Inflation, Climate Bills Make Progress As Key Senators Finally Reach A Deal
The Bill Back Better bill will finally go through the Senate as the Inflation Reduction Act.
'Everything She Touches Turns To Chaos': Trump Slams Pelosi For Considering Taiwan Trip Amid Tensions With China
Former President Donald Trump unleashed a broadside against Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., ahead of her potential trip to Taiwan. Amid heightened tensions with China, Trump said her visit would only make matters worse.
US - China Relations: Xi Issued Stark Warning To Biden About Pelosi Visit To Taiwan
China’s President Xi Jinping warned President Joe Biden not to "play with fire" ahead of a possible visit to Taiwan by Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi.
Democrats Want Jerome Powell To Slow Down With Interest Rates Or Risk Recession
As the Federal Reserve appears ready to institute another interest rate hike on Wednesday, Senate Democrats are worried that the Fed may throw the economy into a recession.
Ivanka Trump Admitted Donald Trump Speech About Jan. 6 Riot Had Crossed-Out Lines
Former President Donald Trump omitted sections of a speech on the day after the Capitol Riot that condemned the perpetrators, according to recent testimony by his eldest daughter Ivanka Trump and her husband Jared Kushner.
Congress Raises Pressure On Biden Administration To Label Russia A Terrorist State
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi has called on the Biden administration to label Russia a state sponsor of terrorism or Congress will act on its own to do so.
Biden Hails Passage Of Bipartisan Gun Control Bill, Urges More Action From Congress
President Joe Biden hailed the recent passage of a bipartisan gun control bill as a first step towards reducing gun violence but implored Congress to take greater steps to that end.
Biden's Gas Tax Holiday Proposal Faces Chilly Reception From Democrats
President Biden is running into resistance from Democrats in Congress ahead of an expected proposal for a three-month gas tax holiday that he hopes will hold down gas prices this summer.
DeSantis Panned For Joking He Welcomes 'Support From African Americans' Like Elon Musk
Florida's Republican Governor Ron DeSantis has been criticized for saying he welcomes "support from African Americans" like South Africa native Elon Musk after the world's richest man offered an early endorsement of a 2024 bid for the White House.
Elon Musk Teases Who He Will Vote For In 2024. It Is Not Joe Biden
Elon Musk has been vocal about how his political views have been evolving from a largely middle of the road voter to one inclined towards the Republican Party.
Donald Trump's Niece Says His Relationship With Ivanka Is 'Entirely Transactional' After Jan. 6 Testimony
Former President Donald Trump's niece Mary Trump said that her uncle's relationship with Ivanka is likely strained to some extent, but predicted the two would maintain an "entirely transactional relationship" so long as it was useful.
CEOs To Congress: Do Something To Prevent Gun Violence After Buffalo, Uvalde
More than 200 CEOs from across the United States called on the Senate to take action to prevent more gun violence in the wake of recent mass shootings in Buffalo and Uvalde.
Police Arrest Armed Man Who Wanted To Kill Brett Kavanaugh And Then Kill Himself
The man was charged with attempted murder after authorities saw him step out of a taxi dressed in black and carrying a suitcase and backpack outside Kavanaugh's home.
Trump Pick For Pennsylvania Governor Was Questioned By FBI Over Possible Role In Capitol Riot
Former President Donald Trump's pick for Pennsylvania's governor, state Sen. Doug Mastriano, was interviewed by the FBI over any possible role in the Jan. 6 Capitol Riot.
Republicans Offer Cautious Signal To Work On Gun Reform With Democrats
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said that he has tasked Texas Sen. John Cornyn to lead negotiations with Democrats to seek some compromise on gun control.
Biden Administration Warns It May Need To Limit COVID Shots Ahead Of Feared Fall Surge
The White House is warning that shots to protect against COVID-19 may need to be rationed for only the highest-risk persons if it does not receive additional funds from Congress to fund vaccination efforts.
Hunter Biden Laptop Scandal Update: Repairman Sues Media Companies Over Coverage
John Paul Mac Isaac, who owned the Delaware laptop repair store that came into possession of Hunter Biden's laptop, is suing a number of media companies, as well as Rep. Adam Schiff, D-Calif.
Crypto Groups Beg Congress To Rethink New Law On Digital Transactions With Russians
A leading cryptocurrency association in Washington D.C. is urging Congress to think twice before passing a pair of sanctions bills aimed at limiting crypto transactions with Russian oligarchs.
Republicans Move To Stop Biden From Future Student Debt Pauses After Latest Moratorium
A group of Republican senators wants to bring back student loan payments by passing legislation that will prevent President Joe Biden or future presidents from passing freezing payments without Congress' approval.
Jan. 6 Committee Can Already Refer Trump To DOJ For Criminal Charges, Says GOP Critic
The congressional investigation into the Jan. 6 Capitol Riot has enough evidence to issue a criminal referral for former President Donald Trump, says Rep. Liz Cheney.
Gap In Phone Records Raises Fresh Questions About Trump's Handling Of Capitol Riot
A suspicious seven-hour gap in the White House phone logs during the riot at Capitol Hill on Jan. 6, 2021 has prompted fresh questions about former President Donald Trump's activities on that day.
White House: COVID-19 Relief Funds Will Soon Be Used Up
The White House has stated that the United States will shortly use up all its financing for COVID-19 relief, including treatments and subsequent booster shots.
Bill Ending Forced Arbitration In Workplace Sexual Harassment Cases Passes With Bipartisan Support In Senate
The #MeToo movement has received a big win from Congress with a new bill ending forced arbitration for sexual harassment and assault cases in the workplace.
Fourth Stimulus Check Update: Petition Hits 3 Million Signatures, What’s Next?
The petition urges lawmakers in Congress to send out $2,000 recurring stimulus checks.
Crypto In Congress: Why Executives From Coinbase And More Are Testifying
Executives from Coinbase, Circle, and Bitfury have all been summoned to testify as politicians call for more cryptocurrency scrutiny.
Panel Says US Should Limit China-Bound Investment Two Days After Biden-Xi Summit
An influential U.S government panel has urged Congress to do more to examine risks posed to American investors in China and limit investment in the country. The report comes only two days after President Joe Biden held a virtual summit with China's Xi Jinping.
Billions In Biden Infrastructure Deal Going Towards Mitigating Effects Of Climate Change
Billions in Biden's infrastructure deal will go towards the mitigation of man-made climate change.
Vermont Senator Patrick Leahy Retiring After 46 Years
Democratic Vermont Senator Patrick Leahy will not run for reelection in 2022 and will retire from service, according to a statement he made Monday.
Own A Roku? YouTube TV Is Leaving Soon. Here’s What You Need To Know
If you own a Roku you might lose access to YouTube TV next month because of a contract dispute with Google.
Congress, Automakers Take Steps To Prevent Drunk Driving
Congress is making automakers develop new technology to prevent alcohol-related traffic fatalities designed to monitor a driver's behavior and pull over if necessary.