OSCE Overwhelmingly Approves D.C. Resolution
At a morning meeting today, the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe’s Parliamentary Assembly passed a resolution sponsored by D.C. Del.
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Senate Braces For Court Fight
The liberal coalition that has led the fight against Bush’s nominees quickly held a press conference in the Mansfield Room demanding a “consensus” nominee in O’Connor’s mold.
Hill Ready for Action — Supreme Court Pick or Not
For example, the annual spending bills will likely dominate the Senate schedule for the rest of the summer, starting with passage of the fiscal 2006 Interior appropriations bill as early as today
Way Back in 1998, Man of Steele Wasn’t Quite So Invincible
Today, he is a political superstar of the highest order, snagging a prime-time speaking gig at last year’s Republican National Convention.
Rove, Dole Huddled With Bense on Monday
Whittington NEBRASKA Former GOP Chief Set to Announce Senate Bid Former state Republican Party Chairman David Kramer is expected to announce today that he will run for Senate in 2006.
Members to Revisit Iraq Conflict
House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) will propose an amendment to the Defense bill today that calls on the Bush administration to provide a written “strategy for success” in Iraq to Congress
Members Misbehaving: Congress’ Top Scandals
According to Valeo, the club was located in the Carroll Arms Hotel, a mere stones throw from where the Russell Senate Office Building stands today — though it was eventually torn down to make room
Remembering the Little Paper That Could
And the press corps was a lot smaller too.
Heard on the Hill: Gossip From Kazakhstan to the House Lounge
George Radanovich (R-Calif.), sent around an 18-page packet (in a glossy folder) with tips on how to be a good press secretary.
Workplace Diversity
“As Congress contemplates tax reform and Social Security solvency, there have been some suggestions that they may revisit taxes on S corporations. We want to make sure that isn’t part of that plan.”
Ten Days of Sorrow in Congress
He immediately went to the House press gallery, sat hunched before a teletype machine until definite word came that President Kennedy was dead. Then, ashen-faced, the Speaker left the room.
Democrats Rap Fossella on Social Security Stance
Donner said Fossella is “skeptical” of “progressive indexing,” a plan Bush floated at an April 28 press conference that could result in a reduction of benefits for all but the poorest 30 percent
House GOP Fights for Media’s Ear
Instead, the focus on corruption and the Schiavo debate has pushed public opinion of House Republicans — and Congress as a whole — to historic lows.
What Else Is Happening in Congress This Week?
Besides, Democrats haven’t decided yet whether to filibuster Bolton as well as the 10 judicial nominees that they held up in the last Congress.
Deal on Judges Called ‘Close’
In exchange, the six Senate Democrats would pledge to allow votes on four of the seven circuit court nominees who were already filibustered in the 108th Congress and have been renominated.
No Runaway Bride
At least the House Republican Conference knew that Cinco de Mayo meant May 5.
GOP Relents on Ethics
“I do think it’s a very happy day for the Congress,” Mollohan said.
Pelosi Seeks to Soothe Centrists
“I do think it’s a very happy day for the Congress,” Mollohan said.
House Republicans Pitch In for ‘Nuke’ Effort
Mike Pence (Ind.), Lamar Smith (Texas), Jim Ryun (Kan.) and Trent Franks (Ariz.) will participate in the effort, which will include special order and one-minute speeches on the House floor as well as press
Ethics Offer Rejected
Melissa Hart (R-Pa.), who joined Hastings at the press conference along with Reps. Tom Cole (R-Okla.) and Judy Biggert (R-Ill.). The fifth Republican on the ethics panel, Rep.