Dem lawmakers already filling hopper with far left bills as socialists prepare to storm DC

House Democrats are preparing to revive a range of progressive bills when the new Congress convenes, as their expected majority and a larger Progressive Caucus could give the proposals more influence. The measures include decriminalising prostitution, ending the federal death penalty and cutting funding for ICE, though party leaders will decide how far these priorities shape the agenda.

The article cites a caucus expected to have about 105 members and eight incoming lawmakers affiliated with the Democratic Socialists of America. Other proposals include expanding diversity visas, requiring paid leave at one hour for every 25 hours worked, and addressing wage disparities affecting Latinas. The bills made no progress in the Republican-controlled Congress; the article says a Democratic majority of more than 250 could advance them, while Hakeem Jeffries may favour cost-of-living measures and other proposals judged more broadly popular.