Politics

House returns for brief legislative session ahead of November midterms

Lawmakers face a light agenda, including a Republican resolution on socialism and voter ID, alongside potential ethics actions.

Updated Sep 1, 2026 · 04:21 UTC1 reports

The short version

The House of Representatives returned to Washington for a brief session before members head out to campaign for the upcoming midterm elections.
House Republicans are pushing a resolution that combines opposition to socialism with the SAVE America Act, a measure requiring proof of citizenship to vote.
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries criticized the voter ID measure as an effort to suppress votes, while House leadership faces potential ethics and disciplinary actions involving multiple members.

The House reconvened for legislative business after having not voted since July 23.[Fox News]
House Republicans scheduled a vote on a political resolution linking opposition to progressive policies with the SAVE America Act.[Fox News]
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries characterized the SAVE America Act as voter suppression intended to manipulate the midterm elections.[Fox News]
House Speaker Mike Johnson confirmed that the official schedule includes returning in a couple of weeks following the current week's session.[Fox News]
The House is weighing potential resolutions or ethics inquiries regarding Reps. Chuck Edwards, Cory Mills, and Max Miller over various personal and financial allegations.[Fox News]

It remains uncertain whether the House will return as scheduled in mid-September or remain in recess until after the November elections.[Fox News]
It is unclear whether resolutions to censure or expel Reps. Chuck Edwards, Cory Mills, or Max Miller will be brought to the floor for a formal vote.[Fox News]