Category: Congress
December 22, 2025
Congress
He’s facing very long odds. So why are New York Republicans betting on Bruce Blakeman?
Struggling blue state Republicans need a strong top of the ticket to win key House races.
December 22, 2025
Congress
Schumer moves to sue the Trump administration over Epstein files rollout
The DOJ is facing accusations of not complying with the law.
December 22, 2025
Congress
If Congress is going to avoid another shutdown, lawmakers need to start talking
No tangible progress toward funding the government has been made with six weeks to go.
December 20, 2025
Congress
This Indiana Democrat wants a redistricting ceasefire
After a political near-death experience, Rep. Frank Mrvan said it's time for both parties to lay down arms.
December 19, 2025
Congress
Jack Smith’s lawyers ask Jordan for open hearing after closed-door testimony
The former special counsel’s attorneys also want the full videotape of Smith’s deposition to be released.
December 19, 2025
Congress
House Democrats assert themselves as Republicans struggle to set agenda
Under Hakeem Jeffries, the minority party has kept GOP leaders on the back foot since September.
December 18, 2025
Congress
Loudermilk looks to early 2026 for first Jan. 6 hearing
The new Republican-led subcommittee investigating the events around the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol will have its first hearing next month, panel Chair Barry Loudermilk said Thursday....
December 18, 2025
Congress
House passes major GOP-led permitting overhaul after late drama
The House passed bipartisan legislation by a 221-196 vote Thursday aimed at overhauling federal permitting reviews in a bid to accelerate the construction of new energy and infrastructure projects...
December 18, 2025
Congress
‘No path’ for another GOP party-line bill, Ways and Means chair says
House Ways and Means Chair Jason Smith is swatting down his some of his colleagues' hopes for a party-line policy bill next year, even as Speaker Mike Johnson publicly...
December 18, 2025
Congress
Johnson, Steil brief lawmakers on new plan to address insider trading on the Hill
Speaker Mike Johnson and House Administration Chair Bryan Steil (R-Wis.) briefed a group of GOP members Thursday about their new plan to address insider trading among lawmakers — indicating...