It takes a Village (People) — Congressional Hits and Misses

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It takes a Village (People) — Congressional Hits and Misses

Week ending Jan. 24, 2025

By Chris Hale

Posted January 24, 2025 at 4:15pm

This week, disco meets MAGA at inauguration festivities, Rep. Christopher H. Smith gives dating tips at the March for Life and a newbie senator announces a “closure” motion.

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