United States Congress News & Breaking Stories

Rep. Rashida Tlaib faces backlash for defending chants calling for genocide against Jewish people, sparking controversy and condemnation.

Ady Barkan, a California health care activist who went viral for a 2017 plane conversation with former Sen. Jeff Flake, has died of ALS.

Rep. George Santos survives a vote to expel him from the House as Republicans and some Democrats withhold punishment pending his trial and ethics investigation.

Suspect in Maine shooting spree found dead by suicide, causing local politicians to call for a ban on assault rifles.

Republican critics lash out at Democratic U.S. Rep. Jared Golden for changing his position on a proposed assault weapons ban after 19 people were killed by a gunman in Lewiston.

George Santos pleads not guilty to new charges, trial set for September 2024. Prosecutors request a speedy trial.

Lawmakers in the United States have introduced two Senate bills to address child labor violations, while a third bill aims to protect unaccompanied migrant children. The bills include measures to increase reporting requirements, disclose labor infractions, and penalize companies that violate child labor laws. The legislation follows a significant increase in child labor cases in the US.

At least 16 people were killed and dozens more injured in a shooting at a bowling alley and bar in Lewiston, Maine. The suspect remains at large.

Republicans elect Rep. Mike Johnson as House speaker, ending weeks of political chaos and ready to get to work.

"Putin's global aims and alliances pose a threat to the West, especially if attention is diverted from Ukraine. Imposing costs on Moscow is crucial."

Argentina's economic minister, Mr. Massa, won the first round of the presidential election, defeating firebrand economist Mr. Milei.

Electing Liz Cheney as Speaker of the House would bring stability, isolate extremists, and allow for bipartisan cooperation.

President Joe Biden will deliver a prime-time address to rally support for his approach to conflicts in Israel and Ukraine. The speech aims to galvanize public opinion and pressure lawmakers to provide funding for the wars.

US Navy ship intercepts missiles and drones fired by Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, possibly towards Israel. No casualties reported.

A State Department official resigned after Biden pledged $100 billion in aid to Israel, expressing disapproval over US military support.

Republican Jim Jordan faces opposition within his own party in his bid to become Speaker, causing difficulties in passing bills and approving White House requests.

Firebrand Republican Rep. Jim Jordan loses support from more GOP colleagues as he fails to become House speaker.

House Democrats rally behind Representative Hakeem Jeffries as their pick for speaker, despite him failing to reach the majority threshold.

Ohio Congressman Jim Jordan is confident he will secure the necessary votes to be elected speaker of the House, despite facing opposition from some members of his own party. Jordan, a polarizing figure in American politics, will need the backing of nearly all 221 GOP lawmakers in order to hold the highest office in Congress. Multiple votes may be held to elect a speaker, as happened in January when Kevin McCarthy won after 15 ballots. Jordan and his allies are pressing House GOP members to vote for him, arguing that the chamber needs a speaker to begin moving legislation again.

Israel vows to maintain its siege on Gaza until hostages are released, causing a growing humanitarian crisis in the region.

House Republicans have nominated Rep. Steve Scalise to be the next House speaker, but deep divisions within the party have delayed the election process. Scalise narrowly beat Rep. Jim Jordan in a private ballot, but it remains uncertain whether lawmakers who supported Jordan will back Scalise in a full House vote. The GOP majority is divided, and Democrats are expected to oppose the Republican nominee.

Republicans struggle to unite and elect Rep. Steve Scalise as the next House speaker following the removal of Rep. Kevin McCarthy.

Former Vice President Mike Pence criticizes President Biden's decision to continue construction on the border wall, calling it "too little too late."

Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) confirms his run for Speaker of the House, potentially attracting support from hardline conservatives.

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise could be in line for the top job in Congress's lower chamber after Speaker Kevin McCarthy was ousted.

Former President Jimmy Carter celebrated his 99th birthday with his family in Plains, Georgia, breaking his routine of watching church services online. The celebration took place in the same house where the Carters lived before he was first elected to the Georgia Senate in 1962.

Colorado Governor Jared Polis has signed an executive order directing the state's parks to remain open in the event of a government shutdown. Polis joins leaders in Utah and Arizona who have also pledged to keep national parks open amid a likely shutdown. The move comes as the closure of national parks and federal lands would harm state and local economies, small businesses, and park employees.

Late senator Dianne Feinstein, who died at 90, was hailed as the biggest champion of Lake Tahoe, securing over half a billion dollars to protect its environment. Her efforts brought Tahoe's environmental threats to the national spotlight, making the lake a symbol of environmental protection. Feinstein spearheaded the 1997 Lake Tahoe Presidential Summit and played a key role in passing the Lake Tahoe Restoration Act. Her dedication to Tahoe included personal involvement and fundraising efforts. Her bipartisan approach and respect from colleagues ensured the lake's protection remained a nonpartisan issue.

The federal government is on the brink of a shutdown as Congress has not passed any spending bills. A bipartisan deal is needed to keep it open.

Colorado Governor Jared Polis has vowed to keep national parks open during the looming government shutdown. Polis signed an executive order directing the Colorado Department of Natural Resources and Colorado Parks and Wildlife to come up with a plan to keep the parks open. This follows similar efforts in Utah and Arizona to keep national parks running amid a likely government shutdown. The closure of national parks and federal lands would have a significant negative impact on state and local economies, small businesses, and park employees.

President Biden criticizes Senator Tommy Tuberville as an extremist, accusing him of obstructing military nominations and being uninformed.

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene proposes cutting Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's salary to $1, but the proposal is unlikely to pass.

Former UN ambassador Nikki Haley and Senator Tim Scott engaged in a heated argument over expensive curtains during a Republican presidential debate.

Authorities are searching for a 32-year-old man wanted in connection with the murder of a tech CEO in Baltimore. The suspect, Jason Billingsley, has a violent criminal history and was released early on parole. Police are urging him to turn himself in.

US Government Shutdown Looms as Congress Races to Pass Budget; Social Security Payments Unaffected, but New Applications for Social Security Cards Will Be Impacted.

Government shutdown fears loom as Congress and Senate struggle to agree on federal budget, potentially impacting non-essential agencies and services.

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is cautiously optimistic about advancing appropriations bills and a temporary stopgap measure to avoid a government shutdown.

Former Trump administration aide Cassidy Hutchsinson claims she had to leave Washington after testifying against Donald Trump and his allies in the January 6 investigation. In an upcoming memoir, she alleges that Trump refused to wear a mask due to concerns about his orange bronzer staining the straps. Hutchsinson also accuses Rudy Giuliani of sexually assaulting her on January 6, a claim he denies. Her book, titled "Enough," is set to be released in September and contains other shocking revelations.

Senator Bob Menendez vows to fight new federal corruption charges against him, adopting a defiant stance similar to his previous trial.

The possibility of a government shutdown is looming large, after Republican leadership scrapped a procedural vote on a stopgap funding bill to keep the government running through October. Intraparty feuding between moderates and the hard-right lies at the heart of the GOP's inability to reach a compromise and highlights the challenge before House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.).

Attorney General Merrick Garland defended the Department of Justice's work in cases involving Hunter Biden and Donald Trump.

Vivek Ramaswamy, a potential GOP candidate for the 2024 presidential election, discusses his plans to reorganize the federal workforce.

Thieves in Spain are stealing olive oil after a heatwave caused prices to rise, leading to a surge in thefts.

Maui firefighters recount the devastating battle against the Lahaina blaze, the FDA rejects a needle-free alternative to EpiPens, and olive oil prices lead to thefts.

Conservative lawmakers proposed a bill to fund the government through October 31, but the Senate and some House lawmakers aren't onboard. A government shutdown could happen in 13 days.

Social media users speculate that the CCTV footage of Rep. Lauren Boebert vaping and touching her male companion was a setup to harm her reputation.

Democratic U.S. Representative Jennifer Wexton of Virginia will not seek re-election after being diagnosed with a rare neurological disorder.

Video of Congresswoman Lauren Boebert's disrespectful actions at a Denver show highlights her disregard for others, making her a target of mockery.

The Department of Justice blocked FBI agent Elvis Chan from testifying before Congress on his role in suppressing the Hunter Biden laptop story.

Congresswoman Lauren Boebert was kicked out of a Denver musical play after audience members accused her of vaping and causing a disturbance.