Congress Democrats were on a warpath, and neither Jay Clayton’s ‘job interview’ nor Todd Blanche’s ‘performance evaluation’ impressed “Isn’t it humiliating to be unable to answer this question?" We Got This Covered · Jul 16
The Hill is capitalizing on reader interest in the second Trump administration The Washington-based publication is announcing plans for a new digital subscription product called the Hill Insider The Guardian - US · Jul 8
CNN star offers stunning update on Mitch McConnell as rumors swirl about former Senate leader’s health Paramedics responded to the former senate majority leader’s home on June 14 and he has reportedly been hospitalized ever since The Independent UK · Jul 7
Progressive staff group urges sexual misconduct overhaul Sweeping moves to address sexual misconduct at the Capitol may not be coming anytime soon, given the slow pace of change in Congress. But even “low-hanging fruit” could make a difference, some staffers say. The Congressional Progressive Staff Association laid out some ideas in a letter sent to lawmakers on… Roll Call · Jul 7
Four years after Dobbs, Texas abortion-rights advocates struggle to break through in Washington Just 2% of Texas voters call abortion the state’s most pressing problem. Advocates are reframing the issue as one of reproductive healthcare that affects families’ pocketbooks. The Texas Tribune · Jul 6
Happy 250th Birthday America! An Anniversary Marked by Fireworks, Star Power and Trump's Keynote Speech America celebrates its 250th birthday with historic fireworks, coastal spectacles amid a record-breaking summer heatwave. Trump's keynote speech to take place in the evening. Latin Times · Jul 4
AOC's Case Against Ending TPS: It'll Cost You Financially, Not Just Them AOC warns ending TPS will raise home-repair and health care costs — as a House-passed fix stalls in the Senate before the July 10 deadline. Latin Times · Jul 2
After the exit of another top general, Democratic Senator Kaine has questions for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth: ‘Is this a personal thing’ “Are you pushing out the truth tellers to surround yourself by yes-men?” We Got This Covered · Jun 30
View from The Hill: Even when they’re doing quite well, Liberals find a way to put their foot in it The Liberals, it seems, can’t resist returning to damaging infighting even in the one part of the country where things have been going quite encouragingly for them. The Conversation · Jun 30
While Trump releases new details about reflecting pool vandals, GOP lawmaker thinks the administration should just let it go: ‘It’s algae and science’ The $14 million renovation project has developed problems quickly. We Got This Covered · Jun 25
Trump shows Congress who’s the boss as he beats back rebellion and holds the Hill hostage ANALYSIS: Trump faced down a rebellious GOP Senate caucus on Wednesday and pushed them back into line before they left town, writes John Bowden. But will his voter ID push prevail? The Independent UK · Jun 25
No peace deal for Trump and GOP at Senate lunch Republicans on Capitol Hill had been hoping to spend the summer touting a rare bipartisan legislative feat, but Donald Trump and his growing anger toward Senate Republicans torched that effort Wednesday. And more trouble could lie ahead, if a tense in-person meeting was any indication. Trump descended on the Capitol… Roll Call · Jun 24
How Crank got a stack of political cartoons and a ‘great name’ Jeff Crank points to a framed photo hanging in his office, signed by his boss at the time. “Great baby! Great name! Great family!” wrote then-Rep. Joel Hefley in silver ink. In the photo, Hefley is holding Crank’s son — also named Joel — in front of the Capitol. He… Roll Call · Jun 24
'I'm out': Tucker Carlson announces formal break from Republican Party, says its "not loyal to US" Speaking on the recent episode of 'Can't be censored 'podcast, Carlson said that he would no longer support the GOP arguing that the party is "not loyal to the US." Carlson clarified that his split from the Republic does not mean he is extending support to the Democrats, The Hill… The Economic Times · Jun 24
Roll Call · Jun 22 Remembering Alan Greenspan Alan Greenspan, who served as the chairman of the Federal Reserve from 1987–2006, died Monday at the age of 100. As the longtime head of the Fed, Greenspan appeared numerous times in front of Congress. Here are some of the photos from Roll Call’s archive of Greenspan’s appearances on the…
Roll Call · Jun 22 A staffer’s guide to winning and losing the speakership When John Leganski walked into Kevin McCarthy’s office as an intern in 2012, he’d barely heard of the man who would come to define his political career. But now, Leganski’s something of an expert — so much so that he could write a book about the former speaker. Which is…
We Got This Covered · Jun 21 The judges have issued their orders, but the Trump administration is choosing defiance with the Kennedy Center and the Anti-Weaponization fund Administration lawyers are pointing to the details in their arguments.
The Independent UK · Jun 18 Vance begs Iran deal critics to have faith in Trump - but Congress isn’t thrilled ANALYSIS: JD Vance tries to assure conservatives, but comes off sounding much like Obama’s team in 2015, write John Bowden and Eric Garcia
We Got This Covered · Jun 15 Washington, D.C. Mayor reinstates a curfew for youth and restricts gatherings: ‘Summer heat tends to exacerbate tempers’ Teens “need safe, productive spaces.”
The Independent UK · Jun 15 Thune bucks Trump on tying voter ID law to renewal of FISA spy bill: ‘Not realistic’ The Save America Act represents Trump’s second action complicating the Senate GOP’s work to renew FISA Section 702
We Got This Covered · Jun 15 Trump tried to remove ‘partisan ideology’ from state parks, but Massachusetts judge just barred the order: ‘Dangerous precedent of censorship’ The government “carries a responsibility to present history in full.”
We Got This Covered · Jun 15 ‘Time is not on our side’: Ukraine official petitions US for aid to help more than a million families get justice for children kidnapped by Russia Ukraine claims that Russia is reprogramming the children.
Latin Times · Jun 15 Dan Patrick Says Democrat James Talarico 'Going to Hell' Over Use of Religion in Campaign A recent Texas Pulse poll cited by The Hill found the Senate race effectively tied, with both Ken Paxton and James Talarico tied at 46%. Among independent voters, Talarico held a 14-point lead.
We Got This Covered · Jun 15 Secretary of the Interior claims high gas prices are Democrats’ fault and in some states, ‘self inflicted’ “You can thank Gavin Newsom for that.”
We Got This Covered · Jun 15 ‘I promise to be more of a menace’: Nancy Mace promises ‘revenge’ on Donald Trump for ‘ending her political career’ “There is nothing to hold me back.”