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๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Large number of new members, ruling party struggles with training

The Japanese Liberal Democratic Party is facing challenges in training a large number of newly elected representatives following a historic victory in the House of Representatives elections.

Mar 1 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฟ RNZ World
National & Local

Hillary Clinton faces off with House lawmakers in Epstein probe

Hillary Clinton is testifying before the House Oversight Committee regarding the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein, amid accusations of politically motivated targeting by Republicans.

Feb 26 โ€ข 19:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Democrats in four states seek to bar ICE employees from future civil service jobs

Democratic lawmakers in several states are proposing bills to prevent new Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) employees from obtaining civil service jobs.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

EU lawmakers postpone vote on trade agreement with the US after Trump's new global tariffs

EU lawmakers have postponed a vote on the trade agreement with the US, pending clarity on new tariffs announced by President Trump.

Feb 23 โ€ข 16:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

US economy not shining โ€“ new accusations and threats from Donald Trump

Donald Trump accuses Democratic lawmakers of hampering economic growth as new data releases show lower-than-expected growth rates in the US economy.

Feb 20 โ€ข 15:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

New Members Say 'Better Under a Big Tree': 18 Join the Aso Faction as Factionalism Returns

Eighteen new lawmakers in Japan have joined the Aso faction of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party, marking a significant shift back to factional politics amidst a backdrop of political instability.

Feb 19 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: New Study Reveals How Nigeria's Former Minister Spread Falsehoods, Misled Lawmakers

A new study exposes how former Nigerian Minister Femi Fani-Kayode spread a satirical story as fact, misleading lawmakers and the media.

Feb 18 โ€ข 09:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Split in Poland 2050. Members leave the party and establish a new club in the Sejm

A group of lawmakers from Poland 2050 has left the party to form a new parliamentary club in the Sejm, citing internal conflicts and a desire for more effective collaboration.

Feb 18 โ€ข 08:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Epsteinโ€™s Zorro Ranch: New Mexico approves full investigation into property

New Mexico has authorized a comprehensive investigation into Zorro Ranch, the property owned by Jeffrey Epstein, amidst allegations of trafficking and sexual assault.

Feb 17 โ€ข 21:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Changing Attitude of Rahul from Parliament to Street: Will this Aggressive Stance Change the Politics of 2026?

Rahul Gandhi has emerged as a prominent face of the opposition by attacking Prime Minister Modi and his policies during the parliamentary budget session, showcasing a new aggressive style that has energized Congress lawmakers and aims to unite the opposition for future political battles.

Feb 14 โ€ข 03:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

This crucial state is the latest battleground in redistricting war between Trump and Democrats

Virginia's Democratic lawmakers are rapidly advancing a new congressional map that may increase their representation ahead of the midterm elections.

Feb 13 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

New regulation of the Chamber, penalties for party switching

The new reform of the Chamber's regulations aims to penalize lawmakers who switch parties by limiting their ability to transfer party contributions.

Feb 12 โ€ข 14:46 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
World

United States: A Bill on Religious Freedom in Nigeria and Possible Sanctions

U.S. lawmakers are advocating for a new bill aimed at addressing religious persecution in Nigeria, emphasizing the need to hold the federal government accountable.

Feb 12 โ€ข 13:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Chaos in the Turkish Parliament: Fists and injuries during the swearing-in of new ministers

Tensions erupted in the Turkish Parliament during the swearing-in ceremony of new Justice and Interior ministers, resulting in physical altercations among lawmakers.

Feb 11 โ€ข 14:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Peronism opens another discussion in Congress: now the deputies seek to avoid the break with the new juvenile criminal regime

Peronist lawmakers in Argentina are divided over the new juvenile criminal regime, with some supporting a reduction in the age of criminal responsibility while others oppose it.

Feb 11 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

PiS Wants to Block the Election of New Judges to the Constitutional Tribunal. Checkmate in the Tribunal Case?

Polish lawmakers from the ruling party PiS have filed a complaint with the Constitutional Tribunal challenging the legal provisions related to the election of new judges.

Feb 10 โ€ข 09:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Korean lawmakers pressured by Coupang lobbying they didn't even know about

Reports indicate that Coupang is leveraging strong supporters in U.S. politics to exert pressure on South Korea, raising new tensions between the two countries as American politicians press for information on a Korean investigation into the company.

Feb 6 โ€ข 06:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Lawmakers escalate Epstein probe with possible Bill Gates subpoena

Bipartisan lawmakers are advocating for a subpoena of Bill Gates in relation to allegations connected to Jeffrey Epstein, amid efforts to address new disclosures from Epstein's files.

Feb 5 โ€ข 15:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Military Service and Triage: Suddenly, the Lottery is Fair

The article discusses the implications of a new German law allowing potential reintroduction of conscription in light of pandemic-era triage debates, highlighting the ethical considerations for lawmakers.

Feb 5 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Maryland House approves new congressional map as Senate leaders warn of risks

Maryland House lawmakers have approved a new congressional map supported by Democrats, despite warnings from state Senate leaders about potential political and legal consequences.

Feb 3 โ€ข 12:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ New York Times
World

U.S. Lawmakers Meet With Danish Prime Minister on Greenland

U.S. lawmakers held discussions with the Danish Prime Minister regarding Greenland, highlighting the strategic importance of the Arctic region.

Jan 16 โ€ข 17:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

US lawmakers propose US$2.5 billion agency to boost production of rare earths

A bipartisan group of US lawmakers has proposed establishing a new agency with a budget of US$2.5 billion to increase the production of rare earths in an effort to reduce reliance on China.

Jan 15 โ€ข 21:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
World

Ugandans decide on leadership in high-stakes elections

Ugandans are voting in a high-stakes election for a new president and lawmakers, with heightened security measures and an internet shutdown in effect.

Jan 15 โ€ข 12:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ New York Times
Crime & Justice

3 More Lawmakers in Video Say Federal Prosecutors Are Investigating Them

Three lawmakers have publicly stated in a video that they are under investigation by federal prosecutors.

Jan 15 โ€ข 01:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ New York Times
National & Local

Republicans Move to Block Effort to Check Trumpโ€™s Power in Venezuela

Republican lawmakers are attempting to halt initiatives aimed at limiting former President Trump's influence over U.S. policy in Venezuela.

Jan 14 โ€ข 19:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ New York Times
National & Local

In Secret Testimony, Republicans Derided Trumpโ€™s Stolen Election Claims

Republican lawmakers privately dismissed former President Trump's claims of a stolen 2020 election during confidential testimony.

Jan 13 โ€ข 22:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
National & Local

Zelensky Tried to Appoint a New Minister of Energy, Parliament Rejected Him

Ukrainian lawmakers rejected President Volodymyr Zelensky's attempt to appoint former Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal as the new Minister of Energy amidst ongoing criticism and the backdrop of the war with Russia.

Jan 13 โ€ข 16:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ NPR
National & Local

DHS restricts congressional visits to ICE facilities in Minneapolis with new policy

The Department of Homeland Security has implemented a new policy that restricts federal lawmakers from visiting an immigration detention facility in Minneapolis, despite a court ruling affirming their right to do so.

Jan 11 โ€ข 18:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Ilhan Omar kicked out of ICE facility after DHS requires week's advance notice

Rep. Ilhan Omar and other Minnesota lawmakers were expelled from an ICE facility in Minneapolis due to a new rule requiring advance notification for congressional visits.

Jan 11 โ€ข 17:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ New York Times
National & Local

These 5 Republicans Broke With Trump on Venezuela War Powers

Five Republican lawmakers have diverged from former President Trump's stance regarding war powers related to Venezuela.

Jan 8 โ€ข 22:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ New York Times
National & Local

Lawmakers Split After Classified Briefings on Venezuela

U.S. lawmakers have expressed divided opinions following classified briefings regarding the situation in Venezuela.

Jan 7 โ€ข 22:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ New York Times
National & Local

Rubio Tells Lawmakers Trump Wants to Buy Greenland

Rubio informed legislators that Trump has expressed interest in purchasing Greenland.

Jan 6 โ€ข 22:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ New York Times
National & Local

Trump Officials Brief Top Lawmakers on Maduro Raid

Trump administration officials have provided briefings to leading lawmakers regarding a raid connected to Venezuelan President Nicolรกs Maduro.

Jan 5 โ€ข 23:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
World

"Let's go Nico": Slogans in support of Maduro at the first session of the National Assembly in Venezuela

The first session of the new National Assembly in Venezuela featured slogans in support of Nicolรกs Maduro, with several lawmakers expressing their support during the meeting.

Jan 5 โ€ข 18:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ New York Times
National & Local

Republican Lawmakers Like MTG Have Criticized Trump as They Depart Congress

As they leave Congress, several Republican lawmakers, including Marjorie Taylor Greene, have publicly criticized former President Trump.

Jan 5 โ€ข 15:56 UTC

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