Congress
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- CM Yogi claims Samajwadi Party, Congress allowed namaz at Ayodhya’s Hanumangarhi
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath accused the Samajwadi Party and Congress of allowing namaz at Ayodhya’s Hanumangarhi, calling it a sin by those pretending to have faith. He claimed the BJP established Ayodhya as the cultural capital of Sanatan Dharma.
- BJP calls Congress’s charge against Union Home Minister on FCRA ‘baseless and politically motivated’
The BJP dismissed Congress's allegations against the Union Home Minister regarding FCRA as baseless and politically motivated. The Modi government emphasized its approach of 'high accountability' and 'nation first' principles, contrasting it with the 'low-trust' policy of the Congress-led UPA government.
- Frontal organisations backbone of Congress, says Dutt; issues directives for revamp in Haryana
Sanjay Dutt emphasized the need for Congress's organizational revamp in Haryana, directing focus on women's rights, empowerment, safety, inflation, and unemployment. He highlighted addressing increasing atrocities against women as a priority.
- Bipartisan housing bill set to become law Saturday without Trump’s signature
The 21st Century Road to Housing Act is set to become law without President Donald Trump’s signature. The legislation passed Congress with bipartisan support and aims to increase housing supply, reduce costs, and block investors from purchasing single-family homes. Trump withheld his signature, citing 'protest,' and the bill will take effect Saturday if he takes no action.
- Bipartisan housing bill set to become law Saturday without Trump’s signature
The 21st Century Road to Housing Act is set to become law without President Donald Trump’s signature. The bipartisan legislation aims to increase housing supply, reduce costs, and block investors from purchasing single-family homes. Trump cited 'protest' as his reason for withholding support, linking it to his priority of signing the stalled SAVE America Act first.
- Bipartisan housing bill set to become law Saturday without Trump’s signature
The 21st Century Road to Housing Act is set to become law without President Donald Trump’s signature, having passed Congress with bipartisan support. Trump cited 'protest' as his reason for withholding signature, linking it to his demand for the stalled SAVE America Act to reach his desk first. The legislation aims to increase housing supply, reduce costs, and block investors from purchasing single-family homes.
- Oversight Needed on Physician-Assisted Suicide for Hospice Patients, Lawmakers Say
Lawmakers are urging the Trump administration to implement stricter regulations on physician-assisted suicide for hospice patients to prevent discrimination against vulnerable and disabled individuals. The call for oversight comes from members of Congress who argue current practices lack sufficient guardrails.
- Haitian TPS extended two weeks as legal fight continues
Temporary Protected Status for Haitians has been extended until July 24 due to ongoing litigation, affecting approximately 200 workers at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. The extension provides temporary relief but does not resolve the legal dispute.
- Here’s what’s next for the Clarity Act as Congress returns to Washington
Congress returns to Washington next week to address cryptocurrency legislation before the midterm election calendar begins. The focus is on advancing the Clarity Act as part of this legislative agenda.
- Trump won’t sign housing bill in protest over SAVE Act, but it may still become law
President Donald Trump will not sign the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act to protest Congress not passing the SAVE America Act. The housing bill will still become law at 12:01 a.m. Saturday due to the 10-day rule, as Trump does not veto it. The housing measure has broad support, while the SAVE Act faces significant opposition.
- Colombia's president-elect asks Congress to be sworn in at a military base
Colombia's president-elect, Abelardo de la Espriella, has requested Congress to evaluate moving his August 7 inauguration to a military garrison. The proposal, without recent precedent, will be decided by the incoming legislature.
- Trump won’t sign housing bill in protest over SAVE Act, but it may still become law
President Donald Trump will not sign a bipartisan housing bill to protest Congress not passing the SAVE Act, but the bill is set to become law automatically by midnight Saturday. The housing legislation, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, aims to lower housing costs and received broad congressional support, while the SAVE Act faces significant opposition in the Senate.
- Congress puts pressure on Govt. with multiple press conferences on alleged donation theft at Ram Mandir
Congress is pressuring the government through multiple press conferences regarding alleged donation theft at the Ram Mandir. Senior leader K.C. Venugopal is questioning Prime Minister Narendra Modi's silence on the issue.
- G. Sudhakaran, CPI(M) workers engage in verbal duel at school in Alappuzha
G. Sudhakaran and CPI(M) workers had a verbal confrontation at a school in Alappuzha. Ambalappuzha MLA, accompanied by Congress workers, visited the school to investigate allegations of illegal soil removal from the premises.
- Congress is about to pass the biggest disaster reform in years
Congress passed a bipartisan housing bill that will make HUD's sporadic disaster aid a permanent program, aiming to speed up long-term recovery for disaster-affected communities. The current HUD program, which has provided over $100 billion in disaster assistance, is criticized for delays and inefficiencies, such as a five-year delay in rebuilding affordable housing in New Bern, North Carolina, after Hurricane Florence.
- Bipartisan housing bill to become law in a matter of days – with or without Trump’s signature
A major bipartisan housing bill will become law without Donald Trump’s signature, as he refuses to sign it due to Congress not approving new voting restrictions. The 21st Century Road to Housing Act, passed with large margins by Congress after negotiations between Democrats and Republicans, is set to go into effect at midnight on Saturday.
- Trump will let bipartisan housing bill become law without signing in protest over GOP voter ID law
President Trump allowed a bipartisan housing bill to become law without signing it, protesting the Senate's failure to pass his voter ID legislation. The housing bill aims to address housing affordability, but Trump criticized it as unimportant compared to his voting law priorities.
- Congress urges NDA States to oppose VBSA Bill on higher education
Congress urges NDA states to oppose the VBSA Bill on higher education. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh argues the proposed law centralizes powers, weakens federal principles, and reduces university autonomy, urging the Andhra Pradesh CM to oppose it if it harms state interests.
- Assembly elections likely in mid-2029 after delimitation, Congress to retain power: Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy
Assembly elections are expected in mid-2029 following delimitation, with Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy predicting the Congress will retain power by winning 117 seats and forming the government again.
- Trump says he won't sign housing bill, which would become law automatically
Trump says he will not sign a housing bill passed by Congress in June with bipartisan support. The bill aims to address home costs and regulate institutional investors, and would become law automatically despite his refusal.
- Trump will let bipartisan housing bill become law without signing in protest over GOP voter ID law
President Trump will not sign a bipartisan housing bill to protest Congress's failure to pass a voter ID law. The housing bill could still become law without his signature, as he had 10 days to veto it but chose not to sign it. The bill aims to address housing affordability and construction.
- Kevin Warsh wants fewer press conferences. Why that’s bad for the economy and your money.
Kevin Warsh advocates for fewer press conferences, which the article argues could negatively impact the economy and personal finances. The Federal Reserve chair is scheduled to testify before Congress, with lawmakers urged to question him about transparency.
- Leaders voicing their opinion were unique to Congress: Punjab in-charge Baghel
Bhupesh Baghel, Punjab in-charge of Congress, highlights that the party allows leaders to voice opinions, unlike other parties with one-way communication. He states Congress values and respects the seniority and contributions of each leader, acknowledging them at the right time.
- Not a Modi breakthrough, Australia's ruling party approved uranium sales to India in 2011: Congress
The Opposition party claimed Australia's ruling party approved uranium sales to India in 2011, countering BJP IT department head Amit Malviya's assertion that Australia refused uranium exports to India in 2010 but later agreed under Modi's leadership.
- Affordable Care Act enrollment drops by nearly 3 million as costs rise after subsidies expire
Affordable Care Act enrollments decreased by nearly 3 million people as premiums increased in 2026 following the expiration of federal subsidies. Congress allowed the subsidies to expire, leading to higher costs.
- US Senator urges Congress to cut off funding for Trump’s ‘reckless war’ with Iran
US Senator urges Congress to cut off funding for Trump’s ‘reckless war’ with Iran. Democratic Senator Ed Markey criticized Trump for defying Congress’s vote to end the conflict. Congress passed the War Powers Resolution in June to terminate unapproved military operations in Iran, but Trump has resumed attacks, prompting Markey to lead efforts to cut funding.
- Is CM ready to warn Congress over Cauvery issue? asks EPS
EPS questions whether the Chief Minister is prepared to issue a warning to Congress regarding the Cauvery issue.
- Eviction averted for thousands of formerly homeless people losing housing vouchers
Congress approved new funds and waived eligibility procedures to prevent 4,200 formerly homeless people from eviction, according to local housing officials.
- Madhya Pradesh Congress chief’s brother detained in drug case in Indore; Congress slams BJP govt
Kulbhushan and Manav Gangwani were detained in a drug case in Indore after their names surfaced during the interrogation of two men arrested with 10.8 grams of drugs. The Congress party criticized the BJP government over the incident.
- Congress alleges forged gram sabha consent for Singrauli mining in Madhya Pradesh
Congress alleges that forged resolutions with thumb impressions of deceased persons were used to obtain gram sabha consent for mining in Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh. The party demands a CBI probe into the matter.
- Friction intensifies in UDF in Kollam over entry of former DYFI leaders into RSP
RSP's decision to grant membership to former DYFI leaders has caused friction in the UDF, angering Congress and Youth Congress, who argue it undermines UDF's political integrity without collective approval.
- Modi government hurt national interests by letting China capture India’s critical industries: Congress
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge accused the Modi government of harming national interests by allowing China to capture India’s critical industries. The claim was based on a media report stating China still powers India’s strategic sectors.
- Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan must resign, NTA should be disbanded: Congress
Congress accused the Modi government of irregularities in the UGC-NET exam and demanded the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan and the dissolution of the NTA. The party criticized the government for alleged issues in the exam process.
- Congress will not rest till Education Minister Pradhan resigns: Rahul Gandhi on NEET paper leak row
Rahul Gandhi stated that Congress will not stop demanding Education Minister Pradhan's resignation over the NEET paper leak. Students in Hyderabad protested against the leak and called for Pradhan's resignation.
- Trump faces looming deadline to sign popular bipartisan housing package
President Donald Trump must decide by 12:01 a.m. Saturday, July 11, whether to sign a bipartisan housing bill passed by Congress. The bill, called the 21st Century Road to Housing Act, aims to lower housing costs by expanding supply and streamlining regulations. Trump has refused to sign it to pressure the Senate on an unrelated election security measure, but the bill will automatically become law if he does not act.
- Trump admin says it won't use money earmarked by Congress to replace NYC housing vouchers
The Trump administration says it will not use funds allocated by Congress to replace expiring New York City housing vouchers. U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand claims Congress intended the budget to replace the aid, but the administration interprets the budget differently.
- Trump faces looming deadline to sign popular bipartisan housing package
President Donald Trump must decide by July 11 whether to sign a bipartisan housing bill that would lower costs by expanding construction. If he does not act, the bill will automatically become law due to a constitutional provision, as Congress is not adjourned during the July Fourth recess. Trump is withholding signature to pressure the Senate on an unrelated election security measure.
- Bipartisan bill to lower housing costs poised to become law without Trump signing it
A bipartisan housing bill aimed at lowering costs by expanding housing supply is set to become law if President Trump does not sign it by July 11. Trump has refused to sign the bill to pressure Congress on an unrelated election security measure, but the bill will automatically take effect due to constitutional provisions. The legislation has broad support from housing advocates and updates federal programs to streamline construction and loan requirements.
- Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear asks Sen. Mitch McConnell to give a public update on his condition
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear is urging Sen. Mitch McConnell to provide a public update on his health after three weeks of silence following his hospitalization. McConnell, a Republican, was hospitalized on June 14 and has not released specific details about his condition, leading to speculation about his prognosis and potential Senate return.
- Trump notifies Congress of intention to revoke Syria’s label as state sponsor of terrorism in key move to lift sanctions
Trump notifies Congress of his intention to revoke Syria’s designation as a state sponsor of terrorism, a move aimed at lifting sanctions. The action is described as a key step in this process.