DEVELOPING: Congress in Crisis: House in Medical Distress, Former Lawmakers Sound Alarm

Breaking News: Congress in Medical Distress, Former Lawmakers Sound Alarm A growing number of former lawmakers are sounding the alarm, warning that the US House of Representatives is in a state of crisis. According to reports, a record number of lawmakers are calling it quits ahead of the midterm elections next year, citing legislative stagnation and low morale. The House is currently in a state of medical distress, with a record number of vacancies and a growing reputation as the least productive in modern history. Former Rep. Jim Cooper, a Democrat who represented Tennessee for 32 years, described the situation as "Congress is in a coma. It has a pulse, but not many brainwaves." A record 43 lawmakers have announced their retirement or are running for other offices, with many citing the non-functional nature of the House as the reason for their departure. Barbara Comstock, a Virginia Republican and president of the Association of Former Members of Congress, said the issues are growing deeper, with studies showing that many lawmakers are leaving due to the institution's lack of functionality. The current status of the House remains uncertain, with lawmakers struggling to pass legislation and address pressing issues. The situation is expected to come to a head in the coming weeks, as the House prepares to wrap up the year. This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.