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Reagan National Airport has bothered lawmakers for years, but quick access to power has stalled change

February 1, 2025

Reagan National Airport has bothered lawmakers for years, but quick access to power has stalled change

Ronald Reagan National Airport has raised safety concerns for years, but its close proximity to power in Washington, D.C., has kept the runways open with no sign of change.

Sen. Tillis opens up about role in Pete Hegseth's confirmation after Hegseth's ex-sister-in-law's allegations

February 1, 2025

Sen. Tillis opens up about role in Pete Hegseth's confirmation after Hegseth's ex-sister-in-law's allegations

In an interview with Fox News Digital, Sen. Thom Tillis walked through his thought process in the hours leading up to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's confirmation vote.

Dems dismiss calls for apology after Jeffries vows 'fight' against Trump agenda 'in the streets'

January 31, 2025

Dems dismiss calls for apology after Jeffries vows 'fight' against Trump agenda 'in the streets'

Democrats have either dismissed backlash to House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries' remarks or stayed silent, while the White House is requesting an apology.

'Overdose epidemic': Bipartisan senators target fentanyl classification as lapse approaches

January 30, 2025

'Overdose epidemic': Bipartisan senators target fentanyl classification as lapse approaches

Senators came together to reintroduce a bipartisan bill that would permanently classify fentanyl as a Schedule I controlled substance.

Morning Glory: Congressional GOP needs to find new sources of revenue

January 30, 2025

Morning Glory: Congressional GOP needs to find new sources of revenue

The agenda of President Trump is expensive. It cannot all be deficit spending.

Scoop: Key GOP senator who hesitated on Pete Hegseth pushes Kash Patel for FBI

January 29, 2025

Scoop: Key GOP senator who hesitated on Pete Hegseth pushes Kash Patel for FBI

Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., is going all in on Kash Patel despite being a holdout on Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, whose confirmation came down to the wire.

'You frighten people': Top 5 most memorable moments from Wednesday's Trump nominee hearings

January 29, 2025

'You frighten people': Top 5 most memorable moments from Wednesday's Trump nominee hearings

Several of President Donald Trump's Cabinet nominees underwent intense questioning on Capitol Hill as they seek to be confirmed into the administration.

Anxious Republicans demand action from House leaders as GOP retreat ends without budget plan

January 29, 2025

Anxious Republicans demand action from House leaders as GOP retreat ends without budget plan

House Republicans are getting nervous about a lack of public progress about their reconciliation plans after wrapping up a three-day retreat in Doral, Florida.

RFK Jr tells lawmakers that ‘every abortion is a tragedy’ at confirmation hearing

January 29, 2025

RFK Jr tells lawmakers that ‘every abortion is a tragedy’ at confirmation hearing

President Donald Trump's Health and Human Services nominee, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., told lawmakers that he agrees that 'every abortion is a tragedy.'

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and political allies launch public affairs firm

January 29, 2025

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and political allies launch public affairs firm

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy helps launch public affairs firm Watchtower Strategy, according to a press release.