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Democrats pressure banks to atone for slavery-era activities to 'redress past wrongs’

December 7, 2022

Democrats pressure banks to atone for slavery-era activities to 'redress past wrongs’

House Democrats held a hearing Wednesday to talk about how banks can atone for the role they played in American slavery, which one witness said helped build wealth for banks.

No evidence Cawthorn, staffer had improper relationship, ethics committee finds

December 7, 2022

No evidence Cawthorn, staffer had improper relationship, ethics committee finds

A House Ethics Committee investigation found "no evidence" that North Carolina Congressman Madison Cawthorn had an inappropriate relationship with a staffer.

GOP readies to fight 'woke' provisions in defense policy bill

December 6, 2022

GOP readies to fight 'woke' provisions in defense policy bill

Republican are ready to oppose Democratic efforts to include progressive priorities, including abortion and racial equity, within the must-pass defense bill.

McConnell says 'time is ticking' for Congress to pass a budget bill

December 6, 2022

McConnell says 'time is ticking' for Congress to pass a budget bill

The Dec. 16 deadline for Congress to pass a new spending agreement to avoid a government shutdown is quickly approaching, but lawmakers are still at a “pretty significant impasse."

US Postal Service alleged spying on conservatives goes unchecked by House Democrats

December 6, 2022

US Postal Service alleged spying on conservatives goes unchecked by House Democrats

A controversial surveillance program run by the U.S. Postal Service came under fire Tuesday as Republicans pushed for a vote to give Congress more information.

Family of fallen officer Brian Sicknick snubs McConnell, McCarthy at Jan. 6 event

December 6, 2022

Family of fallen officer Brian Sicknick snubs McConnell, McCarthy at Jan. 6 event

The family of fallen Capitol Hill Police Officer Brian Sicknick refused to shake hands with Sen. Mitch McConnell and Rep. Kevin McCarthy at a Jan. 6 event Tuesday.

Fmr West Virginia delegate Derrick Evans, convicted in Jan 6 Capitol protest, considers run for Congress

December 6, 2022

Fmr West Virginia delegate Derrick Evans, convicted in Jan 6 Capitol protest, considers run for Congress

Derrick Evans, a former West Virginia state delegate who served a federal prison sentence for his role in the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol riot, is considering running for Congress.

Andy Biggs to challenge Kevin McCarthy for speaker on House floor

December 6, 2022

Andy Biggs to challenge Kevin McCarthy for speaker on House floor

Arizona Rep. Andy Biggs is challenging Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy for speaker of the House during an official vote in January when the new Congressional takes power.

Biden gets raked over the coals for dismissing border visit: 'Head in the sand'

December 6, 2022

Biden gets raked over the coals for dismissing border visit: 'Head in the sand'

President Biden is facing heavy criticism for dismissing the importance of visiting the US-Mexico border. Biden is being accused of burying his head in the sand.

Former Miami-area Rep. David Rivera arrested over Venezula ties

December 6, 2022

Former Miami-area Rep. David Rivera arrested over Venezula ties

Former Republican Rep. David Rivera of Florida has been indicted on charges of money laundering and representing a foreign government without registering.