House passes spending bill that could slash $1B from DC budget
The House has taken the first step to avoiding a government shutdown by passing a 6-month spending bill, backed by President Trump, to fund the federal government beyond Friday's midnight deadline.
House spending bill could cut $1 billion in DC funds; impacting schools, public safety
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser is warning of devastating budget cuts if Congress passes a Republican-backed spending bill that would force the city to slash $1.1 billion in local funding halfway through the fiscal year.
Rep. Al Green censured after removal from President Trump's speech
The U.S. House voted Thursday to censure Congressman Al Green following his ejection from the chamber during President Donald Trump’s address to Congress earlier this week.
Congresswoman Crockett to Elon Musk: 'F*** Off'
Rep. Jasmine Crockett has made it clear how she feels about Elon Musk’s influence in U.S. politics. Speaking on the steps of the U.S. Capitol Tuesday, Crockett delivered a blunt message to the tech mogul.
Photos: Jimmy Carter and other former presidents throughout the years
The life of former President Jimmy Carter was celebrated on Thursday by family, friends, and leaders –including the five living men who have also served as president: Joe Biden, Donald Trump, Barack Obama, George W.
Rudy Giuliani held in contempt for withholding assets from Georgia election workers
Rudy Giuliani has been found in contempt of court for failing to turn over assets to Georgia election workers.
President-elect Trump plans 'victory rally' at Capital One Arena
President-elect Donald Trump is set to hold a “Make America Great Again Victory Rally at Capital One Arena," on Sunday, January 19, according to a sign-up page on his inaugural website.
Appeals court removes prosecutor Fani Willis from Georgia election case against Trump, others
A state appeals court on Thursday removed Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from the Georgia election interference case against Donald Trump and others but did not dismiss the indictment.
Social Security: Senate begins final push to expand benefits for millions
The process for a final vote on the Social Security Fairness Act began on Thursday.
Man accused of assaulting Rep. Nancy Mace released from jail
James McIntyre, a 33-year-old Illinois resident, has been released from jail after being charged with assaulting U.S. Representative Nancy Mace at the Capitol.
Hoax bomb threat to Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene leads to deadly crash in Rome
Federal authorities are investigating a bomb threat against Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene’s home in north Georgia.
Republicans secure House majority, retaining control after 2024 Election
Republicans have secured control of the U.S. House, completing their sweep into power and cementing their hold on the federal government alongside President-elect Donald Trump.
GOP Rep. Michael McCaul 'briefly detained' by police at airport for 'appearing intoxicated'
House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul, R-Texas, was detained at Dulles International Airport earlier this month for "appearing intoxicated," Fox News has confirmed.
Giuliani's lawyers seek to exit defamation case citing disagreement
Attorneys representing Rudy Giuliani filed a motion Wednesday to withdraw from his defense in a high-profile $148-million defamation case in federal court.
WATCH: US Congress holds UFO hearing
Congress is holding a hearing on Wednesday to discuss “Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena" – also known as UFOs.
Senate election results: Republicans win majority
Republicans won a majority of the U.S. Senate amid Donald Trump's presidential win, retaking the upper chamber for the first time in four years.
Live 2024 election results: US Senate Balance of Power
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Live 2024 election results: US House Balance of Power
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Gus Walz votes for first time, to cheers and a high-five from dad
Gus Walz voted Wednesday morning, 10 days after his 18th birthday. Gov. Tim Walz and Gus fed their ballots into the machine together as an election worker called out “First-time voter" and the room erupted in cheers.
Maryland Senate Debate: Larry Hogan, Angela Alsobrooks tackle abortion, tax dispute
In the only debate for Maryland’s U.S. Senate seat, Democratic candidate Angela Alsobrooks and Republican candidate Larry Hogan faced off Thursday, in a race that could influence the balance of power in the U.S. Senate.