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July 26, 2024 at 2:54 AM
By the numbers: House members take a 6-week summer recess
We break down the numbers of Congress' summer recess in a year when campaigning in home states will be crucial and cut lawmakers a little slack since they haven't had a pay increase in 15 years.
July 26, 2024 at 2:54 AM
July 25, 2024 at 7:58 PM
House approves resolution condemning Harris as ‘border czar’
The resolution offers a glimpse into the Republican plan to campaign against Vice President Kamala Harris.
July 25, 2024 at 7:58 PM
July 25, 2024 at 10:41 AM
Fact-checking Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address to Congress
In a defiant speech that appeared to go off script at times, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made several statements that were either false or missing context.
July 25, 2024 at 10:41 AM
July 24, 2024 at 11:08 PM
Netanyahu calls on Congress to give bipartisan support to Israel
"Give us the tools faster and we'll finish the job faster," he said Wednesday.
July 24, 2024 at 11:08 PM
July 23, 2024 at 8:33 PM
Sen. Laphonza Butler on VP Harris' presidential bid
Linsey Davis speaks with California Sen. Laphonza Butler on her friendship with Vice President Kamala Harris and the path forward for Harris' presidential campaign.
July 23, 2024 at 8:33 PM
July 23, 2024 at 7:01 PM
Sen. Bob Menendez to resign following conviction in federal corruption trial
Menendez will resign his office on Aug. 20 following conviction in his federal corruption trial, multiple sources told ABC News.
July 23, 2024 at 7:01 PM
July 22, 2024 at 6:22 PM
What to know about the Kids Online Safety Act and its chances of passing
The last time Congress passed a law to protect children on the internet was in 1998 — before Facebook, before the iPhone and long before today’s oldest teenagers were born
July 22, 2024 at 6:22 PM
July 18, 2024 at 2:20 PM
Schumer privately urged Biden to step aside in 2024 election: Sources
A spokesman told ABC News,"Leader Schumer conveyed the views of his caucus."
July 18, 2024 at 2:20 PM
July 16, 2024 at 8:20 PM
NY congressmen push to enhance Secret Service protection for presidential candidates
Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-NY) and Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY) advocate for increased Secret Service protection for Joe Biden, Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
July 16, 2024 at 8:20 PM
July 16, 2024 at 6:44 PM
Ripple effect Sen. Bob Menendez's conviction could have on the election
Sen. Bob Menendez was found guilty on all counts Tuesday in his federal corruption trial.
July 16, 2024 at 6:44 PM
July 11, 2024 at 5:00 PM
Republicans fail to hold Merrick Garland in inherent contempt over Biden audio files
A Republican congresswoman’s effort to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in inherent contempt failed on Thursday.
July 11, 2024 at 5:00 PM
July 11, 2024 at 4:26 PM
Democratic Senate candidates see fundraising boom even as Biden campaign loses donors
At least six Democratic Senate candidates have seen massive fundraising hauls in the second quarter of this year, which includes the time after the presidential debate.
July 11, 2024 at 4:26 PM
July 10, 2024 at 11:01 PM
Senators reach bipartisan deal to ban stock trading by lawmakers
More than three-quarters of Americans support such a ban, polls show.
July 10, 2024 at 11:01 PM
July 10, 2024 at 10:58 AM
Sen. Bob Menendez 'sold the power of his office,' prosecutor says in closing argument
A prosecutor in Sen. Bob Menendez's federal trial described what he called a "clear pattern of corruption" during his closing argument on Monday.
July 10, 2024 at 10:58 AM
July 8, 2024 at 7:18 PM
'Boy Meet World' star Ben Savage is running for Congress to succeed Rep. Adam Schiff
Former "Boy Meets World" star Ben Savage is running for Congress in California's 30th Congressional District
July 8, 2024 at 7:18 PM
July 8, 2024 at 7:17 PM
Adam Schiff is running for California Senate seat
Adam Schiff on Thursday announced he will run for California Sen. Dianne Feinstein's seat in 2024
July 8, 2024 at 7:17 PM
July 8, 2024 at 12:36 AM
House Oversight Committee requests interview, documents from Biden's physician
The House Oversight Committee issued a letter to Dr. Kevin O'Connor requesting a transcribed interview and documents.
July 8, 2024 at 12:36 AM
1 month ago
At the Capitol, Democrats’ anguish over Biden's debate performance on full display
House Democrats spent their Friday morning huddling on the floor in hushed, anguished conversations about President Joe Biden's debate performance.
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How much is Jamaal Bowman's loss a warning for progressives?
Progressives undeniably suffered their most significant defeat of the 2024 election cycle Tuesday when Rep. Jamaal Bowman, N.Y., lost his district's Democratic primary.
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Democratic Rep. Jamaal Bowman talks congressional campaign and message to voters
The two-term congressman reflects on how his time as an educator inspired him to run for office, dealing with criticism for his stance on the war in Gaza and weighs in on partisanship in Congress.
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What's going on with Menendez's independent Senate bid? NJ Democrats have theories
New Jersey Democrats weigh in on why they believe Sen. Bob Menendez launched his independent bid for Senate.
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Congressman Adam Schiff discusses Senate run, Supreme Court reform
Ahead of the 2024 Senate race in November, Congressman Adam Schiff joins ABC News Live to discuss the Supreme Court, reproductive rights, his political opponent and much more.
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Congressman Adam Schiff discusses his run for California's open Senate seat
Plus, California Gov. Gavin Newsom is eyeing a potential statewide ban on cellphones in schools, and our panel weighs in on the importance of Juneteenth.
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US attorney 'declined' to prosecute threat to congressman, letter claims
The U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Indiana declined to prosecute a man who threatened to kill an Indiana congressman and his family, a letter says.
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Surgeon general calls on Congress to require warning labels for social media
Doctor Vivek Murthy said the warning label would be similar to those on tobacco or alcohol labels.
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Congressional Republicans rally behind Trump
Former President Donald Trump returned to Capitol Hill to meet with Republican lawmakers for the first time since the Jan. 6 attack.
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Republicans torn over Trump-backed Sam Brown, the nominee in key Nevada Senate race
Nevada Republican Sam Brown cruised to victory in the GOP Senate primary. Now, he'll have to compete against a well-heeled incumbent -- and Republicans are nervous.
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Bill to protect IVF access fails in Senate as Democrats, GOP spar over the 2024 issue
Senate Democrats on Thursday continued a series of election-year votes on reproductive rights with a bill that would protect access to in vitro fertilization.
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Politicians show off their kicks with sneaker day on Capitol Hill
Members of Congress made their daily trek to Capitol Hill wearing a fresh pair of gym shoes to participate in the second annual sneaker day. The panel discusses who the coolest kicks.
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House Republicans vote to hold Garland in contempt over Biden interview audio
House Republicans voted to hold on Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt over his refusal to turn over audio of President Biden's interview with Robert Hur.
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House approves motion to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt
The GOP-led motion to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress over his refusal to turn over President Biden’s special counsel interview audio, passed.
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Senate Judiciary Committee holds hearing on 'youth vaping epidemic'
Top FDA and Justice Department officials are expected to testify days after the Biden administration launched a new task force to regulate major companies in the vaping industry.
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Trump-endorsed Nancy Mace projected to win South Carolina GOP primary
Voters in the Republican primary for South Carolina's 1st congressional district voted on Tuesday.
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Sen. Fetterman involved in crash on Maryland interstate, treated for bruised shoulder
Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman was involved in a crash on a Maryland interstate over the weekend, police and his office confirmed on Monday.
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Debbie Mucarsel-Powell discusses Senate run
Former Florida congresswoman Debbie Mucarsel-Powell discusses her Senate run against GOP candidate Rick Scott.
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9 members of Congress parachute jump over Normandy for D-Day anniversary
A group of American lawmakers honored the sacrifices of World War II veterans who took part in D-Day with a parachute jump Friday morning.
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Democrats risk boxing themselves in on filibuster in 2024: Sources
Democratic Senate candidates are rallying against the filibuster, but Republicans could very easily win the Senate majority next year.
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Sen. Laphonza Butler on being the only Black woman in Senate
Sen. Laphonza Butler talks about being the only Black woman in the Senate, the current state of democracy and why she chose not to run in this upcoming election.
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House passes GOP bill to sanction ICC as it seeks arrest warrant for Netanyahu
The House passed a GOP-led bill that would impose sanctions on the ICC after its top prosecutor recommended war crimes charges against Israel's Netanyahu.
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Heated exchange between AG Garland and Rep. Matt Gaetz
Gaetz pressed the attorney general about the Justice Department's interactions with the offices of Manhattan District Attorney in their investigation of Donald Trump which led to his conviction.
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AG Garland defends Justice Department in testimony
Attorney General Merrick Garland faced questions from lawmakers and defended the Justice Department from attacks. ABC News' Jay O'Brien gives his analysis.
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AG Merrick Garland testifies before House Judiciary Committee
Attorney General Merrick Garland is testifying before the House Judiciary Committee on Capitol Hill. ABC News' Jay O'Brien reports.
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Dr. Anthony Fauci testifies about COVID response and origins
The former director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases defended actions the agency took and recommended amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Bob Menendez files as independent Senate candidate
The senator said in March he wouldn't seek another term as a Democrat.
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Bob Menendez plans to file as independent Senate candidate
The deadline to file signatures is 4 p.m. on Tuesday, which is also the date of New Jersey's partisan primaries.
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Senators want more information from VA about alleged 'flagrant misuse' of bonus money
An Internal watchdog found executives got some $11 million in improper bonuses.
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Turner disagrees with Trump migrant comments but argues he can 'fix' border 'crisis'
Rep. Mike Turner, a top House Republican, on Sunday said he disagreed with Trump calling some migrants "not people" and "animals"
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Congressional Democrats slam oil executives over gas prices
The lawmakers blasted the oil industry and advocated for clean energy alternatives.
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Senate again fails to advance border security bill in election-year showdown vote
The Senate considered for the second time a border security package after Republicans blocked the bill from advancing at Trump's direction.
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Senate votes on bipartisan border bill
The Senate is voting on a bipartisan border bill. Meanwhile, some university leaders testified before the GOP-led House Education Committee on alleged antisemitism on campuses and college protests.
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