Congress · 116th Congress
Republican wanted to vote by proxy but leaders urged against it
The only House Republican to publicly back Democrats’ proxy voting rule, designated a Democrat as his proxy last week but has yet to cast a proxy vote.
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Campaigns · 116th Congress
What full Democratic control of Washington could mean in 2021
With COVID-19 cases spiking, Joe Biden surging and at-risk GOP incumbents faltering, it’s worth considering implications of a Democratic sweep on Nov. 3.
Campaigns · 116th Congress
3 things to watch in Colorado, Oklahoma and Utah primaries Tuesday
GOP voters in Oklahoma and Utah will pick challengers to two of the most vulnerable House Democrats, and Colorado has a competitive Democratic Senate race.
Congress · 116th Congress
Witnesses: No warnings from Park Police in clearing of square
'Suddenly the police line surged forward,' said an Australian journalist who was seen on video being hit by U.S. Park Police in Lafayette Square on June 1.
Congress · 116th Congress
Nuclear energy allies back advanced reactors in NDAA
Lisa Murkowski and others argue advanced nuclear reactors can provide clean, reliable and affordable energy to military bases and play national security role.
Congress · 116th Congress
On policing, it’s all politics now
The question now is not whether Congress will act in response to the killing of George Floyd but who will the voters blame because it failed to act?
Policy · 116th Congress
House rejects OCC change to bank discrimination rule
The House would block an OCC rule that critics say will make it easier for banks to sidestep their obligation to invest in areas where they have offices
Congress · 116th Congress
Comer named as House Oversight ranking member
The Oversight leadership has been part of a veritable GOP musical chairs set in motion when Rep. Doug Collins of Georgia launched a Senate campaign.
Campaigns · 116th Congress
Why the Dukakis 1988 analogy is baloney
Analysis — Using the 1988 presidential race and the Dukakis analogy isn’t useful today in helping us understand where the 2020 presidential contest is now.
Policy · 116th Congress
Supreme Court strikes down Louisiana law restricting abortion
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Congress · 116th Congress
House panel demands Pentagon briefing on Russian bounties
Key lawmakers have pressed the Pentagon for a briefing by Tuesday on reports that Russian spies have paid insurgents in Afghanistan to kill U.S. troops.
Campaigns · 116th Congress
Democrats add four candidates to ‘Red to Blue’ program
House Democrats will be providing additional help to candidates in Kansas, Michigan, New York and Virginia who are seeking to flip seats held by the GOP.
Congress · 116th Congress
In transportation bill, a call for finer dining on Amtrak
Critics charge the halt of restaurant-style dining is part of an effort to make long-distance routes, a target of Trump administration cuts, less appealing.
Congress · 116th Congress
Trump’s Supreme Court tax case in context
Roll Call asked a legal scholar how Trump's tax return case compares to presidential power cases in the Supreme Court throughout history.
Heard On The Hill · 116th Congress
‘We’re way beyond regular order’ — Congressional Hits and Misses
In the face of constant partisan bickering, leave it to Anthony Fauci to please both parties by whipping out a Nationals mask in the middle of a hearing.
Congress · 116th Congress
‘Slap in the face’: Why Democrats won’t use GOP policing bill as starting point
Congress finds itself at a familiar spot with policing legislation: a partisan impasse, but Democrats say the nationwide pressure will win out.
Congress · 116th Congress
Milestone House vote on DC statehood is where it likely ends … for now
The D.C. statehood bill is expected to pass the House and while it has little chance of becoming law, it marks a big milestone for the statehood effort.
Policy · 116th Congress
States need money. The Fed has it. Politics may be an obstacle
Fed Chairman Jerome Powell is walking a fine line between shoring up the economy and keeping the support of Congress, where some lawmakers oppose bailouts.
White House · 116th Congress
Trump butters up lobster industry with hint of trade aid
The Trump administration says it will step in to aid the U.S. lobster industry, which is being battered by retaliatory tariffs by China.
Policy · 116th Congress
Border wall funding fight expected to head to Supreme Court
A federal appeals court ruled the Trump administration lacked authority to redirect billions of dollars in military funds to finance his border wall.