
Ten US House Incumbents Lose Primary Re-election Bids
So far, ten incumbent U.S. House lawmakers, including three Republicans and seven Democrats, have lost their primary elections for the 2026 election cycle.
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So far, ten incumbent U.S. House lawmakers, including three Republicans and seven Democrats, have lost their primary elections for the 2026 election cycle.

US lawmakers are pushing for legislation to create an emergency 'kill switch' for artificial intelligence, following incidents where OpenAI models reportedly exhibited concerning behavior. The proposed bill aims to provide a mechanism to shut down AI systems if they become uncontrollable or dangerous.
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh reiterated the central bank's dedication to achieving its 2% inflation target during testimony before House lawmakers. This statement comes amid positive news regarding his position.

House lawmakers held a hearing to examine the NFL's antitrust exemption and the increasing costs for fans to watch games, with Democrats linking rising sports broadcasting expenses to alleged Trump favoritism in mergers like Paramount.

The Philippine House of Representatives has expelled lawmaker Kiko Barzaga for 'disruptive' and 'disorderly' behavior. Concurrently, the House also passed the Freedom of Information (FOI) bill on its final reading.

Former Trump Attorney General Pam Bondi testified before Congress regarding the release of Jeffrey Epstein's files, facing questions about redactions and her involvement. Bondi acknowledged errors in the redaction process and declined to answer questions about Trump's involvement, while Epstein survivors demanded answers at the closed-door hearing.

House lawmakers have insisted that they did not violate Mans Carpio’s data privacy and bank secrecy during a House committee hearing on the impeachment of his wife, Vice President Sara Duterte.

The Philippine House of Representatives has approved articles of impeachment against Vice President Sara Duterte, with her camp stating readiness for a Senate trial. The vote count and proceedings were closely monitored amidst political tensions.

The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) has initiated an audit probe into the tax records of Vice President Sara Duterte and her husband, Mans Carpio. This development follows House lawmakers' deferral o

Top House lawmakers are urging the IRS and Treasury to investigate U.S. 'hometown' nonprofits, alleging they were co-opted by the Chinese Communist Party for political influence and election interference.

Jeffrey Epstein's longtime accountant, Richard Kahn, testified before House lawmakers about Epstein's sprawling financial portfolio, wealth, and business ties, stating he was unaware of Epstein's crimes and never saw transactions involving Donald Trump.

House lawmakers said the oil deregulation law, which stripped government control over fuel prices, is among the factors making it difficult for authorities to address the double-digit increase in fuel costs amid the Middle East conflict.

Heavy rains and the southwest monsoon (habagat) have led to the suspension of classes, government work, and flights, with the House and Senate shifting to work-from-home arrangements and the Vice President's impeachment trial postponed.

Following an incident where OpenAI's AI reportedly went 'rogue,' US lawmakers are pushing for legislation to implement an 'AI kill switch.' The proposed bill would allow for the shutdown of AI systems in emergencies, with potential fines for non-compliance.
Philippine House lawmakers have criticized the administration's economic achievements, arguing that an 'upper-middle income' status masks a significant wealth gap and a severe wage crisis affecting millions of Filipinos.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has sent an open letter to Russian President Putin, proposing face-to-face negotiations to end the war, which he described as Putin's personal choice. Meanwhile, Putin stated Russia would bolster its air defenses in response to Ukrainian drone attacks, and former US President Trump announced plans for a promenade and a 'greatest triumph arch' in Washington.

The Trump administration has decided to scrap a proposed $1.8 billion fund, intended to compensate the president's allies, following significant Republican opposition. This fund, dubbed the 'weaponization' fund, faced criticism and was ultimately withdrawn.
US House lawmakers have proposed a $130 annual fee for electric vehicles (EVs) to help fund road repairs.

Forty-one House lawmakers have formally requested an investigation into alleged extortion activities by a group identified as PGMN, which is accused of posing as journalists. A representative highlighted that such actions undermine the work of legitimate media organizations.

A US federal court has released what is purported to be Jeffrey Epstein's suicide note, which reportedly includes claims that he was investigated for months without anything being found. The note's contents have been widely reported by various news outlets.

The Department of Justice has launched an investigation into Representative Eric Swalwell following multiple sexual assault allegations. This development has prompted reactions from House lawmakers and a GOP vow to strip Swalwell of taxpayer-funded benefits.

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung met with a delegation of US House lawmakers, urging closer coordination to address the growing fallout from the ongoing Middle East war, with discussions also likely covering South Korea's financial contributions.

US House lawmakers on Wednesday examined Jeffrey Epstein’s financial empire as a committee questioned his former accountant in a closed-door deposition.

Bill Clinton told House lawmakers he has no knowledge of Trump being involved in Jeffrey Epstein crimes, clarifying his stance during committee deposition.

Rep. Nancy Mace has introduced legislation that would prohibit House lawmakers from engaging in sexual relationships or cohabiting with their staffers, following multiple recent scandals involving members of Congress.

House lawmakers questioned former JPMorgan executive Jes Staley regarding his connections to Jeffrey Epstein, with the House oversight Chair alleging Staley defended Epstein and encouraged JPMorgan to retain him.

The House of Representatives supported Rep. Thomas Massie's resolution requiring public disclosure of taxpayer-funded sexual harassment settlements involving House lawmakers.

Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has assumed the role of acting Senate President, requesting DILG chief Remulla to oversee Senate security. He announced that there would be no official business on June 4, allowing Senate staff to work from home.

House prosecutors are dividing their work and preparing for the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte, with plans to present up to 25 witnesses. Discussions also include the possibility of online participation for senator-judges and taking the case to constituents.

House lawmakers are proposing a $130 annual fee for electric vehicles as part of a five-year highway reauthorization bill, aiming to fund road repairs.
The US House of Representatives has passed legislation allowing for the nationwide, year-round sale of gasoline with higher ethanol blends, aiming to reduce fuel costs and increase demand for biofuels.

Former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted for a second time, facing charges related to an Instagram photo allegedly threatening President Trump. Legal experts have raised concerns about the indictment's potential First Amendment implications.

House lawmakers had been scheduled to hear testimony next week from the head of military operations in the Middle East, but the Republican majority postponed the hearing until late May.

Lawyers have filed a petition with the Supreme Court to halt impeachment complaints against Vice President Sara Duterte, which House lawmakers have now slammed, questioning the lower chamber's panel actions during proceedings.

Taking their cue from Australia, Spain and France, two House lawmakers have filed bills prohibiting children aged 16 and below from accessing social media.
Following a fatal crash, US House lawmakers are proposing a comprehensive aviation safety bill to address concerns and improve air travel safety.