Campaigns · 117th Congress
House Democrats’ retreat upended by spending bill delays
Like other big plans in this Congress, House Democrats had to shift gears when infighting held up a massive budget and COVID relief package.
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Congress · 117th Congress
Ukraine invasion echoes in Pacific region
Lawmakers are concerned that China could be emboldened to invade Taiwan following Russia's attack on Ukraine.
Congress · 117th Congress
Early morning omnibus filing expected; four-day stopgap prepped
Text of a massive fiscal 2022 omnibus spending bill was being assembled early Wednesday morning in advance of floor action later in the day.
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Welcome to Capitol Hill’s ‘No-Fly Zone Island.’ It has a high-profile mayor despite myriad risks
Call it Washington's "No-Fly Zone Island." Despite myriad warnings about a broader war with Russia, Sen. Joe Manchin III is its mayor.
Congress · 117th Congress
US shipping rules complicate bid to ban Russian oil and gas
As pressure builds to ban Russian oil and gas in the U.S., some lawmakers are pointing to a century-old shipping law as a potential hurdle.
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Senators push to expand food aid for low-income troops
A group of senators is introducing a bill to expand food aid for low-income troops, by not counting their housing allowance as income.
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Biden warns of higher pump prices as he bans Russian energy
President Biden issued a ban on the import of Russian energy and warned the move would require Americans to endure higher gasoline prices.
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US spies expect Putin to ‘double down’ on Ukraine war
U.S. intelligence analysts told Congress they expect Putin to redouble his efforts to defeat Ukraine, but will have trouble holding it.
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Lawmakers fear cryptocurrencies could be back door for sanctioned rubles
Members of Congress from both parties are worried that cryptocurrencies could help Russians evade Western sanctions.
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Senate Judiciary leaders spar over Supreme Court confirmation hearing timeline
Sen. Charles Grassley signaled Republicans will complain about the “unnecessary artificial timeline” for hearings for Ketanji Brown Jackson.
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Report on Capitol Police preparedness for Jan. 6 shows lack of clarity on use of force
The Government Accountability Office has found that Capitol Police operate under unclear use of force guidelines.
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Omnibus talks appear on track; House vote expected Wednesday
Top appropriators and congressional leaders are aiming to wrap up omnibus negotiations so lawmakers can vote this week.
Congress · 117th Congress
As 200 groups seek access, talks underway to reopen Hill buildings
Only visitors with appointments can access to House and Senate office buildings, but there are discussions underway about reopening.
Congress · 117th Congress
Uphill climb seen for employment tax credit in omnibus talks
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle want to restore a pandemic-era employee retention tax break for small businesses and nonprofits.
Congress · 117th Congress
Lawmakers poised to block imports of Russian energy, end other favorable tariffs
The U.S. could join Canada in raising tariff rates on imported Russian goods if Congress revokes Russia's most-favored-nation status.
Congress · 117th Congress
Bipartisan Senate group presses leadership for R&D tax break
Fifteen senators are urging congressional leaders to pass a bigger tax break for research and development and small-business incentives.
Campaigns · 117th Congress
Lobbyists urge lawmakers to let them roam the Capitol again
As pandemic restrictions ease, lobbyists are trying to get back the access they used to have to Capitol Hill buildings.
Congress · 117th Congress
Give Ukraine US aircraft, Democratic lawmaker urges
A Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee urged the Biden administration to give Ukraine U.S. military aircraft to fight Russia.
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House passes bill designed to help veterans exposed to toxins during service
The House on Thursday passed a bill to help veterans exposed to toxins with the support of 34 Republicans, despite GOP criticism of its cost.
Congress · 117th Congress
Lawmakers push Navy to reconsider plans in light of Ukraine
Lawmakers said the Navy needs to focus on immediate threats after the Russian invasion of Ukraine, such as a Chinese invasion of Taiwan.