Congress

Florida Senate, House Panels Advance DeSantis Redistricting Proposal

The proposed map would shift Florida's 28-seat congressional delegation from a 20R-8D split to a 24R-4R advantage.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 3 min read
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Man Who Went Viral for Staying Seated, Eating During White House Dinner Chaos Speaks Out

Michael Glantz, an agent at Creative Artists Agency, explained his calm demeanor during the evacuation of President Trump and officials from the WHCA dinner.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, April 29, 2026 · 3 min read
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Come and Make The Ask: Talarico Faces Test With Black Voters In Texas Senate Race

The Democratic nominee has begun visiting Black churches and block-walking in majority-Black cities, but frustration remains among some congregants at Friendship-West Baptist Church who have yet to hear from him directly.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 4 min read
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Meet the Woman Steering Biden's Bipartisan Winning Streak on Capitol Hill

Louisa Terrell, director of the White House Office of Legislative Affairs, brokered deals on infrastructure, gun safety and same-sex marriage during historically tight majorities.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 5 min read
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Supreme Court Upholds Convictions of Ex-Ohio House Speaker, Lobbyist in $60M Bribery Scheme

Larry Householder will now return to seeking a presidential pardon after exhausting his final legal appeal.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 4 min read
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Tom Kean Jr.'s Prolonged Absence Puts Pressure on House Republicans' Razor-Thin Majority

The New Jersey Republican has missed 50 consecutive roll call votes since March, leaving GOP leaders with limited margin for must-pass legislation.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · 4 min read
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Carter, Collins Trade Barbs in Georgia Senate GOP Primary Debate

The two congressmen clashed over ethics allegations and personal attacks while Dooley stayed above the fray one day before early voting begins.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, April 27, 2026 · 4 min read
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House Republican Calls for Congress to Take 'Better Steps' to Address Security After WHCA Gala Shooting

Rep. Abe Hamadeh (R-Ariz.) described his experience evacuating during Saturday's incident and called for legislative action on lawmaker protection measures.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, April 26, 2026 · 3 min read
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Talarico Needs Crockett’s Black Voters. They Aren’t All Convinced.

The Democratic Senate nominee faces skepticism from voters who supported Rep. Jasmine Crockett in the Texas primary, with some saying he hasn't done enough to earn their support.

By James Callahan · Sunday, April 26, 2026 · 3 min read
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Hakeem Jeffries Faces Unscripted Question from Child Reporter about Democratic Party Perception

The exchange during Take Your Child to Work Day on Capitol Hill highlighted broader voter dissatisfaction challenges facing Democrats heading into the 2026 election cycle.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, April 25, 2026 · 3 min read