Senate weighs new, painful leverage tactic as fears of another government shutdown grow
The Senate will vote on a measure to block lawmaker pay during government shutdowns as Republicans push multiple bills to prevent future closures.
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Fentanyl deaths could now cost drug dealers their lives under new GOP proposal
Rep. Chip Roy is unveiling the Deal Death, Face Death Act, a bill proposing the death penalty for fentanyl dealers when distribution leads to a death.
Justice Dept. Subpoenas Wall Street Journal in Leak Investigation
Critics raised concerns over press freedom after The Journal disclosed receiving subpoenas related to an article on deliberations on the risks of military action in Iran.
FBI boss Patel faces Senate grilling, seeks $12B boost as controversies swirl
Kash Patel will testify before the Senate to defend the FBI's $12 billion budget request as part of Trump's broader DOJ funding proposal of $41 billion.
Judge Again Delays Guantánamo’s First Death-Penalty Terror Trial
The 2000 terrorism case has been going on for so long that the parents of fallen sailors and shipmates who survived the attack have died.
Pete Hegseth faces Congress over Pentagon’s unprecedented $1.5 trillion budget as Democrats vow to block it
Pete Hegseth will face a high-stakes House hearing on the Pentagon's unprecedented $1.5 trillion request amid bipartisan concerns over the proposed budget and Iran War.
Fragile relationship with House GOP has Senate Republicans warning ‘something needs to change’
Senate Republicans say communication with the House GOP must improve as they prepare to fund ICE and Border Patrol through budget reconciliation.
From Nebraska to West Virginia to New Jersey: Primary clashes set stage for fierce midterm fight
Tuesday's primaries in Nebraska, West Virginia and New Jersey set the stage for 2026 midterm battles over control of Congress and key state offices.
AOC-backed $30 minimum wage plan could backfire in unexpected ways, experts warn
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's push for a $30 minimum wage draws opposition from economists who warn it could cost jobs and increase prices.
Trump to confront Xi at high-stakes summit over China backing for Iran, Russia
Trump is expected to press Xi on China's economic and material support for Iran at their upcoming summit, senior administration officials say.