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Argentine President Javier Milei negotiates labor reform with opposition senators in the Senate amid provincial fiscal warnings and Peronist alternatives.

Government seeks opposition support for labor reform in Senate

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Javier Milei's government is pushing for approval of its labor reform in the Senate by early February, convening opposition leaders. Meanwhile, Salta Governor Gustavo Sáenz warns of fiscal impacts on provinces, and Peronism presents an alternative project without a unified stance.

House justice committee examines substance of Marcos impeachment complaints

The House justice committee ruled on Monday that two impeachment complaints against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. were sufficient in form. On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, the panel will assess if they hold sufficient substance. If approved, the process will advance to notify Marcos.

Sandro Marcos files bill for 'no work, no pay' rule for lawmakers

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House Majority Leader Sandro Marcos filed House Bill 7432 on January 27 to institutionalize a 'no work, no pay' policy for Congress members, ensuring salaries are paid only to those fulfilling their duties. The measure addresses concerns over prolonged absences by some lawmakers, including Sen. Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa.

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Jack Smith testifies on Trump investigations in House hearing

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House oversight committee votes to hold Clintons in contempt over Epstein probe

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Marcos impeachment complaint reaches speaker's office in days

Petro calls elimination of special prime for congressmen fair

President Gustavo Petro defended the government's decree eliminating the special services prime for congressmen, worth $16,914,540 monthly. The non-retroactive measure will take effect for new legislators from July 20, 2026. Petro argued it is fair given Congress's rejection of tax reforms targeting the wealthy.

Jett Nisay, Marcos impeachment endorser, is public works contractor

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Congressman Jernie Jett Nisay, who endorsed the first impeachment complaint against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., is a public works contractor whose company secured projects worth P73 million.

Rep. Adam Smith discusses Congress oversight challenges

In a recent Slate podcast episode, Rep. Adam Smith, ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee, addresses the difficulties of congressional oversight amid current political dynamics. He highlights examples like strikes on Venezuela and ICE operations in Minneapolis to illustrate how oversight has diminished in function. Smith, representing Washington’s Ninth District, shares his views on what Congress and Democrats can do next.

Lula appoints Wellington César Lima e Silva as new Justice Minister

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President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva announced on Tuesday (13) the appointment of Wellington César Lima e Silva as the new Minister of Justice and Public Security, replacing Ricardo Lewandowski. The appointee, former Attorney General of Bahia with a brief stint in the role in 2016, has support from Bahia's PT allies but is little known to congressmen outside the state. Politicians express mixed views on his security public experience.

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