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119th Congress · 2nd Session
Congressional Floor Summary
House & Senate · Daily Legislative Report
Curated and produced by Lens and Mix, LLC using AI-assisted research
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Week of June 8 · Session Day 37
Week context: Three big developments converge today. (1) FISA expires tomorrow — the House votes on a short-term extension today, but it is expected to fall well short of the two-thirds needed under suspension, with Jeffries a "hard no" over the Pulte appointment. Trump is now asking for a short-term extension to buy time to find a permanent DNI, while keeping Pulte on track to take over June 19. (2) Trump signed the $70B ICE/CBP reconciliation bill Wednesday, funding the agencies through the end of his term and closing the immigration standoff. (3) Hours later, Trump demanded a "Recon 3.0" — a $350 billion Pentagon reconciliation bill that would also carry the SAVE America Act, directing Republicans to move it under simple-majority reconciliation rules. Meanwhile the Iran ceasefire framework is strained: the U.S. struck Iran in response to the downing of an Apache helicopter. The Senate is scheduled to leave today for the weekend, so any FISA resolution will come down to a unanimous-consent maneuver or a lapse.
What changed since June 10:
- Trump signed the $70B ICE/CBP reconciliation bill Wednesday: The bill funding ICE and Border Patrol through the end of Trump's term is now law, closing the 115-day immigration standoff. The anti-weaponization fund survived in the final law.
- House votes on short-term FISA extension today — expected to fall short: The House will vote on a short-term extension today under suspension (needs two-thirds). It is expected to fail that threshold: Jeffries is a "hard no," citing national-security Democrats' deep skepticism of Pulte. This is the last House vote scheduled this week; the chamber is supposed to be on recess next week. Some Republicans (e.g. Massie) also oppose, wanting a warrant requirement. A reported version would extend Section 702 through July 2.
- Trump asks for a short-term extension — but keeps Pulte: Trump posted that FISA 702 is "very important to our Military... especially during the World Cup and America250 Celebrations" and asked Congress for a short-term extension to allow time to select and confirm a permanent DNI. He thanked Pulte, who would still take over June 19, and asked Pulte to downsize the office and revert staff to home agencies. Trump framed Democrats as taking "National Security hostage because of unrelated issues."
- Trump demands "Recon 3.0" — $350B Pentagon + SAVE Act: In a Truth Social post Wednesday night, Trump called on Republicans to "IMMEDIATELY advance and pass the forthcoming $350 Billion Reconciliation Bill (Recon 3.0)" at the request of "our Great Department of War," and to include the SAVE America Act. He directed it move under reconciliation rules (simple majority, bypassing the 60-vote threshold) — the same SAVE Act the parliamentarian previously ruled ineligible, setting up another procedural fight. Rep. Pfluger (R-TX) is championing the effort.
- Iran ceasefire strained — U.S. strikes Iran after Apache downing: The tentative ceasefire framework is under pressure: the U.S. struck Iran in response to the downing of an Apache helicopter. This complicates both the war powers debate and the FISA intelligence-urgency argument (Trump cites the ongoing Iran conflict as a reason to keep 702 alive).
- Senate options on FISA: Thune may try to pass a FISA extension by unanimous consent and force a Democrat to object, or bring back up the procedural vote that failed last Friday (47–52). Senators are scheduled to leave today for the weekend, compressing the window before tomorrow's midnight expiration.
🗓 Legislative Horizon
Major initiatives expected in the weeks ahead & remainder of the 119th Congress (ends Jan 3, 2027)
Imminent
Coming weeks
Later this session
Now — expires tomorrow
FISA Section 702 — June 12 Expiration
Section 702 expires at midnight June 12. The bipartisan Warner–Cotton 3-year deal (3-year CBDC ban + a bar on the FBI using 702 data to prosecute U.S. persons) was on a glide path until Trump named FHFA director Bill Pulte as acting DNI — Democrats now refuse to renew while Pulte is set to take over June 19. The Senate motion to proceed failed 47–52 (all D except Fetterman, plus 6 R). The House short-term extension is expected to fall short of the two-thirds needed under suspension, with Jeffries a "hard no." Trump asks for a short-term patch but is keeping Pulte. Endgame: a unanimous-consent maneuver, a Pulte reversal, or a lapse — which would be only the second since 1978.
Resolution hinges on Pulte. Senate may try UC and force a D objection. Senators leave today for the weekend.
This week
Reconciliation 3.0 — $350B Pentagon + SAVE Act
Hours after signing the ~$70B ICE/CBP reconciliation bill (June 10), Trump demanded a third party-line package: $350B for the Pentagon plus the SAVE America Act, moved under simple-majority reconciliation. The SAVE Act collides with the parliamentarian’s prior ruling that it is reconciliation-ineligible — and Trump has separately demanded Thune fire her over exactly that. Rep. Pfluger (R-TX) is championing the effort. Conservatives also hope to fold in Iran war defense funding, a CBDC ban, health care, and fraud-prevention provisions. Shaping up as the next major intra-GOP and procedural battleground.
"A serious problem for GOP leaders" (Punchbowl). Parliamentarian fight looms. Byrd Rule collision on SAVE Act.
Ongoing
Iran — War Powers & Ceasefire Framework
The House passed War Powers concurrent resolution H.Con.Res. 86, 215–208 (Massie, Fitzpatrick, Barrett, Davidson crossing over) — but as a concurrent resolution it is symbolic and is not presented to the president. The Senate’s joint resolution (S.J.Res., which would carry force of law) advanced 50–47 procedurally with four R crossovers (Collins, Murkowski, Paul, Cassidy); a final vote is still possible but needs one more Republican. A tentative U.S.–Iran framework (60-day ceasefire extension, Strait of Hormuz reopening, nuclear talks) is unfinalized and under strain after the U.S. struck Iran following the downing of an Apache helicopter. Bessent: no sanctions relief without Iranian HEU turnover. Graham wants congressional review under the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act of 2015.
Ceasefire strained. Senate final War Powers vote pending. Deal would moot the vote and ease FISA urgency.
Now — 2026 midterms
Supreme Court VRA Ruling — Louisiana v. Callais (6–3)
The Court’s 6–3 ruling in Louisiana v. Callais (April 30) gutted Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act as applied to majority-minority district mandates. Florida enacted a new map; Alabama, Tennessee, and others moved through special sessions; Louisiana’s attempt to delay its primary for redistricting drew legal challenges. Estimates suggest up to 19 additional Republican-leaning House seats could be drawn by 2028, though the Purcell doctrine limits changes close to the November 2026 election. Congressional Democrats have no legislative path to a fix with the current majorities. The ruling will shape redistricting through the 2030 census.
Maps shifting in multiple states. Up to ~19 R-leaning seats possible by 2028. Purcell limits 2026 changes.
By Sept. 30
FY2027 Appropriations
The new fiscal year begins October 1, 2026. All 12 appropriations bills must pass by September 30 to avoid a shutdown. Senate Appropriations (Collins/Murray) are working 302(b) toplines with markups planned after July 4; House THUD subcommittee markup is set for July 14, full committee July 17. The $350B Pentagon reconciliation demand complicates the defense topline — leadership must decide whether war/Pentagon funding flows through reconciliation or the regular bills. After this session’s shutdown history, another continuing resolution or shutdown is a realistic risk.
Hard deadline Sept. 30, 2026. Pentagon topline fight ahead. CR or shutdown a live possibility.
Coming months
Trump vs. the Senate Parliamentarian
Trump has twice in five weeks demanded Thune fire Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough over her rulings keeping the SAVE Act out of reconciliation. Thune is resisting, calling the targeting "concerning" — overruling or replacing her would set a precedent future majorities could exploit and would cost institutionalist votes (Collins, Murkowski, McConnell). The standoff is a recurring flashpoint that will resurface with every reconciliation and Byrd Rule fight, including Recon 3.0.
Institutional norms vs. results pressure. Resurfaces on every Byrd Rule dispute.
Later in session
Debt Ceiling
Treasury has been operating under extraordinary measures. The debt-limit runway depends on what fiscal vehicles move this year — a reconciliation package carrying a debt-limit increase would extend it, while inaction makes the ceiling a separate crisis point. Projections have pointed to a potential X-date around late 2026 or early 2027. Worth tracking as Recon 3.0 and appropriations develop.
Timing depends on whether a debt-limit increase rides on a moving vehicle. Potential X-date late 2026/early 2027.
Fall 2026
2026 Midterm Elections — Session Deadline
The 119th Congress ends January 3, 2027; all bills not enacted by then expire. The November 3, 2026 midterms decide the 120th Congress. Republicans hold a narrow House majority (roughly 218–215 with vacancies) and a 53–47 Senate (two independents caucus with Democrats). Trump-backed primary challengers have ousted incumbents Cornyn and Cassidy, reshaping the GOP caucus. The effective legislative window narrows by late summer as campaign season dominates.
Effective window closes by ~September 2026. Primary purges reshaping the GOP caucus.
Republican lead
Democrat lead
Bipartisan
Deadline
Active
Completed
Contested
U.S. House of Representatives
Majority Leader: Rep. Steve Scalise (R-LA) · Speaker: Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA) · Recess next week
FISA — short-term vote TODAY
FISA Section 702 — Short-Term Extension Vote Today · Expected to Fall Short of 2/3
⚠ Expires tomorrow · Suspension vote needs 2/3 · Jeffries "hard no" · Pulte the obstacle
The House votes today on a short-term FISA extension under suspension of the rules — requiring a two-thirds majority it is expected to fall short of. Jeffries is a "hard no," citing national-security Democrats' deep skepticism of Pulte as acting DNI. Trump asked Congress for the short-term extension to buy time for a permanent DNI selection — while keeping Pulte on track to take over June 19 — which Democrats say misses the point. Some Republicans, including Massie, oppose any clean extension without a warrant requirement. This is the last House vote scheduled this week before a planned recess, putting enormous pressure on the Senate to act before tomorrow's midnight expiration.
Recon 3.0 — Trump's $350B demand
Reconciliation 3.0 — Trump Demands $350B Pentagon Bill + SAVE America Act
⚠ $350B for "Dept. of War" · SAVE Act via reconciliation · Parliamentarian fight looms
Hours after signing the ICE/CBP bill, Trump demanded a third reconciliation package — $350 billion for the Pentagon ("our Great Department of War") plus the SAVE America Act, the proof-of-citizenship voting overhaul. By directing it through reconciliation, Trump seeks to bypass the 60-vote Senate threshold — but the parliamentarian previously ruled the SAVE Act ineligible for reconciliation, and Trump has separately demanded Thune fire her over exactly that. So Recon 3.0 sets up a renewed procedural confrontation. Rep. Pfluger (R-TX) is leading the effort and projects confidence despite skeptics. The bill would also be the vehicle conservatives hope to use for Iran war funding, CBDC, health care, and fraud-prevention priorities.
Reconciliation 2.0 — SIGNED into law
ICE/CBP Reconciliation Bill — Signed by Trump Wednesday · $70B Through End of Term
✓ Signed into law Wed · Funds ICE + Border Patrol through end of term · 115-day standoff closed
Trump signed the ICE/CBP reconciliation bill into law Wednesday, ending the 115-day immigration standoff. The roughly $70B funds ICE and Border Patrol through the end of his term — the second major multi-billion-dollar infusion to the agencies in a year. The bill passed the House 214–212 Tuesday and the Senate 51–50 last week. The $1.776B anti-weaponization fund survived in the final law; Jan. 6 officers have filed suit against Trump over it, and a court order temporarily blocking the fund remains in effect pending litigation. With this done, Trump immediately pivoted to demanding Recon 3.0.
FY2027 appropriations
FY2027 Appropriations — House THUD Markup July 14 · Senate Bills on Calendar · Sept. 30 Deadline
House recess next week · Markups resume after July 4 · Shutdown deadline Sept. 30
The FY2027 appropriations process continues with the House heading into recess next week and markups set to resume after July 4. The big looming question is how the $350B Pentagon request interacts with the regular defense appropriations bill — whether war funding flows through Recon 3.0 or the normal appropriations process. All 12 spending bills must pass by September 30 to avoid a government shutdown, the next hard fiscal cliff after the FISA deadline.
U.S. Senate
Majority Leader: Sen. John Thune (R-SD) · Minority Leader: Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-NY) · Leaving today for weekend
FISA — Senate endgame · expires tomorrow
FISA Section 702 — Senate Endgame · UC Maneuver or Lapse · Expires Tomorrow Midnight
⚠ Expires tomorrow · Thune may try UC and force a D objection · Senators leave today
With FISA expiring tomorrow at midnight and the House short-term extension expected to fail the two-thirds bar, the Senate endgame narrows to procedural maneuvers. Thune may try to pass an extension by unanimous consent — forcing a Democrat to publicly object and own the lapse — or bring back the procedural vote that failed 47–52 last Friday. Either way, the Pulte appointment remains the core obstacle: Democrats won't provide votes while Pulte is set to take over the DNI role June 19. Senators are scheduled to leave today for the weekend, so absent a breakthrough, Section 702 lapses for the second time since 1978. Trump cites the Iran conflict and the World Cup / America250 events as reasons it must not lapse.
Recon 3.0 — Senate problem
Recon 3.0 — $350B Pentagon + SAVE Act · "Serious Problem" for Senate GOP Leaders
SAVE Act ruled ineligible by parliamentarian · Trump wants her fired · Byrd Rule collision
Trump's $350B Recon 3.0 demand lands as a serious problem for Senate GOP leaders. Including the SAVE America Act via reconciliation directly collides with the parliamentarian's prior ruling that it is ineligible — which is why Trump has separately demanded Thune fire her. Thune is resisting on institutional grounds: overruling or replacing the parliamentarian would set a precedent future Democratic majorities could weaponize, and would cost votes from Collins, Murkowski, and McConnell. The $350B Pentagon figure also reopens spending-level fights. Recon 3.0 is shaping up as the next major intra-GOP battleground once the FISA deadline passes.
Iran — ceasefire strained
Iran Ceasefire Strained — U.S. Strikes Iran After Apache Helicopter Downing
Framework under pressure · War powers debate continues · FISA urgency argument
The tentative U.S.-Iran ceasefire framework is under renewed strain after the U.S. struck Iran in response to the downing of an Apache helicopter. The flare-up complicates the war powers debate — the Senate's joint resolution (S.J.Res.) final vote remains possible — and bolsters Trump's argument that FISA 702 must not lapse while the conflict continues. Graham continues to push for congressional review of any eventual Iran deal under the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act. The combination of an active Iran conflict, the World Cup kicking off in North America, and the America250 celebrations is the backdrop for the FISA expiration fight.
FY2027 appropriations
FY2027 Appropriations — Senate Considering Several Bills · $350B Pentagon Request Looms · Sept. 30
Several FY2027 bills under consideration · Pentagon topline fight ahead · Shutdown deadline Sept. 30
The Senate is considering several FY2027 appropriations bills as the process accelerates toward the September 30 deadline. Trump's $350B Recon 3.0 Pentagon demand complicates the defense appropriations picture — leadership must decide whether war and Pentagon funding flow through reconciliation or the regular bills. With the reconciliation immigration fight resolved and FISA at a cliff, appropriations and Recon 3.0 are the dominant fiscal storylines heading into the summer and the November midterms.
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June 2026
Jun 10
Signed into law
Signed
Trump signs $70B ICE/CBP reconciliation bill — funds agencies through end of term
Closes 115-day immigration standoff. House passed 214–212 (Jun 9); Senate 51–50 (Vance tie-break) last week. Anti-weaponization fund survived; Jan. 6 officers suing Trump over it; court order blocking fund remains pending litigation.
Jun 10
Demand
$350B
Trump demands "Recon 3.0" — $350B Pentagon bill + SAVE America Act via reconciliation
Truth Social post directs Republicans to immediately advance a $350B Pentagon reconciliation package including the SAVE America Act, under simple-majority reconciliation rules. Collides with parliamentarian's prior ruling that SAVE Act is reconciliation-ineligible. Pfluger (R-TX) championing. "A serious problem for GOP congressional leaders" per Punchbowl.
Jun 9
Passed House → Trump
214–212
ICE/CBP Reconciliation Bill — Passed House 214–212 · Headed to Trump's desk
Party-line 214–212 vote ends 115-day immigration standoff. Funds ICE + Border Patrol through 2029. Anti-weaponization fund ($1.776B) survived unrestricted. Only crossover: Rep. Kiley (I-CA, former R) voted with GOP. Jan. 6 officers suing Trump over the fund. Tillis blasted colleagues for not blocking it. Goes to Trump for signature.
Jun 8
Demand
Resisted
Trump demands Thune fire Senate parliamentarian over SAVE Act
Second such demand in 5 weeks. Parliamentarian MacDonough ruled SAVE Act can't pass via simple-majority reconciliation. Thune resisting — calls targeting "concerning." Would set precedent for future Democratic majorities and cost institutionalist R votes (Collins, Murkowski, McConnell).
Jun 7
Framework
Tentative
Tentative U.S.-Iran 60-day ceasefire extension + Strait of Hormuz framework reached
Tentative agreement (not yet finalized) to extend ceasefire 60 days, reopen Strait of Hormuz, and establish nuclear talks framework. Bessent condition: no sanctions relief without Iranian HEU turnover. Graham calling for congressional review under Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act. Trump: daily conversations with Iran. Initial Pakistan talks in April failed; deal would reshape entire fall legislative calendar.
Jun 6
Blocked
47–52
Senate Democrats block FISA motion to proceed 47–52 over Pulte DNI appointment
All Democrats except Fetterman voted no, joined by 6 Republicans (Hawley, Lee, Paul, Schmitt, Scott, Tuberville). Democrats protesting Trump's appointment of FHFA director Bill Pulte as acting DNI. Pulte used FHFA role to dig up mortgage info on Fed Gov. Cook and NY AG James. Warner: can't authorize surveillance when Pulte could use intelligence against Trump's political enemies. Fast-track FISA path now dead.
Jun 5
Failed 49–49
49–49
Warner amendment to bar Pulte as acting DNI — Failed 49–49 · 3 R crossovers
Cassidy, Collins, and Murkowski voted to bar a Senate-confirmed agency head from serving as acting DNI. Failed 49–49. All three questioned Pulte's credentials. Pulte simultaneously serves as FHFA director.
Jun 3
HISTORIC
Passed
Iran War Powers Resolution — PASSED House · First chamber passage of conflict
House passed concurrent resolution directing Trump to remove U.S. forces from Iran hostilities — first time either chamber has passed a War Powers resolution on the Iran conflict. Required Republican crossovers (Fitzpatrick, Bacon, others). Goes to Senate. Trump expected to veto if Senate passes. Rubio called House Foreign Affairs hearing "chaos" and warned Iran would think administration's "hands tied."
Jun 3
Passed House
215–208
H.Con.Res. 86 — Iran War Powers Resolution · Passed House 215–208
First final passage of a War Powers resolution on the Iran conflict in either chamber. R crossovers: Massie (KY), Fitzpatrick (PA), Barrett (MI), Davidson (OH). Johnson had previously sent members home early to prevent the vote. Trump: "4 bad Republicans" in "meaningless vote." Goes to Senate — final vote not yet scheduled. Active Iran deal talks may moot the vote.
Jun 3
Statement
Reversal
Fetterman: eliminating filibuster "we were so wrong, so wrong about that"
Sen. Fetterman reversed his prior position opposing filibuster elimination. Significant given Paxton and Cassidy successor elections — both more likely to push filibuster abolition. Fetterman has broken with Democrats on Warsh, Cekada, reconciliation, and War Powers throughout this session.
Jun 2
Passed Senate
51–50
ICE/CBP Reconciliation Bill ($72B) — Passed Senate 51–50 · Vance breaks tie
Collins, Tillis, and Paul voted no. Ballroom and anti-weaponization fund both stripped. Funds ICE ($38.2B) + CBP ($22.57B) through FY2029 + $1.5B DOJ. Goes to House — Johnson targeting July 2 floor vote. Senate made Medicaid changes that may complicate House passage. Paul: "The big not so beautiful bill has passed."
Jun 1
Returns
Returns
Congress returns from recess · Reconciliation vote-a-rama resumes · FISA 11 days
Both chambers return from one-week recess. Reconciliation vote-a-rama resumes with anti-weaponization fund still unresolved. FISA expires June 12 with effective deal deadline ~June 9. Murkowski AUMF expected this week.
Jun 1
Dropped
Fund dropped
Anti-weaponization fund dropped — DOJ abides by court ruling · Reconciliation path clears
Trump administration backed down on $1.776B anti-weaponization fund Mon morning. DOJ announced compliance with Eastern District of Virginia court order blocking the fund. Thune called on White House to abandon it; Johnson met Trump personally. Republican leaders now confident $72B reconciliation bill can pass this week with fund removed. Democrats still plan amendment votes on fund.
May 2026
May 26
Primary loss
Primary loss
Sen. Cassidy (R-LA) loses primary to Trump-endorsed challenger
Second sitting Republican senator toppled in 2026 cycle after Cornyn. Cassidy voted to convict Trump at 2nd impeachment trial. Two fewer establishment-aligned Republican senators in next Congress. Both Paxton and Cassidy's successor more likely to support filibuster abolition.
May 26
Primary result
Paxton wins
Ken Paxton defeats John Cornyn in Texas Senate GOP runoff — blowout
AP called race ~8 p.m. Paxton wins in blowout, ending Cornyn's 35-year electoral dominance. Trump endorsed Paxton; Thune/McConnell backed Cornyn. One GOP strategist: "Trump made a $100M mistake." Pence: GOP "lost our way." Paxton faces Democrat Talarico in November. Filibuster abolition a key Paxton campaign issue.
May 21
Stalled
Stalled
ICE/CBP Reconciliation Bill — $72B · Stalled · $1.8B anti-weaponization fund broke GOP
Vote-a-rama began but bill did not pass Thursday. New flashpoint: $1.8B "anti-weaponization fund" allowing DOJ to compensate those "wronged" by federal law enforcement — including potentially Jan. 6 rioters per VP Vance. Tillis: "stupid on stilts." Senate adjourned for recess. Vote expected week of June 1. June 1 Trump deadline missed. SAVE Act amendment failed 48–50 during vote-a-rama.
May 20
Markup completed
Markup done
Senate Budget Committee markup completed — Combines Homeland Security + Judiciary bills
Budget Committee completed its largely procedural markup combining the two committee reconciliation bills into one package. Floor vote-a-rama begins Thursday. Ballroom provision ($1B) stripped after parliamentarian ruling. CBO: $71.7B deficit impact over 2026–2035.
May 19
Markup completed
Markup done
Senate Judiciary Committee markup completed · Reconciliation ICE/CBP bill
Judiciary Committee completed its markup of the $30.73B ICE portion of the reconciliation bill. Budget Committee markup today (Wed). CBO estimates combined deficit impact $71.7B over 2026–2035. Floor vote-a-rama Thursday.
May 17
Ruled out
Ruled out
Senate Parliamentarian rules $1B White House ballroom security provision CANNOT be in reconciliation
Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough ruled Sat night that the ballroom provision spans multiple committee jurisdictions — cannot pass at simple-majority threshold. Six Republican senators had raised concerns. Graham says provision may go to a third reconciliation bill. Democrats to use as campaign messaging ("Ballroom Republicans").
May 15
Passed House
Passed
5-year farm bill passed the House last week. Bipartisan origins (7 Democrats voted yes in committee) but sharp floor opposition to SNAP cuts ($187B over 10 years) and pesticide liability shield. Includes E15 ethanol. Now awaiting Senate action — Senate Agriculture timeline unclear. Needs 60 votes in Senate.
May 15
Announced
AUMF coming
Murkowski announces Iran AUMF introduction — pivots war debate to authorization with conditions
Sen. Murkowski announced she will introduce an Authorization for Use of Military Force for the Iran conflict when Congress returns. Working with several colleagues. Shifts debate from "stop the war" to "authorize with congressional conditions and oversight." Potential co-sponsors: Collins, Tillis, Curtis, Paul.
May 15
Diplomatic
Tariffs lifted
Trump lifts UK tariffs following King Charles joint address · First major tariff rollback
Following King Charles III's historic joint address to Congress Wednesday, Trump announced he is lifting tariffs on UK goods — the first significant tariff rollback of his second term. Charles proposed a toast to Trump. UK-US trade relationship restored.
May 14
Renamed
Renamed
Iran conflict renamed "Project Freedom" · Rubio: "Operation Epic Fury is over"
Rubio announced new phase focused on opening Strait of Hormuz. Legal strategy to reset War Powers Act clock. Democrats and 3 Republican senators rejected rebranding. Iran responding with strikes on Strait transit vessels. War cost confirmed at $29B Thursday.
May 14
Hearing
$29B confirmed
Hegseth + Gen. Caine — Pentagon $1.5T FY2027 Budget Request · Iran war cost $29B
Back-to-back testimony before House and Senate Appropriations. $1.5T FY2027 request = 42% increase. Iran war cost confirmed $29B (internal estimates $50B+). Cole warned reconciliation for war funding "creates cliffs." Some Republicans pushing for third reconciliation bill for Iran defense spending.
May 14
Advanced
Advanced committee
Digital Asset Market Structure Legislation — Advanced Senate Banking Committee
Bipartisan crypto market structure bill cleared Senate Banking Committee Thursday. Establishes SEC/CFTC jurisdiction framework for digital assets. Senate floor timing TBD.
May 13
Confirmed
54–45
Kevin Warsh — Federal Reserve Chair · Confirmed 54–45 · Closest in modern era
Fetterman only Democratic crossover. 17th Fed chair of the modern banking era. First new Fed chair since 2018. Powell stays on as Fed governor. First FOMC meeting as chair: June 16–17. Warsh plans "regime change" at Fed — tighter Treasury coordination, smaller balance sheet.
May 13
Advanced
3 R crossovers
S.J.Res. 163 — Iran War Powers Resolution · 3 Republican crossovers for first time
Murkowski (R-AK), Collins (R-ME), and Rand Paul (R-KY) voted to advance — first time three Republicans crossed over in any of seven Iran war votes. Murkowski voting yes for the first time. Coalition now ~50 votes — one short of majority if Fetterman votes no. Tillis and Curtis have expressed concern. White House dismissed vote.
May 12
Confirmed
51–45
Kevin Warsh — Federal Reserve Board of Governors · Confirmed 51–45
Largely party-line; Fetterman (D-PA) the only Democratic crossover. 14-year term as Fed governor confirmed. Chair vote expected Wednesday. Powell's chair term expires Friday. Warsh plans "regime change" at the Fed — tighter Treasury coordination, smaller balance sheet, lower rates. Iran war oil price surge complicates the policy environment.
May 11
Cloture invoked
Cloture invoked
Kevin Warsh — Federal Reserve Chair Nominee · Cloture invoked Mon
Senate invoked cloture on Warsh nomination Monday evening. Confirmation vote expected Wednesday. Powell's term has expired; Warsh would immediately become Fed chair upon confirmation.
May 11
Confirmed
49 confirmed
49 Trump Executive Branch Nominees Confirmed En Bloc
Senate confirmed 49 nominees in a single en bloc vote via S.Res. approval. Part of Thune's ongoing strategy to accelerate Trump administration staffing. Democrats objected but could not block.
May 8
Released
Text released
ICE/CBP Reconciliation Bill Text Released — $72B · Through FY2029
Senate Judiciary and Homeland Security Committees released full text of the $72B reconciliation bill funding ICE and Border Patrol through fiscal year 2029. Senate Judiciary business meeting to formally consider this week ahead of May 15 reporting deadline.
May 7
Escalation
Tanker attacked
U.S. Forces Attack Iranian-Flagged Tanker · Naval Blockade Enforcement
U.S. military attacked an Iranian-flagged tanker attempting to breach the Strait of Hormuz naval blockade — most significant military action since April 7 ceasefire. White House had declared hostilities "terminated" May 1. Iran revealed peace demands Trump rejected. Macron called for Strait reopening.
May 3
Indictment
Indicted
Former FBI Director James Comey — Second Indictment
Indicted for posting a photo of seashells on a beach that prosecutors said amounted to a threat against President Trump. Comey denied the charge. Second indictment of Comey this session. Democrats called it politically motivated.
May 1
WH Letter
Disputed
White House declares Iran hostilities "terminated" · War Powers clock reset disputed
White House sent formal letter to Congress declaring hostilities "terminated" even as naval blockade continues. Administration argues April 7 ceasefire pauses the 60-day clock. Democrats and 4 Republican senators rejected the framing. War Powers confrontation deferred.
April 2026
Apr 30
SCOTUS
6–3
Louisiana v. Callais — Supreme Court 6–3 · VRA Section 2 gutted
Conservative supermajority struck down Louisiana's 2nd majority-Black congressional district. Effectively nullifies VRA Section 2 majority-minority district requirements. Florida immediately enacted new gerrymander. Up to 19 House seats could shift R by 2028. Kagan dissent called it "setting back racial equality in electoral opportunity."
Apr 30
Enacted
Signed
P.L. 119-85 — DHS Appropriations (Non-ICE/CBP) · 76-day shutdown ended
House passed by voice vote; Trump signed Thursday afternoon. Funds TSA, Secret Service, Coast Guard, FEMA, CISA, and all non-immigration DHS agencies through Sept. 30. Longest agency-level shutdown in U.S. history ended. ICE/CBP on reconciliation track.
Apr 30
Enacted
Signed
P.L. 119-86 — FISA Section 702 45-Day Extension (3rd short-term patch)
Senate stripped CBDC ban, passed unanimously. House passed 261–111. Trump signed. New expiration: ~June 15. Third FISA short-term patch this session (Apr 18, Apr 30). 3-year deal still unresolved.
Apr 29
Confirmed
59–39
Robert Cekada — ATF Director · Confirmed 59–39
Bipartisan: 7 Democratic caucus members voted yes. First ATF director confirmed by a Republican president. Announced 34 regulatory reforms same day, including rescission of Biden-era pistol brace rule.
Apr 29
Passed House
235–191
Passed House 235–191. 42 Democrats yes, 22 Republicans no. CBDC ban attached dead on arrival in Senate — 45-day extension likely instead. FISA expires tonight.
Apr 29
Adopted
215–211
House adopted 215–211 party-line. Both chambers now adopted — reconciliation formally launched. Senate committees write ICE/CBP funding bill by May 15.
Apr 29
Rule passed
216–210
H.Res. 1224 — Rule for FISA + Farm Bill + Reconciliation
Rule passed 216–210 after 2+ hours open. Luna went no → present → yes after SAVE Act commitment. Rep. McGovern: "S---show."
Apr 29
Joint Address
Joint session
King Charles III — Address to Joint Session of Congress
First British monarch to address Congress since 1991. Came amid UK-US tariff tensions. Johnson presided.
Apr 27
Cloture invoked
Cloture invoked
Robert Cekada — ATF Director · Cloture invoked Mon
Cloture invoked on nomination. Confirmation vote scheduled today Apr 28. Expected party-line confirmation.
Apr 25
Shooting
1 agent wounded
White House Correspondents' Dinner Shooting — Washington Hilton
Cole Tomas Allen fired shots at security screening area outside WHCD. One Secret Service agent struck in vest, expected to recover. Trump, Vance, Cabinet evacuated. Allen arrested; charged with attempted assassination of the President. Manifesto cited "Friendly Federal Assassin." Galvanized DHS funding urgency.
Apr 23
Passed House
Passed
Geothermal energy bill passed the House Thursday. Waives NEPA review for certain federal land geothermal activities. Bipartisan support. Sent to Senate.
Apr 23
Cloture filed
Cloture filed
Thune filed cloture on motion to proceed to S. 4344 immediately after budget resolution passed. Cloture vote possible as early as Monday Apr 27. Senate's FISA fallback now formally in motion.
Apr 23
Adopted
50–48
Adopted 50–48 at ~3:30 a.m. after 5-hour vote-a-rama. Murkowski and Rand Paul voted against with all Democrats. Graham amendment (violent criminal deportation) passed 98–0. All Democratic policy amendments failed. Now heads to House for adoption.
Apr 22
Failed
46–51
Sponsored by Sen. Baldwin (D-WI). Failed 46–51. Fetterman (D) voted no; Paul (R) voted yes — consistent with all prior votes. Grassley, McCormick, Warner absent. War Powers Act 60-day deadline arrives next week.
Apr 22
Motion to proceed
52–46
Senate voted 52–46 on strict party lines to proceed to the FY2026 budget resolution for ICE/CBP reconciliation. Instructs committees to draft $70B in immigration enforcement funding by May 15. Vote-a-rama expected Wed or Thu.
Apr 21
Resigned
Effective 1:30 p.m.
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) — Resigned
Resigned at 1:30 p.m., minutes before her House Ethics Committee sanctions hearing. Third member to resign in under two weeks (after Swalwell D-CA and Gonzales R-TX last week). House now 218R–213D, 4 open seats.
Apr 21
Confirmed
47–46
Andrew B. Davis — U.S. District Judge, W.D. Texas
Confirmed 47–46. Collins (R) voted no. Seven senators not voting: Daines, Fetterman, Grassley, Murkowski, Risch, Sheehy, Warner. Third Trump W.D. Texas judge confirmed this session.
Apr 20
On Calendar
Rule XIV
Placed on Senate Calendar via Rule XIV by Majority Leader Thune. Senate formally positioned to take lead on longer-term FISA deal before April 30 deadline.
Apr 20
Passed
Voice vote
S.Res. 681 — Resolution honoring Chuck Norris
Adopted by voice vote. Memorial resolution for the late actor and martial artist.
Apr 18
Enacted
Signed
Signed into law Saturday by President Trump. Extends FISA Section 702 through April 30. Followed three failed House floor votes (18-month, 5-year, rule) Thursday night. Both chambers passed by unanimous consent.
Apr 16
Failed
47–52
Motion to discharge from Senate Foreign Relations Committee failed. Democrats could not win Republican crossover votes needed to force the bill to the floor.
Apr 16
Passed Senate
50–49
Passed Senate 50–49. Collins and Tillis (R) voted against; Hawley not voting. Sent to House. Would reverse Biden-era withdrawal of Iron Range federal lands from mining.
Apr 16
Cloture invoked
49–48
Andrew B. Davis — U.S. District Judge, W.D. Texas
Cloture invoked 49–48 on Trump judicial nominee. Confirmation vote scheduled no earlier than Monday April 20.
Apr 15
Failed
36–63
Motion to discharge from Foreign Relations Committee failed. Would have directed disapproval of U.S. arms sales to Israel.
Apr 15
Passed
51–49
Congressional Review Act disapproval of Biden-era Bureau of Land Management withdrawal of federal lands in Cook, Lake & St. Louis Counties, MN. Passed Senate; sent to House.
Apr 14
Confirmed
Party-line
John Thomas Shepherd — U.S. District Judge, W.D. Arkansas
Trump judicial nominee confirmed by Senate. Part of ongoing judicial confirmation pipeline.
Apr 13
Enacted
Signed
Signed April 13, 2026. Addresses small business innovation programs and economic security provisions.
Apr 8
Ceasefire
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Iran–U.S. Ceasefire Takes Effect (Operation Epic Fury)
After 40 days of combat operations, a ceasefire brokered by Pakistan took effect. U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports imposed Apr 13 after peace talks in Islamabad collapsed. No AUMF passed by Congress.
March 2026
Mar 24
Confirmed
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Markwayne Mullin — Secretary of Homeland Security
Sen. Mullin (R-OK) confirmed as DHS Secretary and resigned from Senate. Alan Armstrong appointed to fill his seat.
Mar 12
Passed Senate
82–11
Bipartisan housing supply bill passed Senate 82–11 with substitute amendment (S.Amdt. 4308). Returned to House with changes; House has not yet acted on Senate version.
February 2026
Feb 28
Military
No AUMF
Operation Epic Fury Launched — U.S.–Israel Strikes on Iran
Joint U.S.–Israeli military operation commenced. Supreme Leader Khamenei killed in opening strikes. Iran responded with missile/drone attacks; closed Strait of Hormuz. No congressional AUMF authorized. 40-day campaign until Apr 8 ceasefire.
Feb 25
Passed House
218–213
Requires documentary proof of citizenship to register for federal elections; photo ID to vote. Passed House 218–213. Currently stalled in Senate filibuster.
Feb 18
Enacted
Signed
Establishes a congressional time capsule for the U.S. 250th anniversary in 2026.
Feb 18
Enacted
Signed
Congressional Review Act disapproval of D.C. Council's income and franchise tax conformity amendment.
Feb 14
Shutdown
Day 75
Partial DHS Shutdown Begins — Ongoing
DHS partial shutdown began when two-week CR expired. Democrats blocked DHS funding demanding ICE/CBP reform after CBP killing of Alex Pretti (Jan 24). ICE, CBP, TSA, FEMA, Secret Service among affected agencies. Shutdown ongoing as of April 16.
Feb 10
Enacted
Signed
Requires federal agencies to cross-check payment records against the Social Security death master file to eliminate improper payments to deceased individuals.
Feb 9
Passed House
Bipartisan
Bipartisan housing supply bill passed House. Includes zoning reform incentives, FHA loan limit increases, streamlined environmental reviews.
Feb 6
Enacted
Signed
Reforms bankruptcy court administrative procedures and fee structures.
Feb 3
Enacted
Signed
Full-year FY2026 appropriations for all departments except DHS. Ended the 4-day general shutdown (Jan 31–Feb 3). DHS excluded due to Democratic objections over ICE/CBP reform.
Feb 3
Shutdown ends
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First 2026 Shutdown Ends (4 days — Jan 31–Feb 3)
General government shutdown ended when P.L. 119-75 was signed. Shutdown caused by delay approving full-year appropriations package; DHS excluded and placed on 2-week CR.
January 2026
Jan 31
Shutdown
4 days
First 2026 General Government Shutdown Begins
Partial shutdown began when FY2025 continuing resolution expired. Affected approximately half of federal departments. Lasted 4 days until Feb 3 passage of Consolidated Appropriations Act.
Jan 23
Enacted
Signed
Signed Jan 23, 2026. Part of the FY2026 appropriations package covering Commerce, Justice, Science (including NASA/NSF), Energy and Water, and Interior/Environment departments.
Jan 22
Passed House
341–88 / 220–207
Final FY2026 Appropriations Package — 3 Bills
House passed final three FY2026 spending bills (Transportation/HUD 341–88; DHS 220–207; others) completing the House's work on annual appropriations. Senate Democrats subsequently blocked DHS portion.
Jan 20
Enacted
Signed
Amends title 38 to improve VA housing assistance programs for disabled veterans.
Jan 8
Veto sustained
Override failed
Veto Override Attempts Fail — H.R. 504 & H.R. 131
House failed to override two Biden-era vetoes: Miccosukee Reserved Area Amendments Act (H.R. 504) and Finish the Arkansas Valley Conduit Act (H.R. 131). Both vetoes sustained; bills died.
Jan 5
Session opens
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119th Congress 2nd Session Convenes
Second session of the 119th Congress begins. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) resigned same day. Rep. Doug LaMalfa (R-CA) died Jan 6. Republican House majority: 218–214 at opening.