Policy · 116th Congress
Defense industry to carry on in face of coronavirus
Contractors lobby for - and get - 'essential' designation to keep production lines humming in wake of coronavirus pandemic.
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Congress · 116th Congress
Entrepreneurs hope ally Klobuchar stays in spotlight
The head of the Center for American Entrepreneurship is excited about “all the things we could get done” if Amy Klobuchar becomes the next vice president.
Policy · 116th Congress
States scramble for their fair share of federal pandemic aid
While it has not yet triggered a war between the states, the COVID-19 pandemic is sure to set up a competition among them for limited federal resources.
Policy · 116th Congress
FDA walks back Trump claims on COVID-19 drugs
Commissioner Stephen Hahn said the agency hoped that drugs already approved for other uses might be safe and effective in treating the novel coronavirus.
Congress · 116th Congress
Senate dining operations substantially scaled back because of COVID-19
The Architect of the Capitol announced Thursday that six of nine Senate dining options will be closed, leaving the remaining three with reduced hours.
Congress · 116th Congress
House panel seeks insurers’ records on travel cancellations
Krishnamoorthi said the companies may be denying claims for cancelled travel and thus encouraging people to increase the risk of infection
Congress · 116th Congress
House Dems want to combine coronavirus stimulus, supplemental
Republican, Democratic lawmakers are at odds over whether to provide additional coronavirus funding in the third stimulus package or to draft a fourth bill.
Podcasts · 116th Congress
One Mike, two Mike, red Mike, blue Mike - Roll Call
CQ Roll Call’s Clyde McGrady George LeVines join us on the Political Theater podcast to talk about their project on the most popular names in Congress.
Congress · 116th Congress
COVID-19 diagnoses force leaders’ hands on schedule, alternative voting procedures
Congress is beginning to change its schedule and possibly its voting procedures after members tested positive for COVID-19.
Campaigns · 116th Congress
Tulsi Gabbard ends presidential campaign, endorses Biden
The Hawaii Democrat, who had previously said she would not seek another term in the House, said she stands ready f the state's National Guard is called up.
Congress · 116th Congress
Redefining district work: House members opt to telework during coronavirus pandemic
Lawmakers have redefined what a district work period means, with most of them back home but unable to directly face constituents due to the coronavirus.
Policy · 116th Congress
GOP bill backstops money market funds, aids small firms’ costs
The Senate Republicans' proposal would offer loans to small businesses that would be forgiven if they are used to meet payroll costs.
Policy · 116th Congress
Big Supreme Court opinions could come amid coronavirus outbreak
The Supreme Court is closed to the press and public, but the justices are still at work behind closed doors on some blockbuster opinions.
Policy · 116th Congress
ICE scales back immigration arrests amid coronavirus outbreak
Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced that, due to COVID-19, it would only target those who present public safety risks or have criminal records.
Congress · 116th Congress
Coronavirus stimulus plan could deliver $3K to family of four
The stimulus checks were expected to cost roughly $500 billion, according to the Treasury Department, accounting for about half the cost of the aid package.
Podcasts · 116th Congress
Coronavirus Special Report: Evening update, 3/19 - Roll Call
Today we're unpacking the content in the second and third stimulus bill, what it means for Congress now that two lawmakers tested positive for coronavirus.
Heard On The Hill · 116th Congress
This congressman’s family runs a distillery. They’re shifting to hand sanitizer
The original plan to create a “small batch” for family and staff quickly turned into a community relief effort, with requests coming in through Facebook.
Policy · 116th Congress
DOE moves to fill reserves as oil prices plummet
DOE moves to fill reserves as oil prices plummet - Coronavirus
Congress · 116th Congress
Lawmakers may add surprise billing plan to virus response bill
Ending surprise out-of-network medical bills has been a bipartisan priority
Policy · 116th Congress
GOP stimulus bill would give DeVos authority to defer student loan payments, extend flexibility to schools
It includes numerous provisions aimed at shielding students and student loan holders during the coronavirus pandemic, but does not forgive debt.