Democrats Easily Defeat Republican Rivals in First Races Since Presidential Election
Democrats retained control of Virginia's legislature in special elections, securing two key suburban seats.
Republicans' Chances of Getting The 'Laken Riley Act' Past Senate Democrats
The Laken Riley Act, requiring the detention of undocumented migrants charged with certain crimes, passed the House Tuesday. It will now go before the Senate.
San Diego County Supervisor Nora Vargas Steps Down Due to Security Threats Amid Immigrant Support
The Democrat, who spearheaded legislation to protect immigrants in the California county, has stepped down from her post amid personal and security threats.
Mike Pence Praises Kamala Harris For Certifying Her Own Election Loss: 'Particularly Admirable'
Kamala Harris said that "America's democracy stood" and accredited it to the people's "willingness to fight for and respect the importance of our democracy."
'Snow Emergency' Descends on Capitol Hill Hours Before Kamala Harris Certifies Trump's Second Term
Congress will convene on Monday to certify the election results. But as lawmakers confirm the votes, Trump's J6 legacy and a big snowstorm fall down on D.C.
New House Rules Package Proposes Bill to Make Assaulting Law Enforcement Officers a Deportable Offense
House Republicans released a 36-page rule package that lists a plethora of guidelines and bills for the incoming group, including several immigration proposals
Millions of Minimum Wage Workers Across the U.S. Will See Pay Increase Come January 2025: Who Qualifies
The minimum wage is set to rise across 21 states, and 48 cities and counties. 9.2 million minimum wage workers are set to see a pay increase in the new year.
Biden Believes He Could Have Beaten Trump If Dems Didn't Pressure Him to Drop Out of Reelection Campaign: Report
President Biden maintains that he could have beaten Donald Trump in the recent election if Democrats hadn't pushed him out of the race.
Joe Manchin Labels Democratic Party 'Toxic' As He Ends 15-Year Senate Run
Joe Manchin ends his nearly 15-year Senate career by criticizing the Democratic Party's shift to progressive policies, calling it "toxic."
Top Senate Dem Releases Report Accusing Justice Thomas, Alito Of Violating Federal Law Before Republicans Take Over Chamber
The report from the Senate Judiciary Committee found Alito and Thomas failed to disclose lavish trips on their financial disclosure forms
As Trump Continues Touting Mass Deportation Plans, One Non-Political Obstacle Remains: Not Enough Money
Trump has promised to carry out the largest deportation operation in American history. But will he be able to do so without the necessary budget?
Congress Passes Last-Minute Spending Bill, Averting Holiday Government Shutdown
The bipartisan deal funds disaster relief and farmers but omits a debt ceiling hike, setting the stage for fiscal battles in 2024.
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.