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October 30, 2024 at 9:59 PM
Democrats and Republicans battle to control Congress in 2024
Republican Rep. Marc Molinaro of New York shares what’s at stake for a seat in House of Representatives.
October 30, 2024 at 9:59 PM
October 28, 2024 at 6:46 PM
In their own words: Lawmakers on what it's like in a 'chaos' Congress
Polarizing
October 28, 2024 at 6:46 PM
October 25, 2024 at 5:13 PM
Former Gov. Larry Hogan unpacks his Maryland Senate race, refusing Trump endorsement
ABC News’ Linsey Davis sits down with Maryland’s former Gov. Larry Hogan, who hopes to win a U.S. Senate seat as an anti-Trump Republican in a deep blue state.
October 25, 2024 at 5:13 PM
October 23, 2024 at 9:15 PM
25-year-old looks to unseat fake Trump elector in Georgia Senate race
Ashwin Ramaswami discusses his campaign for state legislator against incumbent and Republican opponent Shawn Still.
October 23, 2024 at 9:15 PM
October 23, 2024 at 9:07 PM
Republicans have a good shot at flipping the Senate
What 538's 2024 Senate election forecast says.
October 23, 2024 at 9:07 PM
October 23, 2024 at 5:08 PM
Democratic populists are key to congressional control and their party's future
Democrats have struggled with working-class, populist voters, but this year, a slate of congressional races could help reverse the tide -- or intensify it.
October 23, 2024 at 5:08 PM
October 22, 2024 at 7:36 PM
Nebraska's Senate election is surprisingly close
538’s Galen Druke and Nathaniel Rakich look at recent polling in the close race for Nebraska’s Senate seat and why an independent candidate is doing so well.
October 22, 2024 at 7:36 PM
October 21, 2024 at 5:10 PM
Communication expert breaks down Wisconsin Senate debate performances
ABC News' Jay O’Brien speaks with Michael Chad Hoeppner to unpack the Wisconsin Senate debate between Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin and Republican challenger Eric Hovde.
October 21, 2024 at 5:10 PM
October 16, 2024 at 1:04 AM
Pennsylvania Senate candidates face off in debate
ABC News’ Linsey Davis spoke to a panel of political experts about the Pennsylvania Senate race and how it will impact which party controls Congress.
October 16, 2024 at 1:04 AM
October 15, 2024 at 11:31 PM
Preview of Pennsylvania US Senate debate
Preview of the Pennsylvania Senate debate between Democrat Bob Casey and Republican challenger David McCormick.
October 15, 2024 at 11:31 PM
October 15, 2024 at 3:03 PM
Ethics Committee subpoenas documents from lawsuit brought by Gaetz's friend: Sources
As part of its probe of Rep. Matt Gaetz, a House panel has subpoenaed documents from a civil suit brought by a friend of Gaetz against several third parties, sources say.
October 15, 2024 at 3:03 PM
October 12, 2024 at 2:06 PM
FEMA says it will run out of money if Congress doesn't act
The Federal Emergency Management Agency says it will run out of money if Congress doesn't allocate more funds for the agency. ABC News' Christiane Cordero joins from Capitol Hill.
October 12, 2024 at 2:06 PM
October 11, 2024 at 8:19 PM
Biden to visit Florida storm damage, says misinformation spreaders will 'pay a price'
President Biden said he believes they're "breaking through with the truth" on the federal hurricane response but continued to slam Donald Trump for misinformation.
October 11, 2024 at 8:19 PM
October 11, 2024 at 3:48 PM
Biden joins growing calls for Congress to return to pass certain hurricane relief
President Joe Biden joined the growing calls to reconvene Congress in the wake of the devastation in the south by back-to-back hurricanes as funding reached dire levels.
October 11, 2024 at 3:48 PM
October 10, 2024 at 2:26 PM
Gallego and Lake go on the offensive during only Arizona Senate debate
In the first and only face-to-face debate for the Arizona Senate race Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego and Republican former gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake traded jabs.
October 10, 2024 at 2:26 PM
October 9, 2024 at 5:04 PM
How redistricting could play a key role in the fight to control the House in 2024
Five states redrew their district lines and the changes could impact who wins the House in the 2024 election.
October 9, 2024 at 5:04 PM
October 9, 2024 at 1:05 PM
How 538's 2024 House election forecast works
The methodology of 538's 2024 House of Representatives forecast model.
October 9, 2024 at 1:05 PM
October 9, 2024 at 12:49 PM
The 2024 race to control the House couldn't be tighter
Introducing 538's forecast for U.S. House of Representatives races in 2024.
October 9, 2024 at 12:49 PM
October 9, 2024 at 12:31 PM
Schiff, Garvey argue on Trump impeachment trial during California US Senate debate
The 2020 impeachment trial against Donald Trump sparked a bitter exchange between California Senate candidates Adam Schiff and Steve Garvey at a forum on Tuesday.
October 9, 2024 at 12:31 PM
October 7, 2024 at 10:00 AM
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Pro-Israel groups spent big to oust two Squad members in primaries
Pro-Israel groups focused their spending on defeating two members of the Squad, and had a fairly strong showing in Democratic primary endorsements.
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Grieving parents react to passage of anti-hazing legislation
The "Stop Campus Hazing Act" could become the first federal law to address hazing.
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Democrats again help House Republicans avoid another government shutdown
House and Senate pass bill to fund the government until Dec. 20 and avoid a shutdown at the end of the month.
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Senate passes bill over equal Secret Service protection for major party candidates
The Senate unanimously passed a House bill that would require an equal standard of U.S. Secret Service protection to be applied to all major party candidates.
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D'Esposito scandal sparks 'migraine' for Republicans hoping to keep House
Monday's report alleging infidelity and possible violations of House ethics rules by Republican Rep. Anthony D'Esposito could have implications beyond his reelection bid.
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What polling says about key 2024 Senate races
538 has released U.S. Senate polling averages for the 2024 general election.
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House leaders unveil bill with added Secret Service funding to avert shutdown
Lawmakers from both parties have been pushing for more funding and resources for the Secret Service in the wake of the second assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump.
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House leaders unveil bill to avert government shutdown
House leaders unveiled on Sunday their new legislation to avert a shutdown at the end of the month and fund the government until Dec. 20.
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House passes bill to enhance Secret Service protection for presidential candidates
The 405-0 House vote follows a second Trump assassination attempt.
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House votes down Speaker Johnson's funding plan as shutdown deadline approaches
ABC News’ Jay O’Brien discusses next steps after the measure failed by a 202-222-2 margin.
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NASA's 'Hidden Figures' awarded Congressional Gold Medal for groundbreaking work
The Black NASA female mathematicians and aeronautical engineers referred to as the "Hidden Figures" were awarded the Congressional Gold Medal this week.
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Senate IVF bill fails again to advance on mostly party line vote
Senate Majority Leader Schumer wanted to put Republicans on record with their vote on IVF, which has become a flashpoint in the presidential election.
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Democratic whip Katherine Clark speaks out on government funding battle
Congress needs to pass a stopgap spending bill before Oct. 1 to avoid a federal shutdown just weeks before the election.
2 months ago
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Johnson pulls vote on stopgap bill for short-term government funding
The bill includes the SAVE Act, a measure that would require individuals to provide proof of U.S. citizenship to vote
2 months ago
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Speaker Johnson pulls vote on stopgap bill for short-term government funding
ABC News’ Jay O’Brien on where the temporary spending bill stands. The measure would keep federal agencies and programs funded for six months.
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Sen. Chuck Schumer wants bipartisan spirit ahead of 2024 elections
As Kamala Harris and Donald Trump vie for the presidency, the New York senator talks about Democrats' down-ballot strategies.
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Ticket-splitters hold the key to majorities in both chambers of Congress
Every election cycle, political observers speculate about the power and prevalence of ticket-splitters. This year, their influence is unquestioned.
2 months ago
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Unpacking Mark Zuckerberg's letter to Congress about Biden and Facebook
The Facebook founder talked about the site's approach to COVID-19 posts in the pandemic. Media and tech correspondent Peter Kafka discussed the letter on "Start Here."
2 months ago
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Congresswoman DelBene on Democrats flipping the House
Representative Suzan DelBene speaks to ABC News on Democrats' goals to not just win the presidential election but keeping control of the Senate and flipping the House.
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Wisconsin Senate nominee Eric Hovde talks the current political climate
Wisconsin Republican Senate nominee Eric Hovde talks about his efforts to flip the chamber, connecting with Democrats and changing his stance on abortion.
3 months ago
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Progressive Rep. Cori Bush loses high-stakes Democratic primary: AP projection
After a fiercely competitive primary race, the Associated Press projects that St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell has won the Democratic primary in MO.
3 months ago
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Nancy Pelosi talks new book, ‘The Art of Power’
The California congresswoman details her time as the first woman Speaker of the House, shares her insights on the 2024 presidential race and her future political plans.
3 months ago
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High-profile Missouri primary threatens to knock out second 'Squad' member Cori Bush
Democratic Rep. Cori Bush of Missouri is facing a strong challenge from St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell in the Democratic primary on Tuesday.
3 months ago
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Senate fails to advance bill aimed at expanding child tax credit
A bill aimed at expanding the child tax credit for millions of families and implementing business tax breaks is expected to fail in the Senate during a key test vote.
3 months ago
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GOP's Lake and Democratic Rep. Gallego projected to win primaries in Arizona
Voters in Arizona went to the polls Tuesday in the first congressional and down-ballot primaries since President Joe Biden dropped out of the presidential race.
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Senate passes landmark legislation to protect kids online
The Senate passed bipartisan legislation to protect the privacy and security of children under 17. Sen. Amy Klobuchar talks about why it took over 20 years to pass such legislation.
3 months ago
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Affordable childcare, online protection gain bipartisan support
ABC News’ Elizabeth Schulze explains the latest pressing issues on Capitol Hill.
3 months ago
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Senate passes child online safety bill
The Senate passed two key pieces of legislation aimed at keeping children safe on the internet Tuesday afternoon, marking a major step in Congress' ongoing effort to regulate massive tech companies.
3 months ago
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Acting Secret Service director grilled about Trump assassination attempt
Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe and FBI Deputy Director Paul Abbate were grilled by lawmakers about the attempted assassination attempt against Donald Trump.
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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.
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