period in which a legislature is convened
Ruling party OKs bill outlawing Japanese flag desecration: The ruling Liberal Democratic Party approved on Tuesday a proposed bill that would outlaw desecration ...
japantoday.com/category/politics/ruling-party-oks-bill-outlawing-japanese-flag-desecration
Bill Gates testifies before House Oversight on Epstein ties
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Republican lawmakers face backlash after daring to challenge abortion bans: Multiple Republicans lose primaries after key party allies backed their challengers ...
salon.com/2026/06/08/republican-lawmakers-face-backlash-after-daring-to-challenge-abortion-bans-partner/
In address to Spanish parliament, Pope Leo warns against global polarization and migrant discrimination
english.elpais.com/international/2026-06-08/in-address-to-spanish-parliament-pope-leo-warns-against-global-polarization-and-migrant-discrimination.html
British guns on US ships but few British ones, MPs told: A British firm's naval guns are fitted to almost all US Navy and Coast Guard ships but hardly any Royal ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/british-guns-on-us-ships-but-few-british-ones-mps-told/
mb.com.ph Jun 03
Senator Alan Peter Cayetano is no longer the Senate President.
This was according to the newly formed 12-member majority bloc, after the Senate ... Show more
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GOP governor candidate Darren Bailey held fundraiser on legislative session day in apparent violation of ban
chicagotribune.com/2026/05/29/darren-bailey-fundraisier/
defence-blog.com Jun 03
Japanese lawmaker demands Patriot missile transfers to Ukraine: A Japanese opposition lawmaker has gone directly to Defense Minister Shinjiro Koizumi in a ...
defence-blog.com/japanese-lawmaker-demands-patriot-missile-transfers-to-ukraine/
Manila Standard Jun 03
WATCH | PBBM to Senators: Get back to work
President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. on Wednesday called on senators to resume legislative work ... Show more
Philstar Life Jun 03
Is the majority’s absence from sessions a violation of Senate rules?: The Senate majority members were a no-show during the sessions on June 1 and June 2.
philstarlife.com/news-and-views/452953-is-the-majority-s-absence-from-session-a-violation-of-senate-rules
Appointments Committee rejects Dr Muganga over multiple citizenship: Dr Muganga allegedly failed to convince the Committee he would renounce citizenship of two ...
monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/appointments-committee-rejects-dr-muganga-over-multiple-citizenship-5482884
Bondi defends Trump administration's release of Epstein case files as she testifies before lawmakers
pbs.org/newshour/politics/pam-bondi-will-face-a-closed-door-questioning-from-house-lawmakers-over-the-epstein-files
Key FactsBondi Withholds Answers on Trump, Epstein Files
May 29, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: time.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: time.com
- Former Attorney General Pam Bondi refused to answer questions about President Trump’s involvement in handling Jeffrey Epstein investigations during a closed-door congressional interview.
- Bondi repeatedly deferred to Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche, who managed the investigation, and claimed to not recall many details from roughly six months prior.
- Approximately three million files related to Epstein remain undisclosed due to their connection to DOJ prosecutorial decisions.
- Democratic lawmakers intend to subpoena Blanche and FBI Director Kash Patel to obtain additional records and increase transparency.
Let us be clear: What Pam Bondi and Todd Blanche did was criminal.— Danielle Bensky, one of Epstein survivors who was present at the hearing
Chicago makes another pitch to be the site of a new Bears stadium: With the Illinois legislature ending its spring session without passing a bill that would lay ...
nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/chicago-makes-another-pitch-to-be-the-site-of-a-new-bears-stadium
Darren Bailey held a fundraiser on a legislative session day: Republican governor nominee Darren Bailey held a fundraiser in Joliet on a legislative session day ...
chicagotribune.com/2026/05/29/darren-bailey-fundraisier/
The Colorado Department of Revenue has issued a draft of its “specified semi-automatic firearms guidance,” as required by a 2025 law that goes into effect on ... Show more
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mb.com.ph May 19
HAPPENING NOW: The Senate of the Philippines holds its plenary session on Tuesday, May 19. (Video courtesy of Senate of the Philippines)
mb.com.ph May 18
‘ALLERGIC AKO SA PIKON’
Senator Imee Marcos explains why she was using an inhaler during Monday’s plenary session. (via Joseph Pedrajas | MB)
Doug Jones speaks outside of his polling place in Jefferson County on the morning of primary elections on May 19, 2026. He encourages Alabamians to get out and ... Show more
Mbalula calls special NEC session as impeachment looms over Phala Phala saga: ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula has called a special meeting of the national ...
news24.com/politics/mbalula-calls-special-nec-session-as-impeachment-looms-over-phala-phala-saga-20260511-0856
Key FactsImpeachment Committee Established for Ramaphosa Probe
May 11, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: news24.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: news24.com
- Parliament will form a committee to investigate President Ramaphosa using an independent panel’s report on the Phala Phala incident.
- This action follows a Constitutional Court ruling that invalidated prior parliamentary rules blocking impeachment proceedings.
- The case involves allegations of hiding a 2020 burglary involving $580,000 stolen from Ramaphosa’s farm.
- Speaker Thoko Didiza outlined six procedural steps including referral of the report and amending assembly rules for the inquiry.
Parliament reaffirms its respect for the judgment of the Constitutional Court and will act in full compliance with the order and directions of the court.— Statement by Thoko Didiza, National Assembly Speaker, following the Constitutional Court ruling on the Phala Phala matter
Melania Trump, Queen Camilla coordinated style for White House visit: King Charles and Queen Camilla are in the US for a state visit. At White House events ...
businessinsider.com/melania-trump-queen-camilla-style-white-house-visit-2026-4
Key FactsKing Charles Concludes Four-Day US State Visit
Apr 30, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- The visit commemorated the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence from British rule.
- Charles highlighted the enduring alliance between the two nations during a formal state dinner.
- President Trump expressed strong admiration for Charles, calling him 'the greatest king' after their meeting.
- The itinerary included a wreath-laying at Arlington and joining a traditional 'potluck' event in Virginia.
an 'unbreakable bond' and 'indispensable alliance' between the two countries.— Charles, at Tuesday's state dinner with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Kemp calls special session to redraw 2028 maps, overhaul voting process: The June special session comes on the heels of a U.S. Supreme Court decision gutting ...
ajc.com/politics/2026/05/gov-kemp-calls-lawmakers-back-for-redistricting-special-session/
Tennessee House Democrats lose committee assignments after redistricting protest: House Democrats were removed from committees after Republican leaders accused ...
newschannel5.com/news/tennessee-house-democrats-lose-committee-assignments-after-redistricting-protest
Inquirer.net May 13
Pangilinan-Padilla clash spills beyond Senate floor: MANILA, Philippines — After a heated exchange on the floor and mutual threats to file formal complaints ...
newsinfo.inquirer.net/2228440/pangilinan-padilla-clash-spills-beyond-senate-floor
WV House Democrats call on Morrisey to hold special session to address gas tax relief
wvgazettemail.com/news/kanawha_valley/wv-house-democrats-call-on-morrisey-to-hold-special-session-to-address-gas-tax-relief/article_4cb4f5b3-648e-4761-bd75-5969cfeee506.html
The protesters arrived a few minutes before the Senate convened to consider the bills Republicans hope to pass during the special session called by Gov ... Show more
Former Senator Doug Jones commented on events at the Alabama State House on the morning of May 8, 2026 in which protesters were blocked by security and state ... Show more
Ivey signs Alabama election bills as redistricting push sparks outrage from Black lawmakers
al.com/politics/2026/05/ivey-signs-alabama-election-bills-as-redistricting-push-sparks-outrage-from-black-lawmakers.html
Swiss lawmakers reject recognition of Palestine: Swiss parliamentary chamber rejects attempt to force Switzerland to recognise state of Palestine.
swissinfo.ch/eng/swiss-democracy/cn-no-to-a-recognition-of-the-state-of-palestine/91328322
Rep. Terri Sewell spoke to the media Monday night about the Alabama Legislature’s special session following a recent Supreme Court decision involving the ... Show more
Florida legislature approves new congressional map intended to boost Republicans in midterms
pbs.org/newshour/politics/florida-legislature-approves-new-congressional-map-intended-to-boost-republicans-in-midterms
Key FactsDeSantis Proposes New Florida Congressional Map
Apr 27, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cnn.com
- Governor Ron DeSantis introduced a redistricting plan that aims to give Republicans an edge in four districts currently held by Democrats.
- The proposed map concentrates on southeastern Florida and a district near Tampa represented by Democrat Kathy Castor.
- Florida’s GOP supermajority backs DeSantis’ proposal and intends to pass it swiftly in a special session ending Friday.
- Legal constraints on partisan gerrymandering and a pending Supreme Court ruling are cited to justify the redrawing of districts.
It's not his job to be concerned about any member of Congress whose lines are being affected by the governor's proposals.— Don Gaetz, Florida state senator and sponsor of the legislation to enact the DeSantis map, told CNN on Monday that it's not his job to be concerned about any member of Congress whose lines are being affected by the governor's proposals.
Lawmakers gathered Tuesday morning in Montgomery for the second day of a special session in the wake of a U.S. Supreme Court decision that weakened the Voting ... Show more
Alabama lawmakers advance GOP plan for second primary in 4 congressional districts
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Alabama lawmakers advance GOP plan for second primary in 4 congressional districts
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Alabama becomes second state to move to redraw maps after Supreme Court ruling: Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Friday announced the Republican-controlled state ...
edition.cnn.com/2026/05/01/politics/alabama-special-session-redistricting-voting-rights-act
Doug Jones shared his thoughts on Gov. Kay Ivey calling a special session to discuss redrawing Alabama’s congressional map in wake of the Supreme Court ruling ... Show more
South Florida Democrats may be knocked out of Congress by DeSantis’ new FL map: Proposed Florida congressional maps released by DeSantis’ office could turn ...
miamiherald.com/news/politics-government/state-politics/article315547895.html
Southern Republicans target Black districts to gain 13 House seats: ‘This is the voice of the people’
al.com/politics/2026/05/southern-republicans-target-black-districts-to-gain-13-house-seats-this-is-the-voice-of-the-people.html
Texas Lawmakers Repeatedly Failed to Pass Legislation That Could Have Protected Residents From Deadly Floods
texastribune.org/2026/05/06/texas-legislature-flood-protection-bills-failed-july-4/
GOP urges Kemp to call special session to redraw maps after Supreme Court ruling: Georgia Republicans are pressuring the governor to call a special session after ...
ajc.com/politics/2026/04/republicans-urge-brian-kemp-to-redraw-maps-after-supreme-court-ruling/
Why U.K. Lawmakers Have Called for King Charles’ Visit to the U.S. to Be Canceled
time.com/article/2026/04/24/uk-lawmakers-king-charles-us-visit-canceled-calls-trump-iran-war/
Gov. Bill Lee calls special session to review Tennessee congressional map: Gov. Lee has called a May 5 special session to review Tennessee’s congressional map ...
newschannel5.com/news/gov-bill-lee-calls-special-session-to-review-tennessee-congressional-map
OpinionEditorial: Florida lawmakers let voters down: The redrawing of congressional districts approved this week is an insult to voters' intelligence and a ...
orlandosentinel.com/2026/05/01/editorial-florida-lawmakers-let-voters-down/
Boston Mayor Wu floats another tax, signs transfer fee bill for high-ticket real estate sales
bostonherald.com/2026/04/30/boston-mayor-wu-floats-another-tax-signs-transfer-fee-bill-for-high-ticket-real-estate-sales/
Virginia voters have delivered a significant win to Democrats, as the party aims to pick up four more U.S. House seats in the state.
www.npr.org: Virginia voters have delivered a significant win to Democrats, as the party aims to pick up four more U.S. House seats in the state.
npr.org/2026/04/21/nx-s1-5793878/virginia-redistricting-results-trump
Senator Blackburn calls for special session to redraw Tennessee congressional districts
newschannel5.com/news/state/tennessee/davidson-county/senator-blackburn-calls-for-special-session-to-redraw-tennessee-congressional-districts
Virginia voters approve new congressional map favoring Democrats, CBS News projects
cbsnews.com/news/virginia-redistricting-results-gerrymandering/
Key FactsLegal Battle Over Virginia’s Mid-Decade Redistricting
Apr 22, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
- Virginia voters narrowly passed a constitutional amendment allowing Democrats to redraw congressional districts ahead of the 2026 midterms.
- The new boundaries may help Democrats gain up to four additional seats, shifting the balance in a tightly divided House.
- Republicans have filed multiple lawsuits challenging the amendment, with a lower court ruling citing procedural violations under review.
- Both parties are preparing for the November elections amid ongoing legal disputes over the redistricting outcome.
Serious risks identified in new British submarine project: MPs warn AUKUS faces serious risks from funding gaps, slipping investment at Barrow and insufficient ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/serious-risks-identified-in-new-british-submarine-project/
King also addresses Ukraine: Charles invokes Western unity in the US Congress: King Charles III is greeted with a standing ovation in the US Congress ...
n-tv.de/politik/Charles-beschwoert-im-US-Kongress-den-Zusammenhalt-des-Westens-id30765774.html
Jeffries Targets Florida GOP in Redistricting Warning After Virginia Win: Virginia voters approved a referendum to enact a new congressional map that could net ...
newsweek.com/jeffries-targets-florida-gop-in-redistricting-warning-after-virginia-win-11861567
Defence workers being refused bank accounts: Defence workers are being refused bank accounts by challenger banks and defence firms cannot find landlords willing ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/defence-workers-being-refused-bank-accounts/
Stop-start procurement damaged shipbuilding skills pipeline: Decades of last-minute and stop-start defence procurement have hollowed out the shipbuilding skills ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/stop-start-procurement-damaged-shipbuilding-skills-pipeline/
What to Know About the 25th Amendment as Lawmakers Call for Trump’s Removal: The President’s open threat to Iran of what could constitute war crimes has led some ...
time.com/article/2026/04/06/25th-amendment-constitution-trump-war-iran-threat-insanity/
Key FactsCalls Grow to Invoke 25th Amendment Against Trump
Apr 7, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: huffpost.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: huffpost.com
- Following Trump's statement threatening the destruction of an entire civilization, many lawmakers urged invoking the 25th Amendment to remove him from office.
- This constitutional measure allows cabinet members to declare the president unfit and transfer power to the vice president.
- Most calls for removal came from Democrats, though some former Republican officials also expressed support.
- Despite widespread demands, the amendment's activation remains unlikely due to the president’s loyal and unconventional cabinet.
We need to invoke the 25th Amendment and remove Trump.— Ro Khanna (Twitter post, April 7, 2026) calling for invoking the 25th Amendment against Trump
What the Passage of the Virginia Redistricting Plan Means for Control of Congress
time.com/article/2026/04/21/virginia-redistricting-referendum-amendment-vote/
READER POLL: Did Maryland lawmakers do enough this session to lower your cost of living?
baltimoresun.com/2026/04/16/maryland-lawmakers-cost-of-living-poll/
Clock ran out on lawmakers’ school funding bill; more WV teacher, staff cuts announced
wvgazettemail.com/news/education/clock-ran-out-on-lawmakers-school-funding-bill-more-wv-teacher-staff-cuts-announced/article_5ef5d56a-b185-517c-887d-3e16060e1f07.html
Texas Republican candidate suspended by Kalshi for betting on his own election: Zeke Enriquez, who ran in the GOP primary for Texas’ 21st Congressional District ...
texastribune.org/2026/04/22/texas-candidate-kalshi-suspended-betting-congress-election/
A bill which would grant terminally ill adults the right to end their life if they had 6 months left to live - will not become law - after it failed to clear ... Show more
Youngkin ‘Should Have Done More’: White House Blames Former GOP Governor for Redistricting Loss
mediaite.com/media/news/youngkin-should-have-done-more-white-house-blames-former-gop-governor-for-redistricting-loss/
Top updates: PM Modi says he is ‘willing to guarantee’ delimitation will not be unfair to any state
scroll.in/latest/1092149/
Key FactsPressure and Security Issues Surround Mandelson Appointment
Apr 21, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: shropshirestar.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: shropshirestar.com
- Sir Olly Robbins described intense pressure from No 10 to expedite Lord Mandelson’s posting as ambassador to Washington.
- UK Security Vetting flagged risks and leaned towards denying clearance, yet Mandelson was granted developed vetting status.
- The Foreign Office maintained its high security standards despite what Robbins called a dismissive attitude from the Prime Minister’s office.
- The controversy led to Robbins’ dismissal after he upheld the integrity of the vetting system against political pressure.
There was a 'very, very strong expectation' from No 10 that Lord Mandelson 'needed to be in post and in America as quickly as humanly possible'.— Sir Olly Robbins telling MPs about Downing Street's pressure to appoint Mandelson quickly and the vetting process
EWN Apr 17
Cape Town Metro Police under fire over unauthorised drills with US Marines: The City of Cape Town insists the session was a routine fitness activity aimed at ...
ewn.co.za/2026/04/17/cape-town-metro-police-under-fire-over-unauthorized-drills-with-us-marines
Chaos rang out in the Maryland House in the final minutes of the legislative session, as Del. Matt Morgan and a number of others seemingly objected that House ... Show more
Labor unions pressure Gov. JB Pritzker to reject bill easing road for Waymo in Chicago and beyond
cbsnews.com/chicago/news/waymo-chicago-illinois-bill-pritzker-labor-unions/
Mayor Brandon Scott thanks the state delegation for items that were passed during the legislative session supporting Baltimore City and its programs ... Show more
Democrats Condemn Trump’s Iran Threats as Some Call for His Removal Via 25th Amendment
nytimes.com/2026/04/07/world/middleeast/democrats-react-trump-iran-civilization.html
Key FactsTrump Removal Odds Reach Historic Peak
Apr 7, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: newsweek.com
- Prediction markets recorded the highest impeachment and removal probability since 2025 during Trump’s second term.
- Trump set a deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, escalating calls for his removal from office.
- Democrats urged invoking the 25th Amendment due to Trump’s threats of large-scale strikes and controversial posts.
- Impeachment may be pursued after midterms, but Senate removal remains unlikely given the required supermajority.
We need to invoke the 25th Amendment and remove Trump. Threatening war crimes is a blatant violation of our constitution and the Geneva Conventions.— Ro Khanna, a California Democrat, wrote to X: 'We need to invoke the 25th Amendment and remove Trump. Threatening war crimes is a blatant violation of our constitution and the Geneva Conventions.'
‘Get Rid of All of Them!’ Fox Host Backs Plan to Expel ‘Dirty’ Lawmakers From Cong ...
mediaite.com/media/tv/get-rid-of-all-of-them-fox-host-backs-plan-to-expel-dirty-lawmakers-from-congress-including-complete-disgrace-republican/
Dan Patrick warns GOP could lose control of Texas House
expressnews.com/politics/article/texas-house-dan-patrick-talarico-cornyn-paxton-22197586.php
Texas House Democrats who walked out over congressional map fined over $8,000 each
texastribune.org/2026/04/10/texas-house-democrats-quorum-break-fine-penalty-legislature-redistricting/
Omaha lawmaker twice tries to insert legislation about trans people into unrelated bills
omaha.com/news/state-regional/government-politics/article_2c3f9c96-9938-47ab-afeb-c5aa1100a948.html
Guest Rant: Washington Farmworkers Want Union Rights : This legislative session, Washington lawmakers missed a key opportunity by failing to pass Senate Bill ...
thestranger.com/guest-editorial/washington-farmworkers-want-union-rights/
Statehouse beat: In WV, homeschool lobby becoming like gun lobby: As this trifle of a legislative session turned into the last-hour horror show in the House of ...
wvgazettemail.com/news/columnists/phil_kabler/statehouse-beat-in-wv-homeschool-lobby-becoming-like-gun-lobby/article_1e893154-b02c-40f4-8a96-85bed278bdfb.html
