# Congress on Pause Before Midterms | Boise News

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Podcast: [Boise News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/boise-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7587806)
Published: 2026-09-14T20:26:57+00:00
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Congress is on a short, sleepy session before the midterms—no government shutdown drama, but also no major wins. Defense funding, a new farm bill, and even AI regulation are all on hold, likely to be tackled after the election in a lame-duck session. Lawmakers are split on AI: some want tech companies to self-regulate, others demand government oversight and classified briefings. Meanwhile, the Senate might confirm a few nominees, but real progress hinges on November’s vote. If Democrats sweep both houses, expect zero compromise with Republicans—but a split could unlock last-minute deals before the new year. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://idahocapitalsun.com/2026/09/14/repub/congress-returns-to-session-before-midterms-sprint-but-no-action-expected-on-ai-fears/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b2036a703c58b110 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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