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By Roger A. Agana Published June 8, 2026 The U.S. House passed legislation on Monday to extend its independent religious freedom commission through 2028, with Nigeria’s persecution crisis at the centre of floor debate. Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) authored HR 1744, the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) Reauthorization Act of 2026, which passed with overwhelming bipartisan support. The bill sustains federal funding and authorisation for USCIRF, an independent, bipartisan legislative branch agency, through fiscal year 2028. A bipartisan companion bill introduced in

By Lu Ke Published June 8, 2026 As the world marked the 37th anniversary of the Tiananmen Square crackdown, U.S. Rep. Chris Smith used the occasion to draw connections between the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) response to dissent and concerns about alleged efforts to intimidate critics and activists beyond China’s borders. In an opinion piece published by Fox News on June 8, Smith, chairman of the Congressional-Executive Commission on China (CECC), argued that the legacy of Tiananmen remains relevant today as lawmakers confront what they describe as growing instances of “transnational repres

Today, Congresswomen Suzan DelBene (WA-01), Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Emilia Sykes (OH-13), and Judy Chu (CA-28) led 83 of their colleagues in conducting oversight of the recently-launched Moms.gov. The letter demands that Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. provide answers about the department’s goals in developing, funding, reviewing, and operating Moms.gov. Moms.gov launched in May with the purported goal of offering guidance to expectant mothers, but the website instead features potentially harmful information about crisis pregnancy centers and puts sensitive he

Today, the U.S. House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) Reauthorization Act of 2026 (HR 1744), legislation authored by Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) to extend and authorize annual appropriations for USCIRF through fiscal year 2028. During the floor debate on HR 1744, Smith reiterated the necessity of continued federal funding for the Commission: “USCIRF’s high-quality reporting and high-profile commissioners influence the State Department’s work on religious freedom, making it more transparent, honest and effective. “The

WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor (FL-14) today called on the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Gov. DeSantis and Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson to move quickly to deliver $346 million in long-delayed savings she championed for Florida families. The rebates are designed to help families lower their monthly utility bills through home energy-efficiency improvements, weatherization upgrades and more efficient appliances. “Floridians are paying too much for nearly everything right now—from housing and insurance to groceries and utility bills. Energy costs remain a significan

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on Fox News’ The Sunday Briefing with Jacqui Heinrich, where he highlighted Democrats’ commitment to ending Donald Trump’s war of choice in the Middle East, lowering the high cost of living and pushing back on the corruption being unleashed by Republicans in Washington, DC and across the country. […]

A devastating parasite is threatening to upend President Donald Trump’s efforts to lower beef prices ahead of November’s midterms. The New World screwworm, which often kills untreated livestock, has been discovered in two calves near the Mexican border in south Texas in the past week. The pest’s reemergence in the U.S. is alarming agriculture officials, ranchers and beef industry leaders who have spent months attempting to prepare for its anticipated arrival as ground beef and steaks fetch record-high sums. Administration officials insist the screwworm’s return does not threaten the country’s

In new letter to DOT Secretary Duffy, leaders demand answers for the secret, politically driven process that resulted in the appointment of Penn Transformation Partners as the “master developer” for the Penn Station renovation   NEW YORK, N.Y. – Today, Congressman Jerrold Nadler (NY-12), Manhattan Borough President Brad Hoylman-Sigal, NYC Comptroller Mark Levine, Assemblymembers Tony Simone (District 75) and Micah Lasher (District 69), State Senators Liz Krueger (District 28) and Erik Bottcher (District 47), and New York City Councilmember Carl Wilson (District 3) railed against Donald Tru

Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MS NOW’s PoliticsNation, where he highlighted the contrast between the extreme MAGA Republicans, who continue to visit chaos, cruelty and corruption on the country, and Democrats, who are fighting hard to make life better for hardworking American taxpayers. REV. AL SHARPTON: Joining me now is the Democratic Leader […]

White Coat Waste and House Republicans Lead Charge to Defund Cruel Animal Testing in FY27 Spending Bills Cassandra MacDonald | The Gateway Pundit GOP lawmakers have advanced provisions that prohibit taxpayer dollars from funding painful and unnecessary tests on pets and block grotesque experiments involving gender-transition procedures on animals. The House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, […] The post White Coat Waste and House Republicans Lead Charge to Defund Cruel Animal Testing in FY27 Spending Bills appeared first on Cloud.

Rep. Cloud to Newsmax: ICE Funding Is ‘Long Overdue’ James Morely III | Newsmax Rep. Michael Cloud, R-Texas, said Saturday that he expects the House to approve the Senate’s reconciliation package that would provide nearly $70 billion in funding for the Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), U.S. Customs and Border Protection, […] The post Rep. Cloud to Newsmax: ICE Funding Is ‘Long Overdue’ appeared first on Cloud.

On June 4, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent appeared before my Ways and Means Committee to share how the Working Families...

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, the Chairs of the Congressional Motorcycle Caucus, Representatives Troy Balderson (OH-12), Tim Walberg (MI-5), Donald Norcross (NJ-1), and Derrick Van Orden (WI-3) hosted the third annual Ride to Work Day at the U.S. Capitol to promote motorcycle awareness. They were joined by Reps. Warren Davidson (OH-8) and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (WA-3). The Chairs released the following statement after the ride: “s Chairs of the Congressional Motorcycle Caucus, it was an honor to host the third annual Ride to Work Day at the U.S. Capitol. As our nation celebrates 250 years of

Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand visited the Mt Van Hoevenberg Olympic Sports Complex and met with officials amidst New York State’s interest in pursuing the bid to host the 2042 Winter Games. The visit highlights growing statewide momentum to bring the global winter sports stage back to New York State, leveraging its world-class facilities and multimillion-dollar […] The post Senator Gillibrand Visits The Mt Van Hoevenberg Olympic Sports Complex, Reaffirms New York State’s Interest In Pursuing Olympic Bid appeared first on Kirsten Gillibrand | U.S. Senator for New York.

Washington, DC – Today, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Crime Rep. Lucy McBath (D-GA-06) hosted a Spotlight Hearing on Gun Violence Prevention titled “Resilience & Innovation: How Communities Are Leveraging Democratic Investments to Combat Gun Violence.” The hearing, held on National Gun Violence Awareness Day, examined how state and local leaders have successfully reduced gun violence using […]

WASHINGTON, DC— Ways and Means Committee Ranking Member Richard E. Neal (D-MA) released the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released the May 2026 jobs report: “Another month in the books for the Trump economy, and workers still can’t keep up with the failure. With gas up 50% and airfare up 20%, Trump’s inflation […]

Denver — Colorado U.S. Senators Michael Bennet and John Hickenlooper celebrated Colorado being chosen as one of 10 states to participate in the Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) Medicaid Demonstration Program as a result of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act.  CCBHCs offer comprehensive behavioral health care to anyone who requests care for mental health […] The post Bennet, Hickenlooper Celebrate Colorado Selection for Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic Medicaid Demonstration Program appeared first on U.S. Senator Michael Bennet.

Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, stood in Columbia County to announce a major bipartisan push for historic preservation funding. In a letter to Senate Interior Appropriations Subcommittee leadership, Gillibrand called for $250 million to be allocated to the Historic Preservation Fund (HPF), which is overseen by the National Park Service […] The post Senator Gillibrand Calls For $250 Million To Preserve Our History For The 250th Anniversary Of America appeared first on Kirsten Gillibrand | U.S. Senator for New York.

Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee and the Senate Intelligence Committee, issued the following statement in response to President Trump telling the Wall Street Journal he plans to have acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte – who didn’t even have a security clearancewhen he was named to the position – […] The post Gillibrand Statement On Trump Demanding Bill Pulte Gut Intelligence Agencies appeared first on Kirsten Gillibrand | U.S. Senator for New York.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Dave Joyce (OH-14) announced Evan Gliesman as the winner of the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for Ohio’s 14th Congressional District. Evan, a junior at Mentor High School, won with his submission, Trying Too Hard. His artwork will be displayed in the U.S. Capitol for an entire year. The competition’s honorable mentions include: “The Congressional Art Competition […] The post Joyce Announces 2026 Congressional Art Competition Winner appeared first on Dave Joyce.

The Congressman brings millions back to his district’s aerospace and defense companies, securing thousands of local jobs

The week of June 1, 2026, I was in India, attending to a serious medical emergency involving my mother. During that time, I unfortunately missed the votes listed below on the House Floor. Please find information on how I would… The post Jayapal Voting Positions — Week of June 1, 2026 appeared first on Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) this week delivered remarks from the Senate floor underscoring how an attack by the Trump Administration on Cuba would be another reckless and illegal use of U.S. military power. In his remarks, Senator Welch emphasized the overwhelming opposition to a war with Cuba, especially amid President Trump’s war with Iran.  “Like so many of the President’s apocalyptic predictions, there’s no sign the administration wants to […]

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced today that Tom Suozzi will be appointed to the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party. “Today, I am honored to appoint Rep. Tom Suozzi to the Select Committee on the Strategic Competition between the United States and the Chinese Communist […]

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representatives Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) and Darin LaHood (IL-16) introduced the Boxing Therapy for Parkinson’s Access Act to expand access to evidence-based boxing programs for veterans and individuals living with Parkinson’s. Specifically, the bill will reduce financial barriers and ensure greater access to these programs for our nation’s veterans living with Parkinson’s and movement disorders. “Our veterans sacrificed so much for […] The post Budzinski, LaHood Introduce Bill to Support Veterans Battling Parkinson’s appeared first on Nikki Budzinski.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, Congressman Jason Smith (MO-08), Congressman Mark Alford (MO-04), and Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) introduced the...

This effort champions the preservation of missions and servicemembers, like those at Battle Creek in Michigan. WASHINGTON, D.C. – This week, U.S. Senators Elissa Slotkin (D-MI), Ted Cruz (R-TX), and Mark Kelly (D-AZ) introduced the Sustainment of Unmanned Systems, Total Force Aircraft Inventory, and National Guard Protection (SUSTAIN) Act. The legislation bars the Air Force […] The post Slotkin Joins Bipartisan Effort to Protect Battle Creek Missions appeared first on Senator Elissa Slotkin.

A confirmed case of new world screwworm arrived in South Texas this week Washington, DC – Yesterday, Representative Frank D. Lucas (OK-03) at a hearing supported Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and her efforts to combat new world screwworm. Lucas emphasized the importance of resource allocation to fund new facilities and increase production in current facilities. Partial […] The post Rep. Lucas Supports USDA’s Response Efforts to Combat New World Screwworm appeared first on Frank Lucas.