Congress

Obama Criticizes White House: "Decorum Has Been Lost" in Political Rhetoric

The former president cited a specific incident involving a racist trope and the broader decline in political discourse.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, February 15, 2026 · 3 min read
Congress

Schumer Vows to Block GOP Voter ID Push and Rejects DHS Election Role

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer signaled a major legislative showdown with Republicans over nationwide voter identification requirements and federal oversight of elections.

By Diane Park · Sunday, February 15, 2026 · 3 min read
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$114B in Aid: Zelensky Praises Senate Bipartisan Unity at Munich Security Conference

The Ukrainian leader met with lawmakers at the Munich Security Conference amid ongoing debates over military assistance.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, February 15, 2026 · 3 min read
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Senator Blames Minnesota AG for 2 Deaths During ICE Crackdown

Sen. Ron Johnson blamed Keith Ellison for two deaths during ICE protests as tensions erupted at Senate Homeland Security hearing.

By James Callahan · Thursday, February 12, 2026 · 4 min read
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Pritzker Joins Chorus of Dem Governors Boycotting White House Dinner After Snub Ignites 'chaos'

18 Democratic governors, including potential 2028 contenders, will skip the dinner after Trump disinvited Maryland's Moore and Colorado's Polis.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, February 11, 2026 · 4 min read
Congress

Pam Bondi Testifies Before House Judiciary on DOJ Oversight

Attorney General faces first congressional hearing since confirmation, fielding questions on department priorities and Trump-era investigations.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, February 11, 2026 · 3 min read
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Pam Bondi to Face Questions From House Lawmakers About Her Helm of the DOJ

The attorney general's first House testimony comes amid criticism over Epstein file redactions and prosecutions of Trump opponents.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, February 11, 2026 · 3 min read
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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore Excluded From White House Governors Event

The Democratic governor was not invited to a meeting with Republican governors hosted by President Trump.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, February 11, 2026 · 3 min read
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Susan Collins Defends Independent Stance After Criticism From Trump and Democrats

Maine senator says her constituents reward bipartisan approach despite attacks from both parties.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, February 11, 2026 · 3 min read
Congress

White House Makes Counteroffer to Fund Homeland Security as Dems Push Demands

The administration's proposal includes $12 billion for border security while Democrats seek $18 billion for immigration processing.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, February 10, 2026 · 3 min read