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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.

February 02, 2026 由 AI 报道

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.

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.

January 18, 2026 由 AI 报道

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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.

January 14, 2026 由 AI 报道

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.