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Congress is coming back to Washington. Here's what to expect
NPR • • general
Key Points:
- Republicans have only weeks left controlling both the House and Senate, with the main priority being to keep the federal government funded beyond December 11 when the current stop-gap measure expires.
- Any government funding extension will likely come through another short-term continuing resolution, as the traditional 12 appropriations bills require more time and political consensus than currently available.
- The National Defense Authorization Act faces political deadlock due to contentious issues surrounding the Iran war, which is unpopular with the public and has influenced recent election outcomes.
- The House may vote on an impeachment effort against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, introduced by Republican Thomas Massie, citing failure to properly consult Congress on military actions.
- Democrats, poised to take control soon, are unlikely to compromise on legislation, delaying major initiatives like the Protect College Sports Act and bipartisan energy permitting reforms until the new term begins.
