Congress - Page 64

October 22

Merkley nearly breaks Booker's filibuster record, wins his praise for fighting 'Trump's authoritarian tactics'

Democrats and Republicans remain gridlocked over federal funding, and Sen. Jeff Merkley's marathon speech delayed consideration of a government shutdown resolution.

October 22

White House slams Jeffries' dismissal of bill to pay troops as government shutdown enters day 22

The White House slammed Rep. Hakeem Jeffries after he criticized the Shutdown Fairness Act as not addressing the "issues that need to be confronted."

October 22

Is Congress stopping millions from saving $4,600 on cheaper health insurance plans?

Catastrophic health insurance plans cost half of regular Obamacare premiums but remain illegal for most Americans due to 42 U.S. Code 18022(e)(2) provision.

October 22

Government enters longest full shutdown in US history with no end in sight

The ongoing government shutdown is breaking milestones as Democrats and Republicans are still far apart on federal spending.

October 21

Racist text scandal sinks Trump nominee for government watchdog post

Paul Ingrassia said he was removing himself from consideration to head the Office of Special Counsel amid reports of text messages containing racist language.

October 21

Dem pressure builds for answers on Trump’s Caribbean strikes, commander's sudden exit

Democrats demand answers from President Donald Trump about military strikes on alleged drug boats in the Caribbean amid growing concerns over legality.

October 21

Dem Rep Mikie Sherrill skips 145 House votes as NJ governor's race heats up

New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Rep. Mikie Sherrill leads Republican Jack Ciattarelli by just four points, despite missing most House votes.

October 21

State Department blasts Dems over shutdown, says national security at risk amid Senate battle

The State Department issued a warning that the government shutdown will "impact U.S. foreign policy."

October 21

SCOOP: Trump-backed former Navy SEAL launches GOP primary challenge against Massie

Ed Gallrein, a longtime Navy SEAL and Kentucky farmer, announces GOP primary challenge against Rep. Thomas Massie in the state's 4th Congressional District.

October 20

Trump returns to DC as dim outlook lingers, no end in sight for shutdown

President Donald Trump blames Democrats for the federal government shutdown entering its third week, as the political stalemate continues over healthcare subsidies.