House narrowly passes $1.15 trillion defense bill: What to know
The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved its version of the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), authorizing a record $1.15 trillion in military spending in a largely party-line 216-212 vote.
The U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved its version of the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), authorizing a record $1.15 trillion in military spending in a largely party-line 216-212 vote.
Lindsey Graham's complicated legacy; Flipping from Trump foe to Trump ally
Political strategist Matt Klink looks back on U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham's legacy, and the late South Carolina Republican's even more complicated relationship with President Donald Trump.
Political strategist Matt Klink looks back on U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham's legacy, and the late South Carolina Republican's even more complicated relationship with President Donald Trump.
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham dies at 71
Sen. Lindsey Graham died at age 71 after suffering an aortic dissection related to hardened arteries, according to early medical examiner's reports.
Sen. Lindsey Graham died at age 71 after suffering an aortic dissection related to hardened arteries, according to early medical examiner's reports.
Senator Mitch McConnell breaks silence: 'Mild pneumonia' developed after fall
Sen. Mitch McConnell said he was hospitalized after a fall that resulted in a diagnosis of mild pneumonia, providing the first public explanation for his condition after weeks of speculation.
Sen. Mitch McConnell said he was hospitalized after a fall that resulted in a diagnosis of mild pneumonia, providing the first public explanation for his condition after weeks of speculation.
Trump administration won’t pursue $1.8B “Anti-Weaponization Fund," Acting AG says
The proposed $1.8 billion fund designed to compensate allies of President Donald Trump who claimed they were prosecuted for political reasons is officially dead, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told lawmakers on Tuesday.
The proposed $1.8 billion fund designed to compensate allies of President Donald Trump who claimed they were prosecuted for political reasons is officially dead, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told lawmakers on Tuesday.
Senate quietly bans lawmakers from betting on prediction markets
Senators can no longer use insider information to profit on emerging prediction market platforms.
Senators can no longer use insider information to profit on emerging prediction market platforms.
Eric Swalwell resigning from Congress amid sexual assault allegations
Rep. Eric Swalwell is dropping out of the race for California Governor.
Rep. Eric Swalwell is dropping out of the race for California Governor.
Haven't filed your taxes yet? Here's how to get a bigger refund under new law
Many Americans could see changes to their tax refunds this year due to updates in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB)—here’s what to know.
Many Americans could see changes to their tax refunds this year due to updates in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB)—here’s what to know.
Trump says he’ll endorse Texas Senate candidate ‘soon’
After staying out of the Republican U.S. Senate primary, President Donald Trump said Wednesday he’ll weigh in "soon."
After staying out of the Republican U.S. Senate primary, President Donald Trump said Wednesday he’ll weigh in "soon."
State of the Union address 2026: What to expect in Trump’s speech
President Donald Trump is set to deliver his first State of the Union address of his second term on Tuesday.
President Donald Trump is set to deliver his first State of the Union address of his second term on Tuesday.
DHS shutdown: These agencies will feel the biggest impact
Another government shutdown is looming as Congressional lawmakers continue to squabble over ongoing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions.
Another government shutdown is looming as Congressional lawmakers continue to squabble over ongoing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions.
Pam Bondi makes 'crime' claims about Culver City; Mayor says stats say otherwise. Locals also disagree with AG
Some residents called Bondi’s remarks about crime in Culver City an insult and a deflection, arguing the focus should have remained on the Epstein files.
Some residents called Bondi’s remarks about crime in Culver City an insult and a deflection, arguing the focus should have remained on the Epstein files.
Senate avoids partial government shutdown – for now
Senate reached a temporary deal to avoid a partial government shutdown. The temporary deal extends the funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which oversees ICE operations.
Senate reached a temporary deal to avoid a partial government shutdown. The temporary deal extends the funding for the Department of Homeland Security, which oversees ICE operations.
Former congressional aide accused of stealing 240 government phones, selling them at pawn shop
A former congressional aide is accused of stealing 240 government cellphones worth $150K and selling them at a pawn shop. Here’s what we know.
A former congressional aide is accused of stealing 240 government cellphones worth $150K and selling them at a pawn shop. Here’s what we know.
House passes bill extending health care subsidies
The U.S. House passed a bill to extend health care subsidies.
The U.S. House passed a bill to extend health care subsidies.
Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett launches U.S. Senate campaign
Crockett, known for her outspoken opinions on progressive issues like defunding law enforcement, faces other familiar names in the Democrat primary.
Crockett, known for her outspoken opinions on progressive issues like defunding law enforcement, faces other familiar names in the Democrat primary.
Epstein files bill clears Senate, sent to Trump for signature
The House and Senate have both approved a bill requiring the release of Epstein files, sending the measure to Trump despite his earlier opposition.
The House and Senate have both approved a bill requiring the release of Epstein files, sending the measure to Trump despite his earlier opposition.
Mike Johnson eyes Wednesday vote with end of government shutdown in sight
House Speaker Mike Johnson expects a Wednesday vote to end the government shutdown as GOP lawmakers rush back to Washington, D.C. for a critical session.
House Speaker Mike Johnson expects a Wednesday vote to end the government shutdown as GOP lawmakers rush back to Washington, D.C. for a critical session.
Government shutdown nears end after Senate advances procedural vote
The Senate took an initial step Sunday night toward ending the 40-day government shutdown, advancing a procedural vote backed by a small group of moderate Democrats who agreed to move forward.
The Senate took an initial step Sunday night toward ending the 40-day government shutdown, advancing a procedural vote backed by a small group of moderate Democrats who agreed to move forward.
Senate takes first step toward ending the government shutdown
The Senate voted 60-40 to advance legislation to end the government shutdown, despite lacking a guaranteed extension of health care subsidies, which angered many Democrats.
The Senate voted 60-40 to advance legislation to end the government shutdown, despite lacking a guaranteed extension of health care subsidies, which angered many Democrats.