House Republican leadership could hold another vote to advance legislation Wednesday after an extraordinary conservative revolt blocked the bills from moving to the floor one day earlier — but it is still unclear if there is enough support to move the measures forward. The House is scheduled to vote on a rule to advance four…
Author: Mychael Schnell
These House Republicans revolted against GOP leaders on rule vote
House conservatives revolted against Republican leadership Tuesday, blocking four bills from coming to the floor for a vote in retaliation for the debt ceiling bill crafted by Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) and President Biden, which was signed into law days earlier. The rebuke — which played out in a dramatic scene on the House floor…
House GOP to turn up heat on feds over gas stoves
House Republicans are turning up the heat on fed officials over gas stoves this week, taking up legislation aimed at preventing bans of the appliances. The conference is set to consider two bills related to gas stoves: one that would prohibit the use of federal funds to ban the devices, and another that calls for blocking…
Welcome to My Office: Rep. Jared Moskowitz has his sneakers on and is ready to work
Editor’s note: ‘Welcome to My Office’ is a new video series from The Hill that takes readers behind the scenes to the offices of congressional staffers, senators, House lawmakers and more. If sneakers are the new dress shoe, freshman Rep. Jared Moskowitz is ready. The Florida Democrat says he has more than 150 pairs of…
Hoyer endorses Angela Alsobrooks in Maryland Senate race
Rep. Steny Hoyer (D-Md.) endorsed Angela Alsobrooks (D) in Maryland’s Senate race on Thursday, throwing his support behind the Prince George’s county executive over his House colleague, Rep. David Trone (D-Md.). Hoyer — who previously served as House majority leader — endorsed Alsobrooks during a campaign event in Suitland, Maryland. “I proudly offer Angela Alsobrooks my…
House passes bill to raise debt ceiling
The House on Wednesday night passed a bipartisan bill to suspend the debt ceiling, overcoming vocal opposition from conservative and liberal lawmakers and bringing the country one step closer to avoiding an economy-rattling default ahead of next week’s deadline. The legislation — which was crafted through negotiations between President Biden, Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) and their…
Utah Republican announces resignation from Congress
Rep. Chris Stewart (R-Utah) announced Wednesday that he will resign from Congress, citing his wife’s health issues. “It has been one of the great honors of my life to serve the good people of Utah in Congress,” Stewart said in a statement. “My wife and I have made so many dear friends and memories throughout…
Debt ceiling bill clears key procedural hurdle to advance to House floor
The House Rules Committee advanced the debt ceiling bill to the floor Tuesday night, clearing a key hurdle as the legislation faces opposition from both Democrats and Republicans. The panel voted 7-6 to adopt the rule — which governs debate on the legislation — with Republican Reps. Chip Roy (Texas) and Ralph Norman (S.C.) joining…
Massie says he plans to help advance debt limit bill
Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) said Tuesday he plans to vote for the rule governing debate over the debt limit bill, virtually ensuring the legislation’s advancement to the House floor despite conservative opposition. Massie — a conservative lawmaker who sits on the House Rules Committee — announced his intent to vote for the rule during the…
Here are the House Republicans who said they will vote against debt ceiling bill
House GOP leaders are racing to secure support for the debt ceiling deal that Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) struck with President Biden as they face growing criticism from Republicans. The bill needs a simple majority to clear the House and head to the Senate, and many Democrats are expected to support the measure, helping it…