The Latest Breaking News from Capitol

Sean Penn to direct film about Capitol riot hero cop

Sean Penn is to direct a movie about a cop caught up in the January 6 Capitol riots, with the unnamed officer to be played by Bradley Cooper.

BANG Premier · Jun 16

Sean Penn to direct Jan 6 Capitol riot movie with Bradley Cooper in talks to star

The Oscar-winning actor will also write the script for the project

The Independent UK · Jun 16

Maryland Democrats slam crypto, AIPAC-linked spending in race for Hoyer’s seat

Three candidates in next week’s Democratic primary for the seat of retiring Maryland Rep. Steny H. Hoyer have teamed up to criticize the millions of dollars in outside spending flooding into the district.  Former Capitol Police officer Harry Dunn, businesswoman Quincy Bareebe and former Prince George’s County Executive Rushern Baker…

Roll Call · Jun 16

Nancy Mace Suffers Crushing Defeat After Ex-Staff Reveal She Wanted To Get 'Punched by Jan. 6 Rioters' for TV Fame

Nancy Mace lost her primary race amid controversies, including her stance on Epstein files and alleged attempts to gain media attention during the Capitol riots.

International Business Times UK · Jun 10

Heavy security in advance of White House 250th festivities

The National Mall is being transformed for almost daily events in the weeks leading up to the nation’s 250th birthday on July 4, with unprecedented security and a request that those planning to participate in some of the main activities register in advance. Events kick off Friday evening near the…

Roll Call · Jun 9

Trump Calls NBC News 'Fake News' After Reporter Fact-Checked His Jan 6 and Election Fraud Claims

Donald Trump left an NBC interview after a heated exchange with journalist Kristen Welker over his claims about the Capitol riot and election fraud, later calling the news programme 'fake news.'

International Business Times UK · Jun 8

Bitter rivalry? At the Congressional Baseball Game, sort of

Democrats are looking to break a five-year losing streak at Wednesday night’s Congressional Baseball Game, hoping a revamped roster will be enough to beat Republicans. But partisan rivalry aside, research suggests the game may boost legislative collaboration. Playing baseball gives legislators the chance to forge bonds outside the halls of…

Roll Call · Jun 8

Why Trump Walked Out of 'Meet the Press': The J6 and Election Rigging Exchange That Broke the Interview

Donald Trump abruptly ended his Meet the Press interview after being challenged on his claims about the 2020 election and January 6 Capitol attack, drawing significant online attention.

International Business Times UK · Jun 7

Trump refuses to rule out using ‘anti-weaponization’ fund for Capitol rioters who attacked police

US president says ‘I’d pay the kind of money they deserve’ amid questions over his administration establishing fund

The Guardian - US · Jun 7

FISA reauthorization stalls in early-morning Senate vote

Senate Republicans early Friday could not muster enough votes to move forward on a long-term reauthorization of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, leaving the key surveillance power, which expires next week, in limbo as both chambers leave the Capitol for the weekend. The Senate voted 47-52 on…

Roll Call · Jun 5