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After 2 Failed Votes, Mike Johnson Unveils New Plan to Extend Key U.S. Spy Powers
The three-year reauthorization bill does not include a warrant requirement for reviewing Americans' communications gathered under Section 702 of FISA.
Defeated Virginia Republicans Regroup for Last-Chance Fight to Save House Majority
Virginia's redistricting battle reaches the state Supreme Court after a circuit judge blocked certification of the 51%-49% referendum that would create a 10-1 Democratic majority in the House delegation.
Fox News Poll: 56% Doubt White House's Competence at Managing Government
Voters give negative marks on economy, inflation; only border security receives positive rating in new survey.
House Committee Schedules Hearing With ActBlue CEO Regina Wallace-Jones
The first-ever congressional testimony comes as three committees investigate security concerns and potential foreign donation vulnerabilities.
House Ethics Committee Faces Credibility Crisis as Republicans Accuse Panel of Protecting Democrats
GOP lawmakers allege the bipartisan oversight body has become politicized, while Democrats defend the committee's independence
Pro-Life Groups Urge Senate to Extend Planned Parenthood Funding Ban Before July Deadline
Coalition of anti-abortion organizations, including Live Action and CatholicVote, has sent a letter to Senate Majority Leader John Thune calling for a 10-year extension of the federal funding prohibition.
Virginia Voters Approve Redistricting Measure, Democrats See Path to Flip Four House Seats
The April election gives Virginia's first Democratic governor in years a major victory in the party's bid to reclaim Congress.
Democrats Expand House Fight Into Redder Territory
In Tennessee's 5th District, Rep. Andy Ogles faces a well-funded Democratic challenger after winning by 13.5 points in 2022.
New House Democrat Analilia Mejia Sworn in to Fill Seat Vacated by Mikie Sherrill
The Sanders-AOC backed progressive won the New Jersey 11th District special election, narrowing the GOP majority to 217-214.
Virginia Voters to Decide on Redistricting Plan That Could Boost Democrats' Seats in Congress
The referendum would ratify a mid-decade redrawing of U.S. House districts, bypassing the state's bipartisan commission as both parties vie for control of the closely divided chamber.