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Anonymous Account Claims to Share Negative Stories About Senator John Fetterman

An anonymous account claiming to be former staffers of Senator John Fetterman has promised to share negative stories and screenshots about him, drawing attention on social media. The account's first message referenced a Wall Street Journal report on Fetterman's work habits, and it plans to release more information when the Senate returns to session on September 14. Critics have expressed concerns about the anonymity of the account's members, while some Democratic lawmakers have already criticized Fetterman's performance.

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Fox News — Politics

Rep. Comer discusses Sen. McConnell's potential return to Senate

Rep. James Comer indicated that Sen. Mitch McConnell's staff aims for him to return to the Senate on September 14. McConnell, who suffered a fall in June and was recently released from rehabilitation, has been absent from the Senate but is not running for re-election this year.

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Washington Examiner

Virginia Congressman Claims FBI Monitored Phone Calls in Investigation of State Senator

Rep. Suhas Subramanyam (D-VA) announced that the FBI and Department of Justice informed him his phone calls with Virginia state Sen. L. Louise Lucas were monitored as part of a corruption investigation. Subramanyam criticized the surveillance, claiming it was intended to intimidate Democrats from opposing President Trump.

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Fox News — Latest

Hakeem Jeffries Threatens Action Against Democratic Lawmakers Over Anti-Socialism Vote

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries threatened to take action against Democratic Representatives Jared Golden and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez after they supported a procedural rule that advanced an anti-socialism resolution and other GOP measures. Golden defended his vote as necessary for his district's lobster industry, while Jeffries indicated the matter would be referred to the House Democratic Caucus’ Committee on Caucus Rules for further discussion.

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Axios

Rep. Suhas Subramanyam Claims FBI Wiretapped His Calls with State Legislator

Rep. Suhas Subramanyam (D-Va.) reported that the Department of Justice informed him his phone calls with a Virginia state legislator were wiretapped in the spring. He expressed concerns about the implications of this action, linking it to a broader pattern of targeting political opponents of President Trump.

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Axios

Rep. Suhas Subramanyam Claims FBI Wiretapped His Calls with State Legislator

Representative Suhas Subramanyam (D-Va.) reported that the Department of Justice informed him that his phone calls with a Virginia state legislator were wiretapped in the spring. He expressed concerns about the implications of this action, linking it to a broader pattern of the DOJ targeting political opponents of President Trump.

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abcnews.com

Some Republicans in Battleground States Choose Not to Attend GOP Midterm Convention

Several Republicans from battleground districts have announced they will not attend the upcoming GOP Midterm Convention in Dallas, Texas, or remain undecided. The convention aims to promote President Trump's record amid low approval ratings. Despite some absences, around 100 House Republican members and candidates are expected to participate.

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Washington Examiner

Vance Declines to Endorse Thune for Senate Leadership

Vice President JD Vance has chosen not to endorse Senate Majority Leader John Thune for another term, stating that it is up to Republican senators to decide their leadership. Vance emphasized his commitment to maintaining the Republican Senate majority rather than engaging in internal party leadership battles.

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The Daily Beast

Leon Black Faces Congressional Contempt Threat After Filing Lawsuit Against Oversight Committee

Billionaire Leon Black is facing potential contempt charges from the House Oversight Committee after he failed to appear for a deposition related to the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein. Instead, Black has filed a lawsuit against the committee, seeking to block subpoenas that require him to disclose information about nondisclosure agreements. Both committee leaders have expressed their disappointment and emphasized the importance of Black's testimony.

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Washington Examiner

Hakeem Jeffries Considers Rule Change for Sneakers in Speaker's Lobby

Hakeem Jeffries, the House Minority Leader, indicated he may change the rules to allow sneakers in the speaker's lobby if Democrats win the House in November and he becomes speaker. The speaker's lobby currently requires members to wear professional attire, excluding sneakers.

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notus.org

House Republican Leadership Cancels Final Two Weeks of September Votes

House Republican leadership has canceled the last two weeks of votes in September, meaning lawmakers will not return until after the November midterm elections. This decision alters the previously announced schedule, with members now set to leave on September 17. The House has held less than 300 votes in 2026, significantly fewer than in previous years.

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apnews.com

Trump Encourages Republicans to Campaign on His Record Ahead of Midterms

President Donald Trump encouraged Republican lawmakers to campaign on his record as they approach the midterm elections, despite his declining popularity. He pledged to actively campaign in about 35 key races that will influence control of Congress and emphasized the importance of presenting a strong narrative to voters. Trump also mentioned specific Senate races in Alaska and Texas, while reflecting on the historical trend of midterm losses for presidents.

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The Hill

Hegseth faces challenges from GOP senators over defense issues

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is encountering pushback from GOP senators over staff turnover, the lack of a clear plan for the Iran war, and insufficient outreach to Democrats for funding support. These issues have raised significant concerns among key lawmakers.

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nbcnews.com

House Votes Down Amendment to Limit Supreme Court Size to Nine Justices

On September 2, 2026, the House of Representatives voted against a constitutional amendment to limit the Supreme Court to nine justices, with a vote of 212-206. Most Democrats opposed the measure, reflecting a divide within the party regarding court expansion, which has gained traction in response to recent Supreme Court decisions. Some Democratic leaders, including Rep. Jim Clyburn and former Vice President Kamala Harris, have expressed support for expanding the court.

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Washington Examiner

House Democrats Block GOP Proposal to Prevent Supreme Court Expansion

House Democrats blocked a Republican proposal to amend the Constitution to prevent the expansion of the Supreme Court, with the resolution failing to achieve the necessary two-thirds majority. The vote, which ended 212-206, saw only one Democrat supporting the measure, while Republicans criticized Democrats for their stance ahead of the midterm elections.

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Washington Examiner

Democratic Leadership Considers Response to Centrist Members' Votes

House Democratic leadership is considering a response to the votes of Reps. Jared Golden and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, who supported a Republican legislative agenda. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries stated the matter is under review by the Democratic Committee on Caucus Rules, while some members express frustration over the defections and their implications for the party's unity ahead of the upcoming elections.

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Washington Examiner

Rep. Ralph Norman Explains Opposition to Chuck Edwards' Censure

Rep. Ralph Norman (R-SC) explained his vote against the censure of Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-NC), citing the Ethics Committee's decision not to punish Eric Swalwell for sexual misconduct allegations. Norman expressed that he did not want to follow the majority and highlighted perceived inconsistencies in the committee's actions regarding other lawmakers.

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Washington Examiner

Hakeem Jeffries Addresses Potential Committee Stripping for Centrist Democrats

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries indicated that leadership may consider removing two centrist Democrats from their committee assignments after they voted against party leadership on a GOP-led resolution denouncing socialism. Jeffries stated that the Democratic Committee on Caucus Rules is reviewing the situation, and discussions regarding potential repercussions are ongoing.

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Washington Examiner

Democratic Frustrations Arise Over Votes Against Party Line

Democratic Representatives Marie Gluesenkamp Perez and Jared Golden faced backlash from their party after voting with Republicans to advance a resolution condemning socialism. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries expressed feeling blindsided by their decision, which has led to discussions about potential disciplinary actions within the Democratic Caucus.

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