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In a stunning revelation that has left political pundits and the gaming community alike reeling with both laughter and disbelief, it has come to light that a seasoned gamer, Representative Joystick M. Pad (R-Ohio), has been leveraging his mastery of strategy games to influence legislative decisions in the hallowed halls of Congress.

Sources close to the congressman have confirmed that Rep. Pad, a self-professed aficionado of games like "Political Domination" and "Strategic Senate Showdown," has been using his gaming skills to outmaneuver his colleagues in what many are calling an unprecedented fusion of recreation and statecraft.

The controversy erupted when a leaked document, ominously titled "Operation Capitol Conquest," outlined a series of intricate plans to pass a controversial education bill by using tactics reminiscent of those found in the popular board game "Risk." According to the document, Rep. Pad and his coalition of like-minded lawmakers planned to "occupy territories" (i.e., secure key votes), "negotiate alliances" (strike deals with undecided representatives), and even "eliminate rival factions" (convince opponents to change their stance) to ensure the bill's passage.

Critics have denounced the strategy as a "gross misuse of Congress's time and resources," while supporters argue that it represents a new era of problem-solving in politics. "If you can't beat 'em, join 'em," said one Republican aide who wished to remain anonymous. "Why not apply the same strategic thinking used to dominate a virtual battlefield to the real world of legislative warfare?"

The gaming community has been split down the middle, with some praising Rep. Pad for his innovative approach and others decrying the politicization of their beloved hobby. "It's like when your mom tries to bond with you over 'Fortnite' and ends up building a fortress in the living room," lamented a disgruntled gamer.

As the story continues to unfold, one thing is clear: the line between politics and play has never been more blurred. Whether this is a masterful display of strategy or a misguided attempt to gamify governance, one thing is CongressCongress will never be the same.

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