The Non-prophets

On April 1st, 2025, a bipartisan proposal to let members of Congress vote by proxy while on parental leave sparked unexpected chaos in the U.S. House. Co-sponsored by Rep. Ana Paulina Luna (R) and Rep. Brittany Pettersen (D), the measure aimed to support working parents in government.But GOP leaders attempted to quietly kill the bill using a procedural trick—only to face rebellion from their own side. Nine Republicans joined Democrats to derail the legislative agenda, exposing the hypocrisy in so-called “pro-family” rhetoric.The Non-Prophets panel explores how this battle reflects the broader national tension between parental rights, representation, and political gamesmanship.Watch as the crew breaks down the contradictions in Congress’ stance on family leave and why proxy voting for parents turned into such a hot-button issue.Read the full story here:Metro, by Sarah Hooper, April 1, 2025