Policy · 116th Congress
Worry over unintended consequences freights Hong Kong debate
The United States and China this summer are in a tense wait-and-see period until Beijing finishes drafting a new national security measure for Hong Kong.
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Policy · 116th Congress
Invisible to most Americans, Park Police now in the spotlight
'This is not the way to do crowd control,' a former National Park Service official said of the June 1 U.S. Park Police actions at Lafayette Square.
Podcasts · 116th Congress
Coronavirus Special Report: Why contact tracing and masks matter - Roll Call
In this episode, we delve into health care policy and some of the methods that health officials say can help contain the coronavirus from spreading further.
Campaigns · 116th Congress
Facebook takes down Trump campaign ads with Nazi symbol
House Intelligence Committee urges social media platforms to be vigilant about disinformation. Facebook promises to take increasing actions if necessary
Campaigns · 116th Congress
Bernie Sanders tests influence in House primaries for open seats
By backing candidates in open House districts, Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders is looking to bring more progressives into Congress.
Congress · 116th Congress
Science to drive vaccine efforts, not politics, nominee pledges
Science to drive vaccine efforts, not politics, nominee pledges - Health Care
Campaigns · 116th Congress
Generational clash in runoff for Meadows’ seat in North Carolina
Voters will choose whether Madison Cawthorn or Lynda Bennett will take on Democrat Moe Davis in the 11th District in western North Carolina.
Policy · 116th Congress
Dreamers, Congress see hard work ahead despite court ruling
The decision takes pressure off Congress to find an immediate fix to help "Dreamers" but also highlights a need for a permanent legislative solution.
Opinion · 116th Congress
Will cries for justice resonate with Trump voters of faith?
Opinion — While abortion takes primacy for socially conservative voters, a few are now considering issues of life in more nuanced ways.
Congress · 116th Congress
Matt Gaetz and the until-now unknown adopted son from Cuba
Rep. Matt Gaetz has dislosed he has an adopted son, a previously unknown fact he kept concealed from those asking him related biographical questions.
Congress · 116th Congress
Confederate portraits flagged for removal by Pelosi ahead of Juneteenth
Speaker Nancy Pelosi has ordered the removal of portraits of former House speakers who served in the Confederacy, timed in recognition of Juneteenth.
Heard On The Hill · 116th Congress
Despite phased reopening, Hill happy hours may take a long time to return
With D.C. bars and restaurants currently operating in a limited reopening, with the possibility of an expansion, soon, can things go back to normal?
Podcasts · 116th Congress
‘There are no degrees of separation’ — How the Charleston church shooting looms over the current racial justice debate - Roll Call
It has been five years since the racist-motivated killings at Mother Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, and the legacy hangs over the current debate on race.
Policy · 116th Congress
COVID-19 panel questions Fed effort to help small businesses
The Congressional Oversight Commission is asking whether the Fed is doing enough to help small businesses weather the COVID-19 pandemic
Campaigns · 116th Congress
At the Races: Air war vs. ground game
The CQ Roll Call newsroom is tracking campaigns around the country and sharing the best stories, with some extras, with this weekly At the Races newsletter.
Congress · 116th Congress
McConnell protege Justin Walker confirmed to powerful DC Circuit Court
The Senate voted to confirm Justin Walker, the protege of Mitch McConnell and ardent defender of Brett Kavanaugh to a judgeship on the DC Circuit.
Congress · 116th Congress
‘I cried tears of joy’ — Democratic leaders react to DACA decision
“Who would’ve thought [the Supreme Court] would have so many good decisions in one week ... Wow,” said Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer.
Congress · 116th Congress
Supreme Court tells Trump administration it must redo Dreamers move
The 5-4 ruling inserts a huge immigration issue back into presidential politics just months ahead of the November elections.
Policy · 116th Congress
Coronavirus economy drains Social Security, Medicare coffers
The Social Security and Medicare trust funds, already in ill health, are about to become sicker from the coronavirus. The economic recession triggered by the pandemic means a drop in payroll tax revenues that finance the trust funds.
Policy · 116th Congress
Census trying to fix history of undercounting minorities
In 2010, the census missed 2.1 percent of African Americans, 1.5 percent of Hispanics and 4.9 percent of Native Americans on reservations.