White House · 117th Congress
The choices Joe Biden makes now will set his legacy in motion
The president will have to decide early: Which crises deserve the bulk of his attention and political capital and which will have to wait?
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Opinion · 117th Congress
Don’t let the swamp strike back: Keep earmarks away from Congress
There’s simply no reason to go back to the old, wasteful and detrimental ways of earmarks. We need to permanently ban this practice, Sen Joni Ernst writes.
Podcasts · 117th Congress
CQ Future: COVID-19 aid - Roll Call
CQ Roll Call’s Shawn Zeller speaks to budget reporter Paul Krawzak on how budget reconciliation can be used to pass a new COVID-19 aid package.
Congress · 117th Congress
Impeachment trial arguments to begin week of Feb. 8
The Senate will not begin hearing arguments in President Donald Trump's second impeachment trial until the week of Feb. 8, Senate leaders announced Friday.
Campaigns · 117th Congress
Louisiana special elections draw crowds seeking Richmond and Letlow seats
Julia Letlow is one of 12 candidates seeking the seat her husband, Luke Letlow, won in December but never filled because he died of COVID-19 complications.
Heard On The Hill · 117th Congress
‘Jill’s husband’ becomes president — Congressional Hits and Misses
“It’s gonna be really cold,” said Sen. Charles E. Grassley as he arrived on the West Front of the Capitol for Joe Biden’s inauguration.
Heard On The Hill · 117th Congress
Photos of the week ending Jan. 22, 2021
Photos of the week: President Joe Biden was inaugurated as the 46th President of the United States and Democrats took control of both houses of Congress
Congress · 117th Congress
Senate confirms Austin as nation’s first Black Defense secretary
Retired Army Gen. Lloyd Austin on Friday became President Joe Biden's second Cabinet member to be confirmed by the Senate.
Congress · 117th Congress
Capitol Police officer appeals her gender discrimination case
A Capitol Police officer who alleges she was discriminated against by the department is appealing a district court judge's decision against her.
Congress · 117th Congress
Menendez: Passing immigration bill has ‘herculean’ challenges
Sen. Bob Menendez said Thursday he’s willing to negotiate with Republicans to pass President Joe Biden's immigration bill, but noted it would be difficult.
Opinion · 117th Congress
Congress should use the budget to raise the minimum wage
OPINION — If Republicans resist raising the minimum wage, Senate Democrats should use the budget reconciliation process to pass it with a majority vote.
Congress · 117th Congress
Democrats called for witnesses in first Trump impeachment trial, but not this time
Democrats’ relentless but unsuccessful fight for witnesses during President Donald Trump’s first impeachment trial could return to haunt them in his second.
Congress · 117th Congress
Top budget expert makes case for minimum wage in reconciliation
Bill Dauster, a leading authority on federal budget law, is making the case that raising the federal minimum wage can be done through budget reconciliation.
Congress · 117th Congress
Impeachment trial could knock Biden virus aid plan off course
The trial won't be helpful for meeting Democrats’ target of passing a relief package by March 14, when enhanced unemployment benefits start to run out.
Campaigns · 117th Congress
After 2020 tumult, K Street turns to possible deals on Capitol Hill
The National Association of Realtors spent more than any other organization or firm on lobbying in 2020, passing perennial leader U.S. Chamber of Commerce.
Congress · 117th Congress
Yellen wins unanimous Senate panel backing for Treasury post
The Senate Finance Committee voted 26-0 to advance the nomination of Janet Yellen to be Treasury secretary. A Senate confirmation vote could occur Friday.
Congress · 117th Congress
Pelosi to send impeachment article to Senate on Monday
The House will send its impeachment article charging President Donald Trump with incitement of insurrection to the Senate on Monday, triggering a trial.
Policy · 117th Congress
Biden orders will boost food aid, change rules for federal workers
The White House will release executive orders Friday calling for an “all-of-government effort” to provide more assistance to Americans amid the pandemic.
Congress · 117th Congress
Democrats file ethics complaints against Hawley and Cruz, but action unlikely
Democrats filed an ethics complaint against Sens. Ted Cruz and Josh Hawley over the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, but action is unlikely.
Congress · 117th Congress
Delaying impeachment trial could benefit both parties
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell on Thursday requested Democrats delay President Donald Trump’s second impeachment trial until mid-February.