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Congress kicks AI fight down the road as lawmakers demand action

The debate over how to regulate artificial intelligence is being pushed past the November midterms, frustrating some lawmakers who warn that Congress...

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Lawmakers seek bipartisan path on paid leave, newborn tax credits

Both Republicans and Democrats argued Thursday that Congress still has work to do to support American families, pointing to expanded paid family leave...

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Farm state Republicans feel the pressure from rising diesel prices

Farm state Republicans are increasingly pressing the Trump administration and Congress to take action to bring down diesel prices, underscoring how...

23.09.2026 4

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Hinson calls on House to return 'immediately' to tackle diesel prices

Rep. Ashley Hinson, the GOP's Iowa Senate candidate, called for the House to come back to session “immediately” to tackle soaring diesel prices...

23.09.2026 7

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Majority of voters say country is on wrong track, favor Democrats in 2026: Poll

A new survey found that a majority of Americans believe the country is on the wrong track and that more Americans would vote for a Democratic...

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Republicans walk a Trump tightrope heading into midterms

Republicans are increasingly putting daylight between themselves and President Trump as November’s elections draw closer, highlighting the political...

22.09.2026 10

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House Republican signals opposition to using military funds for Trump’s arch

Rep. Mike Simpson (R-Idaho), a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, said Monday that he thinks Pentagon funding should not be used...

21.09.2026 10

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This week on the Hill: Senate eyes final passage on college sports bill

With the House out of session for the final two weeks of September, the legislative spotlight is squarely on the Senate, where lawmakers face a packed...

20.09.2026 10

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GOP faces reality check as they try to hold onto House majority

Republicans are heading into the final stretch of the midterm race recognizing a blunt message: Voters are frustrated, and acknowledging those...

18.09.2026 20

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House passes Iran war powers resolution

The House on Tuesday passed a Democratic-backed war powers resolution that would limit President Trump’s military actions in Iran. The lower chamber...

15.09.2026 6

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Massie launches effort to impeach Hegseth

Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) on Tuesday launched an effort to impeach Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, citing the Pentagon’s military actions...

15.09.2026 7

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Democrats urge RFK Jr. to scrap proposed Head Start overhaul

Democrats are pressing Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to scrap a proposed overhaul of the Head Start program, warning...

15.09.2026 8

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This Week on The Hill: Congress returns to a packed agenda

The Senate returns this week to a packed agenda, with lawmakers facing a trio of unfinished priorities: crypto legislation, the farm bill and the...

13.09.2026 3

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House to take up Russia sanctions bill next week

The House is set to take up legislation next week aimed at imposing tougher sanctions on Russia, after the measure cleared the Senate with...

11.09.2026 10

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House Republicans back Max Miller reelection, but keep their distance

Many House Republicans are backing Rep. Max Miller’s (R-Ohio) bid for reelection — but they’re also keeping their distance. Those Republicans...

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House GOP leaders use convention speeches to take aim at 'crazy communists'

House Republican leaders are sharpening their attacks on Democratic progressives and socialists as the party looks to hold its narrow majority, using...

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This week on the Hill: House aims to pass measure to avert shutdown ahead of midterms

The House is back in session this week after a monthlong August recess, with lawmakers aiming to avert a government shutdown before funding expires...

30.08.2026 10

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GOP faces jam-packed September with funding, reconciliation on agenda

Republicans in both chambers are staring down a September sprint after returning from August recess, with a jam-packed legislative agenda and little...

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Rep. Al Green files articles of impeachment against Trump again

Rep. Al Green (D-Texas) introduced articles of impeachment against President Trump on Monday, reviving his push to remove the president from office as...

24.08.2026 10

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Pressure mounts on Ethics Committee to speed up misconduct probes as midterms loom

Democrats and Republicans are pressing the House Ethics Committee to move more quickly on investigations involving allegations of sexual misconduct or...

23.08.2026 9

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This week on the Hill: Georgia, South Carolina special elections draw focus

Lawmakers are fanning out across their districts and states for fundraisers, local events and campaign stops as the midterm elections heat up, while...

23.08.2026 10

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Bipartisan women call on Ethics panel to speed up Gomez probe ahead of midterms

Female lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are calling for the House Ethics Committee to speed up its investigation into sexual misconduct...

20.08.2026 10

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Young Democrats eye Congress with affordability at the top of their agenda

A new generation of young progressive Democrats could enter Congress next year with a deeply personal connection to the economic issues at the center...

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Jimmy Gomez accused of sexual harassment by House Ethics witness

Two attorneys said Wednesday their client told the House Ethics Committee that Rep. Jimmy Gomez (D-Calif.) sexually harassed and assaulted her. The...

19.08.2026 10

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Swalwell admits to 'physical relations' with Chinese spy in newly released documents

Former Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) told FBI investigators that he had physical relations with a suspected Chinese spy, according to newly...

18.08.2026 10

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This week on The Hill: Florida governor’s race, embattled lawmakers to take spotlight

With Congress out of session for the August recess, lawmakers are fanning out across their districts and states to campaign and meet with constituents...

16.08.2026 10

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GOP targets progressives as frustration over economy grows

Republicans are increasingly training their fire on democratic socialists and Democratic Party’s progressive wing as they search for a winning...

14.08.2026 10

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Democrats’ progressive surge could complicate Jeffries’s path to unity

Democrats’ string of left-wing primary wins is giving the party’s progressive flank a burst of momentum — and potentially handing House Minority...

12.08.2026 20

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Cook Political Report shifts Max Miller seat to toss-up

The nonpartisan Cook Political Report shifted Rep. Max Miller’s (R-Ohio) seat from “Likely Republican” to “Toss Up” on Monday, underscoring...

10.08.2026 10

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This week on the Hill: Minnesota, Wisconsin to hold key primary races

With Congress out for August recess, attention is shifting away from Capitol Hill and onto the campaign trail as voters head to the polls in a number...

09.08.2026 10

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Abuse, harassment allegations threaten to derail Republicans’ midterm message

House Republicans are confronting an unwelcome political headache as a string of abuse or harassment allegations involving several GOP lawmakers...

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Ohio GOP senator says Miller 'unfit for public office' if 'guilty of domestic violence'

Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) on Thursday said Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) would be “unfit for public office” if the allegations of domestic violence...

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Republicans stand behind Trump on Iran even as unpopularity of conflict grows

Republicans are largely standing behind President Trump’s handling of the Iran conflict, even as the prolonged military campaign threatens to become...

05.08.2026 10

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Defiant Max Miller insists he'll stay in the race, denies allegations of domestic violence and drug use

Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) on Tuesday forcefully denied allegations of domestic violence and addressed claims of illegal drug use in a defiant CNN...

04.08.2026 10

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Max Miller says he will ask House Ethics panel to investigate domestic abuse allegations against him

Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) on Tuesday said he will file paperwork to have the House Ethics Committee investigate him as he faces increasing pressure to...

04.08.2026 10

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This week on the Hill: Thune faces jam-packed week before senators leave for recess

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) is staring down one of his busiest weeks of the year as Republicans race to wrap up a lengthy to-do list...

02.08.2026 10

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Democratic Women’s Caucus calls for House Ethics Committee to investigate Rep. Max Miller

The Democratic Women’s Caucus on Thursday called for the House Ethics Committee to investigate Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) over allegations of domestic...

30.07.2026 10

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GIFFORDS calls on Max Miller to resign over domestic abuse allegations

GIFFORDS, a gun violence prevention advocacy group founded by former Rep. Gabby Giffords (D-Ariz.), called for Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) to resign...

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Lawmakers eye reforms as sexual misconduct allegations, relationship revelations shake Capitol Hill

Capitol Hill may be headed for another reckoning as sexual misconduct allegations against lawmakers — coupled with new revelations of consensual...

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House Ethics Committee says it is investigating Texas Republican

The House Ethics Conmmittee announced Monday that it is investigating Rep. Lance Gooden (R-Texas), though it did not disclose the nature of the probe....

27.07.2026 10

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This week on the Hill: Senate faces a packed to-do list

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) faces a packed legislative agenda this week and growing pressure to advance a slate of high-stakes GOP...

26.07.2026 10

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House GOP presses Senate to act on reconciliation 3.0 framework as Thune hits pause

House Republicans are urging the Senate to move aggressively on the reconciliation framework they passed Wednesday, which tees up the party’s likely...

24.07.2026 30

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Four Republicans help House Democrats pass Iran war powers resolution

The House on Thursday passed a Democratic-backed war powers resolution aimed at limiting President Trump’s military action in Iran. The lower...

23.07.2026 20

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House rejects amendment banning transgender individuals from serving in military

The House on Tuesday rejected an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that would codify President Trump's executive order...

21.07.2026 10

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House passes stopgap measure to fund federal government

The House on Tuesday passed a stopgap measure that would fund federal agencies at existing levels through Dec. 4, in an effort to avert a potential...

21.07.2026 10

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House overcomes key hurdle on reconciliation framework, CR and other measures

Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) cleared the first major hurdle of his packed legislative agenda Tuesday, when House Republicans passed a rule setting up...

21.07.2026 20

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House overcomes key hurdle on reconciliation framework, CR and other measures

Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) cleared the first major hurdle of his packed legislative agenda Tuesday, when House Republicans passed a rule setting up...

21.07.2026 20

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GOP seeks to avoid, for once, the shutdown trap

House GOP leaders are racing to pass a stopgap funding measure, seeking to avoid the kind of government shutdown that has brought them pain in the...

21.07.2026 20

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This week on the Hill: House eyes week jam-packed with major bills

House lawmakers face a packed legislative agenda this week before departing for the monthlong August recess, with GOP leaders aiming to advance a...

19.07.2026 10

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House GOP leaders unveil stopgap funding bill ahead of expected vote next week

House Republican leaders are preparing to bring a stopgap measure that would keep federal agencies funded through Dec. 4 to the floor next week ,...

17.07.2026 20

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