The hidden figures of the space race have been recognized with Congress’ highest honor at a medal ceremony

The Black NASA female mathematicians and aeronautical engineers referred to as the "Hidden Figures" were awarded the Congressional Gold Medal this week.

Republicans have blocked for a second time this year legislation to establish a nationwide right to in vitro fertilization, arguing that the vote is an election-year stunt after Democrats forced a vote on the issue

Senate Majority Leader Schumer wanted to put Republicans on record with their vote on IVF, which has become a flashpoint in the presidential election.

Pro-Israel groups focused their spending on defeating two members of the Squad, and had a fairly strong showing in Democratic primary endorsements.

A San Jose-based biotechnology company that helps doctors detect genetic causes for cancer is among those that could be cut out of the U.S. market over ties to China

Congress needs to pass a stopgap spending bill before Oct. 1 to avoid a federal shutdown just weeks before the election.

The bill includes the SAVE Act, a measure that would require individuals to provide proof of U.S. citizenship to vote

ABC News’ Jay O’Brien on where the temporary spending bill stands. The measure would keep federal agencies and programs funded for six months.

The Congressional Black Caucus has issued new guidelines for corporations to use in adopting their diversity, equity and inclusion policies

The race for control of Congress is as close as ever

As Kamala Harris and Donald Trump vie for the presidency, the New York senator talks about Democrats' down-ballot strategies.

Every election cycle, political observers speculate about the power and prevalence of ticket-splitters. This year, their influence is unquestioned.

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."

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.

Wisconsin Republican Senate nominee Eric Hovde talks about his efforts to flip the chamber, connecting with Democrats and changing his stance on abortion.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

ABC News’ Elizabeth Schulze explains the latest pressing issues on Capitol Hill.

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.

Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe and FBI Deputy Director Paul Abbate were grilled by lawmakers about the attempted assassination attempt against Donald Trump.

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.

The resolution offers a glimpse into the Republican plan to campaign against Vice President Kamala Harris.

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.

"Give us the tools faster and we'll finish the job faster," he said Wednesday.

Linsey Davis speaks with California Sen. Laphonza Butler on her friendship with Vice President Kamala Harris and the path forward for Harris' presidential campaign.

Menendez will resign his office on Aug. 20 following conviction in his federal corruption trial, multiple sources told ABC News.

A spokesman told ABC News,"Leader Schumer conveyed the views of his caucus."

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.

Sen. Bob Menendez was found guilty on all counts Tuesday in his federal corruption trial.

A Republican congresswoman’s effort to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in inherent contempt failed on Thursday.

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.

More than three-quarters of Americans support such a ban, polls show.

A prosecutor in Sen. Bob Menendez's federal trial described what he called a "clear pattern of corruption" during his closing argument on Monday.

Former "Boy Meets World" star Ben Savage is running for Congress in California's 30th Congressional District

Adam Schiff on Thursday announced he will run for California Sen. Dianne Feinstein's seat in 2024

The House Oversight Committee issued a letter to Dr. Kevin O'Connor requesting a transcribed interview and documents.

House Democrats spent their Friday morning huddling on the floor in hushed, anguished conversations about President Joe Biden's debate performance.

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.

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.

New Jersey Democrats weigh in on why they believe Sen. Bob Menendez launched his independent bid for Senate.

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.

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.

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.

Doctor Vivek Murthy said the warning label would be similar to those on tobacco or alcohol labels.

Former President Donald Trump returned to Capitol Hill to meet with Republican lawmakers for the first time since the Jan. 6 attack.