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Donald Trump February 4

Trump doubles down on calls for GOP to 'nationalize' voting as congressional leaders balk

President Donald Trump calls for Republicans to "nationalize" voting in certain areas, defending federal election takeover despite constitutional concerns.

Utah February 4

House Republicans sue to block Utah congressional map that favors Democrats

Utah Republicans challenge court-ordered congressional map in federal lawsuit, arguing judge violated Constitution by bypassing legislature's authority.

National Security February 3

Lawmakers probe National FFA over Chinese Communist Party ties and DEI programs

Lawmakers are demanding answers from Future Farmers of America over Chinese Communist Party-controlled Syngenta partnership, citing serious national security concerns.

Donald Trump February 3

Mike Johnson backs ‘America Is Back!’ message as Trump debuts new hat design

Trump debuts new "America Is Back!" red hat at White House bill signing as Speaker Johnson, R-La., calls slogan "appropriate" for reopening government ceremony.

Congress February 3

These are the 21 House Republicans who held out against Trump, Johnson on $1.2T spending bill

Republicans including Reps. Thomas Massie and Lauren Boebert opposed a $1.2 trillion spending bill on Tuesday, citing concerns over election integrity and DHS funding.

Mitch McConnell February 3

Mitch McConnell hospitalized after experiencing flu-like symptoms over the weekend

Sen. Mitch McConnell was hospitalized Monday night after experiencing flu-like symptoms, his office said, adding his prognosis is positive and he expects to return to Senate duties.

Congress February 3

House Dems clash over Schumer-Trump deal as Jeffries blasts lack of ICE reforms

Democrats led by House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries are clashing with members of their own party over whether to support a funding deal lacking ICE reforms.

Politics February 3

Groundhog Day and Friday the 13th

The government shutdown continues as House Republicans face a razor-thin majority to pass the bill that includes funding for the Pentagon, HUD and transportation programs.

Immigration February 2

DHS Secretary Noem to testify before key House committee amid spotlight on deportation agenda

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem agrees to appear before Congress in March amid scrutiny over two U.S. citizen killings during Minnesota immigration operations.

Congress February 2

Where things stand with the government shutdown and how soon it could end

House Speaker Mike Johnson predicted the government shutdown will end by Tuesday as Democrats oppose funding for the Department of Homeland Security.

Opinion February 2

SEN BERNIE SANDERS: We need to cap credit card interest rates at 10%

Senator Bernie Sanders calls Wall Street credit card practices "usury" as major banks profit from 24% average rates while borrowing at 4% from Fed.