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- 1House Democrats plan vast oversight of Trump administration▼House Democrats plan vast oversight of Trump administration. Impeachment is an option
House Democrats are laying out plans for extensive oversight of the Trump administration, with congressional investigations into its policies and conduct. Party leaders say impeachment remains an option on the table, though they have not committed to it. The announcement signals Democrats intend to keep sustained pressure on the administration through their investigative powers in Congress.
- 2Trump seeks to withhold $800 million approved by Congress▼Trump seeks to withhold $800 million in Congress-approved funds
President Trump is moving to withhold roughly $800 million in funding that Congress had already approved, according to reports carried by Reuters and multiple US newspapers. The effort raises fresh questions over executive authority and the separation of powers, as lawmakers from both parties weigh whether the administration can refuse to spend money explicitly appropriated by Congress.
- 3Trump rejects Iran deal as GOP fights to hold Congress▼Sunday shows preview: Trump rejects Iran deal after week of high-stakes meetings; GOP clammers to keep Congress
President Trump has rejected a proposed deal with Iran following a week of high-stakes meetings, setting the tone for Sunday's political talk shows. Meanwhile, Republicans are working to keep control of Congress, with the party's legislative prospects in focus. The dual storylines of foreign policy and midterm maneuvering are expected to dominate weekend political discussion.
- 4Trump Moves to Cancel $810 Million in Congress-Approved Spending▼Trump Moves To Cancel $810 Million in Spending Approved by Congress
President Trump is moving to cancel roughly $810 million in federal spending that had already been approved by Congress, according to The Media Line. The effort would claw back appropriated funds, a step that typically requires congressional approval and is likely to provoke resistance from lawmakers in both parties who defend their control over federal budgeting.
- 5Rahul Gandhi holds press conference at Indira Bhawan, New Delhi●LIVE: Press Conference | Indira Bhawan, New Delhi
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is holding a live press conference at Indira Bhawan, the party headquarters in New Delhi. The event is drawing large live audiences, with viewers following his remarks on current political matters. Further details of what was announced were not immediately available beyond the live broadcast of the event.
- 6Congress punts on AI regulation as lawmakers press for action▼Congress kicks AI fight down the road as lawmakers demand action
Congress has once again delayed action on artificial intelligence legislation, according to The Hill, even as lawmakers from both parties call for federal rules on the fast-moving technology. The report highlights growing frustration on Capitol Hill over the gap between demands for AI oversight and Congress's inability to pass meaningful regulation, leaving the US without a comprehensive AI framework while other jurisdictions move ahead.
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CNN reports on the House and Senate districts where Republicans are going on the attack ahead of the US midterm elections, rather than simply defending their current seats. The piece highlights the districts and states the party considers winnable, part of a broader campaign push as both parties compete for control of Congress and voters weigh the economy and other key issues.
- 8VoteVets Pours Millions Into Democratic Midterm Efforts▼VoteVets Spends Millions to Elect Democrats, Shaping Midterms
VoteVets, the veterans-led political organization, is spending millions of dollars to help elect Democratic candidates, a push that could shape the outcome of the upcoming midterm elections. The group, which backs veterans running for office, is directing resources toward key races as both parties fight for control of Congress.
- 9Congress Demands Arrest of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar●Deshdrohi Gyanesh Kumar Should Be Arrested!!! A person who attacks the vote and fundamentally destroys India's democrati
India's Congress Party is holding protests across the country demanding the resignation and arrest of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar, whom it accuses of attacking the vote and undermining India's democratic institutions. Party leaders have branded him a 'deshdrohi' (traitor), framing the agitation as a defence of electoral integrity amid ongoing disputes over the Election Commission's conduct.
- 10Fetterman breaks with Democrats on Iran War Powers resolution▼Fetterman bucks party again, votes against Iran War Powers resolution
Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman voted against a Democratic-led War Powers resolution aimed at limiting US military action against Iran, again diverging from his party. The vote puts him alongside Republicans on one of the most contentious foreign policy questions in Congress, drawing criticism from progressive voters and praise from conservatives. It is the latest in a string of occasions where Fetterman has broken with Senate Democrats.
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The New York Times is running an analysis asking who is winning the race for Congress, examining which party currently holds the advantage in the battle for control of the House and Senate. The piece weighs polling, fundraising and key races as voters and commentators assess the state of play ahead of the elections.
- 12Congress sweeps Gujarat poll as BJP draws a blank●Gujarat में बीजेपी का सूपड़ा साफ, Congress 24, बीजेपी 0 | Rahul Gandhi | PM Modi | Amit Shah #dblive
The BJP has reportedly been routed in Gujarat, with results showing the Congress winning 24 contests while the ruling party failed to open its account. The outcome is being read as a setback in a state long considered a BJP stronghold, the home turf of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah, with Rahul Gandhi's Congress celebrating the sweep.
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Coverage is building around the 2026 United States midterm elections, with early polling on Congress drawing attention. Commentators are watching which party will control the House and Senate, and how the results could shape the second half of President Trump's term. It is still far from election day, so most discussion centers on early indicators rather than concrete races.
- 14Congress launches nationwide protest with Jantar Mantar demonstrations●Modi's Bhajan Clubbing | Jantar Mantar 2.0 | Congress's Pan India Protest
India's Congress party is holding protests across the country, including gatherings at Jantar Mantar in Delhi, in what organisers describe as a pan-India agitation against the Modi government. Supporters are using devotional songs and bhajan-style gatherings as a form of demonstration, drawing comparisons to earlier protest movements at the site. The protests have drawn wide attention online.
- 15Congress Slams Election Commission Over Mass Disenfranchisement▼‘Piecemeal damage control will not mitigate mass disenfranchisement’: Congress slams EC
India's Congress party has attacked the Election Commission, declaring that 'piecemeal damage control will not mitigate mass disenfranchisement'. The statement signals an escalation in the party's confrontation with the electoral authority, accusing it of failing to address widespread voter exclusion. The opposition is demanding comprehensive corrective measures rather than limited fixes, framing the issue as a threat to electoral fairness in India.
- 16Court Ruling Reshapes Missouri's Congressional Map▼Court Ruling Impacts Missouri's Congressional Map
A court ruling is affecting Missouri's congressional district map, with potential consequences for how the state's US House seats are drawn. Redistricting decisions in Missouri carry weight for both parties, since boundary changes can shift the competitiveness of districts and influence control of Congress. Details of the ruling and its specific impact on the map remain limited.
- 17Rahul Gandhi addresses students at live event in Indore●LIVE: LoP Shri Rahul Gandhi | The Students' Voice | Indore, Madhya Pradesh
Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in India's Lok Sabha, is speaking at a live event titled 'The Students' Voice' in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The Indian National Congress is streaming his address, which has drawn large online attention as the party engages directly with students in the state.
- 18Congress calls Election Commission's SIR reply 'damage control'▼Congress calls EC’s SIR response ‘damage control’, says concerns remain unaddressed
India's Congress party has dismissed the Election Commission's response on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls as 'damage control', arguing that the opposition's concerns over the exercise remain unaddressed. The party says questions about the revision process and its impact on voters have not been answered. The exchange adds to ongoing political tension over the credibility of the poll body and its handling of the voter list update.
- 19Former BSP Minister Joins Congress Ahead of UP Polls●Former BSP Minister, others join Congress in run-up to Uttar Pradesh Assembly polls
A former minister from the Bahujan Samaj Party has joined the Congress, along with several others, ahead of the Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections. The switch is being read as part of Congress's effort to bolster its ranks in the state, where it has struggled electorally in recent years. More details about the defectors' profiles and motivations have not yet been reported.
- 20Some Iowa GOP Lawmakers Broke With Trump This Month▼Inside Iowa Politics: The month some Iowa GOP members of Congress disagreed with President
Regional news outlets across Iowa are running an 'Inside Iowa Politics' segment examining the past month, during which several Republican members of Congress from Iowa disagreed with President Trump on certain issues. The reports highlight growing instances of divergence between the state's GOP congressional delegation and the president, a notable development in a state where party unity has typically been strong heading into future election cycles.
- 21Congress lawyers clash with police at Delhi's Sansad Marg station●Congress lawyers clash with police at Sansad Marg station over Gyanesh Kumar! Female lawyer repri...
Lawyers from India's Congress party clashed with police at Sansad Marg police station in New Delhi, with a female lawyer seen reprimanding officers, in a protest connected to Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The confrontation drew wide attention as tensions between the opposition and the election authorities continue to escalate.
- 22Congress to hold self-respect meeting over Haldwani 'purification' ritual▼Congress to hold self-respect meeting over Haldwani ‘purification’ ritual
India's Congress party is set to organise a 'self-respect meeting' in Haldwani, Uttarakhand, in response to a reported 'purification' ritual that sparked controversy. The party is framing the event as a stand against what it sees as a divisive and demeaning practice, turning the incident into a political issue in the region.
- 23Congress slams Maharashtra government over data-centre push amid drought●Congress attacks Maharashtra government for data-centre industry expansion push amid drought
India's Congress party has accused the Maharashtra state government of prioritising the expansion of the data-centre industry while much of the state faces drought conditions. The party argues that promoting water- and power-intensive infrastructure during a water crisis shows misplaced priorities, and is demanding the government focus instead on drought relief and farmers' needs.