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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.

House to repeal military vaccine mandate in defense bill despite Biden opposition

December 6, 2022

House to repeal military vaccine mandate in defense bill despite Biden opposition

The National Defense Authorization Act will a repeal the COVID-19 vaccine mandate for members of the U.S. armed services, despite President Biden's opposition.

Senate Republicans peel away from Trump after Constitution ‘termination’ comments

December 6, 2022

Senate Republicans peel away from Trump after Constitution ‘termination’ comments

Senate Republicans are sounding off against President Donald Trump for his calls to terminate parts of the US Constitution. They argue he will not be the GOP nominee in 2024.

House Democrats block religious liberty amendment to same-sex marriage bill

December 6, 2022

House Democrats block religious liberty amendment to same-sex marriage bill

House Democrats have blocked an amendment offered by Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, that would have added stronger religious liberty protections to the Respect for Marriage Act, a bill that would codify same-sex marriage.

Congress gets pay hike, cost-of-living boost under bills from retiring Democrat

December 5, 2022

Congress gets pay hike, cost-of-living boost under bills from retiring Democrat

A retiring House Democrat has three proposals for raising the salaries of lawmakers, which have been frozen since 2009, including one that would link to judicial salaries.

GOP squeezing lame duck Dems to secure end to military vaccine mandate

December 5, 2022

GOP squeezing lame duck Dems to secure end to military vaccine mandate

Republicans are demanding an end to the military's vaccine mandate in exchange for supporting the Defense Department's budget authorization, and President Biden may comply.