Congress

House Passes Own DHS Bill as Partial Shutdown Hits Week Seven; ‘No Kings’ Rallies Set for Weekend

Both chambers have left Washington for a two-week recess as the Senate-passed DHS funding bill sits unresolved and protesters prepare for third round of demonstrations.

By James Callahan · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 4 min read
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Missouri Republican Sam Graves, Chairing House Transportation Committee, Won't Seek Reelection

The 13-term congressman announced his retirement Friday, becoming the 58th House member to step down amid a wave of retirements ahead of midterm elections.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 3 min read
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Graham Platner's Maine Senate Campaign Turns to Trivia Nights and Happy Hours to Build Momentum

The Democratic primary challenger is hosting town halls, brewery events and trivia games to take on Gov. Janet Mills and ultimately face Sen. Susan Collins.

By James Callahan · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 3 min read
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Manhattan Prosecutor Investigating Sexual Misconduct Allegations Against Congressman Eric Swalwell

Four women have accused the California Democrat of misconduct ranging from sexual harassment to rape, including an alleged incident in New York.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 3 min read
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Swalwell's 2020 Presidential Bid Resurfaces After Congressman Resigns Amid Scandal

The California Democrat's short-lived White House campaign lasted three months in 2019, qualifying for the first Democratic debate before polling below 1%.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 3 min read
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Democratic Michigan Senate Candidate Caught on Video Asking Aide to Separate Conservative Media From Press Pool

Abdul El-Sayed referred to Fox News and Free Beacon reporters as 'bogeys' during livestream with controversial podcaster Hasan Piker

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 3 min read
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Minnesota Republicans Say Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan Would Be Easier Opponent in Open Senate Race

GOP leaders are betting on a primary matchup between their candidate and the Democratic frontrunner they describe as the more radical option.

By James Callahan · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 3 min read
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Ethics Watchdog Files Complaint Accusing Eric Swalwell of Using House Office to Promote Startup

The Foundation for Accountability and Civic Trust alleges the former congressman leveraged his congressional position to pitch Findraiser, an AI political fundraising tool, to colleagues.

By Diane Park · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 3 min read
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AFPI Launches Investigation Into Virginia Redistricting Vote After Court Blocks Certification

The conservative policy group is seeking records on mail-in ballot handling and alleged classroom political influence as three legal challenges proceed.

By Diane Park · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 3 min read
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GOP Senators Ratchet Up Pressure on Speaker Johnson to Quickly End DHS Shutdown

Senate Republicans say DHS has enough funding for only one more pay period, urging the House to act on a bipartisan funding bill

By James Callahan · Friday, February 6, 2026 · 3 min read