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Jul 11, 2024, 11:24 AM
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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.Jul 11, 2024, 11:24 AM
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Jul 11, 2024, 12:19 PM
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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.Jul 11, 2024, 12:19 PM
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Jul 10, 2024, 2:53 PM
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Senators reach bipartisan deal to ban stock trading by lawmakers
More than three-quarters of Americans support such a ban, polls show.Jul 10, 2024, 2:53 PM
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Jul 8, 2024, 4:55 PM
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Sen. Bob Menendez 'sold the power of his office,' prosecutor claims 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.Jul 8, 2024, 4:55 PM
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Mar 6, 2023, 3:06 PM
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Actor Ben Savage is running for Congress to succeed California Rep. Adam Schiff
Former "Boy Meets World" star Ben Savage is running for Congress in California's 30th Congressional DistrictMar 6, 2023, 3:06 PM
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Jan 26, 2023, 11:31 AM
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Adam Schiff is running for California Senate seat
Adam Schiff on Thursday announced he will run for California Sen. Dianne Feinstein's seat in 2024Jan 26, 2023, 11:31 AM
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Jul 7, 2024, 6:05 PM
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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.Jul 7, 2024, 6:05 PM
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Jul 2, 2024, 8:59 AM
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Senator wants Washington Commanders to pay tribute to an old logo that offends many Indigenous
Many Native Americans thought a bitter debate over the U.S. capital’s football mascot was over when the team became the Washington CommandersJul 2, 2024, 8:59 AM
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Jun 28, 2024, 5:12 PM
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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.Jun 28, 2024, 5:12 PM
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Jun 27, 2024, 5:17 PM
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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.Jun 27, 2024, 5:17 PM
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Jun 21, 2024, 6:50 PM
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What's up with Menendez's independent Senate bid? New Jersey Democrats share their thoughts
New Jersey Democrats weigh in on why they believe Sen. Bob Menendez launched his independent bid for Senate.Jun 21, 2024, 6:50 PM
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Jun 19, 2024, 4:46 PM
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US attorney 'declined' to prosecute over 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.Jun 19, 2024, 4:46 PM
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Jun 14, 2024, 11:35 AM
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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.Jun 14, 2024, 11:35 AM
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Jun 13, 2024, 2:35 PM
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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.Jun 13, 2024, 2:35 PM
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Jun 12, 2024, 4:47 PM
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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.Jun 12, 2024, 4:47 PM
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Jun 11, 2024, 8:53 PM
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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.Jun 11, 2024, 8:53 PM
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Jun 10, 2024, 4:35 PM
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Sen. John 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.Jun 10, 2024, 4:35 PM
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Jun 7, 2024, 3:50 PM
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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.Jun 7, 2024, 3:50 PM
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Jun 5, 2024, 4:03 PM
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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.Jun 5, 2024, 4:03 PM
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Jun 5, 2024, 2:49 PM
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Laphonza Butler, appointed to replace late Sen. Feinstein, talks status of Democratic Party
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.Jun 5, 2024, 2:49 PM
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Jun 4, 2024, 4:45 PM
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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.Jun 4, 2024, 4:45 PM
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Jun 3, 2024, 7:29 PM
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Bob Menendez files as independent Senate candidate in New Jersey
The senator said in March he wouldn't seek another term as a Democrat.Jun 3, 2024, 7:29 PM
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May 31, 2024, 11:43 AM
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Senators demand information from VA about alleged 'flagrant misuse' of bonus money
An Internal watchdog found executives got some $11 million in improper bonuses.May 31, 2024, 11:43 AM
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Mar 17, 2024, 11:51 AM
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Rep. Turner disagrees with Trump's anti-migrant rhetoric 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"Mar 17, 2024, 11:51 AM
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May 23, 2024, 4:34 PM
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Congressional Democrats slam oil executives over gas prices
The lawmakers blasted the oil industry and advocated for clean energy alternatives.May 23, 2024, 4:34 PM
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May 23, 2024, 4:04 PM
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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.May 23, 2024, 4:04 PM
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May 22, 2024, 3:45 PM
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House grinds to a standstill due to quarrel over remarks about Trump's legal woes
The House came to standstill as lawmakers quibbled about criticism of Donald Trump and his legal woes, with comments from a top Democrat being removed from the record.May 22, 2024, 3:45 PM
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May 22, 2024, 5:52 PM
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Sen. Rick Scott says he'll run to be next Senate Republican leader
Scott announced his plans in a letter to his Republican colleagues Wednesday.May 22, 2024, 5:52 PM
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May 21, 2024, 11:50 PM
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Vince Fong to take Kevin McCarthy's seat in Congress, bolstering GOP majority
ABC News reports that Vince Fong is projected to win former the Congressional seat of former House speaker Kevin McCarthy.May 21, 2024, 11:50 PM
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May 21, 2024, 5:36 PM
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Speaker Johnson moving ahead on Netanyahu invite to address Congress in wake of possible ICC warrant
House Speaker Mike Johnson told reporters Tuesday that he's moving ahead with an invitation to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to address Congress.May 21, 2024, 5:36 PM
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May 17, 2024, 3:34 PM
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Johnson slams raucous congressional hearing sparked by Marjorie Taylor Greene's 'fake eyelashes' comment
Speaker Mike Johnson on Friday said he is disappointed in the chaos and name-calling that happened during a raucous House Oversight Committee markup on Thursday night.May 17, 2024, 3:34 PM
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May 15, 2024, 3:23 PM
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Senators unveil 'roadmap' for government-funded AI research, regulation
The bipartisan group recommends spending $32 billion over several years.May 15, 2024, 3:23 PM
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May 15, 2024, 10:05 AM
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Senate considers making Black Wall Street a national monument
More than 100 years since the nation’s deadliest race massacre, the Senate is considering a bipartisan bill to grant national monument status to Greenwood, Oklahoma.May 15, 2024, 10:05 AM
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May 14, 2024, 2:18 PM
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Speaker Johnson defends Trump outside 'sham' New York trial
Former President Donald Trump's entourage continued to grow with more high-profile politicians expected to attend his New York hush money criminal trial on Tuesday.May 14, 2024, 2:18 PM
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May 9, 2024, 6:26 PM
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Democratic Sen. Jon Tester backs GOP-championed Laken Riley Act
Montana Democratic Sen. Jon Tester became the first Senate Democrat to back an immigration bill that has been championed by Republicans in Congress.May 9, 2024, 6:26 PM
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May 8, 2024, 7:25 PM
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House quickly kills Marjorie Taylor Greene's effort to oust Speaker Johnson
Democrats joined almost all Republicans in rejecting Greene's move.May 8, 2024, 7:25 PM
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May 8, 2024, 6:00 PM
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Timeline: Marjorie Taylor Greene's feud with Speaker Mike Johnson
For more than a month, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has dangled the possibility of forcing a vote to oust House Speaker Mike Johnson.May 8, 2024, 6:00 PM
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May 8, 2024, 4:33 PM
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Getting illicit pills as easy as ordering food delivery via app, DEA administrator tells Congress
A Drug Enforcement Administration official told Congress that illegal pills are being delivered to Americans' doorsteps "like Uber Eats."May 8, 2024, 4:33 PM
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May 7, 2024, 4:17 PM
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Marjorie Taylor Greene backs off threat to oust Johnson as speaker
Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene appears to be backing off her threat to force a vote to oust the speaker this week.May 7, 2024, 4:17 PM
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May 6, 2024, 6:30 PM
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Marjorie Taylor Greene says she'll meet with Speaker Mike Johnson again Tuesday amid threat to oust him
House Speaker Mike Johnson and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene met privately on Monday, sources told ABC News, amid Greene's looming threat to try to oust him.May 6, 2024, 6:30 PM
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