Congress · 116th Congress
CBO: May deficit down from April, but still huge amid pandemic
The Congressional Budget Office estimated that the federal deficit in May was $424 billion, lower than April's but still the second-largest on record.
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Video · 116th Congress
Insurrection Act: What you need to know
A senior Defense Department attorney and a former legal advisor for the State Department break down what's in the Insurrection Act and how it's used.
Congress · 116th Congress
Democrats promise ‘bold change,’ but delivering is harder
Senators’ sympathy for African American victims of police brutality does not mean that Congress will end the problem of prejudiced law enforcement.
Congress · 116th Congress
A lot riding on conservation bill vote for Gardner, Daines
The measure’s sponsor needs to overcome resistance from Gulf Coast Republicans concerned about offshore revenue sharing and federal land acquisitions.
Congress · 116th Congress
Protesters flood Capitol Hill and across Washington, lawmakers among them
Protesters on Capitol Hill and across the Washington area over the weekend marched against racial injustice, picking up some lawmaker support.
Congress · 116th Congress
Campus Notebook: Former Rep. Chris Collins prison report date delayed again
Former Rep. Chris Collins, a New York Republican, will have his surrender date pushed back yet again due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Congress · 116th Congress
GOP renews ‘go slow’ approach on virus aid after jobs report
Some top Republicans see more reasons to pump the brakes on another multi-trillion-dollar pandemic relief package after Friday's positive jobs numbers.
Congress · 116th Congress
‘There’s so much going on’ — Congressional Hits and Misses
In the understatement of the century, Speaker Nancy Pelosi declared “there’s so much going on.” We’re unsure whether to laugh or to cry.
Campaigns · 116th Congress
Hickenlooper violated Colorado’s gift ban, ethics panel finds
Former Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper, the Democrats' leading candidate to take on Sen. Cory Gardner, was cited for trips he took as governor.
Heard On The Hill · 116th Congress
Photos of the week ending June 5, 2020
George Floyd protests and federal troops occupy Washington.
Opinion · 116th Congress
Why we can’t let our guard down in the fight to stop illegal fishing
Opinion — The United States has an opportunity to be a leader in the fight against illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing.
White House · 116th Congress
Top White House official leaving for State Department
Eric Ueland has finished a stint as President Donald Trump’s top liaison to Capitol Hill and is headed to the State Department to be a senior adviser.
Congress · 116th Congress
DC statehood bill to get a House vote as Trump, Bowser escalate battle over protests
In a year when the House puts a lot of attention on must-pass bills, a a vote on D.C. statehood emphasizes its importance, Del. Eleanor Holmes Norton said.
Policy · 116th Congress
EPA move to alter public health measures alarms advocates
By changing the way it estimates the value of public health benefits of new rules, the EPA may find it is less able to justify industry compliance costs.
Congress · 116th Congress
Hill layoffs? Amodei considers it, while other House offices shuffle to meet constituent needs
Hill layoffs? Members of Congress have flexibility in how they spend their office money, but at least one lawmaker is considering axing some staff.
Podcasts · 116th Congress
The Future Of: Oversight - Roll Call
We are launching The Future Of, a podcast that reimagines how policies will change because of COVID-19. First up: Oversight with Rep. Carolyn Maloney.
Podcasts · 116th Congress
Coronavirus Special Report: Disinformation spreading about COVID-19 - Roll Call
Tonight, we explore how disinformation about COVID-19 is spreading across social media, and what tech companies and Congress are doing to mitigate it.
Policy · 116th Congress
Senators crafting a tax break for SBA’s forgivable loan program
Senators from both parties are working on a bill that would give small businesses a second tax break on Paycheck Portection Program loans
Campaigns · 116th Congress
At the Races: Pivoting to protests
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
Coronavirus dominates early 2020 franking, with blackout lifted
Email newsletters, Facebook ads and old-fashioned mailers are piling up as lawmakers flex their franking privilege to communicate with constituents.