What's happened
House Republicans are set to vote on formalizing an impeachment inquiry into President Biden after censuring Rep. Jamaal Bowman.
Why it matters
The event is significant as it reflects the ongoing personal animus and partisan divide within the House GOP, with potential implications for the Biden administration and the political landscape.
What the papers say
Axios emphasizes the partisan nature of the censure and impeachment efforts, while NY Post highlights Bowman's defense and the lack of obstruction of official proceedings. The Independent and New York Times provide context on the incident and the subsequent censure resolution. Business Insider UK and AP News offer additional details on the censure vote and the broader implications for the House and the Biden administration.
How we got here
The event follows the censure of Rep. Jamaal Bowman for pulling a fire alarm in a Capitol Hill office building to delay a vote to avert a government shutdown.
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