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Photos of the week | May 30-June 5, 2025 - Roll Call

As Congress returned from the Memorial Day recess, the Senate started work on the budget reconciliation bill.

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As lawmakers tried to name an official steak, Texas students learned how to find the best beef

Far from the Capitol, students at Texas Tech spend time examining the quality of beef for meat judging competitions.

The Texas Tribune

Michael Sullivan named chief of Capitol Police - Roll Call

The Capitol Police board has picked Michael G. Sullivan, a former interim chief of police in Phoenix, to lead the Capitol Police.

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Musk sends Republicans into chaos as he shreds Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ — ‘He doesn’t get to vote’

Tesla billionaire’s tweet complicates Republican plan to pass the massive domestic spending bill, Eric Garcia reports from Capitol Hill

The Independent UK

Capitol Police union comes out hard against acting Chief Gallagher - Roll Call

The union called on the police board to rescind the interim appointment of acting Chief Sean Gallagher, saying he “fails to meet the standard.”

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Former Capitol attack prosecutor slams Trump pardons of January 6 defendants

Greg Rosen, who is moving into the private sector, said the pardons send ‘a terrible message to the American people’

The Guardian - US

Video shows pastors arrested in Capitol Rotunda prayer-against-Trump encore

The Independent was there as several religious activists were hauled away Monday for demonstrating against potential GOP cuts to Medicaid in President Trump’s ‘One Big, Beautiful Bill’

The Independent UK

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Congressional agencies look for boost amid government downsizing - Roll Call

Legislative branch agencies are generally asking for funding hikes during an era when the White House is slashing spending.

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Trump’s pardon attorney considers full clemency for Oath Keepers and founder Stewart Rhodes over Jan. 6 crimes

Ed Martin is reviewing requests to pardon far-right militia members charged with treason-related crimes

The Independent UK

He led a Capitol Police force reeling after Jan. 6. Now Chief Manger is retiring

“Things are better than they were when I started,” says J. Thomas Manger, who is retiring after almost four years as chief.

Roll Call

FBI reopens investigation into cocaine found at White House during Joe Biden's presidency

The US security service has also ‘reopened’ an inquiry into a leaked Supreme Court ruling and Capitol riots

Evening Standard

Photos of the week | May 16-22, 2025 - Roll Call

It was a sad week in Washington with the death of Rep. Gerald E. Connolly, D-Va., and the shooting of two Israeli Embassy workers.

Roll Call

Capitol Rioter Burglarized Virginia Home Months After Being Pardoned by Trump: Police

Months after being pardoned by President Donald Trump for his role in the Capitol riot, a man has been arrested after allegedly breaking into a Virginia home.

Latin Times

Former Jan 6 defendant convicted of gun charges after arrest near Obama’s home

A military veteran illegally possessed guns and ammunition in his van when he was arrested near President Barack Obama’s home

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Jan 6 rioter who smashed glass Ashli Babbitt crawled through is charged with burglary in Virginia

A Capitol rioter who attacked police on January 6, 2021 and smashed the glass that fellow rioter Ashli Babbitt crawled through before she was shot and killed has once again been arrested, this time for theft.

The Guardian - US

Trump visits Capitol to urge House Republicans to pass ‘big, beautiful bill’

President says party has ‘unbelievable unity’ to ensure passage in House but some lawmakers remain opposed

Roll Call

Ashli Babbitt settlement sends ‘sickening’ message to police, Dems say - Roll Call

Capitol Police chief says he’s “extremely disappointed" as the Justice Department prepares to settle with the family of slain Jan. 6 rioter.

The Guardian - US

January 6 rioter who was pardoned by Trump arrested for burglary

Zachary Alam was imprisoned for role in Capitol attack and later pardoned, and now allegedly entered Virginia home and stole items

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The Independent UK

Trump administration reaches $5 million settlement with Capitol rioter Ashli Babbitt’s family: report

Babbitt’s family filed wrongful death lawsuit after officer fatally shot her on January 6

The Guardian - US

Trump officials reportedly reach $5m settlement in January 6 wrongful death suit

Family sought $30m in damages after Ashli Babbitt was fatally shot by police during 2021 US Capitol breach

The Guardian - US

January 6 officer calls Trump ‘petty’ for Republican refusal to hang Capitol plaque

Michael Fanone slams Mike Johnson and Republicans for long delaying congressionally approved officer tribute

Latin Times

White House Called Out After Claiming Trump Would 'Never' Betray Police: 'Unless They Work at the Capitol'

A White House video celebrating Trump's support of police was met with skepticism as users accused him of betraying Capitol Police by pardoning of J6 rioters.

The Texas Tribune

Faculty and students blast Texas House panel for limiting testimony on bill that targets state universities

The House's higher education committee closed registration to testify on Senate Bill 37 less than half an hour after the hearing started. About 20 people said they didn't get to address lawmakers.

Roll Call

‘It’s time’: Jeffries urges placement of Jan. 6 plaque during police week - Roll Call

House Democrats called on Republicans to install a long-delayed plaque for officers who defended the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

Latin Times

'Colorblind' GOP Congressman Deflects When Asked 'Why Trump Is So Orange': 'It's Your Perspective'

Georgia Rep. Brian Jack refused to answer a high school student's question about President Trump's skin tone during an impromptu interview outside the Capitol.

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