Friday

05-06-2026 Vol 19

Category: Congress

Georgia Democratic Rep. David Scott, 80, has died

The longtime lawmaker was the first Black chair of the House Agriculture Committee.

House Democrat pushes DOJ on possible pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell

Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi wants to see relevant internal communications between the acting attorney general and Maxwell's attorney.

Americans’ disapproval rating of Congress matches historic high

Only 10 percent of Americans approve of the job Congress is doing, according to a new poll.

Capitol agenda: Jeffries vows ‘maximum warfare’

The minority leader is taunting Republicans after Virginia voters approved redistricting favorable to Democrats.

The House Ethics Committee is at a crossroads. Members say they’re ready to make some changes.

Amid a wave of House resignations, even members who sit on the House Ethics panel wonder if they’re doing enough to keep bad actors at bay.

Senate launches budget debate

Senate Republicans opened debate Tuesday on a fiscal blueprint meant to pave the way for passage of a party-line immigration enforcement funding bill later this year. The Senate voted...

Rick Scott holds up Coast Guard promotions

The Florida Republican said he’s trying to resolve an issue for a home-state shipbuilder.

Cherfilus-McCormick resigns amid ethics investigation

Cherfilus-McCormick was facing numerous charges and bipartisan calls for resignation.

Johnson touts ‘bipartisan’ path for FISA reauthorization, but obstacles remain

A top Democrat says he isn't participating in conversations with Republican leaders at this time.

Graham releases blueprint for GOP immigration enforcement funding plan

Senate Republicans are expected to adopt the budget resolution later this week.