House Republicans Forced to Split Spending Bill Into Even Smaller Pieces After Trump-Backed Version Tanks in Vote
The plan could allow each piece to pass or fail on its own. CR and disaster relief are among the reported votes
Here Are The Only Two Democrats That Voted to Pass Mike Johnson's Spending Bill
Kathy Castor from Florida and Marie Gleusenkamp Perez from Washington were the lawmakers who broke party ranks to support the ultimately failed bill
Debate Over Bill Turns Violent as Lawmakers Brawl and Barricade the Door to Prevent Vote on New Election Laws in Taiwan
A debate over a bill turned violent after lawmakers began fighting and barricaded the door in order to prevent a vote on new election laws in Taiwan.
Group of Bipartisan Senators Willing to Give New Version of Failed Border Bill a Second Chance
As border crossings go down and a new administration comes in, a bipartisan group in the Senate wants to reach a new deal to help handle the border.
Democratic Lawmaker Snaps at Journalist for Taking His Photo in Public: 'Who Gave You the Right, A--hole?'
A Democratic lawmaker snapped at a journalist for taking his photo in public, calling the photographer an "a**hole" near the Capitol.
Lawmaker Predicts 'Epic Problem' For Trump As Elon Musk Gains Political Power: 'I'm Just Going To Invest In Popcorn'
Rep. Mark Pocan joined the growing list of Democrats raising alarm about Musk's influence in the Republican party
Top Wisconsin Democrat Goes Off on 'Idiots' Claiming 'With No Information Whatsoever' That School Shooter Natalie Rupnow Was Trans: 'F--k Off'
Top Wisconsin Democrat tells those spreading baseless claims that school shooter Natalie Rupnow was transgender to 'F--k Off'.
AOC Loses Bid To Become Top Dem In Oversight Committee In Blow To Generational Change
AOC Loses Bid To Become Top Dem In Oversight Committee In Blow To Generational Change
Ex GOP Strategist Explains Why California Latinos Are Shifting Toward Trump And The Republican Party
With economic challenges like housing costs and inflation top of mind, more California Latinos are turning to Republicans, signaling a generational shift, Mike Madrid said in an op-ed for the LA Times
Joe Biden Hints at Even More Pardons After Commuting 1,500 Sentences in a Single Morning
The president pardoned 39 Americans convicted of nonviolent crimes. He said he will continue reviewing clemency petitions
Kyrsten Sinema Tanks Critical Biden Nominee with First Senate Vote in Weeks, Hands Trump Control of Key Committee
In her first senate vote in weeks, Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema helped tank President Biden's nominee to secure a Democrat-majority on the National Labor Relations Board.
Florida Lawmaker Switches to Republican Party After Winning Election as a Democrat: 'I'm Tired of Being the Party of Protesting'
In a surprising political shift, Florida Representative Susan Valdes announced her decision to leave the Democratic Party and join the Republican Conference.
NYC Mayor Considering Bypassing Sanctuary City Designation To Help Trump's Mass Deportation Efforts
Adams, a former NYPD Captain, has been a long-time critic of sanctuary city laws. His stance has been highlighted as he cozies up to the Trump administration.
Biden's 'Selfish' Approach to Final Weeks in Office Has Left Administration Rudderless: 'There's a Total Vacuum'
Democratic officials, even including members of his administration, say it feels like the president has already left office
AOC Formally Announces Candidacy for Top Oversight Committee Position Amid Party Anxiety
New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez launches bid to be the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee in latest sign she is cozying up with the party.
California Attorney General Expands Immigration Protection Law as 'Trump-Proofing' Efforts Continue
In latest effort to "Trump-proof" the state, the California AG is limiting the information state institutions can share with federal immigration enforcement.
Sen. Blumenthal Seeks Financial Records From Veterans Groups Run By Pete Hegseth After Mismanagement Allegations
The Democrat is calling on the Senate Armed Services Committee to demand two groups "preserve and produce" the records, including credit card transactions
Biden Officials Secretly Exploring Blanket Pardons for Trump Enemies: Report
Senior aides to Biden are reportedly deliberating whether to issue preemptive pardons to public officials who could face investigation under a Trump presidency.
Ted Cruz Slams Joe Biden's Decision to Pardon His Son, Says He Predicted it Months Ago
Cruz claimed that the real reason for the pardon is to cover up corrupt business deals involving members of the Biden family
Dem Adam Gray Narrowly Defeats GOP Rep. John Duarte In Last Uncalled House Race, Leaving Republicans With a Slim Majority
Adam Gray will become the next Representative for California's 13th District. Republicans now hold a 220 seats in the House, compared to Democrats' 215.
AOC Weighs Running for Top Democratic Position on Oversight Committee, Setting Up Potential Clash With James Comer
The N.Y. Democrat is "interested" in running for chair of the House Oversight Committee at a time when younger members are challenging their elder colleagues.
Republicans Are Poised to Keep Senate Control During 2026 Midterms, Early Analysis Argues
From Constitutional structures, to an advantageous electoral map, Republicans have an easier path to Senate victory in 2026, ABC News argues.
Democrats Delete Tweet Mocking Americans for Buying Gifts Despite Concerns Over Grocery Prices: 'We Were Thinking Y'all Couldn't Afford Eggs'
Democrats from a congressional committee took to their official X (formerly Twitter) account, mocking Americans for spending money during the holidays despite struggling to afford groceries due to inflation.
From Atlanta to New York City, a Closer Look at How Kamala Harris Performed Worse than Biden on Election Day
Almost a month has passed since Trump claimed electoral victory. As Democrats grapple with their performance, a new analysis provides some new insights.
Full List of Cities Promising to Shield Immigrants From Trump's Mass Deportation
As Trump prepares to carry out a mass deportation operation, Democratic-led states and cities are preparing to fight back and protect their migrant communities
Unlikely Alliances Between Democrats and GOP That Could Complicate the Confirmation of Trump Appointees
Republicans can only afford to loose three votes to confirm Trump's appointees. Here are some Republicans and Democratic Senators to watch out for.
North Carolina Governor Blocks Republican Attempt to Use Hurricane Relief Bill to Limit Power of Incoming Democratic Leaders
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper blocked a hurricane relief bill that contained clauses to limit the power of incoming Democratic leaders and transfer it to Republican officials.
The Gender Paradox in U.S. Politics: Women Are Advancing in State Legislatures but Stall Elsewhere
For the first time since 2016, women did not see net gains in congressional representation. But at the state level, female lawmakers set a record high.
Jim Jordan Issues Three-Word Demand For Biden's Attorney General, DHS Secretary: 'Preserve Your Records'
The Department of Justice responded to Jordan's insinuations by saying the department holds "legal obligations" of preserving records
Philadelphia City Council Prepares to Protect LGBTQ Residents With New Resolution Ahead of Trump Term
Philadelphia will become the latest city to assess how to prepare and protect their vulnerable residents ahead of the new Trump administration