Policy · 117th Congress
Following backlash, Biden lifts refugee cap to 62,500
In last month’s announcement, the White House said the lower ceiling was a result of the current situation at the U.S.
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Policy · 117th Congress
Biden walks back low refugee cap after lawmaker outrage
Hours after the initial White House announcement, Press Secretary Jen Psaki released a statement saying, “we expect the President to set a final, increased refugee cap for the remainder of this fiscal
Policy · 117th Congress
Lawmakers, advocates question delay in raising refugee cap
Zoe Lofgren, D-Calif., chair of the House Judiciary Committee’s immigration panel.
Policy · 117th Congress
Lawmakers paint conflicting pictures of border during visits
On Friday, a group of House Democrats led by former Congressional Hispanic Caucus chairman Joaquin Castro, D-Texas, stressed the need to fix the U.S. immigration system after visiting a facility
Congress · 117th Congress
‘I still don’t feel safe’: House lawmakers adjust to metal detectors, new normal
It’s a common sight at sports stadiums or concert venues, less so in the House of Representatives. “This is bulls—,” Rep.
Opinion · 117th Congress
Where Donald Trump and Ilhan Omar agree
Ilhan Omar, a high-profile member of the Democrats’ progressive wing, expressed her frustration that a $15 minimum wage might not be included in President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill
Opinion · 117th Congress
Freedom: A force to be reckoned with
the 2018 elections resulted in the formation of the socialist “squad,” the 2020 elections will undoubtedly be remembered as the moment that voters sent a strong response to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Ilhan
Congress · 117th Congress
Trump lawyers indignant in brief on eve of impeachment trial
Ilhan Omar, “herself no stranger to extremist rhetoric,” in which she urged immediate action against Trump because the country, democracy and national security were in danger.
Congress · 117th Congress
House votes to strip Marjorie Taylor Greene of committee assignments
She will still be able to vote and give speeches on the House floor.
Congress · 117th Congress
Democratic support for removing Greene from committees, House grows
Ilhan Omar of Minnesota, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York and Rashida Tlaib of Michigan, that says: “Squad’s worst night- mare.”
Congress · 117th Congress
House talks impeachment as Biden focuses on Jan. 20 inauguration
The president-elect’s remarks came as House Democrats were nearing the end of a three-and-a-half hour caucus call to debate their options.
Congress · 117th Congress
House prepared to impeach Trump if Pence, Cabinet don’t remove him, Pelosi says
“The nation cannot afford a lengthy, drawn out process, and I support bringing articles of impeachment directly to the House floor.”
Congress · 117th Congress
Calls for impeachment, prosecution of president after pro-Trump mob storms Capitol
Ilhan Omar announced she was drawing up articles of impeachment. “We can’t allow him to remain in office, it’s a matter of preserving our Republic and we need to fulfill our oath,” Omar tweeted.
Congress · 116th Congress
Supreme Court denies Trump election challenge
Supreme Court succinctly rejected an effort from President Donald Trump and his Republican allies Friday to wipe out the 2020 presidential election results in four key states and help keep him in the White House
Opinion · 116th Congress
What’s in a name? Identity, pride and love. Ask Kamala Harris
Ilhan Omar, an elected official Trump keeps trying to send home, when that American citizen is already here.
Congress · 116th Congress
Three candidates shape vigorous contest for House Foreign Affairs gavel
Ilhan Omar, D-Minn.
Campaigns · 116th Congress
What to watch in Alaska, Florida and Wyoming primaries Tuesday
State House Majority Leader Dane Eagle brought in $741,000 and had banked $250,000 on July 29.
Campaigns · 116th Congress
At the Races: That’s the ticket
Ilhan Omar won renomination easily on Tuesday in Minnesota, and voters there and in Wisconsin picked nominees for fall races expected to be competitive.
Campaigns · 116th Congress
Omar wins as matchups are set for Minnesota, Wisconsin battlegrounds
Minnesota Democrat Ilhan Omar, one of the most progressive members of the House, has thwarted a primary challenger who raised millions of dollars amid the national backlash against her celebrity.
Campaigns · 116th Congress
With Omar and Greene, Minnesota and Georgia primaries Tuesday test parties’ extremes
Ilhan Omar fighting a challenger in Minnesota and Georgia Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene, a QAnon supporter who has filmed videos espousing bigoted ideas, in a close runoff for an open seat in the deep-red