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The US House of Representatives, with some Republican support, passed a bill to extend COVID-era healthcare subsidies for three years, but it faces significant opposition in the Senate, making its future uncertain ahead of the midterm elections.
The US House of Representatives passed a bill to remove federal protections for gray wolves nationwide, aiming to give states more control over wolf management, despite concerns from environmental groups about potential threats to wolf populations and legal protections.
Democrats Christian Menefee and Amanda Edwards advanced to a runoff in a special election for Texas's 18th Congressional District, which has been vacant since March. The race is crucial as it could impact the GOP's slim majority in the House. Menefee, Harris County attorney, and Edwards, former Houston City Council member, are vying to serve out the remainder of the term after the death of Democratic Rep. Sylvester Turner. The district's redrawn boundaries and demographic shifts add complexity to the race.
Redistricting ahead of the 2024 US midterms is reshaping the battle for control of the House, with Republican-led states like Texas and Ohio drawing maps favoring their party, while Democrats seek to counteract these changes through initiatives like California's Proposition 50. The process is ongoing in several states, and a Supreme Court decision could further influence the redistricting landscape, impacting the competitiveness of key districts.
Utah's Republican-led Legislature approved a new congressional map that slightly increases the competitiveness for Democrats, though all districts still lean Republican, and the map must be reviewed by a judge. The redistricting follows a court ruling against previous gerrymandered maps, and experts see this as a modest improvement for Democrats' chances in the 2024 midterms.
Democrat James Walkinshaw won a special election for Virginia's 11th Congressional District, succeeding Gerry Connolly, with a significant margin, signaling potential Democratic momentum ahead of the 2026 midterms. Walkinshaw, a former chief of staff to Connolly and Fairfax County supervisor, emphasized his commitment to fighting the Trump agenda and serving his community. The election saw high campaign funding and a strong Democratic performance in a deep-blue district.
Former MLB player Mark Teixeira announced his candidacy for the U.S. House representing a Texas district, running as a Republican and supporting conservative policies, including Trump's agenda.
The US House of Representatives passed a bill to cut $9 billion in funding for public broadcasting and foreign aid, with the bill now heading to President Trump's desk for signing. The move, supported mainly by Republicans, aims to reduce government spending and is seen as the start of further cuts, despite concerns about the impact on emergency services and global aid programs.
Adelita Grijalva, daughter of the late Congressman Raul Grijalva, is projected to win the Democratic primary in Arizona's 7th congressional district, positioning her to succeed her father in the US House, with a general election against Republican Daniel Butierez upcoming in September.
Republican Congresswoman Mary Miller faced backlash after criticizing a Sikh prayer in the US House, initially misidentifying the prayer leader's faith and expressing opposition based on her belief that America was founded as a Christian nation. Her comments sparked widespread condemnation from Democrats, advocacy groups, and the Sikh community, emphasizing the importance of religious tolerance and condemning her remarks as racist and xenophobic.
Former US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, 84, has been hospitalized after sustaining an unspecified injury during an official trip to Luxembourg. Pelosi was part of a bipartisan Congressional delegation marking the 80th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge. Despite her injury, she continues to work from the hospital and looks forward to returning to the US soon. Pelosi, a significant figure in US politics, has served multiple terms as House Speaker and remains an active member of Congress.
The U.S. House of Representatives is set to vote on a defense bill that allocates over $3 billion to help U.S. telecom companies remove Huawei and ZTE equipment from their networks due to security concerns. This funding aims to address a $3.08 billion shortfall in the FCC's "rip and replace" program, which is crucial for maintaining connectivity, especially in rural areas. The bill also includes provisions for assessing China's biotechnology capabilities and efforts to bypass U.S. security regulations. The funding will be sourced from a one-time FCC spectrum auction.
The U.S. House of Representatives is set to vote on a defense bill that allocates over $3 billion to help U.S. telecom companies remove Chinese-made equipment from Huawei and ZTE, addressing security concerns. This funding aims to cover a shortfall in the "rip and replace" program, which is crucial for maintaining connectivity in rural areas. The Federal Communications Commission estimates the total cost at $4.98 billion, and the lack of full funding could risk network shutdowns and impact emergency services.
The U.S. House of Representatives is set to vote on a defense bill that allocates over $3 billion to help U.S. telecom companies remove Huawei and ZTE equipment from their networks due to security concerns. This funding aims to address a $3.08 billion shortfall in the "rip and replace" program, which is crucial for maintaining connectivity, especially in rural areas. The initiative is part of broader efforts to counter Chinese influence and includes other measures like assessing China's biotechnology capabilities.
Democrat Adam Gray has won California's 13th Congressional District, concluding the last unresolved US House race. Republican Rep. John Duarte conceded after the district's results were certified, showing Gray with a 187-vote lead. This victory gives Democrats a net gain of one seat, resulting in a 220-215 Republican majority in the House. The majority could become even tighter with potential vacancies from Republican members leaving for positions in the Trump administration.