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July 1, 2026

House Dem urges transparency by public officials after GOP colleague reveals reason for extended absence

Democratic Rep. Ritchie Torres urged transparency from officials after House Republican Tom Kean revealed the previously undisclosed reason for an extended congressional absence.

July 1, 2026

REP TOM BARRETT: It’s up to Congress to prevent another endless American war

A veteran congressman explains why Congress must have a say on war decisions and why military force requires clear constitutional scrutiny.

July 1, 2026

Trump’s push for national concealed carry reciprocity would protect good guys with guns

Gun Owners of America details its legal victories in New York, Hawaii, and Illinois to expand concealed carry reciprocity across state lines.

June 30, 2026

Fox News Poll: Maine Senate race is tight, with concerns about both candidates

Susan Collins holds a slim 3-point lead over Graham Platner in Maine, but a 15-point enthusiasm gap among Democrats keeps the race competitive.

June 30, 2026

House backs Massie's push to release taxpayer-funded sexual harassment settlement records

Rep. Thomas Massie forced a vote on a resolution requiring public disclosure of taxpayer-funded sexual harassment settlements involving House lawmakers.

June 30, 2026

Raskin tells Lawler to 'get the hell out' during contentious hearing

Reps. Mike Lawler and Jamie Raskin clashed over sanctuary city policies at a House Judiciary Committee hearing, trading accusations over illegal immigration.

June 30, 2026

Congress eyes rare bipartisan housing win with or without Trump's help

Donald Trump called the bipartisan housing bill a "yawn" compared to the SAVE America Act, refusing to sign it amid his midterm elections push.

June 30, 2026

Dems join Republicans to crush Tlaib's war powers resolution in lopsided House vote

Rep. Rashida Tlaib's resolution to bar U.S. military hostilities in Lebanon failed overwhelmingly as Republicans questioned why the measure was needed.

June 30, 2026

House conservatives derail GOP agenda in SAVE America Act showdown

The House floor remained at a standstill Tuesday after more than a dozen House conservatives sustained their blockade over the stalled SAVE Act.

June 30, 2026

Republicans declare war on 'organized theft' with government fraud crackdown

Sen. Eric Schmitt leads nine Senate Republicans in forming an anti-fraud task force to combat government waste and abuse across federal programs.