Congress

Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin (Ill.) announced Wednesday he won't seek re-election as long-time lawmakers exit the chamber and age discourse intensifies.

Schumer seems to still be suffering from his approval of the GOP's spending package, while the governor improves her performance in over a year, Siena poll.

Rep. Nancy Mace's assertion that "real women don't have Adam's apples" inspired social media users to share photos of her neck, debunking her claim.

David Hogg, an emerging star in the Democratic party, discussed plans to challenge veteran Democrats in the 2026 elections. The initiative is not being well received.

Democratic politicians in Florida have warned that the White House's cuts to the NOAA could be dangerous ahead of hurricane season.

Musician Tim Myers announced he will challenge Ken Calvert in California's 41st District. His campaign seeks to allow Democrats to oust the longtime GOP lawmaker.

Democratic party infighting will be financed in the upcoming election cycle, thanks to an initiative to fund candidates running against sitting Democratics.

Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) faced constituents who protested over the president's refusal to bring back the Salvadoran immigrant who was mistakenly sent to El Salvador's mega-prison.

As the Trump administration continues back-and-forth on tariffs, voters are turning to Democrats to fix the economy for the first time since 2021, a new poll shows.

Democrats in their 20s and 30s across the country are launching primary bids ahead of the 2026 elections in hopes of ousting career politicians.

Republican lawmakers will be stepping away from the spotlight during their two week recess from Congress, avoiding town halls and frustrated voters.

Two American Airlines planes collided on the taxiway at Reagan National Airport on Thursday afternoon, one of which carried congressional representatives.

House Democrats launched a campaign to force Elon Musk out of the Trump administration by May 30, citing a law that puts limits on special government employees.

Texas AG Ken Paxton announced he will challenge Sen. John Cornyn in the Republican primary next year, setting the stage for a contentious battle.

As Speaker Johnson scrambles for budget votes, Greg Steube's frustration over his opposition to proxy voting for new moms boiled over.

Prosecutors are seeking seven years in prison for former U.S. Rep. George Santos, whose tenure in Congress ended after his biography was revealed to be a lie.

Republicans' anxieties over retaining House control grew after Tuesday's special elections saw a major strengths for Democrats.

Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) published an opinion article in Fox News pleading with the party to stop Trump's escalating trade wars after "Liberation Day."

Republican Senator Chuck Grassley co-sponsored a legislation to have Congress ratify tariffs for them to continue being in effect

NY Rep. Elise Stefanik was instructed to withdraw her nomination to become the next UN ambassador, a move that many GOP members of Congress were not aware of.

State Sen. Randy Fine is vying to represent Florida's 6th District. He faces a tougher-than-expected race and some Republicans have expressed concern about the outcome

President Trump said over the weekend that he was "not joking" about trying to serve a third term. But that move is highly unlikely.

Two special elections will take place in Florida Tuesday. In the 1st District, candidates will hope to replace Matt Gaetz, who left Congress after sexual misconduct allegations.

Elise Stefanik's nomination to be the next ambassador to the UN is in danger as the Trump administration looks to secure its slim majority in the House

Intelligence officials will testify before Congress after a journalist was accidentally added to a group chat in which top leaders discussed military plans.

Retired U.S. Army General Barry McCaffrey is sounding the alarms about the possible dangers of the Signal group chat as scandal unravels.

As Democrats look for future party leadership, New York Rep. AOC stands out among her peers, fighting for a broader coalition of Democrats.

VOA journalists sued the Trump administration for shutting down the network, asking a federal court to restore the outlet that supplies news around the world.

A 26-year-old influencer launched a congressional bid for Illinois' 9th District, while revealing she was recently questioned by Elon Musk's lawyers.

Mia Love, the first Black Republican congresswoman, died at age 49. Earlier this month she detailed her "living wish" for the country