In A First In US History, Kevin McCarthy Ousted As Sitting House Speaker
Eight Republicans led by Congressman Matt Gaetz voted against McCarthy along with the Democrats in a 216 to 210 votes on Tuesday afternoon.
Oct 04, 2023, 08:00 AM IST
US lawmaker introduces bill to remove Pakistan as major non-NATO ally
The bill introduced by Congressman Andy Biggs seeks to require annual certification from the president with certain conditions for Islamabad to be given such a designation.
Jan 18, 2023, 11:55 AM IST
‘I can no longer…’: Former US presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard quits Democratic Party
Tulsi Gabbard has also urged her fellow independent-minded Democrats to leave the Democratic Party with her.
Oct 12, 2022, 17:40 PM IST
US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi begins Asia trip, no mention of Taiwan
Speaker of the US House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi's Asia trip will focus on "mutual security, economic partnership and democratic governance in the Indo-Pacific region."
Aug 01, 2022, 10:14 AM IST
I will be impeached today by Radical Left, says Donald Trump
Trump had on Tuesday also written a letter fiercely attacking House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and the Democratic opposition for destroying American democracy by attempting a coup against the American head of state.
Dec 18, 2019, 19:02 PM IST
Kim Kardashian hails US House of Representatives for formally recognizing Armenian Genocide
Following the decision, the 39-year-old 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians' star, who proudly embraces her Armenian heritage praised the government for its decision in a post on her Instagram.
Oct 31, 2019, 16:03 PM IST
UN gender agency hails record-breaking number of women in new US Congress
The first Muslim women, Rashida Tlaib, Democrat and Ilhan Omar, Democrat, hailing from Michigan and Minnesota, respectively, also made history and celebrated victory on Tuesday night.
Nov 09, 2018, 14:06 PM IST
Move to posthumously award US Congressional Gold Medal to Mahatma Gandhi
A resolution has been moved in the US House of Representatives.
Oct 02, 2018, 09:30 AM IST
US lawmakers move to to posthumously award Congressional Gold Medal to Mahatma Gandhi
The announcement was made during the popular India Day Parade in New York in August.
Oct 02, 2018, 08:18 AM IST
Donald Trump takes first concrete step towards 2020 re-election, names Brad Parscale as campaign chief
That he was going to attempt to return to the White House is no surprise. But Parscale's appointment as campaign chief indicates how heavily the campaign will rely on social media.
Feb 28, 2018, 07:12 AM IST
2 Indian-Americans vying for Congress from same New York seat
Two Indian-Americans from the Democratic party have thrown their hats in the ring for the US House of Representatives from the same Congressional seat in New York.
Jan 25, 2018, 12:54 PM IST
Stay and work to end shutdowns, or get arrested: US Senator's suggestion to politicians
Senator Michael Bennet's suggestions are also part of a bipartisan accountability law he has tried to push.
Jan 20, 2018, 16:51 PM IST
US House quells Democrat's bid to impeach Donald Trump
The US House of Representatives has overwhelmingly quelled a congressman's resolution to impeach President Donald Trump as many Democratic Party leaders questioned its timing and termed the move as "premature".
Dec 07, 2017, 11:05 AM IST
Trump's limited appeal a warning sign for Republicans ahead of 2018 elections
Democratic election victories in Virginia and New Jersey showed Republicans losing more ground in suburban areas, where President Donald Trump`s unpopularity could cost them dearly in next year`s congressional races.
Nov 09, 2017, 11:02 AM IST
EU raises 'concerns' over US sanctions vote against Russia
The European Union on Wednesday said it held deep reservations over a vote by the US House of Representatives to impose tough new sanctions on Russia that may affect energy flows to Europe.
Jul 26, 2017, 17:55 PM IST
Philippines PM Rodrigo Duterte says will never visit 'lousy' United States
Duterte was responding to remarks by Massachusetts Congressman James McGovern, who told a hearing of the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission that he would protest against such a visit if US President Donald Trump followed through on an invitation to the firebrand Philippine leader.
Jul 21, 2017, 18:38 PM IST
US House passes $700 billion annual defence bill
But the measure faces more hurdles before it can become law, notably because it would increase military spending beyond last year's $619 billion bill, which is barred by the 2011 Budget Control Act's caps on government spending.
Jul 14, 2017, 22:16 PM IST
North Korea sends protest to US Congress over sanctions
North Korea's Parliament has sent a rare letter of protest to the US House of Representatives over its new package of tougher sanctions.
May 12, 2017, 11:52 AM IST
US House of Representatives passes bill to repeal Obamacare
The US House of Representatives on Thursday narrowly passed a Republican effort to repeal and replace Obamacare, delivering a welcome victory to President Donald Trump after early legislative stumbles.
May 05, 2017, 00:18 AM IST
Trump faces major test as vote looms on US healthcare bill
House Republican leaders have expressed confidence the bill would pass and several party moderates who previously objected to the measure got behind it on Wednesday, giving it new momentum.
May 04, 2017, 19:10 PM IST
