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July 14, 2026

'This is not normal': AOC unloads on McConnell's prolonged absence

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez questions whether Mitch McConnell's months-long Senate absence is legal, while GOP senators insist he'll return for key votes.

July 14, 2026

Johnson scores win as conservative rebels end House floor blockade over voter ID bill

House conservatives blocked legislation to pressure Senate action on the SAVE America Act, but Speaker Mike Johnson proposed a deal to end the standoff.

July 14, 2026

'McDonald's changed the course of my life': Congressman sells business he built since his teen years

Chuck Edwards started at McDonald's as a 16-year-old, bought that same restaurant and built a franchise empire across western North Carolina. Now, he's sold his restaurants.

July 14, 2026

Kagan recalls Lindsey Graham's vote that helped seal her Supreme Court confirmation

Supreme Court Justice Elena Kagan recalled the exchange with Sen. Lindsey Graham during her 2010 confirmation hearing that many said sealed her Supreme Court nomination.

July 14, 2026

Supreme Court justices head to Capitol Hill for first congressional appearance since 2019

Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan will testify on a $20.5 million budget increase request, with most of the funding aimed at boosting security.

July 14, 2026

GOP leaders race to end conservative revolt as House floor stays at a standstill

House GOP leaders face a pivotal test as they try to end a conservative revolt that has paralyzed the House floor for nearly a month.

July 14, 2026

MAJORITY LEADER THUNE: Lindsey Graham was the GOP’s glue, binding us together with courage and grace

The Senator Majority Leader reflects on his colleague Lindsey Graham as the glue of the Republican Party who led historic vote-a-rama sessions on the Budget Committee.

July 13, 2026

Trump-backed Daylight Saving Time bill clears key House hurdle

The Sunshine Protection Act cleared a key House hurdle, but opponents warn permanent Daylight Saving Time could disrupt natural circadian rhythms.

July 13, 2026

Trump birthright citizenship fight comes roaring back with ‘invaders’ play after Kavanaugh roadmap

The Citizenship Act uses Wong Kim Ark case exceptions to legislatively end birthright citizenship for children of illegal immigrants and birth tourists.

July 13, 2026

SEN RICK SCOTT: Americans work five days a week, why can’t the Senate?

The SAVE America Act requiring voter ID still hasn't passed the Senate, as Congress works fewer days and critical deadlines on government shutdown loom.