House GOP Pushes to Rename Defense Department 'Department of War'
House Republicans are advocating to permanently change the name of the Department of Defense to the 'Department of War,' a proposal that has drawn criticism from Democrats.
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House Republicans are advocating to permanently change the name of the Department of Defense to the 'Department of War,' a proposal that has drawn criticism from Democrats.
Rep. Gregory Meeks stated that Democrats had enough votes for an Iran war resolution before House Republicans canceled the session.
The House of Representatives and Congress have voted to end the Department of Homeland Security shutdown, with House Republicans conceding on ICE funding amidst threats of airport chaos.

GOP infighting threatens to prolong the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown as House Republicans demand a broader reconciliation bill beyond the Senate's immigration-only approach.

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, which has been announced by former President Trump and welcomed by various international leaders. Despite the truce, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that the army would remain in southern Lebanon.

The US Homeland Security shutdown is set to continue as the House of Representatives has failed to hold a vote on the Senate-passed funding bill, despite President Trump's announcement that he will sign an order to pay all DHS employees.

Progress on Department of Homeland Security funding has stalled as public support for Democrats and Republicans becomes more entrenched, deepening the rift after House Republicans rejected a Senate spending bill.

House Republican leaders have endorsed Brandon Herrera, the de facto Republican nominee in a Texas race, despite criticism over past remarks made in videos on his gun-focused YouTube channel.

A growing number of Republican members of Congress are making anti-Muslim statements, particularly in the context of the Iran war, with House GOP leadership remaining publicly silent on the controversial remarks, drawing criticism.

U.S. Middle East envoy reveals what led to the collapse of the Iran nuclear talks, ultimately leading to Operation Epic Fury launch.
One vote to lose: Life inside a chaotic House GOP majority CNN

An Ohio House Republican is moving to have Rep. Al Green censured over his protest at President Trump's State of the Union.

Speaker Mike Johnson is facing increasing difficulties as rebellious House Republicans are reportedly teaming up with Democrats, leading to procedural defeats that threaten Trump's agenda.
The House GOP has voiced its support for former President Donald Trump's suggestion to rename the Department of War, indicating a potential shift in governmental nomenclature.

House Republicans have established a new task force to investigate alleged Medicaid fraud in Ohio. The probe focuses on claims of up to $250 billion in fraudulent activity within the state's Medicaid program.
House Speaker Mike Johnson and Republican leaders managed to quell a GOP revolt, allowing a controversial surveillance bill, along with DHS funding and farm policy bills, to advance.

House Republicans have unveiled legislation aimed at extending a key surveillance authority for an additional three years, until 2029.

The US Homeland Security shutdown persists due to congressional disagreement, with Senator Cramer now calling on House GOP to pass a funding deal. Markwayne Mullin has initiated policy changes at DHS, while some GOP lawmakers push for more action. Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer has stated Democrats will not fund a 'lawless ICE and CPB,' as co-chairs of the House Problem Solvers Caucus describe the environment as 'toxic' amid efforts to end the shutdown.

The US House of Representatives has passed a temporary bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security, addressing the ongoing shutdown and travel chaos at airports, though the shutdown is expected to continue for several weeks.
Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz stated that the House GOP is 'bear hugging the shutdown' by rejecting a Senate bill, indicating a standoff over government funding.

Seventy House Republicans signed a letter urging the Trump administration to take action against illegal Chinese e-cigarettes during ongoing trade talks.

GOP Representative Kevin Hern has launched his Oklahoma Senate bid to replace DHS nominee Markwayne Mullin, vowing to be a loyal ally to President Trump's 'America First' agenda.
The White House has reportedly instructed House Republican members to refrain from discussing "mass deportations" publicly ahead of the upcoming midterm elections, signaling a shift from a previous campaign pledge.
House Republican leaders made the request hours after Gonzales admitted, for the first time, to an affair with a staffer who later died after setting herself on fire.
House GOP campaign chair scoffs at Democrats' move to expand their midterm battleground map to 44 House districts in this year's battle for the House majority

House GOP Whip Tom Emmer blasts Democrats over photo ID rules at the DNC, arguing their stance undercuts their opposition to the SAVE Act and exposes hypocrisy on election security.

GOP lawmakers have initiated a probe into a mail-in ballot error in Maryland that led officials to resend ballots to some voters ahead of the June 23 primary.

Senate Republicans are voicing concerns about their strained relationship with the House GOP, warning that significant changes are needed. This highlights internal divisions within the Republican party.

House GOP leadership is struggling to secure votes for a three-year extension of Section 702 of FISA, as conservative privacy hawks threaten to block the renewal without tougher privacy guardrails.

A "train wreck" vote on FISA legislation has highlighted House Speaker Mike Johnson's tenuous control over the House GOP, especially with a significant Trump-related deadline approaching. This suggests his influence may be waning.

New York GOP lawmakers are launching a pressure campaign on Governor Kathy Hochul, urging her to repeal the state's climate law, citing concerns over soaring energy costs and an affordability crisis.

President Trump has taken executive action to ensure TSA workers receive their salaries, announcing a plan to pay them despite ongoing congressional funding stalls and the partial government shutdown.

The NRCC has launched paid advertisements in 28 districts, accusing vulnerable Democrats of causing the DHS shutdown and the resulting chaos for unpaid TSA agents at airports.

Donald Trump's nominee for a top diplomatic post, Jeremy Carl, has withdrawn from consideration following growing bipartisan backlash over his past controversial race and Israel comments, marking a setback for Trump despite initial support.
At a retreat in Florida, the House GOP plotted its next steps — but the path ahead is murky, and elections are looming.

House Republicans say colleagues who lose primaries could start missing votes — and with just two votes to spare after this week, the margin is tight.

House GOP leaders have asked embattled Rep. Tony Gonzales, R-Texas, to drop his bid for re-election.

House Republicans proposed an energy regulation bill requiring a five-year sunset window. Rep. Craig Goldman's legislation would expire many Biden-era regulations within one year.