightened political tensions over immigration and Trump's rhetoric targeting Somali immigrants.
On February 26-27, 2026, Bill and Hillary Clinton testified for six hours each behind closed doors before the Republican-led House Oversight Committee in Chappaqua, New York. Both denied knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's sex crimes. Hillary said she barely knew Epstein and never visited his properties, while Bill denied wrongdoing despite documented associations. The hearings were marked by a leaked photo incident and calls for President Trump to testify.
US officials have briefed Congress on the Iran conflict, but lawmakers remain dissatisfied with the lack of clarity on objectives, timeline, and potential deployment of ground troops. The war has raised concerns over costs, escalation risks, and public support amid ongoing military actions since February 28.
As of early April 2026, the US has deployed nearly 7,000 additional troops, including the 82nd Airborne Division and Marine Expeditionary Units, to the Middle East. The Pentagon is preparing options for limited ground raids targeting strategic Iranian sites such as Kharg Island and areas near the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump has not authorized these operations. Iran warns of fierce resistance and retaliation.
The US is deploying nearly 70,000 troops to the Middle East, including ground forces, as tensions escalate with Iran. The buildup follows Israeli airstrikes on Iranian infrastructure and threats from Iran’s military. The US considers possible ground operations, including a raid on Iran’s nuclear sites, amid ongoing regional conflict.
Former Congressman Mark Sanford is running again for South Carolina's 1st District seat, vacated by Nancy Mace, who is seeking governor. Sanford, 65, aims to focus on reducing the national debt. His campaign faces a crowded primary and comes after a controversial political history.
Multiple members of Congress are under investigation for misconduct, including sexual misconduct, campaign violations, and military actions. Several have resigned or are facing expulsion efforts, highlighting ongoing partisan disputes and accountability issues within the House as of April 22, 2026.