Category: Congress
April 22, 2026
Congress
Georgia Democratic Rep. David Scott, 80, has died
The longtime lawmaker was the first Black chair of the House Agriculture Committee.
April 22, 2026
Congress
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.
April 22, 2026
Congress
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.
April 22, 2026
Congress
Capitol agenda: Jeffries vows ‘maximum warfare’
The minority leader is taunting Republicans after Virginia voters approved redistricting favorable to Democrats.
April 21, 2026
Congress
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.
April 21, 2026
Congress
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...
April 21, 2026
Congress
Rick Scott holds up Coast Guard promotions
The Florida Republican said he’s trying to resolve an issue for a home-state shipbuilder.
April 21, 2026
Congress
Cherfilus-McCormick resigns amid ethics investigation
Cherfilus-McCormick was facing numerous charges and bipartisan calls for resignation.
April 21, 2026
Congress
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.
April 21, 2026
Congress
Graham releases blueprint for GOP immigration enforcement funding plan
Senate Republicans are expected to adopt the budget resolution later this week.