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Liz Cheney would 'find it very difficult' to support DeSantis because of Trump similarities

August 7, 2022

Liz Cheney would 'find it very difficult' to support DeSantis because of Trump similarities

Liz Cheney hinted it 'would be very difficult' to support Florida Gov. Ron DeSantisin 2024 because of the governor's similarities to former President Donald Trump.

Democrats want to squeeze every dollar out of Americans’ pockets for their ‘wasteful’ spending: Rep. Donalds

August 7, 2022

Democrats want to squeeze every dollar out of Americans’ pockets for their ‘wasteful’ spending: Rep. Donalds

Florida Congressman Byron Donalds discussed the ongoing "vote-a-rama" in the Senate for the Democrats' latest spending bill.

CNN panelists say legislative wins speak to 'how Democrats adjusted their goals to reality'

August 7, 2022

CNN panelists say legislative wins speak to 'how Democrats adjusted their goals to reality'

CNN panelists suggested Sunday that there's been a "vibe shift" in the Democratic Party and said the recent legislative wins speak to how they've "adjusted their goals to reality."

Republicans to force votes on border, energy, IRS and more in first tranche of 'vote-a-rama' amendments

August 6, 2022

Republicans to force votes on border, energy, IRS and more in first tranche of 'vote-a-rama' amendments

Senate Republicans are highlighting vote-a-rama amendments to codify the Title 42 immigration policy, prevent audits on middle class Americans and more.

Elizabeth Warren blasts GOP's 'political gamesmanship' after Dems reportedly ditch COVID tests for key vote

August 6, 2022

Elizabeth Warren blasts GOP's 'political gamesmanship' after Dems reportedly ditch COVID tests for key vote

Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren dismissed claims from Republicans that coronavirus testing has been eased in order to ensure more Democrats can vote on the Inflation Reduction Act.

Rep Owens, Sen Scott introduce legislation to combat COVID learning loss

August 6, 2022

Rep Owens, Sen Scott introduce legislation to combat COVID learning loss

Rep. Burgess Owens and Sen. Tim Scott introduced legislation in the House and Senate to use unspent American Rescue Plan funds to combat COVID learning loss.

Reporter's Notebook: The unseen heroes of Congress

August 6, 2022

Reporter's Notebook: The unseen heroes of Congress

Congressional aides do the behind-the-scenes work at the Capitol, drafting legislation and helping members of Congress as well as the people of their districts

Dems claim wins on climate and prescriptions after parliamentarian reviews social tax and spending bill

August 6, 2022

Dems claim wins on climate and prescriptions after parliamentarian reviews social tax and spending bill

Senate Democrats plan to push ahead with their reconciliation bill after what they said were key favorable rulings from the parliamentarian on Saturday.

Boebert to take shot across GOP leadership's bow in CPAC speech: 'Disappointed too many times'

August 6, 2022

Boebert to take shot across GOP leadership's bow in CPAC speech: 'Disappointed too many times'

Rep. Lauren Boebert is expected to say Saturday that Freedom Caucus members won't tolerate a House speaker who "works with Democrats more than Republicans."

Senate set for marathon 'vote-a-rama' as Democrats rush to pass social spending and tax bill

August 6, 2022

Senate set for marathon 'vote-a-rama' as Democrats rush to pass social spending and tax bill

The Senate is in for a long weekend, likely pulling an all-nighter Saturday into Sunday to pass Democrats' social spending and tax bill before recess.