Congress · 117th Congress
Senators struggle on Russia sanctions as ‘hourglass’ runs low
As Russia inches closer to invading Ukraine, senators are running out of time for a sanctions package that might provide deterrence.
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Policy · 117th Congress
Plan to distribute free N95 masks praised, but some want more done
Masks will start to be available late next week through drugstores and community health centers as the national program ramps up.
Congress · 117th Congress
Acknowledging hurdles, Biden ready to split up budget package
Biden publicly acknowledged for the first time that his stalled budget reconciliation package may need to be substantially slimmed down.
Policy · 117th Congress
Immigration advocates unite behind strategy to ‘disregard’ parliamentarian
Advocates are pushing senators to disregard rulings by the Senate parliamentarian on immigration provisions in a reconciliation bill.
Congress · 117th Congress
Congress mulls independent immigration courts as backlog soars
A hearing Thursday by a Judiciary panel will consider the prospect of taking the immigration court system out of the Justice Department.
Congress · 117th Congress
Ted Cruz: Litigious hot coffee spiller or civil rights champion?
At the Supreme Court, which vision of Ted Cruz would prevail: a hot coffee spiller or a champion of civil rights?
Policy · 117th Congress
CDC has backlog of applications from manufacturers of N95 masks
The CDC has a backlog of 142 applications of air-filtering masks such as N95s, amid criticism for slow mask recommendations.
Policy · 117th Congress
Abortion fight in states picks up as legislative sessions begin
The Supreme Court’s consideration of abortion cases is motivating states to pursue either tougher abortion restrictions or protections.
Congress · 117th Congress
Contractor’s ‘excess’ profits reignite debate on Pentagon oversight
Congress is considering legislation to require government contractors to reveal more about their pricing, setting off a partisan debate.
Congress · 117th Congress
Supreme Court to hear Ted Cruz challenge to campaign finance law
The Supreme Court hears oral argument Wednesday in Sen. Ted Cruz’s challenge to a relatively obscure campaign finance provision.
Policy · 117th Congress
AT&T and Verizon delay 5G deployment near some airports
AT&T and Verizon said they’ll delay the deployment of 5G services around some airports to ensure aviation safety.
Campaigns · 117th Congress
Rise of right-wing apps seen worsening midterm disinformation
There were just a few alternative social media sites geared toward conservatives. Now, a torrent of new outlets is raising concerns.
Congress · 117th Congress
No child tax credit deal in sight as monthly benefits lapse
Monthly payments of up to $300 per child didn’t go out Friday, and some families may never see benefits as generous again. Â
Policy · 117th Congress
Auditors question improper Pentagon payments
The Defense Department's inspector general says the Pentagon is not accurately accounting for improper health care payments.
Policy · 117th Congress
Administration announces $27 billion in bridge projects
Money for the program will go to all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and tribal governments over the next five years.
Congress · 117th Congress
Brainard tells senators reining in inflation is top Fed priority
A day after data showed a long-time high in consumer price inflation, Fed nominee Lael Brainard says its reduction is the top priority.
Policy · 117th Congress
Biden directs surge teams to states hit hardest by omicron
Surge teams will be sent to New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Rhode Island, Michigan and New Mexico to deal with an influx of hospitalizations.
Policy · 117th Congress
ESG investors urge regulators to create game plan for climate risk
Nonprofit group joins the chorus of progressive advocates and Democrats who have been calling for such regulations.
Congress · 117th Congress
Pentagon caught in funding fight
Pentagon officials told lawmakers that Congress' failure to agree on fiscal 2022 appropriations was hurting military readiness.
Congress · 117th Congress
Democrats release sweeping Russia sanctions package
Republicans and Democrats want to get tough on Russia, but a new sanctions measure – so far – has no GOP supporters in the Senate.