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The US House of Representatives has passed a bill providing roughly $70 billion for immigration enforcement, according to ABC News. The measure would fund border security and enforcement operations, advancing one of the most contentious areas of American policy. Debate over immigration spending remains highly polarised, with supporters backing tougher enforcement and critics warning of costs and consequences for migrants.
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The first results from France's Senate elections have been published online, according to an announcement from the Senate itself. The indirect elections, held by an electoral college of local representatives, determine the upper house's composition. Early results are being closely watched for what they indicate about the balance of power in the chamber.
- 3Michigan's Tenth District race could decide House controlβΌMichigan's Tenth Congressional race could determine which party controls Congress
The congressional race in Michigan's Tenth District is drawing national attention because it could determine which party wins control of the US House of Representatives. With the chamber's majority expected to hinge on a handful of competitive seats, outcomes in districts like this one are being watched closely by both parties and political observers.
- 4Top forecaster says Democrats flipping the House is a 'done deal'βΌWho Will Win Midterms? Top Election Forecaster Says Democrats Flipping The House Is A βDone Dealβ
A leading election forecaster says Democrats winning control of the House of Representatives in the upcoming US midterms is a 'done deal'. The prediction is drawing attention as analysts and voters weigh whether Democrats can overcome historical patterns that typically hurt the party holding the White House in midterms, with control of Congress at stake.
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The US Senate has passed a bill concerning college athletics and name, image, and likeness (NIL) payments for student-athletes. The legislation would set federal rules for how college athletes can earn money from endorsements and sponsorship deals, an area currently governed by a patchwork of state laws and NCAA policies. Further action by the House of Representatives and the President would be required for it to become law.
- 6Markets Eye divided government as Democrats favored for HouseβΌHistory Says Divided Government Good For Stock Market, With 1 Exception. Prediction Markets Now Say There's A 92% Chance Of Dems Taking The House
Historical data suggests divided government has generally been good for stock markets, with one notable exception. Prediction markets now put the odds of Democrats winning control of the House of Representatives at 92%. Investors are weighing what a split Congress could mean for equities, gridlock on legislation, and market volatility heading into the midterm results.
- 7College Sports Reform Bill Faces Uncertain House PathβΌCollegiate sports reform bill is expected to pass in Senate, but House is unclear
A bill to reform collegiate sports is expected to clear the US Senate, but its chances in the House of Representatives remain uncertain. The legislation would mark a significant change to how college athletics are governed, though details of its provisions and the reasons for the House's unclear outlook have not been specified. Lawmakers and college sports stakeholders are watching closely as the bill advances.
- 8Senate passes Protect College Sports Act amid House uncertaintyβΌProtect College Sports Act passes Senate: Historic bill takes first step, but uncertainty awaits in House
The Protect College Sports Act has passed the Senate, marking the first time the bill has cleared a chamber of Congress. Supporters are calling it a historic step toward federal regulation of college athletics. Its fate now rests with the House of Representatives, where its prospects remain uncertain, leaving advocates unsure whether the legislation will ultimately become law.
- 9College sports reform bill clears Senate, moves to HouseβCollege sports reform bill clears Senate, heads to House
A college sports reform bill has passed the Senate and now moves to the House of Representatives for consideration. The measure targets reform of the college athletics system, an area under scrutiny over athlete compensation and governance. Attention now turns to whether the House will take up and pass the legislation.
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The US Senate has passed the Protect College Sports Act, sending the bill to the House of Representatives for consideration. The legislation concerns college athletics, though the full details of what the bill would do have not been made clear. Attention now turns to whether the House will take up and pass the measure.
- 11Senate Passes Cantwell's Protect College Sports ActβSenate passes Cantwell's Protect College Sports Act, sending bill to rein in collegiate 'chaos' to House
The US Senate has passed Senator Maria Cantwell's Protect College Sports Act, a bill aimed at curbing what lawmakers describe as 'chaos' in college athletics. The legislation now moves to the House of Representatives for consideration. The bill reflects growing bipartisan concern over instability in collegiate sports governance, particularly around player compensation and conference realignment.
- 12US House Passes BRACE Act on Battery RecyclingβΌBattery Recycling for America's Competitive Economy Act: U.S. House of Representatives Passes BRACE Act (H.R. 9615)
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Battery Recycling for America's Competitive Economy Act, known as the BRACE Act (H.R. 9615). The legislation aims to strengthen domestic battery recycling as part of a broader push for supply chain competitiveness and clean energy materials. Analysts note it could shape the battery and critical minerals industry, with attention now turning to the Senate.
- 13Landmark college sports reform bill clears SenateβLandmark college sports reform bill passes Senate, heads for House
A landmark bill to reform college sports has passed the Senate and now moves to the House of Representatives for consideration. The measure, if enacted, would mark one of the most significant changes to how college athletics are governed in the United States. No further details about the bill's contents or lawmakers' reactions were available.
- 14Trump Criticizes Rep. Salazar Over Miami Immigration Ad DisputeβΌTrump turns on Rep. Salazar following report Miami Republicans rejected immigration advertisement
President Trump has publicly turned on Representative Maria Elvira Salazar after reports that Miami Republicans rejected an immigration advertisement. The episode highlights tensions within the GOP over immigration messaging, with Trump distancing himself from a fellow Republican whose South Florida district includes significant Latino voter communities. The fallout is drawing attention to divisions in the party's approach to immigration outreach.
- 15Senate Passes College Sports Bill to House With Uncertain FutureβΌSenate laterals college sports bill to House, but forward progress uncertain
The Senate has sent a college sports bill to the House of Representatives, using a procedural move compared to a lateral in football. While the legislation has cleared one chamber, its prospects in the House remain uncertain, leaving the future of the proposed college sports reforms in doubt as lawmakers weigh next steps.
- 16New Jersey candidates Kean Jr. and Bennett clash over Iran and tariffsβΌNew Jersey Republican Tom Kean Jr. and Democrat Rebecca Bennett clash over war in Iran, tariffs
New Jersey Republican Representative Tom Kean Jr. and Democratic challenger Rebecca Bennett faced off in a contentious debate, sparring over US military action against Iran and the Trump administration's tariff policies. Kean defended his party's positions while Bennett pressed him on the costs of war and trade. Multiple national outlets, including the Associated Press and ABC News, covered the exchange.
- 17Democrats Draw a Line on Palestine Ahead of Possible House FlipβΌDemocrats Draw a Line on Palestine: What a House Flip Could Mean for Human Rights Accountability
Democratic lawmakers are signalling a firmer stance on Palestine, framing a potential flip of the US House of Representatives as an opening for greater human rights accountability in US policy toward Israel and the Palestinians. The discussion centres on whether a new House majority could change committee oversight, conditions on military aid, and congressional scrutiny of the occupation and Gaza.
- 18Thompson Accuses Trump Administration of Weakening Terrorism PreparednessβRanking Member Thompson: Trump Administration Continues to Undermine Americaβs Preparedness Against Terrorism
Representative Bennie Thompson, ranking member of the House Homeland Security Committee, says the Trump administration is continuing to undermine America's preparedness against terrorism. In a statement, Thompson criticized the administration's handling of national security readiness, arguing that policy decisions are leaving the country more vulnerable to terrorist threats. The remarks come from the top Democrat on the committee charged with overseeing homeland defense, making them part of an ongoing partisan dispute over security priorities.
- 19Kathy Castor Lays Out Candidates' Climate and Energy StancesβΌKathy Castor on Climate & Energy: Where the Candidates Stand
US Representative Kathy Castor of Florida is spotlighting where candidates stand on climate and energy policy, in remarks distributed by the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy. Castor, a longtime climate advocate and former chair of the House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis, is highlighting differences between candidates as voters weigh clean energy and emissions policy heading into the election.
- 20Michigan House lawmakers weigh bills ahead of general electionβΌHouse lawmakers consider several items during wind down to general election
Members of the Michigan House of Representatives are working through several legislative items as the session winds down ahead of the general election. With campaigning set to intensify, lawmakers are considering pending bills while their time in session narrows, and attention is turning to what can pass before the election season takes over.
- 21Ted Cruz's college sports bill clears Senate, House fate uncertainβΌTed Cruz's college sports bill passes Senate but House remains unclear
A college sports bill sponsored by Senator Ted Cruz has passed the Senate, but its prospects in the House of Representatives remain uncertain. The legislation, focused on college athletics, now awaits action in the lower chamber, where support is not yet assured. Observers are watching whether House leaders will bring the measure to a vote.
- 22Tom Kean Jr. defends handling of medical absence in House debateβTom Kean Jr. defends his handling of medical absence in key House debate
Representative Tom Kean Jr. of New Jersey faced questions over a medical absence during a key House debate and defended how he handled it. The exchange has drawn attention as Republicans hold a narrow House majority, making each member's attendance and voting record consequential for close legislative fights.
- 23Salazar introduces Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Reauthorization ActβRepresentative Maria Elvira Salazar introduces H.R. 10505: Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2026
Representative Maria Elvira Salazar has introduced H.R. 10505, the Tropical Forest and Coral Reef Conservation Reauthorization Act of 2026, in the US House of Representatives. The bill would reauthorize existing US conservation programs that protect tropical forests and coral reefs. The measure has been filed ahead of current authorizations, with details of funding levels and duration not yet widely reported.
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New Jersey's House race for the 2026 US midterm elections is drawing attention in election coverage. Early focus is on which parties and candidates will contest the state's congressional seats, with New Jersey seen as a potential battleground in the battle for control of the House of Representatives.
- 25Isle of Man: New Members of the House of KeysβΌIsle of Man: Who are the new Members of the House of Keys?
The Isle of Man has new Members of the House of Keys, the island's elected legislative assembly. Attention is focused on the composition of the new intake and what it could mean for the island's government and policy direction in the coming term.
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Candidates vying for a seat in the Illinois House of Representatives faced the public on the state's core issues, laying out their positions on taxes, education funding, and economic development. The forum-style discussion comes as residents weigh how the contenders would handle budgets, schools, and job growth heading into the election.
- 27Nissley and Hamby compete for Pennsylvania's 100th House District seatβΌDave Nissley and Dale Hamby vie for 100th House District seat
Dave Nissley and Dale Hamby are running against each other for the 100th House District seat in Pennsylvania, a race covered by Lancaster-area news outlets. The contest will decide who represents the district in the state House of Representatives. Little additional detail about the candidates' platforms or campaign positions has been reported so far.