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Several Democrats are calling for resignations of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and National Security Adviser Michael Waltz over a sensitive Signal chat.

Oregon congressional members demand resignations after senior officials mishandled sensitive discussions on an unsecured messaging app.

Republicans largely downplay concerns over the Trump administration's messaging app breach, while Democrats call for accountability and investigations.

Congress managed to avoid a shutdown, but divisions within the Democratic Party are becoming more pronounced.

House Republicans passed a funding bill reliant on assurances from Vice President Vance that the Trump administration would ignore it, revealing party divisions.

Rep. Al Green was censured for interrupting President Trump's speech to protest Medicaid cuts, reflecting rising tensions over social program funding.

Nancy Pelosi's future in Congress is uncertain as she faces a new challenger, Saikat Chakrabarti, amidst questions about her retirement.

Pelosi's successor concerns and retirement discussions are prominent as she approaches her 20th term.

Sixteen legislative proposals are currently under consideration in Congress, signaling vital shifts in higher education policy and governance.

Republicans face a $4.5 trillion limit on tax cuts over ten years, complicating their ambitious tax reduction plans.

Proposed Medicaid cuts by House Republicans threaten healthcare access, especially for rural hospitals and underserved populations.

Congress passed a continuing resolution extending key healthcare provisions, including telehealth, through September 30, but further efforts are needed for permanent access.

Schumer faces backlash from Democrats after voting for a Republican spending bill, reflecting internal party tensions and fears of rising antisemitism.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's pragmatic decision to avoid a government shutdown irritates Democrats, highlighting the limits of political power.

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer faces pressure to resign after voting for a Republican spending package criticized as a 'blank check' for government defunding.

Republicans should not expect Democratic support for spending bills if they control the majority in Congress and the presidency.

Washington, D.C. narrowly avoided a $1.1 billion budget cut thanks to a separate Senate bill allowing the city to maintain its current budget.

Bill Keating's defense of Rep. Sarah McBride against misgendering is a bold stand for LGBTQ+ rights.

Boston Mayor Wu defends immigration policies before Congress, preparing with legal help at a significant cost while fiscally navigating public service obligations.

Senate Democrats are debating a budget bill that severely cuts Washington D.C.'s funding, potentially impacting essential city services.

Disorganized Democratic response to Trump's speech criticized, with differing opinions on proper opposition tactics highlighted.

Rep. Al Green was censured for disrupting President Trump's address to Congress, marking significant bipartisan condemnation of his actions.