American politician, House Majority Leader since 2023
House Republicans have advanced a 47-page reconciliation budget resolution that would steer roughly $60 billion toward the Iran war, add funds for intelligence, agriculture and election changes, and package parts of the SAVE America Act. Democrats have opposed the plan and more than 100 House Democrats have recorded votes to withhold military aid to Israel, exposing deep party divisions ahead of the midterms.
Democratic state official Francesca Hong has seen a shift in her gubernatorial bid as old social media posts are scrutinized. While she emphasizes focusing on policy and delivering for Wisconsinites, Republicans and some Democrats worry about electability in a close general election. The race is drawing national attention as endorsements and opposition converge ahead of the August primary.
Rep. Max Miller has refused to withdraw from Ohio's 7th congressional race after his ex-wife accused him of domestic abuse and the House Ethics Committee opened an inquiry. Party leaders missed the deadline to replace him on the general-election ballot, and Democratic groups have moved to boost challenger Brian Poindexter with millions in ad spending.
The Jones Act remains a focal point as critics argue the century‑old protectionist law has left US shipbuilding underdeveloped. New data show only 92 Jones Act‑eligible vessels and a shrinking domestic fleet, while costs to Hawaii, Puerto Rico and other ports remain high.
Federal permitting for Enbridge Line 5 tunnel advances amid court battles and tribal rights concerns, with opponents pledging new lawsuits as regulators revisit key permits. Officials say the project will undergo environmental review while tribes warn of sacred lands and endangered species impacts.
Rep. Chuck Edwards has been censured by the House Ethics Committee for sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment. The move follows Axios reporting that he singled out two young female staffers. Edwards, who has dropped his reelection bid, argues the conduct was not sexual harassment and defends gifts and interactions with staffers.
The House has censured a North Carolina congressman in a rare, bipartisan rebuke after a four‑month Ethics Committee probe found a pattern of unprofessional conduct toward two female staffers. The vote, 413–2, underscores ongoing concerns about safeguarding staff and workplace culture in Congress.
The Independent reports a Dallas midterm convention that invites donors to a $250,000 roundtable, with cheaper options for photos and smaller groups. Despite questions about the event’s purpose and pricing, organizers say the purpose is to fund campaigns as Republicans push to energize voters ahead of November. Trump is backing the ticket while some candidates face tough races.
Former president Barack Obama has urged House Democrats to build a public framework for AI safety and economic impacts after researchers warned of existential risks. Top AI executives including Anthropic's Dario Amodei and OpenAI's Sam Altman have pledged steps to slow frontier work, while lawmakers remain split over emergency action ahead of midterm campaigning.
Legislation to make AI data centers pay for grid upgrades has stalled after a Senate objection, while House supporters say the measure is a modest step to shield ratepayers from higher bills amid rising AI infrastructure costs.
The Protect College Sports Act has cleared the Senate with broad bipartisan support and is moving toward a House vote. It codifies NIL rights, tightens transfers and eligibility rules, and creates a retention pool to fund women’s and Olympic sports. The House faces challenges from CBC opposition and concerns over antitrust protections as lawmakers weigh the bill’s path to law.