House Republicans have abruptly ended the final week of legislative business before the midterms, with lawmakers set to depart Washington after Wednesday’s votes. The decision, confirmed by the GOP whip’s office, cancels Thursday’s session entirely, including a planned vote on California environmental regulations. The move shortens the usual schedule, leaving key legislative items unresolved ahead of the election. Lawmakers will now return to their districts without addressing the postponed measure.
House GOP leaders have cut short the final legislative week before the midterm elections, announcing that lawmakers will leave Washington after Wednesday’s votes. The announcement, from the office of Rep. Tom Emmer (Minn.), the GOP whip, shortens the week by a day. A vote scheduled for Thursday, related to California environmental rules, has been moved...
