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fromwww.mediaite.com
21 hours ago

That is False': Ace Reporter Hammers Senate Dem For Wrongly Using His Reporting At Hearing

Sen. Ruben Gallego misrepresented Trump's comments about Kevin Warsh's commitment to interest rate cuts during a confirmation hearing.
#congress
SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
7 hours ago

With 3 resignations in a week, Congress faces scrutiny for how it handles misconduct

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned amid allegations of using disaster relief funds for her campaign and awaits trial for wire fraud and money laundering.
SF politics
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

For Better or for Worse, the House Is Changing the Way It Deals With Its Worst Members

Two Congress members forced resignations of colleagues accused of misconduct, showcasing a new form of member-driven accountability.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Fox News Host Has a Direct Question for Republican Lawmaker: What Exactly Does Congress Do These Days?'

Congress appears ineffective as responsibilities shift to the courts and executive branch amid ongoing government shutdown.
SF politics
fromwww.npr.org
7 hours ago

With 3 resignations in a week, Congress faces scrutiny for how it handles misconduct

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned amid allegations of using disaster relief funds for her campaign and awaits trial for wire fraud and money laundering.
SF politics
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

For Better or for Worse, the House Is Changing the Way It Deals With Its Worst Members

Two Congress members forced resignations of colleagues accused of misconduct, showcasing a new form of member-driven accountability.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Fox News Host Has a Direct Question for Republican Lawmaker: What Exactly Does Congress Do These Days?'

Congress appears ineffective as responsibilities shift to the courts and executive branch amid ongoing government shutdown.
fromAxios
16 hours ago

Thune nudges Trump to "wrap up" Fed probe

Fed independence means everything to me, Warsh responded during his confirmation hearing, emphasizing the need for the central bank to focus on its core mission of price stability and avoid mission creep.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

U.S.-Iran ceasefire nears its end. And, Fed chair nominee faces tough hearing

Residents in Lebanon are closely monitoring the U.S.-Iran situation, fearing that if talks collapse, the temporary ceasefire with Hezbollah will also end, prolonging their suffering.
US news
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

US Lawmakers Urged to Advance CLARITY Act as Digital Chamber Pushes Senate Markup

The Digital Chamber urges Senate leaders to advance digital asset legislation to avoid stalling momentum for clearer oversight.
#surveillance
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

Senate passes 10-day FISA extension after House revolt sinks long-term deal

The Senate approved a 10-day extension of a key surveillance power, allowing more time for negotiations on reforms to the spying program.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

US Congress extends controversial surveillance power under FISA for 10 days

The US Congress has temporarily extended a controversial surveillance law allowing intelligence agencies to collect foreign data, including interactions with US citizens.
SF politics
fromSecurityWeek
2 days ago

Senate Extends Surveillance Powers Until April 30 After Chaotic Votes in House

The Senate approved a short-term renewal of a controversial surveillance program until April 30 amid political challenges and privacy concerns.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
5 days ago

House Republicans blame White House for Hill FISA mess

House ultraconservatives blocked Trump's plan for an 18-month extension of warrantless surveillance without reforms, blaming the White House for delays.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

House passes 10-day FISA extension after prospects of long-term deal collapse

The House passed a 10-day extension of a U.S. surveillance program amid GOP divisions, delaying a longer-term renewal effort.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Why U.S. Politics Looks Like a Bad Marriage

Political discourse has shifted to personal attacks, resembling damaging communication patterns that threaten the unity of the country.
#republican-party
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

GOP Senator Argues His Party Deserves to Lose the Majority: We've Gotten One Bill Passed'

Sen. Tommy Tuberville criticized Republicans for failing to maintain their majority in Congress and highlighted issues affecting rural communities.
SF politics
fromPOLITICO
1 week ago

GOP leaders prepare to steamroll opponents of DHS funding plan

Republican senators are pushing for spending cuts and specific priorities in upcoming funding discussions for DHS and immigration enforcement.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

GOP Senator Argues His Party Deserves to Lose the Majority: We've Gotten One Bill Passed'

Sen. Tommy Tuberville criticized Republicans for failing to maintain their majority in Congress and highlighted issues affecting rural communities.
SF politics
fromPOLITICO
1 week ago

GOP leaders prepare to steamroll opponents of DHS funding plan

Republican senators are pushing for spending cuts and specific priorities in upcoming funding discussions for DHS and immigration enforcement.
#war-powers-resolution
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

US House votes down latest effort to curtail Trump's power to wage Iran war

Nearly all Democrats supported a war powers resolution to limit Trump's military authority, but it failed by one vote in the House of Representatives.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

US Senate fails to advance war powers measure to rein in Trump's Iran war

The Senate rejected a war powers resolution 47-52 to limit Trump's military authority against Iran, with a House vote expected Thursday facing similar opposition.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

US House votes down latest effort to curtail Trump's power to wage Iran war

Nearly all Democrats supported a war powers resolution to limit Trump's military authority, but it failed by one vote in the House of Representatives.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

US Senate fails to advance war powers measure to rein in Trump's Iran war

The Senate rejected a war powers resolution 47-52 to limit Trump's military authority against Iran, with a House vote expected Thursday facing similar opposition.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

This Is Not a Real Hearing': Congressman Kicks Off Roundtable by Announcing Democrats Are Boycotting

Democratic members of the House Oversight Committee boycotted a roundtable, deeming it not a real hearing due to lack of rules and accountability.
fromCornell Chronicle
6 days ago

Talk to explore politics behind the Inflation Reduction Act | Cornell Chronicle

Stokes will deliver a talk, 'The Carbon Wave: A Story of Democracy, Parenthood, and the Race to Protect Our Planet,' recounting the passage of the legislation through the perspectives of three new parents.
Higher education
#ethics-committee
SF politics
fromAxios
1 day ago

House barrels toward rare double expulsion votes

Cherfilus-McCormick was found guilty of funneling COVID relief funds to her campaign, while Mills faces multiple allegations including financial misconduct.
SF politics
fromPOLITICO
18 hours ago

The House Ethics Committee is at a crossroads. Members say they're ready to make some changes.

The Ethics Committee is criticized for its slow pace and lack of resources, impacting its ability to address misconduct cases effectively.
SF politics
fromAxios
1 day ago

House barrels toward rare double expulsion votes

Cherfilus-McCormick was found guilty of funneling COVID relief funds to her campaign, while Mills faces multiple allegations including financial misconduct.
SF politics
fromPOLITICO
18 hours ago

The House Ethics Committee is at a crossroads. Members say they're ready to make some changes.

The Ethics Committee is criticized for its slow pace and lack of resources, impacting its ability to address misconduct cases effectively.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Senate vote on arms sale shows massive cracks' in US support for Israel

40 out of 47 Democratic senators voted to block military bulldozers to Israel, signaling a shift in opposition to unconditional aid.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
20 hours ago

Dozens of US lawmakers have been accused of sexual harassment, study finds

Fifty-three allegations of workplace sexual harassment have been made against at least 30 lawmakers in Congress over the past two decades.
US politics
fromTruthout
21 hours ago

AOC Renews Call to Oust Trump After Report on His Exclusion From Situation Room

Ocasio-Cortez suggests Trump's absence from critical military decisions may be beneficial, implying he should spend more time on the golf course.
#government-shutdown
Washington DC
fromPOLITICO
3 weeks ago

Hill staffers brace for their boss's 'TMZ moment'

Lawmakers are being photographed in leisure activities while government funding remains unresolved, prompting criticism and discussions among staffers about public perception.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

US Republicans reject Senate bill to end shutdown, fund TSA

Republicans rejected a Senate bill to end the government shutdown, leading to unpaid TSA workers and political infighting over immigration funding.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
5 days ago

40 Out of 47 Democratic Senators Just Voted to Block Arms Sales to Israel

A record number of Senators supported resolutions to block military sales to Israel, reflecting a shift in accountability for U.S. foreign policy.
#supreme-court
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
23 hours ago

A New Supreme Court Leak Shows John Roberts at His Worst

Chief Justice Roberts' lobbying against Obama's climate policy reveals partisan motivations behind the Supreme Court's shadow docket decisions.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

It Could Happen': Rumors Swirl of October Surprise' to Save Senate GOP Majority

Senate Republicans are hopeful that a potential Supreme Court vacancy could energize voters ahead of the elections.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
23 hours ago

A New Supreme Court Leak Shows John Roberts at His Worst

Chief Justice Roberts' lobbying against Obama's climate policy reveals partisan motivations behind the Supreme Court's shadow docket decisions.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

It Could Happen': Rumors Swirl of October Surprise' to Save Senate GOP Majority

Senate Republicans are hopeful that a potential Supreme Court vacancy could energize voters ahead of the elections.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
1 week ago

SEC, Treasury Officials Urge Congress To Pass Crypto Market Bill

Congress is urged to quickly pass the Clarity Act to establish clear regulations for cryptocurrencies and blockchain products.
fromAxios
1 day ago

What to look for in Kevin Warsh's big day on Capitol Hill

Democrats on the Senate Banking Committee plan to focus on potential conflicts of interest stemming from Warsh's expansive portfolio, which includes some investments that could be affected by Fed policy.
US politics
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Iran War Powers Vote Fails House By One Vote, With One Democrat Opposed

Jared Golden voted against a war powers resolution on Iran, being the only Democrat to do so, citing the impending expiration of a ceasefire.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Senator Defends Kash Patel: I've Seen Plenty of Guys Drink'

Kash Patel filed a $250 million lawsuit against The Atlantic over allegations of excessive drinking and absences.
Left-wing politics
fromEsquire
6 days ago

Once Again, Congress Has Failed to Use Its Constitutional Powers to End the President's Ridiculous War

The Senate failed to stop the president's war, highlighting Congress's ongoing inability to exercise its constitutional powers.
#sexual-misconduct
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

House Republican Reveals Senator She Claims Has Disturbing' Allegations Against Him

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna claims Sen. Ruben Gallego faces allegations of sexual misconduct linked to ex-Rep. Eric Swalwell's recent controversies.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Very Disturbing': Republican Who Led the Charge Against Swalwell Warns GOP Senate Leader to Look Into' One of His Members

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna calls for investigation into disturbing allegations against a Senator, highlighting issues of sexual misconduct in Congress.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

House Republican Reveals Senator She Claims Has Disturbing' Allegations Against Him

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna claims Sen. Ruben Gallego faces allegations of sexual misconduct linked to ex-Rep. Eric Swalwell's recent controversies.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Very Disturbing': Republican Who Led the Charge Against Swalwell Warns GOP Senate Leader to Look Into' One of His Members

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna calls for investigation into disturbing allegations against a Senator, highlighting issues of sexual misconduct in Congress.
SF politics
fromEsquire
4 days ago

Mike Johnson Isn't So Good at This Whole Speaker of the House Thing

Speaker Moses struggles with leadership as GOP factions blame the White House for legislative failures.
Left-wing politics
fromAxios
1 week ago

House Democratic leadership signals sudden openness to 25th Amendment push

Democratic lawmakers are increasingly pressured to consider drastic measures against Trump due to rising political costs of inaction.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

CNN's Smerconish Pushes Congress to Authorize' Trump's Iran War: Stop Using the War Powers Deadline as Cover for Indecision'

Michael Smerconish urged Congress to authorize military action against Iran to prevent nuclear weapon acquisition.
SF politics
fromAxios
5 days ago

Scoop: Democrats eye new strategy after Iran war powers fail

House Democrats are considering a strategy to introduce daily war powers resolutions to force votes while in session.
#fisa
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

House approves short-term extension of surveillance law in blow to Republicans' long-term plan US politics live

The House voted to extend Section 702 of FISA, allowing warrantless surveillance until April 30, despite bipartisan opposition to longer renewals.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

House extends surveillance powers for 10 days

The House voted to extend a controversial surveillance program, FISA 702, until April 30 amid ongoing debates about privacy and national security.
SF politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

US Senate rejects another war powers resolution to limit Trump on Iran

A Senate resolution to limit Trump's war powers against Iran failed for the fourth time amid ongoing tensions and calls for congressional oversight.
US politics
fromemptywheel
5 days ago

Democrats Need to Solve the Tactical Problems with Impeachment before Relying on It - emptywheel

Peter Magyar demands resignations and anti-corruption measures following his victory, aiming to unlock EU funds while warning of document shredding by Viktor Orbán's team.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Under pressure from President Trump, can the filibuster survive 2026?

Pressure mounts on Senate Majority Leader John Thune to eliminate the filibuster for passing Trump's voting regulation agenda.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

CNN Panel Weighs in On TMZ's New Washington Bureau: No Group of 435 people' Deserve The TMZ Treatment' More

TMZ, who embarked on a new beat this week: the intersection of pop culture and politics. Mattingly rolled tape on a TMZ reporter asking Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Secretary, what did you do with the raccoon's dead penis? Where is it now?
US politics
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

Congress May Kick Out 4 of Its Most Problematic Lawmakers

Allegations of sexual misconduct against Eric Swalwell have led to calls for his expulsion from Congress and the end of his gubernatorial campaign.
US politics
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

The Senate is voting to save free IRS Direct File today

The Senate is set to vote on the IRS Direct File Act to reinstate free tax filing services for Americans.
US politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

House lawmakers weigh FCRA changes, CFPB complaint limits

Advancing smaller, bipartisan financial services bills is essential for effective legislation, while maintaining accuracy in credit reporting is crucial for economic mobility.
US politics
fromTruthout
6 days ago

Dems Submit Articles of Impeachment Against Pete Hegseth

Democrats plan to file five articles of impeachment against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth over unauthorized war and other grievances.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Filibustering and Delay Strategies That Block Social Justice

Organizational filibustering refers to strategies that delay and obstruct efforts to pursue social justice in systems. These additions can stretch out the process of implementation of diversity strategic plans or multicultural programs for years. Change agents can become battle-fatigued and give up their efforts. They can also become so disheartened that they leave a group or organization altogether.
Social justice
US politics
fromPOLITICO
1 week ago

These Republican-on-Republican disputes are keeping Congress frozen

The president's focus on a GOP elections bill has worsened party divisions, complicating legislative efforts on housing and aviation safety.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

President or Congress? Who in the US has the power to declare war?

Trump launched military strikes against Iran citing self-defense, bypassing Congress, while Democrats challenged his constitutional authority and Republicans blocked a war powers resolution to halt further action.
#dhs
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

Senate Unanimously Passes DHS Funding Bill to End Partial Shutdown, Sending It Back to the House

The Senate approved a bill to partially reopen DHS, moving closer to ending the longest government shutdown.
fromIntelligencer
2 weeks ago
US politics

Johnson Caves on DHS, But Shutdown Deal Could Unravel Again

The Senate passed a bill to reopen DHS, but House Republicans rejected it until a sudden agreement was reached with Trump's assurance of funding.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Senate Unanimously Passes DHS Funding Bill to End Partial Shutdown, Sending It Back to the House

The Senate approved a bill to partially reopen DHS, moving closer to ending the longest government shutdown.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 weeks ago

Johnson Caves on DHS, But Shutdown Deal Could Unravel Again

The Senate passed a bill to reopen DHS, but House Republicans rejected it until a sudden agreement was reached with Trump's assurance of funding.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Speaker Mike Johnson Blames Senate for Ongoing DHS Shutdown: They Need to Do Their Job and Help Us'

Speaker Mike Johnson blames the Senate for the DHS shutdown, impacting TSA agents and causing long security lines at airports.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Republican Congressman Turned Independent Now Says He's Open to Caucusing With Dems

Rep. Kevin Kiley switched to Independent status and remains open to caucusing with Democrats if reelected, while currently maintaining Republican caucus membership due to House rules.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

US House passes stopgap DHS funding bill after Republicans reject Senate deal

House Republicans rejected a bipartisan Senate deal, passing their own funding measure for the Department of Homeland Security, prolonging a budget standoff.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

US: Senate ends shutdown with ICE-free DHS funding bill,

The US Senate passed a bill to fund TSA workers after a five-week pay freeze amid immigration funding disputes.
#dhs-funding
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Senate Unanimously Approves DHS Funding Deal That Excludes ICE in Shutdown Breakthrough

The Senate approved a funding package to reopen the Department of Homeland Security, excluding ICE funding, setting up a conflict in the House.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Senate votes to fund much of DHS, minus immigration enforcement

The Senate approved funding for DHS, excluding immigration enforcement, after a 42-day standoff, impacting employee pay and airport operations.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
US politics

Federal Government Careening Toward Shutdown After Eight Senate Republicans Team Up With Democrats to Kill Funding Bill

US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Senate Unanimously Approves DHS Funding Deal That Excludes ICE in Shutdown Breakthrough

The Senate approved a funding package to reopen the Department of Homeland Security, excluding ICE funding, setting up a conflict in the House.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Senate votes to fund much of DHS, minus immigration enforcement

The Senate approved funding for DHS, excluding immigration enforcement, after a 42-day standoff, impacting employee pay and airport operations.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
US politics

Federal Government Careening Toward Shutdown After Eight Senate Republicans Team Up With Democrats to Kill Funding Bill

US politics
fromPOLITICO
1 month ago

The Senate's marathon elections debate is dividing Republicans, not Democrats

Senate Republicans plan extended debate on an election bill unlikely to pass, facing Democratic opposition and internal disagreement over eliminating the filibuster.
US politics
fromAxios
1 month ago

Thune eyes marathon sessions to ease MAGA anger over SAVE Act

Senate Republicans are attempting to advance voter ID legislation through amendments and debate, though they lack sufficient votes to pass the bill or change filibuster rules.
#homeland-security-funding
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

It's up to the United States Congress, not any president, to declare war'

Congress holds constitutional authority to declare war, not the president, despite the Senate failing to pass a resolution limiting Trump's military powers regarding Iran.
fromPOLITICO
2 months ago

House Democrats once again left complaining about a Senate spending deal

The interchamber tensions between Democrats are becoming a regular feature of funding fights in the second Trump term. Lawmakers, strategists and voters alike exploded in anger last March when Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and a handful of colleagues allowed a spending package to move forward amid the Elon Musk-led DOGE assault on federal agencies. In November, tempers again flared when a handful of Senate Democrats joined with Republicans to end a record 43-day shutdown.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Senators propose ban on US gov't officials doing prediction market trading

The legislation, if passed, would also curtail other members of the executive branch from profiting on the platforms, or face fines of at least $10,000 for each violation. The bill also states that violators will have to pay back profits made in trades.
US politics
#government-funding
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

The Senate just voted to fund the government - but it'll still partially shut down for a few days anyway

A partial federal shutdown begins as funding lapses for some agencies, causing limited closures while many programs and services remain funded and operational.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

US House passes $1.2 trillion spending package to end government shutdown

The House approved a $1.2 trillion spending package to end a partial government shutdown and restore funding, sending the measure to President Trump's desk for signature.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
2 months ago

Congress ends shutdown, approves $1.2T in funding - and sets up DHS cliff

Congress passed a trillion-dollar funding package awaiting the president's signature while DHS funding depends on new mandates by Feb. 13 or faces another lapse.
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