Congress — Archive
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Democratic Socialists of America Unveils Platform Calling for Senate Abolition, Congressional Control Over Branches of Government
The organization, which has secured multiple primary victories this cycle, released an updated long-term policy vision that would fundamentally restructure the U.S. government.
Fetterman, McCormick Launch Rare Bipartisan Joint Fundraising Committee
Common Ground PA PAC filed with FEC ahead of 2026 midterms and 2028 election cycle, marking an unusual collaboration between Pennsylvania's two senators.
Bipartisan Lawmakers Press Agencies on AI Election Threats
Reps. Gottheimer and Lawler Urge DHS, DOJ to Investigate Chatbot Responses to Voter Questions as 2026 Midterms Approach
Scranton Mayor Cognetti Proposed Tax Hike to Fund DEI Role in Unadopted Budget
The proposed 3% property tax increase would have generated $957,000 for the city, including $25,500 for a diversity officer as she runs for Congress.
Bipartisan Senators Introduce Bill To Expand Federal Aid for Prior Learning Assessments
The Credit for Prior Learning Act would allow students to use federal financial aid to cover costs of tests that grant college credit for job experience and other non-college learning.
McConnell's Extended Hospital Stay Revives Debate Over Lawmaker Health Transparency
The Kentucky senator has been hospitalized for more than three weeks with limited disclosure, while similar absences raise broader questions about transparency in Congress.
House Republican Thomas Massie Suggests Obamacare Could Now Be Labeled 'Trumpcare'
The Kentucky congressman, recently defeated in a primary, criticized his party for failing to repeal the health care law despite controlling both chambers of Congress and the White House.
Federal Agents Execute Search Warrant at Texas Home as Questions Arise Over Law Enforcement Tactics
The Midlothian raid, conducted jointly by FBI and DHS agents in late June, has raised questions about federal oversight of domestic activism.
Platner's Disastrous Candidacy Exposes Rifts That Could Dampen Democrats' Senate Hopes
The failed Senate bid of the Colorado Democrat has revealed internal party fractures over candidate selection and electability ahead of competitive 2026 races.
Rep. Henry Cuellar Returns to Political Spotlight as Brother Martin Faces up to 10 Years in Prison
The Texas Democrat, pardoned by Trump on bribery charges, now confronts his brother's separate federal case involving alleged misuse of county resources for a personal disinfecting business.