#House of Representatives
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PoliticsDemocrats' Absenteeism Derails Impeachment Effort Against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
The House of Representatives has blocked an attempt to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, with a procedural vote sending impeachment articles back to committee. The outcome was significantly influenced by the absence of 11 Democratic lawmakers, drawing criticism from within the party.
PoliticsDemocrats Reclaim House Majority in 2026 Midterm Elections, Hakeem Jeffries Poised for Speaker Role
Democrats have won control of the House of Representatives in the 2026 US midterm elections, unseating Republicans. Representative Hakeem Jeffries is expected to become the next Speaker of the House, a historic first for a Black individual in the role.
PoliticsEgypt Parliament Greenlights President to Deploy Troops to Saudi Arabia
Egypt's House of Representatives has authorized President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi to send troops to Saudi Arabia, with a two-thirds majority vote. Several political parties expressed support, while one abstained due to security and economic concerns.
PoliticsLibya's Eastern-Based Parliament Ousts Long-Serving Speaker Aguila Saleh After 12 Years
Libya's eastern-based parliament has replaced long-serving speaker Aguila Saleh with Al Salhin Abdulnabi after 12 years, following a new rule limiting terms to 12 months.
PoliticsLibya's Parliament Ousts Longtime Speaker Aguila Saleh Amid Growing Lawmaker Frustration
Libya's House of Representatives has elected Al-Salhin Abdelnabi al-Obeidi as its new speaker, replacing Aguila Saleh after 12 years amid rising dissatisfaction among lawmakers over his leadership.
PoliticsMoroccan Political Parties Intensify Market and Digital Campaigns Ahead of Legislative Elections
Political parties in Morocco are stepping up their campaigns in markets and online ahead of the September 23 legislative elections, focusing on issues like youth unemployment and rising living costs.
PoliticsMorocco's 2026 Elections: High Stakes for Political Trust and Youth Engagement
Morocco's upcoming parliamentary elections will test citizens' trust in political institutions amidst high youth unemployment and pressing economic demands.
PoliticsUS House Rejects Republican Push for Constitutional Amendment to Lock Supreme Court Size at Nine Justices
The US House of Representatives failed to pass a Republican-backed constitutional amendment that would have capped the Supreme Court at nine justices, falling short of the required two-thirds majority.