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January 8

Dozens of House Republicans defy Trump, join Democrats in failed veto override effort

Several House Republicans join Democrats in a failed effort to override Trump vetoes in rare rebuke, challenging Colorado water project and Florida tribal decisions.

January 8

House passes nearly $180B funding package after conservative rebellion over Minnesota fraud fears

The House passed a multibillion-dollar federal funding package in a bipartisan vote, moving Congress closer to averting a government shutdown by the Jan. 30 deadline.

January 8

Crockett says Trump admin 'bringing crime' to Minneapolis

Rep. Jasmine Crockett criticized the presence of federal immigration authorities in Minnesota a day after a woman was fatally shot by an ICE agent. (House Judiciary)

January 8

Gubernatorial candidate in key 2028 White House election cycle state announces record fundraising haul

Iowa Rep. Randy Feenstra raises record $4.3 million for governor race in just seven months, setting new GOP fundraising milestone in off-election year.

January 8

Reporter's Notebook: House attempts to override Trump vetoes on Colorado water project, Florida Everglades

House moves to override Trump vetoes on bipartisan Colorado water project and Florida Everglades bill that both passed unanimously in both chambers.

January 8

House GOP spending bills pack billions in earmarks, sparking backlash from fiscal hawks

Spending bills include over 3,000 earmarks, totaling $6.5 billion and drawing conservative criticism despite bipartisan support.

January 8

Dem Rep Steny Hoyer, 86, to announce retirement after career spanning four decades

Maryland Rep. Steny Hoyer expected to announce retirement from Congress after four decades of service, ending a historic career as second-ranking Democrat.

January 7

9 House Republicans defy Mike Johnson, join Dems to advance Obamacare extension vote

GOP rebels dealt a blow to Speaker Johnson as nine House Republicans joined Democrats to advance an Obamacare subsidy vote despite party leadership opposition.

January 7

Washington Dem calls for attention to 'White men' crime during Minnesota fraud hearing

During a Minnesota fraud hearing, Rep. Emily Randall, D-Washington, redirected questioning about fraud in Minnesota toward alleged crime statistics about White men and January 6 defendants.

January 7

Trump pulls US out of UN-linked migration forum in bold immigration move

Trump signs executive order pulling U.S. from U.N.-linked migration forum, ending American participation in body critics say undermines sovereignty.