Speaker Mike Johnson, criticized as one of the worst in history, abruptly adjourned the House to avoid potential votes related to the Epstein files, signaling further deference to Donald Trump. This action exemplifies Johnson’s pattern of prioritizing Trump’s interests over the House’s independence and the constitutional system of checks and balances, even at the expense of his own party members. The article highlights a broader trend of congressional surrender to the executive branch, resulting in reduced oversight and an environment heavily influenced by corporate lobbyists, thereby making it difficult for average citizens to be heard. To address this issue, the article suggests that citizens must organize Congress Watch Groups to hold lawmakers accountable and demand reforms.
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Following calls for transparency regarding the Epstein files, Speaker Mike Johnson abruptly ended the House’s legislative week, postponing votes on measures demanding the release of government documents. This decision delays any potential congressional action until September, allowing the Trump administration more time to manage the fallout from the public’s demand for transparency. Johnson stated the decision was made to give the administration space, despite previously advocating for the release of the files. This move drew criticism, with some members of both parties accusing Johnson of political cowardice and legislative malpractice, especially as some Republicans grow increasingly frustrated by the leadership’s backtracking on the issue.
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The House of Representatives is cutting its session short and heading into recess early due to mounting pressure regarding the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files. A bipartisan group of lawmakers is pushing for a vote to force the release of these files, fueling frustration and hindering the progression of other legislation. Speaker Mike Johnson maintains that the Trump administration needs time to carefully handle the file’s release while Democrats are using the files as a political weapon. Despite the early departure, some Republican lawmakers believe the resolution has the votes to pass if it comes to a vote.
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Epstein furor upends House for second week in row, and it’s clear this story is far from over. What started as a ripple has turned into a wave, crashing against the carefully constructed façade of political decorum. It’s hard to ignore the growing outrage over the alleged connections between Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein. The core issue, as I understand it, is the Republicans are effectively stonewalling any progress in the House. They’re shutting down votes on important legislation, it would seem, because they’re spending their time covering up for Trump.
This situation is infuriating. Many are rightly disgusted by the whole sordid affair, focusing on the harm caused to children.… Continue reading
Rep. Mark Green’s last day in office was Sunday, leaving four vacancies in the House of Representatives. Green, a Republican from Tennessee, announced his retirement last month, citing an opportunity in the private sector. His departure leaves the House with 219 Republicans and 212 Democrats. Green has endorsed Matt Van Epps to replace him, and several other Republican candidates have announced their campaigns as well.
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Rep. Mark Green (R-Tenn.) announced his resignation from Congress, effective July 20th, which will further diminish the already slim Republican majority in the House. Green, who chairs the Homeland Security Committee, cited a return to the private sector to launch a business focused on competing with the Chinese Communist Party as his reason for leaving. This departure presents a challenge for Speaker Mike Johnson, particularly as he navigates the passage of significant legislation. Green’s departure comes after being elected to Congress in 2018.
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The Senate successfully passed President Trump’s megabill after extensive negotiations and a lengthy amendment process, culminating in a tie-breaking vote from Vice President J.D. Vance. Despite Republican defections from Senators Tillis, Paul, and Collins, the bill narrowly passed the upper chamber. However, the legislation faces an uncertain future in the House, where it must overcome significant GOP opposition and address substantial Senate amendments. The Congressional Budget Office estimates the bill will significantly increase the federal deficit over the next decade.
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Representative Mary Miller (R-Ill.) issued a since-deleted social media post expressing disapproval of a Sikh chaplain’s prayer in the House, initially misidentifying him as Muslim. Her statement drew immediate bipartisan condemnation, with Republicans and Democrats alike criticizing her remarks as discriminatory and inconsistent with American values of religious freedom. The guest chaplain, Giani Surinder Singh, offered a prayer for peace and unity. Historically, the House has invited guest chaplains from diverse faiths, reflecting the nation’s religious pluralism.
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The photograph depicts U.S. Representative Lauren Boebert attending a joint session of Congress addressed by President Donald Trump on March 4, 2025. Boebert, a Republican representing Windsor, is shown arriving at the House chamber in Washington, D.C. The image captures a moment preceding the President’s address. This event took place at the U.S. Capitol.
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Ten House Democrats faced criticism from progressives for voting with Republicans to censure Representative Al Green for disrupting President Trump’s speech. The censure, introduced by Representative Dan Newhouse, passed 224-198, with Green and one other Democrat voting present. The Democrats’ actions drew condemnation from figures like Nina Turner and Qasim Rashid, who criticized their lack of support for Green’s protest against Trump’s policies. Conversely, while some Democrats showed solidarity with Green during the censure, the incident highlighted divisions within the Democratic caucus.
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