Congress

Trump touts success of Iran strikes and attack's initial damage assessments during 23rd week in office

Trump continued to brag about the success of U.S. strikes against Iran, and also attended the NATO Summit this week.

Oversight chair demands Jean-Pierre, other former WH staff testify on alleged Biden mental decline coverup

A House committee is demanding former White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and other staffers testify on the alleged cover-up of former President Joe Biden’s mental decline.

Immigration 21 hours ago

Republican introduces amendment to end birthright citizenship ‘once and for all’

Republican Rep. Andy Barr of Kentucky is introducing a bill to end birthright citizenship amid an ongoing legal battle between President Trump and several Democratic states.

Politics 1 day ago

Targeted by Trump, Republican Rep. Thomas Massie hauls in campaign cash

Republican Rep. Massie of Kentucky raked in campaign donations following President Donald Trump's broadsides against him on Truth Social.

Opinion 1 day ago

Former air traffic controller: Our air traffic system is being held together with eBay parts

National Airspace System runs on antiquated technology while handling 45,000 daily flights. Upgrades need Senate OK of FAA funding beyond the $12.5 billion House bill

Opinion 1 day ago

Why every word counts: Language shapes our understanding of Trump's Iran strikes

The language used in discussing Iran strikes shapes public perception, political responses, and market reactions, highlighting how words define crises beyond mere communication.

Media 2 days ago

President Trump to be interviewed by Fox News host Maria Bartiromo on Sunday

President Donald Trump will discuss strikes on Iran and his "Big Beautiful Bill" in an exclusive Fox News interview with Maria Bartiromo airing Sunday.

Florida 2 days ago

Republican congresswoman's office evacuated after pro-abortion activists send chilling threats

Rep. Kat Cammack evacuated her office after death threats following her ectopic pregnancy story in the Wall Street Journal, clarifying she didn't vote for Florida's heartbeat law.

Joe Biden 2 days ago

Top Biden aide admits to Congress she directed autopen signatures without knowing who gave final approval

The House Oversight Committee questioned former Biden aide Neera Tanden about presidential autopen signatures and Biden's mental fitness during a five-hour closed-door session.

Congress 2 days ago

A Big, Beautiful weekend on the Hill: 'Everybody having fun yet?'

All eyes are on the Senate as a skeptical Republican caucus moves forward on the "Big, Beautiful Bill" – and action is expected within days.

Kari Lake 2 days ago

Kari Lake declares US Agency for Global Media ‘rotten to the core,’ sets 2026 shutdown goal: 'A boondoggle'

Kari Lake told Congress the U.S. Agency for Global Media is “rotten to the core" and said it would be shut down by 2026 under President Donald Trump’s executive order.

Politics 3 days ago

Dead congressman's social media accounts resurrected to boost former chief of staff's congressional bid

More than a month after Rep. Gerry Connolly's death, social media accounts of his were used to promote the congressional bid of his former chief of staff James Walkinshaw.

Health 3 days ago

RFK Jr to encourage Americans to use 'wearable' tech to track their health

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announces HHS campaign for wearables as affordable alternatives to medications, highlighting how they help monitor health metrics.

Opinion 3 days ago

I'm a veteran and former Democratic congressman. Here's why the GOP ought to think hard about Iran

Republican silence on Trump's Iran military strikes, done without congressional approval, is unacceptable. Veterans will hold the GOP accountable.

National Guard 3 days ago

GOP bill would grant Trump right to deploy National Guard for immigration enforcement

The GUARD Act aims to authorize presidential deployment of National Guard for immigration enforcement when states refuse to cooperate, with harsh penalties for attackers.

Congress 3 days ago

Reporter's Notebook: Marathon weekend awaits Senate as Johnson prepares House for 'big, beautiful bill' battle

A Senate vote-a-rama on the "big, beautiful bill" is expected for this weekend with House alignment next week as lawmakers negotiate SALT deductions and spending cuts.

Donald Trump 3 days ago

Trump pressures Congress to pass 'BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL,' insisting 'NO ONE GOES ON VACATION UNTIL IT’S DONE'

President Donald Trump insisted in a Truth Social post that Congress not take vacation until they have passed the "BIG, BEAUTIFUL BILL."

Joe Biden 4 days ago

Top Biden officials summoned to testify about alleged cover-up of former president's mental fitness

Former Biden officials face House Oversight questioning about alleged cover-up of the former president's cognitive abilities, with interviews scheduled for key White House members.

Politics 4 days ago

Reporter’s Notebook: Who really decides when America goes to war? The answer isn't so clear

The Constitution grants Congress power to declare war and the president role of commander-in-chief, creating ambiguity in modern warfare as shown by recent Iran strikes.

House Of Representatives 4 days ago

Americans must have 'higher degree of vigilance' amid Iran terror threat, House Intel chair warns

Amid the Iran-Israel conflict and the U.S. strikes in Tehran, the House Intelligence chair is calling for Americans to have increased situational awareness.

Politics 5 days ago

Senate GOP aims to approve major legislation next week as Trump touts party unity

Senate Republicans aim to pass the "Big, Beautiful Bill" next week, with about seven Republicans who are potential no votes.

Congress 5 days ago

Trump slams Republican Massie as 'not MAGA' following congressman's criticism of Iran strikes

President Trump slams Rep. Thomas Massie as "weak" after the congressman claimed bombing Iran's nuclear facilities was unconstitutional, vowing to campaign against him.

Iran 6 days ago

Trump receives mixed support from Congress for Iran strikes as war powers debate rages

Congressional reactions to Donald Trump's Iran strikes reveal partisan divides, with lawmakers debating war powers as the Senate prepares for an Iran briefing amid retaliation concerns.

Politics June 20

User’s manual to the Big, Beautiful Bill this weekend and early next week

Next week is pivotal for passing the Big, Beautiful Bill in the Senate, with possible weekend sessions and potential cancellation of July 4 recess if the bill faces delays.

Politics June 20

Issa floats constitutional amendment to let Congress, SCOTUS remove president after Biden health 'cover-up'

Rep. Darrell Issa proposes constitutional amendment to strengthen presidential removal process after allegations of Biden's mental decline cover-up

Congress June 20

Dem lawmaker sparks social media firestorm with 'cringe' anti-Trump guitar performance: 'Talk about tone-deaf'

Georgia Democratic Rep. Hank Johnson faces backlash on X for his anti-Trump parody of "Hey Joe," with critics dunking on the performance, despite his beginner guitarist disclaimer.

Antisemitism Exposed June 20

Police identify, arrest man who allegedly ran Republican Rep. Max Miller off the road

Ohio Rep. Max Miller, a Jewish Republican and former Trump aide, claims a man with a Palestinian flag threatened him and his family in what he describes as antisemitic violence.

Opinion June 20

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