Category: Congress News
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Appeals Court Rules D.C. Jurors Can Be Fair in Jan. 6 Trials
Many of the more than 150 Jan. 6 defendants who have gone to trial have argued for a change of venue on the basis of political bias of the jury pool [...]
Trump Endorses Rep. Bob Good’s Primary Challenger in Heated Virginia Race
Former President Donald Trump signs hats after speaking at a campaign event at Crotona Park in the Bronx borough of New York, on May 23, 2024. | Jam [...]
Defense spending measure would bar Chinese lidar in U.S. military systems
U.S. Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY) speaks during a press conference with House Republicans at the Capitol in Washington, U.S., May 7, 2024. REUTERS/ [...]
Conservative Activist’s Son Sentenced to Nearly 4 Years for Capitol Riot Involvement
More than 1,350 people have been charged with federal crimes related to the Capitol riot. Over 850 of them have been sentenced. | Julio Cortez/AP
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Bob Menendez: Caught Between Courtroom and Capitol
Sen. Bob Menendez's absence in Washington this week while his trial continues is making it harder to avoid the glaring spectacle of a sitting senator [...]
US Congress Passes Bill Providing $26.3 Billion in Support for Israel Amid Tensions
The Biden administration is weighing selling Israel up to 50 new F-15 fighter jets, for $18 billion, as well as other weapons. | Senior Airman Sophia [...]
Bernie Sanders and Angus King Seek Reelection Amid Age Concerns
“I would not have run if I did not feel that I had the strength, energy, and ability to give 100 percent to the job," said 82-year-old Sen. Bernie Sa [...]
Sen. Chris Murphy Weighs in on Biden’s Handling of Israel-Gaza Crisis
The White House is seen past pro-Palestinian demonstrators as they march through the streets Jan. 13, 2024. | Samuel Corum/Getty Images
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Sen. Van Hollen Challenges Clinton’s Remarks on Pro-Palestinian Protests
“But I believe that the great majority of the students are protesting, are following very closely what's happening in Gaza. They see what's a very hi [...]
GOP Considers Tougher Penalties for Rebels After Greene’s Leadership Challenge
An illustration featuring grayscale photos of House Speaker Mike Johnson and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene in front of red circles
In the wake of Re [...]