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cnbc.comfinance2 hrs ago
Fed Chair Warsh Says Central Bank Has No Tolerance for Elevated Inflation
Warsh told Congress the Federal Reserve will focus on restoring price stability. He said the central bank held its policy rate steady at its June meeting.
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abcnews.go.compolitics2 hrs ago
Rep. Nancy Mace Says Split With Trump Over Epstein Files May Have Hurt Her Political Career
Rep. Nancy Mace stated Monday that her support for releasing Epstein files may have contributed to her loss in South Carolina's GOP gubernatorial primary. She is now considering a Senate run after Sen. Lindsey Graham's death.
abcnews.go.compolitics3 hrs ago
Kagan and Barrett to testify on Supreme Court budget request
Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett will appear before a House Appropriations panel Tuesday morning to present the Supreme Court budget request for fiscal 2027. The Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts seeks $9.7 billion in discretionary funding.
nypost.comfinance4 hrs ago
Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh to testify before House panel
House Financial Services Committee Chairman Rep. French Hill will appear on Squawk Box to preview the upcoming testimony of Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh. The hearing marks Warsh's first appearance on Capitol Hill as head of the central bank.
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AP Newspolitics5 hrs ago
Congressional Age and Tenure Data Show Mixed Trends Since 1981
The mean age of House members rose from about 49 in 1981 to 58 in 2025, while Senate mean age increased from 53 to 64. Median ages in both chambers declined slightly between 2023 and 2025.
Washington Examinerpolitics6 hrs ago
House GOP Leaders Seek to End Conservative Revolt Blocking Floor Votes
Speaker Mike Johnson is working to resume House business after nearly a month of procedural blocks by dozens of Republicans. The holdouts demand Senate passage of the SAVE America Act and a floor vote on border security legislation.
Semaforpolitics6 hrs ago
Senate considers replacements for late senator's committee assignments
Senate Republican leaders are addressing vacancies on four committees following the death of a South Carolina member. The Judiciary Committee vacancy may affect an upcoming nomination hearing.
Washington Examinerpolitics7 hrs ago
House Majority Leader Scalise Raised $9 Million in Second Quarter, Transferred $21 Million to Candidates and GOP Committee
Scalise's office reported the total for the 2026 cycle reached $55 million. The funds supported transfers to candidates and the National Republican Congressional Committee.
ksl.compolitics8 hrs ago
Senators Split on Bills to Honor Lindsey Graham After His Death
Republican senators are divided over legislation to honor the late Sen. Lindsey Graham. Proposals include a Russia sanctions bill Graham backed, a cryptocurrency measure, and an elections bill.
Washington Examinerpolitics17 hrs ago
Vice President Vance Cancels House Republican Conference Appearance Due to Scheduling Conflict
Vice President JD Vance canceled his scheduled appearance at the House Republican Conference meeting Tuesday morning due to a scheduling conflict. The move comes as House GOP leadership addresses resistance from conservative members over the SAVE America Act.
finance17 hrs ago
McConnell Hospitalized, Graham’s Sister to Join Senate as GOP Retains 51-49 Majority
Sen. Mitch McConnell announced Sunday he remains hospitalized after a fall and pneumonia treatment. The absence of McConnell and the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham have left Senate Republicans with a 51-seat majority and stalled defense appropriations.
Washington Examinerpolitics18 hrs ago
Sen. Rand Paul Schedules Fauci Testimony on Gain-of-Function Research for July 29
Sen. Rand Paul announced that Dr. Anthony Fauci will appear before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs on July 29, 2026. The hearing will examine Fauci's role in funding gain-of-function research at the Wuhan Institute of Virology.
nypost.compolitics18 hrs ago
Senate Majority Leader Thune Honors Late Sen. Lindsey Graham on Floor
Senate Majority Leader John Thune spoke on the Senate floor Monday about the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham. Thune expressed personal loss and noted Graham had changed his address.
business22 hrs ago
Trump Reports $1.4 Billion Crypto Gains; Senate Clarity Act Discussed
President Donald Trump's disclosure of $1.4 billion in crypto-related wealth is influencing negotiations over ethics rules in the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act. A new draft is expected in days as the Senate considers a vote this month.
New York Postpolitics22 hrs ago
Senator urges Justice Department to name special counsel for Fauci review
A U.S. senator asked the Justice Department to appoint a special counsel to examine Dr. Anthony Fauci's actions on COVID-19 origins and related federal research funding. The request follows the June release of intelligence documents and references a preemptive pardon issued befor…
Forbesbusiness1 day ago
Warren Asks Dimon About Epstein Ties and 2009 UK Bankers’ Tax Call
Sen. Elizabeth Warren sent a letter to JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon last week asking about his interactions with Jeffrey Epstein. The Senate Banking Committee published the letter Monday after the Financial Times reported the outreach Sunday.
nbcnews.compolitics1 day ago
Texas Republican announces bid for top GOP seat on House Armed Services Committee
A House member who chairs a subcommittee on the panel said Monday he will seek the top Republican position next year. The announcement comes as the committee prepares to select its leadership for the next Congress.
americanbanker.compolitics1 day ago
Sen. Jim Banks to Introduce Citizenship Act on Birthright Citizenship
Sen. Jim Banks will introduce the Citizenship Act Monday afternoon to end birthright citizenship for children of unauthorized immigrants and birth tourists. The bill defines such entrants as invaders under federal law and references a recent Supreme Court concurrence.
gellerreport.compolitics1 day ago
Trump Says Voters Must Choose Between Communism and Patriotism at July 4 Event
President Donald Trump used anti-communist rhetoric during his Independence Day address and other recent events. The comments followed democratic socialist-backed primary wins in New York. Time reported the pattern of attacks heading into the November midterms.
dailycaller.compolitics1 day ago
Senator Lindsey Graham Dies at 71
Sen. Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died suddenly on Saturday night. He was 71. His death follows a long career marked by neoconservative foreign policy positions.
cnbc.comfinance19 hrs agoUpdated
Sen. Mitch McConnell Says June 14 Fall Caused Hospitalization
The 84-year-old Kentucky Republican disclosed that a fall on June 14 led to his hospitalization and brief loss of consciousness. He is now in a rehabilitation center after tests ruled out major injuries.
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politics2 days ago
Democratic Candidate Poindexter Highlights Working-Class Background in Ohio House Race
Brian Poindexter, a 46-year-old union ironworker, is running to flip a Republican congressional seat in Ohio. The Atlantic reported that he and other Democratic candidates are highlighting working-class male backgrounds to appeal to voters.
Newsweekpolitics2 days ago
217 Independent Candidates Seek U.S. House or Senate Seats in 2026
A Newsweek analysis identified 217 independent candidates contesting 153 congressional races. The candidates include 170 for the House and 47 for the Senate across 42 states and territories.
abcnews.go.combusiness2 days ago
Senate Advances Negotiations on Clarity Act for Crypto Regulation
Senators are working to resolve disputes over the Clarity Act before the August recess. The bill would establish a regulatory framework for digital assets beyond stablecoins.
politics2 days ago
Senate Democrat expands probe into Kennedy Center spending
Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse is expanding an investigation into alleged mismanagement of federal funds at the Kennedy Center for Performing Arts. The inquiry focuses on spending decisions by the venue's leadership.
abcnews.go.compolitics3 days ago
Republican lawmakers threaten Justice Department action against WNBA over physical play
A group of nearly a dozen Republican members of Congress led by Texas representative August Pfluger sent a letter threatening to involve the Department of Justice unless the WNBA addresses physical contact involving Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark.
jpost.compolitics3 days ago
Education Department Officials Reassure Advocates HHS Will Not Take Over IDEA
Education Department officials told special education advocates during a July 9 call that the Health and Human Services Department would not assume oversight of IDEA programs. Senators from both parties are advancing legislation to block any transfer. The interagency agreement wa…
Usa Todaypolitics3 days ago
House to vote on bill making daylight saving time permanent
The U.S. House of Representatives is scheduled to vote next week on legislation that would end the twice-yearly clock changes. A similar measure passed the Senate in 2022 but did not become law.
opindia.compolitics3 days ago
Coalition urges Congress to include Iran internet bills in defense legislation
A coalition of groups sent a letter to Senate leadership and the bipartisan heads of the Armed Services Committee asking for two bills on internet access in Iran to be added to the 2027 National Defense Authorization Act.
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theglobeandmail.compolitics3 days ago
Former trade adviser appeals contempt conviction after government withdraws defense
The appeal continues before a federal appeals court panel after the government withdrew its brief defending the conviction. New counsel entered an appearance and asked the court to decide the case on its merits rather than dismiss it.
ABC Newspolitics1 day agoUpdated
Housing Bill Becomes Law Automatically After Congress Overrides Potential Veto
The 21st Century Road to Housing Act took effect at 12:01 a.m. Saturday. President Trump had said Friday he would not sign it, linking the decision to Senate inaction on the SAVE America Act.
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abcnews.go.comfinance4 days ago
Senate Democrats Rebuke Trump for $1.3 Billion in Cryptocurrency Earnings
Top Democrats on five Senate committees issued a statement criticizing President Donald Trump over his cryptocurrency profits. The statement was shared first with Semafor as lawmakers prepare to advance a digital assets bill. Multiple issues in the legislation remain unresolved.
Nprpolitics4 days ago
House bill seeks to expand H-2A farmworker visas beyond seasonal use
A House Agriculture Committee bill would remove the seasonal requirement from the H-2A visa program and extend access to dairy, livestock and forestry employers. The measure would also create a process for some unauthorized workers already in the United States to obtain the visas…
abcnews.go.comworld4 days ago
Lawmakers Ask CDC to Track Rising Refusals of Newborn Vitamin K Shot
Rep. Kim Schrier and Sen. Angela Alsobrooks wrote last week to acting CDC director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya. The letter followed a ProPublica investigation that documented rising refusals and untracked deaths from vitamin K deficiency bleeding. It called for federal monitoring of the…
The Hillpolitics4 days ago
President signals intent to lift Turkey sanctions, faces congressional pushback
President Trump said Tuesday he will remove sanctions on Turkey. Several lawmakers and regional governments have raised objections tied to Turkey's possession of a Russian air defense system.
slate.compolitics4 days ago
Planned Parenthood Votes launches $47 million campaign targeting 2026 midterm races
Planned Parenthood Votes announced a $47 million effort on Thursday to make abortion a central issue in the 2026 midterm elections. The campaign targets Republican candidates in competitive House and Senate contests across multiple states.
Al-Monitorpolitics4 days ago
Democratic Senators Urge Block on Defense Bill Over Israel Cooperation
Six Democratic senators led by Chris Van Hollen sent a letter calling on colleagues to block the National Defense Authorization Act until the Senate debates new measures to deepen U.S.-Israel military and intelligence ties. The letter criticizes any steps that would strengthen re…
politics4 days ago
Grassley Requests Patel’s FBI Flight Records and Details on Armored BMW Purchases
Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley sent a May 8 letter to FBI Director Kash Patel seeking records on aircraft use and vehicle purchases. Democrats disclosed the letter this week and raised parallel concerns about travel practices.
globalresearch.cafinance4 days ago
Defense Department requests $67 billion supplemental funding
The Defense Department, funded with nearly a trillion dollars, is running out of cash according to multiple officials. It requested supplemental funding to cover operations until the October budget.
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Fox Newspolitics4 days ago
Rep. Ilhan Omar declines Fox News questions on revised financial disclosures showing lower asset values
Rep. Ilhan Omar declined to answer Fox News Digital questions about updated filings that lowered the reported value of assets she and her husband hold from as much as $30 million to a maximum of $125,000. The 2025 disclosures list her husband's equity in a winery and venture capi…
benzinga.comsports4 days ago
Lawmakers Send Letter Seeking WNBA Response on Player Safety
Eleven Republican members of Congress wrote to the WNBA commissioner on Wednesday requesting information on league procedures for reviewing physical contact and online harassment. The letter cites incidents involving one player and asks for a reply by July 24.
mexiconewsdaily.compolitics5 days ago
Senators plan bipartisan bill to restore manufacturing program
Four senators will introduce legislation Thursday to require the Commerce Department to resume funding for a program that supports U.S. manufacturing firms. The move follows funding freezes that have led to closures and staffing cuts at centers nationwide.
salon.compolitics6 days ago
Housing Bill Limiting Institutional Investors Becomes Law Without Trump Signature
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act will take effect by the end of the week regardless of President Trump's decision. The measure passed Congress in June and limits institutional purchases of single-family homes while creating mortgage pilot programs.
abcnews.go.compolitics6 days agoUpdated
Senate GOP Leaders Confirm Conversations With Hospitalized McConnell
Senate Majority Leader John Thune and Sen. John Barrasso spoke with Sen. Mitch McConnell in recent days while he remains hospitalized since June 14. McConnell has not voted since June 11.
Fox Newspolitics6 days ago
Senator Remains Hospitalized as Wife Returns from China Trip
Elaine Chao stayed in China on a scheduled visit while her husband was hospitalized. She has since returned to the United States. His office has not released details on his condition or return timeline.
politics6 days ago
Sen. Mitch McConnell Hospitalized Since June 14, Continues Recovery and Senate Work
Senate Majority Leader John Thune spoke with McConnell on Monday and Sen. John Barrasso spoke with him Tuesday. McConnell's office said July 2 that he continues to improve while still in the hospital.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics6 days ago
Former Representative Says Outgoing Congressman Should Run for Senate Seat
A former member of Congress said she would like to see an outgoing representative run for an open Senate seat. The comments followed reports of a senator's recent hospitalization.
Washington Examinerpolitics6 days ago
House Republican plans impeachment articles against district judge who blocked voter database
Rep. Abe Hamadeh said Monday he will file articles of impeachment Thursday against U.S. District Judge Sparkle Sooknanan. The judge blocked a revised federal voter citizenship verification database last month.
abcnews.go.compolitics6 days ago
Democratic candidates criticize Republican support for tax and benefits legislation
Democratic candidates in competitive Senate races are highlighting the effects of a reconciliation bill passed last year. The measure reduced taxes while also cutting eligibility for Medicaid and food assistance programs.
Washington Examinerpolitics7 days ago
Supreme Court Justices Kagan and Barrett Scheduled to Testify on July 14
Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett will appear before House and Senate appropriators to discuss the Supreme Court's fiscal 2027 budget request. The hearings mark the first testimony by sitting justices before congressional appropriators since 2019.
foxnews.compolitics7 days ago
Trump Urges GOP to Pursue Reconciliation Package for SAVE America Act Provisions and Defense Funds After Senate Stalls Bill
President Donald Trump on July 7 called for passing portions of the SAVE America Act and $350 billion in defense funding through budget reconciliation. The approach reverses his position from last month and aims to start the process next week.
abcnews.go.compolitics7 days ago
Democratic senators seek details on military promotion decisions
Seven Democratic senators sent a letter to War Secretary Pete Hegseth on Monday requesting information on the removal of officers from promotion lists. The letter asked for the criteria used and set an August 30 response deadline.
americanbanker.compolitics7 days ago
Trump Leaves Washington With Housing Bill Unsigned as Voter ID Measure Stays Stalled
President Donald Trump departed the capital on July 6 without signing the housing bill. The White House has offered no indication of whether he will sign it, allow it to become law without a signature, or veto it.
washingtonpost.compolitics7 days ago
23 Veterans Groups Urge Congress to Pass Take Care of America's Veterans Act
Nearly two dozen veterans service organizations signed a June 29 letter calling on lawmakers to enact the Take Care of America's Veterans Act without changes. The bill contains more than 60 provisions on benefits, health care and survivor support. Some organizations have raised c…
Rapplerpolitics7 days ago
Prosecution seeks subpoena for vice president's chief of staff in impeachment trial
The prosecution asked the impeachment court on July 7 to compel the attendance of the Office of the Vice President chief of staff at hearings scheduled for July 13-15. The request follows the chief of staff's November 2024 detention at the House of Representatives.
abcnews.go.compolitics7 days ago
McConnell's Office Reports Steady Improvement During Senate Recess; No Updates Since July 2
Sen. Mitch McConnell's office stated on July 2 that he continues to improve while recovering in a hospital. No additional details on his condition or plans for returning to the Capitol have been released.
Washington Examinerworld7 days ago
Sen. Mitch McConnell Hospitalized Three Weeks After June Emergency; Office Reports Continued Improvement
Sen. Mitch McConnell, 84, has been in a Washington-area hospital since June 14. His office has issued limited updates on his recovery as the Senate prepares to reconvene.
politics7 days ago
Maine Democratic Senate Nominee Denies Assault Allegation; Two Lawmakers Withdraw Endorsements
Sen. Ruben Gallego and Rep. Ro Khanna rescinded support for Graham Platner after a woman accused him of sexual assault in 2021. Platner denied the claim and said he would reflect on his campaign.
nbcnews.compolitics7 days ago
Primary challenges defeat three Democratic incumbents in New York and Colorado
Three House incumbents lost Democratic primaries last week after facing progressive challengers. All three had previously opposed the current administration.
politics7 days ago
Senate Questions Funding, Implementation Timeline for SAVE America Act
James Comer on Sunday challenged Republican senators to support the voter ID legislation, saying those unwilling to back it are too weak for the chamber. Sen. Thom Tillis called the bill dead over funding and implementation gaps.