Category: House of Representatives

The Midterms Feel Like 2006 All Over Again

The New York Times – On the Runway:
With an unpopular war and high prices agitating voters, members of both parties see parallels to an election cycle when Democrats romped. But a lot has changed.
How Are the Democrats’ Midterm Dreams Shaping Up?

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Democratic divisions, polling misses and Ocasio-Cortez’s egg freezing: the week in politics.
The 5 Congress Members Whose Families Trade the Most Stocks

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Some lawmakers and their families have traded millions of dollars worth of stocks since the start of this term.
Stock Trading in Congress Becomes an Attack Line in Midterm Campaigns

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Republican and Democratic challengers are both using the issue to attack members of Congress as unethical, seizing on a common practice that enrages voters.
Ocasio-Cortez Says She Is Freezing Her Eggs and Still Mulling a Presidential Run

The New York Times – On the Runway:
In a TV interview, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez distanced herself from positions like “defund the police” and indicated she hasn’t ruled out a presidential or Senate run.
Why Congress Wants a Closer U.S.-Israel Defense Partnership

The New York Times – On the Runway:
A proposal making its way through Congress would integrate the U.S. and Israeli defense and intelligence apparatuses more tightly. Some worry that it is a bad idea.
Ohio Senator Calls Former Son-in-Law Accused of Abuse Unfit for Office

The New York Times – On the Runway:
Senator Bernie Moreno, Republican of Ohio, broke his silence about allegations of domestic abuse his daughter has made against Representative Max Miller.
Barney Frank, Gay Pioneer and Liberal Stalwart in Congress, Dies at 86

The New York Times – Business:
Often voted the “brainiest,” “funniest” and “most eloquent” member of the House, he was also the first to come out voluntarily and helped normalize being openly gay in public office.
Bipartisan Bill Would Impose New Annual Fee on Electric Vehicles

The New York Times – Business:
A House transportation bill introduced this week would require owners of electric cars to pay $130 to cover the cost of road repairs.
Immaculate Wilderness, Uncertain Future: Paddling the Boundary Waters

The New York Times – Business:
A proposed copper mine in northern Minnesota has become a battleground for politicians and environmentalists — and a pressing reason to explore the waterways.
Trump Faces a Tough Fight With His New Budget

The New York Times – Business:
Last year, the president proposed many steep spending cuts that Congress never granted. This time, he may face an even tougher sell.
House Narrowly Rejects Air Safety Bill After Pentagon Opposition

The New York Times – Business:
A move to swiftly pass the bill failed by a single vote. It would have required aircraft to carry technology that officials said might have prevented a midair collision near Washington last year.