US Congress: Lame Duck Session Kicks Off with Impeachment Push and New Member Orientation
The US Congress is gearing up for a busy lame-duck session as lawmakers return from the midterm elections. The session will be marked by a push for the impeachment of Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, along with a series of orientation events for new members of both chambers.
Impeachment Push Heads into Lame Duck Session
The push for the impeachment of Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is set to take center stage during the upcoming lame-duck session. The effort is being led by Rep. Thomas Massie, who has submitted a resolution with eight articles of impeachment against Hegseth.
US Congress New Members Orientation Begins
- The freshman orientation for new members of the House of Representatives kicks off on Sunday, with events scheduled throughout the week.
- The orientation for new members of the Senate will commence Monday, with 17 senators ending their terms and at least 17 more set to leave by the end of the year.
- The orientation events will provide new members with an opportunity to meet their colleagues, learn the ropes, and prepare for the upcoming challenges of the lame-duck session.
Senate GOP Leadership Struggles
As the lame-duck session begins, Senate GOP leaders are facing challenges in their quest for unity, with at least 17 senators ending their terms and another 17 set to leave by year-end.
The situation is expected to be complicated by the fact that some of these outgoing senators are considering running for the 2028 elections, adding to the challenges faced by the GOP leadership team.
President Trump's Approval Rating
President Donald Trump's approval rating is currently at 42% according to the latest Gallup poll conducted on November 2nd.
The poll also shows that only 39% of Americans approve of Trump's performance, while 51% disapprove.
Nigeria's President Buhari
Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari is expected to be sworn in for a second term on November 7th, 2026.
The president-elect is set to inaugurate his administration with a focus on economic growth and infrastructure development projects.
US Congress: Lame Duck Session Begins
The US Congress is set to begin its lame duck session, as lawmakers return from their midterm election campaigns.
The session will tackle a long to-do list of issues, including the impeachment push against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, and the ongoing challenges faced by Senate GOP leadership.
US Congress: Hegseth Impeachment Push
The US Congress is set to tackle the impeachment push against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth during its lame duck session, as lawmakers return from their midterm election campaigns.
The push for Hegseth's removal comes as the Democratic-controlled House and Senate prepare to take on a busy agenda, including a two-week legislative period, and the ongoing challenges faced by Senate GOP leadership.
Speaker Johnson's Challenge
Speaker Johnson is facing a challenge from Rep. Thomas Massie, who is pushing for his removal.
Speaker Johnson's tenure is under scrutiny as the lame duck session gets underway, and the challenges faced by the GOP leadership team.
Nigeria's President Buhari
Nigeria's President Muhammadu Buhari will be sworn in for a second term on November 7th, 2026.
President Buhari's inauguration comes as the country faces a busy agenda, including infrastructure development projects and economic growth.
US Congress: Lame Duck Session Begins
The US Congress is set to begin its lame duck session as lawmakers return from their midterm election campaigns.
The session will tackle a busy agenda, including the impeachment push against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, and the ongoing challenges faced by Senate GOP leadership.
Speaker Johnson's Challenge
Speaker Johnson is facing a challenge from Rep. Thomas Massie, who is pushing for his removal.
Speaker Johnson's tenure is under scrutiny as the lame duck session gets underway, and the challenges faced by the GOP leadership team.
Nigeria's President Buh
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