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espn.comscience3 days ago
One-Year Ban on Abortion Providers Billing Medicaid for Other Services Expires
The prohibition, part of legislation signed by President Trump last year, was omitted from House Republicans' latest reconciliation framework. Anti-abortion groups responded with a Capitol Hill rally and calls for alternative restrictions.
politics7 days ago
Supreme Court Justices Visit Capitol Hill for Rare Meeting
Justices made an uncommon trip to Congress. The visit follows recent legislative activity and comes amid ongoing Senate transitions.
thoughtcatalog.compolitics6 days agoUpdated
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham Dies at 71 After Returning from Ukraine Trip
Republican Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died Saturday night at his Capitol Hill residence. The medical examiner listed a ruptured aortic aneurysm linked to cardiovascular disease as the preliminary cause.
abcnews.go.compolitics9 days ago
Senate Appropriations defense subcommittee chair absence delays $1.5 trillion defense spending package
The Senate Appropriations defense subcommittee chair has been absent from Capitol Hill for more than three weeks. The absence affects work on a $1.5 trillion defense spending package for next year.
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theglobeandmail.compolitics17 days agoUpdated
Masked Demonstrators Carry Confederate Flags Through Washington Areas
A group of masked men marched through Union Station and Capitol Hill on July 4 while carrying Confederate flags and shouting about immigration. The demonstration occurred alongside other Fourth of July events in Washington.
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cnbc.compolitics19 days ago
Trump Meets GOP Senators to Lobby for SAVE America Act
President Donald Trump met with Republican senators on Capitol Hill to push the SAVE America Act. Sen. Thom Tillis said the bill lacks funding and time to implement before the November midterm elections.
foxnews.compolitics19 days agoUpdated
Mitch McConnell was found unconscious at Capitol Hill home on June 14
Emergency dispatch audio shows Sen. Mitch McConnell was unconscious when taken to a hospital on June 14. The 84-year-old Kentucky Republican has not returned to the Capitol since the incident.
nypost.comworld21 days ago
Rep. Tom Kean Jr. Expected to Return to Capitol Hill on Tuesday
Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. of New Jersey plans to resume duties after months away for a personal medical issue. He last voted March 5 and missed more than 140 votes. House Speaker Mike Johnson confirmed the congressman is recovering and will explain his condition upon return.
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cnbc.compolitics22 days ago
Clarence Thomas Seen on Capitol Hill with Police Escort as Court Nears Final Opinions
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas was seen walking through the House side of the Capitol on Monday. He declined to identify anyone he met and the court is scheduled to release its last opinions of the term on Tuesday.
eff.orgpolitics25 days ago
DSA-Backed Candidates Win Democratic Nominations in New York City Primaries
Fox News reported that several candidates backed by the Democratic Socialists of America won Democratic nominations in New York City primaries this week. The results prompted questions about possible effects on House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. Rep. John Larson addressed the…
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Trump Cancels Housing Bill Signing, Says SAVE America Act Must Pass First
President Donald Trump canceled the signing of a bipartisan housing affordability bill hours before meeting Senate Republicans on Capitol Hill on June 24, 2026. He told lawmakers the SAVE America Act takes priority over the housing legislation.
fortune.compolitics27 days ago
New York City Mayor says progressive message drives Democratic primary wins
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani stated that progressive messaging is contributing to Democratic primary victories in his state. House Speaker Mike Johnson offered a reaction on Capitol Hill.
foxnews.compolitics27 days ago
Trump Scheduled to Meet Senate Republicans for Lunch on Capitol Hill
President Donald Trump is scheduled to join Senate Republicans for a lunch meeting on June 24 after Sen. Rick Scott issued an invitation. The session follows weeks of tensions over legislative priorities including the SAVE America Act.
Fox Newspolitics27 days agoUpdated
President Trump Scheduled to Attend Senate Republican Lunch on Voting Bill
President Donald Trump will join Republican senators for a closed-door luncheon on Capitol Hill on Wednesday. The session comes as lawmakers address tensions over the SAVE America Act and other priorities ahead of the midterms.
Newsweekpolitics28 days ago
Trump Meets Senate Republicans on Iran Deal and FISA Renewal
President Trump will meet Senate Republicans on Capitol Hill Wednesday to discuss stalled legislation and policy disagreements. The session follows weeks of friction over an Iran agreement, surveillance powers, and voting legislation.
Fox Newspolitics33 days ago
Rep. Thomas Kean Scheduled to Return to House Votes on June 30
The New Jersey Republican will end a medical absence that began March 5. He has missed 135 votes during more than 100 days away from Capitol Hill.
New York Postpolitics40 days ago
Former official alleges secret UAP spending at Capitol Hill press conference
Former intelligence officer David Grusch told lawmakers the government conceals billions annually in secret programs and is aware of multiple alien species. Bipartisan members of Congress called for document releases and witness immunity.
Washington Examinerpolitics42 days ago
Grusch Repeats UFO Crash-Retrieval Claims at Capitol Hill Press Conference, Urges Trump Task Force to Probe Alleged Secret Funding
Retired Air Force Maj. David Grusch told reporters on Capitol Hill that classified UFO programs receive billions annually outside congressional oversight and called for White House action.
New York Postpolitics45 days ago
Marine Veteran Graham Platner Bartended at Capitol Hill Dive Bar Tune Inn While Battling PTSD, 2011–2016
The 41-year-old Maine Senate candidate worked at the Pennsylvania Avenue bar after returning from Afghanistan. Former patrons described his demeanor and service style during those years.
Semaforpolitics48 days ago
Trump Signs AI Model Review Order as Altman Holds Bipartisan Meetings on Capitol Hill
President Donald Trump signed an order on advanced artificial intelligence on June 2. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman met with congressional leaders the next day to discuss federal oversight.
pbs.orgpolitics49 days ago
Maine Senate Candidate Graham Platner Holds Pre-Scheduled Meetings With Democratic Lawmakers on Capitol Hill
Graham Platner held pre-scheduled meetings with Democratic lawmakers on Capitol Hill Tuesday after leaked sexually explicit text messages allegedly sent to women who were not his wife surfaced.
dailycaller.compolitics49 days ago
Platner Leads Maine Senate Race With Polling Edge Over Collins
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer on Tuesday declined to answer multiple questions about Democratic Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner during a press gaggle on Capitol Hill.
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winnipegfreepress.compolitics49 days ago
Secretary of State to Appear at Two Congressional Hearings on Diplomatic Efforts
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is scheduled to testify at back-to-back hearings on Capitol Hill. The sessions will address the administration's diplomatic activities worldwide.
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tvline.compolitics61 days ago
Noah Wyle Meets Lawmakers to Discuss Healthcare Worker Issues
Actor Noah Wyle visited Capitol Hill to speak with members of Congress about conditions facing healthcare workers. The visit occurred on May 21, 2026.
politics68 days ago
Both Parties Maneuver for House Seat Advantages Through Redistricting
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said Democrats will win back the House of Representatives in November despite Republican efforts to redraw maps following a Supreme Court ruling. Jeffries made the remarks on Capitol Hill Wednesday as a 10-month national redistricting battle…
rediff.compolitics70 days ago
FBI Director Kash Patel to Testify Before Senate Committee on 2027 Budget Request
Patel appears alongside other Justice Department agency heads Tuesday afternoon as lawmakers are expected to question him on travel expenses, an Atlantic report and recent FBI reforms. The hearing comes eight months after his last Capitol Hill testimony in September 2025. @ABC re…
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Breaking Defensepolitics74 days ago
Congress Passes Budget Resolution Enabling Reconciliation Bills for Immigration Enforcement and Defense Priorities
The Senate and House approved the measure before leaving Capitol Hill on Friday, leaving the Pentagon's $350 billion fiscal 2027 reconciliation request for a potential third bill. Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Roger Wicker expressed hope for enactment in November while…
thehindu.comworld83 days ago
Pentagon Reports $25 Billion Cost for Iran War
The U.S. has spent $25 billion on the ongoing war with Iran, according to Pentagon testimony before Congress. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended the conflict during his first appearance on Capitol Hill since the war began, while oil prices surged above $118 per barrel amid r…
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winnipegfreepress.compolitics85 days ago
New Jersey Rep. Tom Kean Jr. Addresses Health Issue Causing Weeks-Long Absence from Congress
Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. of New Jersey released a statement on his personal medical issue, explaining his absence from Capitol Hill since early March. He assured a full recovery and return soon, amid a backdrop of recent congressional deaths and a slim House majority. House S…
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Six Cabinet Secretaries Appear for Budget Hearings on Capitol Hill
Six members of President Donald Trump's cabinet testified on Capitol Hill in routine budget and oversight hearings. The sessions occurred amid discussions about potential shifts in congressional control. Republicans could face increased oversight if they lose the House in Novembe…
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nypost.compolitics97 days ago
Alyssa Farah Griffin Discusses Capitol Hill on The View After Swalwell Allegations
Alyssa Farah Griffin appeared on The View and described her time working on Capitol Hill, including warnings about certain individuals and observations of former Rep. Eric Swalwell. Swalwell faces accusations of rape and sexual harassment from multiple women and has resigned from…
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Lawmakers and Officials Commemorate Holocaust Remembrance Day on Capitol Hill
Trump administration officials and a bipartisan group of lawmakers participated in the annual Days of Remembrance ceremony on Capitol Hill on April 14, 2026. The event honored Holocaust victims and U.S. troops from World War II while addressing current antisemitism concerns.