Get right out of town
House Speaker Mike Johnson faces a tricky week as Republicans push a socialism vote and the SAVE America Act before Members flee to campaign.
TL;DR
- The House is in session for less than a week before members leave for campaigning.
- The Senate returns on September 14.
- A vote is planned on a resolution to force Democrats to declare their stance on socialism versus democracy.
- The SAVE America Act, requiring proof of citizenship for voting, is included in the resolution.
- Republicans aim to use the vote against Democrats in upcoming campaign ads.
- Several members, including those who lost primaries or are retiring, might resign early.
- Potential votes include censuring Rep. Chuck Edwards and expelling Rep. Cory Mills.
- Rep. Max Miller faces allegations of abuse, with House leadership supporting his reelection bid while awaiting an Ethics Committee inquiry.