The Latest Breaking News from Capitol Hill

Even MAGA Allies Doubt Trump's Mental Health — But Pete Hegseth Calls Him 'Sharpest and Most Insightful'

During a Capitol Hill hearing, Trump's mental fitness was questioned due to his erratic social media behavior amid the ongoing Iran conflict, raising bipartisan concerns.

International Business Times UK · Apr 29

Epstein survivors hold roundtable on the Hill after King Charles declines their invite

‘It's always disappointing that men and power fail to recognize abuse of women,’ one Democrat told The Independent

The Independent UK · Apr 29

Pentagon's DoD Pushes for $125M Rebrand to Department of War as Officials Call for 7,600 Changes to Federal Law

The Pentagon seeks to rename the Department of Defence to the Department of War, a move projected to cost up to £92.5 million and facing opposition from Democrats over financial concerns.

International Business Times UK · Apr 29

Ben Cohen, co-founder of Ben & Jerry’s, Arrested for Protesting Gaza at Capitol Hill

Ben Jerry’s co-founder, Ben Cohen, was arrested on Capitol Hill for protesting during a Senate hearing. Cohen was criticizing the United States’ continuous funding of military aid to Israel.

The Mary Sue · Apr 27

A Syrian Billionaire Reportedly Bribed His Way Into Trump's Circle With a Golf Course, a Resort Deal and an Engraved Stone

A Syrian billionaire allegedly used Trump-branded ventures to influence US policy, leading to the repeal of sanctions on Syria. The family's business ties with Trump's circle highlight potential conflicts of interest.

International Business Times UK · Apr 25

NASA’s Roman Space Telescope will transform our view of the cosmos like never before. The science behind it is under threat

ANALYSIS: The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope will help answer some of the biggest questions about the universe when it launches this year. But devastating cuts to NASA’s science in favor of spaceflight missions could leave the agency’s capabilities in shambles, writes Julia Musto

The Independent UK · Apr 24

The View host Joy Behar says Trump administration is ‘trying to kill us’ after RFK Jr’s chaotic testimony

The View host Joy Behar has criticized Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s testimony on Capitol Hill, accusing the Trump administration of "trying to kill us."

The Independent UK · Apr 23

What is happening with Tom Kean Jr.? Not Even Republicans Can Reach the New Jersey Congressman

A growing sense of concern is spreading across Capitol Hill as Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr., who represents one of New Jersey's most competitive congressional districts, remains absent from Washington with little public explanation.

Latin Times · Apr 23

How Did David Scott Die? Cause of Death, Advocacy and The Remarkable Life Of a Georgia Congressman

David Scott, the veteran Georgia congressman and former House Agriculture Committee chair, has died at 80 after more than two decades in Washington.

International Business Times UK · Apr 23

Georgia Democratic Rep. David Scott dies at 80 while seeking reelection

The announcement of Scott’s death occurred during the Congressional Black Caucus’ weekly luncheon on Capitol Hill

The Independent UK · Apr 22