U.S. Congress
Meet Eric Garcia, the Disabled Veteran Challenging Devin Nunes
Nunes, a staunch ally of Donald Trump, has represented California in Congress since 2003. Garcia says his constituents deserve better.
9/11 Commission Members Think a Capitol Riot Review Can Unify the Country
"The United States Capitol is not only a symbol to us, but it's a symbol to the rest of the world," said Thomas Kean, the chairman of the 9/11 commission. "We have to make sure not only that we find out what happened, but use the lessons from the report so that it can never happen again."
GOP Georgia Lt. Gov. Slams Own Party for Censuring Republicans Over Trump
"There's a vacuum in leadership inside the GOP," Georgia Lt. Gov. Geoff Duncan said.
16-Year-Old Petitions Congress to Ban Products Made by Uyghurs Forced Labor
Sydney from Waxhaw, North Carolina, will meet with Senator Bill Burr's staff on Thursday in hopes of persuading the senator to co-sponsor the bill.
COVID-19 Relief Is Joe Biden's 'Top Priority,' White House Says
"Congress is continuing to do their job," press secretary Jen Psaki said Tuesday. "Over the course of the coming weeks, we're looking forward to making progress."
Where Biden's COVID Relief Stands, One Month Before Key Benefits Expire
Nearly 11 million Americans will lose enhanced unemployment benefits in April without new legislation, one estimate found.
Amid GOP Infighting Over Trump, Republicans Agree on Opposing Biden Agenda
President Joe Biden wanted to govern with Congress in a bipartisan manner, but that looks increasingly unlikely.
Biden Adviser: Congress Only Place Where GOP Doesn't Support Stimulus
"We have many Republican mayors, we have Republican governors [backing the American Rescue Plan]," Cedric Richmond said.
What Is Presidents Day? A Brief History and Facts About the Holiday
What began as a celebration of George Washington gradually expanding to honor all presidents.
Kinzinger Says Trump Put Congress, Americans in a 'Lose-Lose Situation'
The Illinois congressman was one of just 10 House Republicans who voted to impeach the former president in January.
GOP Sen. Richard Burr Votes to Convict Trump, Shocking Democrats
U.S. Senator Richard Burr, who is planning to retire next year, joined six of his GOP colleagues and voted with Democrats unsuccessfully to convict former President Donald Trump of inciting the violent riot that smothered the U.S. Capitol on January 6.
Impeachment Trial Briefly Derailed, But Both Sides Agree to Move to Vote
The second impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump was briefly derailed Saturday morning, after House managers pushed to have witnesses called.
Trump Lawyer's Plan to Call 'Lots' of Witnesses Threatens Biden Agenda
An unexpected vote to call witnesses in the impeachment trial set up the potential for multiple skirmishes that could drag the process out, as Biden has urged lawmakers to focus on his COVID relief plan.
Full Text of McConnell's Email Explaining Why He Would Vote to Acquit Trump
Senate GOP Leader Mitch McConnell will vote to acquit former President Donald Trump, he told colleagues on Saturday.
Capitol Police Officer Who Led Rioters Away Gets Congressional Gold Medal
"In the weeks after the attacks on January 6, the world learned about the incredible, incredible bravery of Officer Goodman on that fateful day," Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) said shortly before the Senate awarded the Congressional Gold Medal to Officer Eugene Goodman.
Congress Could Still Keep Trump From Office if Acquitted During Trial
A censure effort that could block Trump from holding federal office again may depend on how the Senate votes in his trial.
Capitol Hill Glass Smashed In Riot Replaced During Impeachment Trial
Contractors have replaced the final pieces of smashed glass from the windows of the East Front doors of the Capitol. Some want the cracked panes preserved for posterity.
Fact Check: Did Trump Supporters Burn a Church in December, as Raskin Said?
Twitter users allege that Raskin, the lead impeachment manager, made a false statement during the second day of former President Donald Trump's second impeachment trial.
Rep. Beutler Says GOP's Failure to Censure Greene Was a Missed Opportunity
The Republican congresswoman explained why she supports censuring Greene, despite her vote against removing the freshman representative from her House committees.
Senators Express Frustration Amid Impeachment Trial, Expect Saturday Vote
As the impeachment trial of former President Donald Trump stretched into its third day Thursday, several senators appeared worn down by the ongoing argument that Trump incited the deadly riot at the U.S. Capitol on January 6.
Legacy of COVID Could be More Young Voters and Leaders
For new ideas, we need to look to new adults.
Economist Argues Stimulus Checks Won't Help, Biden's Plan Is 4.5X Too Big
Michael Strain, director of economic policy studies at the American Enterprise Institute, also criticized increased unemployment benefits for "delaying" the recovery.
New Jobless Claims Worse Than Projected as Congress Debates $1,400 Checks
Although new weekly jobless claims have declined significantly since last spring, they still remain at historic levels.
Greene Confronted by Father of Down Syndrome Child for Using R-Word
The congresswoman had previously expressed support for the QAnon conspiracy theory but later disavowed it.
Trump Attorneys Undeterred by Graphic Capitol Riot Footage
"I didn't learn anything that I didn't already know," Trump attorney Bruce Castor told reporters Wednesday. "We know a mob breached the Capitol and wreaked havoc in the building. I'm waiting for them to connect that up to President Trump and so far that hadn't happened."
GOP Rep Video-Conferences Meeting Committee Upside-Down
"At least he's not a cat!" someone in the meeting shouted.
Romney Didn't Know How Close He Was to Rioters Till Trump Trial Video Aired
Never-before-seen security footage shows that Senator Mitt Romney narrowly evaded rioters who stormed the U.S. Capitol on January 6, after Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman told him to run away from them.
Lawmakers Warned of Unsettling Footage Coming in Impeachment Trial
Security footage that is expected to be shown during the U.S. Senate impeachment trial over allegations that he incited the January 6 riots at the U.S. Capitol is so unsettling that some lawmakers are warning aides and others who were present that day not to watch.
Who Will Receive a Third Stimulus Check? Dems Reject GOP Eligibility Limits
Republicans pushed for lowering the income threshold for the third round of stimulus checks but Democrats are moving forward with a plan that looks a lot like the first two rounds.
Impeachment Manager Says Failure to Convict Could Set Dangerous Precedent
Representative Jamie Raskin issued a warning on the first day of Donald Trump's Senate impeachment trial.