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Washington Examiner

House Democratic Leadership Discusses Repercussions for Members Who Voted with Republicans on Socialism Resolution

House Democratic leadership is considering repercussions for Representatives Jared Golden and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez after they voted with Republicans to force a vote on condemning socialism. The leadership expressed that this action represented a significant breach of trust and has asked the Committee on Caucus Rules to address the issue. Both members represent districts won by Trump in the 2024 election.

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Washington Examiner

Five Republicans Vote Against House Rule Condemning Socialism

On September 1, 2026, five Republicans voted against a House rule that would allow a measure condemning socialism to be considered. The rule passed 210-208, with two Democrats also voting in favor. The dissenting Republicans indicated their votes were a protest against the handling of legislation by party leaders rather than opposition to the anti-socialism resolution itself.

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New York Times — Politics

House Censures Representative Chuck Edwards for Misconduct

The House has censured Representative Chuck Edwards following recommendations from the House Ethics Committee regarding his behavior. Edwards announced he would not seek re-election after allegations of sexual harassment involving two aides surfaced.

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New York Times — US

House Censures Representative Chuck Edwards for Misconduct

Representative Chuck Edwards of North Carolina has decided not to run for re-election after the House Ethics Committee recommended a reprimand for his behavior. The allegations involve sexually harassing two aides.

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The Hill

House votes to censure Rep. Chuck Edwards over staff behavior allegations

The House of Representatives voted 413-2 to censure Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-N.C.) on September 1, 2026, following allegations of inappropriate behavior with female staffers. This decision was influenced by a report from the House Ethics Committee released in August 2026.

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Axios

House Votes to Censure Rep. Chuck Edwards for Inappropriate Conduct

The House of Representatives voted to censure Rep. Chuck Edwards for inappropriate conduct towards female staffers, following a report from the Ethics Committee. The bipartisan decision reflects serious concerns over Edwards' behavior, which included unwanted advances and gifts that created a power imbalance with his staff.

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Washington Examiner

House votes to censure Rep. Chuck Edwards

On September 1, 2026, the House voted 413-2 to censure Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-NC) following an Ethics Committee investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct with two female staffers. Edwards, who has denied the allegations, withdrew his reelection bid after the report was released.

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Washington Examiner

House Votes to Censure Rep. Chuck Edwards

On September 1, 2026, the House voted 413-2 to censure Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-NC) following an Ethics Committee investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct involving two female staffers. Edwards denied the allegations and argued that his actions did not constitute sexual harassment.

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Axios

House Democrats React to Defections During Key Procedural Vote

House Democrats reacted with surprise and frustration after Representatives Jared Golden and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez voted with Republicans on a key procedural vote, which passed 210-208. The vote included legislation that condemns socialism and the Northeast Lobsterman Protection Act, co-led by Golden. The unexpected defections have caused tension within the party and criticism from fellow Democrats.

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Washington Examiner

Two House Democrats Vote with Republicans on Resolution Denouncing Socialism

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries expressed surprise when two Democrats voted with Republicans to advance a resolution denouncing socialism. The vote passed 210-208, with Reps. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez and Jared Golden joining the majority. Jeffries indicated this decision was a breach of trust and potential repercussions for the two members are being discussed.

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Fox News — Latest

House Votes to Hold Two Individuals in Contempt of Congress

The House of Representatives voted unanimously to hold North Miami Beach Mayor Michael Joseph and former aide Hector Roos in contempt of Congress for failing to cooperate with an investigation into ex-Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, who is under federal indictment. The decision on whether to pursue criminal charges now lies with the Department of Justice.

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Fox News — Politics

House Votes to Hold Mayor and Former Aide in Contempt of Congress

The House of Representatives voted unanimously to hold Mayor Michael Joseph and former aide Hector Roos in contempt of Congress for failing to cooperate with an investigation into ex-Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick. The Department of Justice will decide whether to pursue criminal charges, which could result in fines and imprisonment. Cherfilus-McCormick has been accused of misappropriating federal funds for her campaign and has pleaded not guilty.

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The Hill

House Democrats Surprised by Two Members Supporting GOP Bills

House Democratic leaders expressed surprise when Representatives Jared Golden and Marie Gluesenkamp Perez voted with Republicans to advance GOP messaging bills. Democratic whip Katherine Clark indicated that she had not been informed of their decision prior to the vote.

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Fox News — Politics

ActBlue Board Member Invokes Fifth Amendment During House Investigation into Foreign Donations

Kimberly Peeler-Allen, a board member of ActBlue, invoked her Fifth Amendment right during a House investigation into alleged foreign donations to the organization. This investigation, involving multiple House committees, focuses on claims that ActBlue accepted illicit donations and failed to implement necessary fraud prevention measures.

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The Hill

Two Democrats Vote with Republicans to Advance GOP Bills

Two Democrats voted alongside Republicans to advance GOP-backed bills, resulting in a 210-208 vote. This decision prevented some conservatives from blocking the legislation and supported Speaker Mike Johnson's agenda.

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Guardian — US

House Approves Funding Bill to Prevent Government Shutdown

On September 1, 2026, the US House of Representatives passed a continuing resolution to fund the government until December 11, with a vote of 370-48. This legislation aims to prevent a government shutdown ahead of the midterm elections.

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Fox News — Politics

House Democrats Reject Resolution Condemning Socialism

The House of Representatives passed a resolution condemning socialism with a vote of 220 to 192, as nearly all House Democrats opposed it. The resolution also called for election integrity measures. The vote was facilitated by two Democrats who supported the GOP, allowing the resolution to pass despite significant opposition from their party.

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Fox News — Politics

Two Democrats Support GOP Resolution to Condemn Socialism

On September 1, 2026, two Democratic representatives joined Republicans to pass a resolution condemning socialism in a narrow House vote of 209 to 208. This bipartisan support was unexpected and came amid protests from some Republicans regarding a short-term funding bill.

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PBS NewsHour

House Passes Short-Term Spending Bill to Prevent Government Shutdown

The House of Representatives passed a short-term funding bill on Tuesday to keep the federal government operational until early December, with a vote of 370-48. This measure follows previous shutdowns and aims to provide certainty for government operations and military pay. The bill includes provisions to prevent fund reallocations within the Department of Homeland Security and delays a regulation affecting federal grants.

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New York Post

House passes funding bill to keep government operational until after midterms

The House of Representatives approved a bipartisan funding bill on September 1, 2026, to keep the federal government operational until after the November 3 midterm elections. The bill passed with a vote of 370-48 and includes funding through December 11, along with a boost for certain programs. Both parties supported the bill to avoid a government shutdown ahead of the elections.

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