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Democrats Slam, Republicans Defend Vought During Testy House Hearing
OMB director faced questions on Trump administration budget proposals, with Democrats attacking the One Big Beautiful Bill Act while Republicans praised its tax cuts.
White House Probes Pattern of Missing Scientists, Retired General Linked to Classified Research
Ten cases involving researchers tied to U.S. military and defense programs have drawn attention, with Trump saying officials will know more within the next week and a half.
Health Secretary RFK Jr. Testifies About HHS Priorities at House Hearing
Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appears before the House Ways and Means Committee to outline his agency's agenda, marking his first major congressional appearance since confirmation.
Capitol Police Union Plans No Confidence Vote Against House Side Leaders
The April 22 vote follows complaints of officers working six-day weeks and double shifts amid staffing shortages.
House Democrats File Five Impeachment Articles Against Defense Secretary Hegseth
The resolution accuses Hegseth of war crimes in the Iran conflict, abuse of power and mishandling classified information, with eight Democrats co-sponsoring the long-shot measure.
White House Ramps Up Pressure to Pass Crypto Bill as Congress Returns
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and other administration officials are pushing for market structure legislation as the window for passage narrows.
House Democrats Address Swalwell Resignation as FISA Vote Looms
Democratic leaders hold press conference a day after Rep. Eric Swalwell stepped down amid misconduct allegations, with House set to vote on FISA reauthorization.
Former Congresswoman Jackie Speier Discusses Sexual Harassment in the House Following #MeToo
The California Democrat, who served two decades in Congress, reflects on changes to Capitol Hill workplace policies since the movement began.
Growing Number of House Members Say Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales Should Resign or Be Expelled
Bipartisan group of lawmakers say they will vote to expel both congressmen following sexual misconduct allegations, with some colleagues calling on them to step down immediately.
Swalwell Furor Engulfs Others Accused of Wrongdoing, Threatening to Upend House
Bipartisan calls emerge to expel four members facing ethics investigations, setting up potential floor votes that could reshape the chamber.