Bush Capitol Ceremony

Congressional Leaders Honor Bush (Washington, DC) — Congressional leaders are paying tribute to the late President George H.W. Bush. The body of America’s 41st President’s body is lying in state in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell called Bush a World War Two war hero, a humble servant and a principled leader. […]

Poll: Dems Hold Big Lead In Congressional Preference

(Washington, DC)  —  A new poll finds Americans are leaning more left when it comes to their choice for control of Congress.

Top U.S. Immigration Official: End Chain Migration 

(Washington, DC)  —  A top U.S. immigration official is urging Congress to end so-called chain migration, where people use family connections to enter the U.S. 

Congress Passes Short-Term Spending Bill To Avoid Government Shutdown 

(Washington, DC)  —  Congress is avoiding a partial government shutdown with the passage of a stop-gap spending bill. 

House Expected To Approve Bill On Sexual Harassment Today 

(Washington, DC)  —  The House is expected to approve a bill meant to address sexual harassment in Congress today. 

House Panel Dives Into GOP Tax Bill 

(Washington, DC)  —  They’re off.  House Republicans have started a big push on their new tax cut bill. 

Staffer Shot During Congressional Baseball Practice Talks

One of the victims of yesterday’s shooting at a Congressional baseball practice is talking about what happened.

White House: Obama Very Disappointed About Immigration, Congress

As he prepares to leave office, President Obama is “profoundly disappointed” that Congress has not passed comprehensive immigration reform.

Pelosi Warns Republicans: Keep Hands Off Medicare

House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi is drawing a line in the sand.