Congress
The latest updates on the United States Congress. The legislative branch of the federal government, Congress consists of the House of Representatives and the Senate. Members are elected by their districts or states to either a two-year term (in the House) or a six-year term (in the Senate).
Map shows states considering redrawing congressional maps
The battle sparked by Republicans over redistricting in Texas could spread to other states.
Nancy Pelosi brushes off Trump insider trading accusation
Legislation introduced by Sen. Josh Hawley to ban members of Congress from buying stocks passed a key Senate committee this week.
Trump rips Republican senator over proposed congressional stock trade ban
President Trump attacked a GOP senator who voted with Democrats as a "pawn" and "second-tier" in a Truth Social post.
Donald Trump faces new lawsuit from House lawmakers
A dozen members of the House of Representatives sued the Trump administration over federal immigration detention facilities.
Full list of Democrats targeted by GOP's Trump-backed Texas redistricting
These are the Texas Democrats whose districts could be redrawn to lean more conservative ahead of the 2026 midterms.
The Case for Democrats Reclaiming NASA's Bold Vision | Opinion
President Donald Trump has promised voters a path of greatness, but he's steering our science agencies dangerously off course. It's high time for Democrats to chart a better one.
Republicans Passed the OBBB to Secure Our Borders—Here's What We Do Next
There are three key areas in which we still have a long way to go—but the path is clear.
GOP Senator: Congress Must Hold NATO to Its 5% Defense Spending Commitment
If we want to deter our adversaries, we need real investments in our defense.
Marjorie Taylor Greene defies Trump on Israel: "Genocide"
Greene's remarks signal a rare challenge from the right to Republican unity on Israel, deepening tensions over U.S. foreign policy.
Could Donald Trump's push for Republicans to redistrict backfire?
Republicans view mid-decade redraws as a tool to thwart Democratic midterm gains. Experts weighed in on the plan's viability.
These Republican senators voted against Emil Bove's judicial confirmation
Emil Bove, Trump's former defense lawyer, eked out a victory and was confirmed 50-49 to be an appeals court judge.
Ghislaine Maxwell lays out demands before testifying to Congress on Epstein
Maxwell is set to testify on August 11 from a federal prison in Florida, where she is serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking.
Epstein Is Just One of Government's Failures To Protect Kids | Opinion
Activists demanding answers in the Jeffrey Epstein case must continue to pressure Congress and the executive branch to act to protect children.
Trump's "big, beautiful bill" a "gift" for Democrats, James Carville says
Veteran strategist James Carville said Democrats would be "stupid" to talk about anything other than Trump's megabill.
Proposed green-card change could impact 8 million immigrants
Senator Alex Padilla introduced a bill to expand the path to obtaining a green card for millions of migrants.
Full list of GOP efforts to put Trump's name or face on things
Republican lawmakers have spent the past six months introducing a steady stream of bills designed to honor Donald Trump—and, in some cases, his family.
How Ghislaine Maxwell might reduce her prison term
Ghislaine Maxwell is serving 20 years, but may seek early release through DOJ cooperation or presidential clemency.
House Freedom Caucus: How We're Delivering For Taxpayers | Opinion
The victories in the One Big Beautiful Bill aren't just numbers on a ledger; they'll protect the financial future of our children and grandchildren.
Exclusive: Trump cuts to hit rural America like "a tsunami," Democrat warns
Rep. April McClain Delaney told Newsweek how cuts to programs like Medicaid, as well as NPR and PBS, will affect rural Americans.
Questions Congress might have for Ghislaine Maxwell
Convicted sex trafficker may testify before Congress next month, and experts told Newsweek the questions they hope will be asked.
Pam Bondi handed Epstein files road map—'follow the money'
A Democratic Senator has accused the Department of Justice of having "failed to conduct a real investigation" into Jeffrey Epstein's funding.
Has the 119th Congress been one of the least productive ever?
It has passed just 27 bills, fewer than the number passed at the same point in most previous sessions.
Republican targeted by Trump says Epstein issue "not going to go away'
The battle over releasing documents tied to the Jeffrey Epstein case has created a rare bipartisan push in Congress.
Ghislaine Maxwell subpoenaed by Congress over Epstein case: What we know
Ghislaine Maxwell is serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking.
Map shows states that could redraw congressional districts before midterms
Texas Republican efforts to redraw the state's congressional boundaries have kicked off a redistricting arms race.
ZIP code change could become US law
Two bipartisan bills in the House would assign distinct ZIP codes to 80 communities across the country.
Mike Johnson under pressure over shutting down House to stop Epstein vote
The speaker has drawn criticism for shutting down the House before lawmakers could vote on releasing the Jeffrey Epstein files.
New Jersey governor doesn't rule out redistricting that could target GOP
If New Jersey Democrats move to redraw the state's Congressional boundaries, they are likely to face legal challenges.
Republicans shut down House floor to avoid Epstein vote
Committee Democrats had planned to force a vote on a resolution calling for the public release of Epstein-related documents
Jasmine Crockett calls Trump 'wannabe Hitler' over Epstein files
The Texas lawmaker blasts her GOP colleagues for loyalty to Trump amid Epstein document controversy.