Congress · 116th Congress
Democrats raise ruckus over demoted Transportation watchdog
House Democrats demanded to know why an acting inspector general at the Department of Transportation was abruptly removed in favor of a political appointee.
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Congress · 116th Congress
House bills would let regulators study blockchain, backers say
Measures would ensure that the SEC and the CFTC could avoid transgressing strict procurement rules and still obtain access to industry-created technologies.
Congress · 116th Congress
Amid the pandemic, Senate floor still all about the nominations: Road Ahead
Though coronavirus continues to dominate the headlines Majority Leader Mitch McConnell seemed signal a more patient approach to further coronavirus aid.
White House · 116th Congress
To boost hobbled economy, Trump orders agencies to ease rules
The executive order does not provide specific instructions but is a blanket message across the U.S. government to roll back or change regulations.
Podcasts · 116th Congress
Coronavirus Special Report: Breaking down the fiscal policy czars’ testimony - Roll Call
We look at what the Treasury secretary and Federal Reserve chairman had to say about fiscal policy and the economy during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Heard On The Hill · 116th Congress
A definitive guide to mask fashion on Capitol Hill
Lawmakers this spring are dealing with an unexpected fashion dilemma: When the mask is suddenly the message, what kind do you wear?
Policy · 116th Congress
Administration releases details of COVID-19 aid to farmers
The Agriculture Department provided details of aid to farmers and ranchers hurt by the COVID-19 pandemic, including direct payments for market disruptions
Congress · 116th Congress
McCarthy touts newly sworn-in Republicans as a sign of positive November
Kevin McCarthy trotted out the two newest members of his conference — fresh off special election wins — in what he took as a promising harbinger.
Podcasts · 116th Congress
The futures of Ether - Roll Call
Fintech Beat sits down with ErisX CEO Tom Chippas to discuss the launch of the first U.S. based Ether futures contract, and what it means for the industry.
Campaigns · 116th Congress
Oregon Republicans pick Walden successor, DeFazio challenger
Oregon GOP voters picked Cliff Bentz as their 2nd District nomine and Alex Skarlatos as their choice to take on Rep. Peter A. DeFazio in the 4th District.
Campaigns · 116th Congress
FEC, hamstrung for months, can start meeting again
The Federal Election Commission can meet again following the Senate confiurmation of a fourth member, but that's no guarantee of enforcement action.
Congress · 116th Congress
No tests, no masks, no problem! Trump visits Senate Republicans
When Donald Trump visits the Capitol, there apparently is no need to wear a mask or get tested, standard procedure at the White House.
Policy · 116th Congress
Federal Reserve chairman disappoints Democrats hoping for fiscal backing
The Fed's Jerome Powell disappointed Senate Banking Democrats who sought his support for more spending to contain the economic damage of the pandemic
Heard On The Hill · 116th Congress
Masks of Congress: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
No matter what your mask, on Capitol Hill, it’s the wild, wild West. Do you don a standard issue mask, or something homespun?
Congress · 116th Congress
This GOP member defends sleeping in his office, says it isn’t a health hazard
North Carolina GOP Rep. Ted Budd sent a letter to Architect of the Capitol J. Brett Blanton and Congress’ attending physician Brian Monahan on Tuesday.
Congress · 116th Congress
Post-COVID economic recovery expected to be slow, CBO says
The Congressional Budget Office said the U.S. economy will contract at an annualized rate of almost 38 percent in the second quarter of this year.
Congress · 116th Congress
Ocasio-Cortez bill would award stock in companies getting aid
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez proposed that corporations receiving federal coronavirus aid should distribute company shares to workers until it is repaid.
Campaigns · 116th Congress
Rosendale recycles campaign ad for House race in Montana
Voters appear to be social distancing in a new ad by Montana Republican House candidate Matt Rosendale, but the footage was used in a 2018 campaign.
Congress · 116th Congress
With schools shut, Democrats seek funds to close ‘homework gap’
Children of color suffer from the homework gap more than others, but the problem is felt wherever family incomes are low.
Opinion · 116th Congress
Trump is stuck in 2016, but older voters are panicked by the 2020 virus
Trump is stuck in 2016, but older voters are panicked by the 2020 virus - Coronavirus