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Despite its propensity for making itself look bad, some of the inner workings on Capitol Hill reveal lawmakers who are finding ways to work together. Can they cut through the noise and solve some real problems? Jason Dick and Justin Papp discuss the changing Congress and the people who make…

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December brings reelection reflection — and safety fears - Roll Call

After an influx of money for new security programs, members still describe fears and tough conversations with their families.

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Democrats fear political violence after Trump accuses Congress members of ‘seditious behavior, punishable by death’

Capitol Police said the lawmakers Trump targeted were going to be on ‘24/7 security,’ Senator Elissa Slotkin said

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John Fetterman Defends Deal With Republicans To End Shutdown Despite Criticism From Fellow Dems: 'Country Over Party'

Sen. John Fetterman defended his decision to reach a deal with Republicans to end the government shutdown, saying that he is putting "country over party."

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John Fetterman Apologizes For Govt. Shutdown After Vote To Reopen: 'This Was a Failure'

Sen. John Fetterman apologized for the protracted government shutdown after a group of Democrats reached an agreement with Republicans to reach a tentative deal to end it.

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John Fetterman Apologizes For Govt. Shutdown After Vote To Reopen: 'This Was a Failure'

Sen. John Fetterman apologized for the protracted government shutdown after a group of Democrats reached an agreement with Republicans to reach a tentative deal to end it.

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GAO, Library of Congress avoid cuts in Legislative Branch bill - Roll Call

Senate appropriators Sunday unveiled a $7.3 billion fiscal 2026 Legislative Branch appropriations bill, part of a deal to end the shutdown.

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Jury finds Capitol Police discriminated against female officer - Roll Call

A jury in D.C. federal court on Thursday awarded damages to a former K-9 trainee who said she was dismissed from the program based on her sex.

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Apparent "Fabricated Citations" in Smith v. Trump Motion Filed by One of the Defendants

In the underlying lawsuit, Capitol Police officers are suing over injuries sustained in the January 6 riot; the defendants include… The post Apparent "Fabricated Citations" in Smith v. Trump Motion Filed by One of the Defendants appeared first on Reason.com.

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Swastika-Altered US Flag Spotted in Ohio GOP Congressman's Office — Investigation Underway

A swastika-altered US flag was found in Representative Dave Taylor's office, prompting a Capitol Police investigation amid political backlash over extremist symbols.

International Business Times UK

Capitol Police pay turns contentious as shutdown drags on - Roll Call

Tensions are high amid a larger push to find money for federal law enforcement.

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Dave Taylor Reacts To American Flag With Swastika in His Capitol Hill Office; Person Possibly Behind It Identified

GOP Rep. Dave Taylor was disappointed after knowing that one of his staff has an American flag with swastika. Here's how he reacted.

International Business Times UK

Mike Johnson shredded for saying Republicans stand up for Capitol Police – forgetting Trump pardoned January 6 rioters

President pardoned some 1,500 people prosecuted in connection with the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol

The Independent UK

US Capitol police investigating flag with swastika in Republican representative’s office – report

Authorities reportedly looking into modified flag displayed on cubicle wall of House member Dave Taylor’s staff

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Mike Johnson claims Republicans have ‘always stood with Capitol police’ despite Trump pardoning Jan 6 rioters who beat officers

Mike Johnson has claimed Republicans have “always stood with Capitol police” despite Donald Trump pardoning hundreds of January 6 rioters who attacked law enforcement.

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No civility in a shutdown? For Congress, security fears and rhetoric collide - Roll Call

As the funding lapse continues and Republicans and Democrats play a familiar blame game, some worry the cycle is hard to break.

The Independent UK

Woman sues Mississippi police over son's killing

The mother of a 25-year-old Black man who was fatally shot by police in Mississippi is suing

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They keep Congress running. The shutdown plunged them into uncertainty

While furloughed federal employees will see back pay after the partial government shutdown ends, contractors don’t have a guarantee.

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Republicans propose $30 million in stopgap for lawmaker security - Roll Call

New spending would fund aid from local law enforcement, as members of Congress fear for their safety in the wake of the Charlie Kirk slaying.

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For Congress, security fears are a haunting part of the job - Roll Call

The murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk sparks new debate after years of anguish over political violence.

Reason

Some Red States Are Trying to Take Control of Their Blue Cities

Trump’s federal takeover of D.C. was just one example of Republicans curbing local autonomy under the banner of public safety.

The Independent UK

In post-Jan. 6 era, 600 officers train for riots as threats to lawmakers climb toward record high

The U.S. Capitol Police have led a massive training exercise in Maryland to improve coordination among law enforcement agencies

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House votes to stand up Loudermilk-led subpanel investigating Jan. 6 - Roll Call

Democrats have panned Loudermilk’s efforts around Jan. 6 as an attempt to redirect blame for the attack and exonerate President Donald Trump.

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Capitol Police nixes its equity and inclusion office - Roll Call

The Capitol Police department quietly phased out the office “over the last couple of weeks,” amid a nationwide GOP push to root out DEI.

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New Capitol Police chief faces DC takeover, member security - Roll Call

New police chief had stints in Louisville, Baltimore and Phoenix before taking the helm at the U.S. Capitol.

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