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June 16

Over 200 Democrats sign letter condemning ‘unprecedented’ removal of senator from DHS presser

Congressional Democrats are blasting as an “unprecedented incident" last week's removal of Sen. Alex Padilla, D-Calif., from a Homeland Security presser.

June 16

User’s manual to security briefings for lawmakers after Minnesota shootings

The weekend shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers by an alleged lone gunman have shaken Congress to its core – here's what to look out for next on Capitol Hill.

June 16

Blue state Republicans threaten revolt against Trump's 'big, beautiful bill' if Senate changes key tax rule

Blue state House Republicans warn Senate GOP against removing SALT deduction increase from tax bill, with Rep. Mike Lawler declaring any such move 'dead on arrival' as negotiations continue.

June 16

Minnesota lawmaker shootings prompt security debate in House and Senate

Minnesota shootings of lawmakers spark urgent security discussions in Congress, with representatives exploring protection options and criticizing safety measures

June 16

Senate returns amid concerns about deeper US involvement in the Iran, Israel conflict

Congress returns amid Israel-Iran conflict, with lawmakers questioning U.S. involvement, war powers implications and terrorism risks as President Donald Trump balances MAGA concerns with Israel support.

June 16

Republicans criticize Dem congressional candidate's '86 47' post as call for 'political violence'

Former Marine and Democratic hopeful Maura Sullivan faces GOP backlash after appearing with sign containing '86 47' message that some interpret as threatening toward Trump

June 16

How Johnson pulled off another impossible win with just 1-vote margin on $9.4B spending cut bill

House Republicans pass $9.4 billion spending cuts bill with a 214-212 vote, showcasing Speaker Johnson's ability to navigate tough legislation despite the slim GOP majority in the House.

June 16

Reporter's Notebook: Why the Senate is unlikely to debate the 'big, beautiful bill' until next week

Senate Republicans appear likely to delay President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill" vote until June 22, potentially jeopardizing passage through both chambers before his July 4th deadline.

June 14

Senate GOPs carefully weighing controversial tax provisions before bringing Big, Beautiful Bill to the floor

Big, Beautiful Bill timeline in jeopardy as Senate vote delays to June 22, leaving a tight window for House approval before the Treasury's early July debt ceiling deadline

June 14

Dem senator's viral outburst at DHS presser triggers mixed reactions from lawmakers: 'Disgusting situation'

Republican and Democratic lawmakers respond to Sen. Padilla's viral outburst that resulted in him getting booted out of a DHS press conference in Los Angeles by Secret Service agents.