Washington’s two new members of Congress are sworn in
Republican Michael Baumgartner and Democrat Emily Randall became Washington’s newest representatives in Congress on Friday ...
The new Congress, like the last one, is unusually old. So is America.
Exploring the meaning of seniority in all of its American manifestations.
Thune welcomes Trump to drive the GOP agenda in Congress: ‘We need him engaged’
In an interview with the Washington Examiner, Thune touted a “strong” relationship with Trump that starkly contrasted the icy ...
House GOP bills have a shot this Congress, but Senate may not have the time
With a GOP trifecta, 12 House Republican priority bills have a chance to become law. But the Senate will need to block off ...
The Next Congress
We explore the disagreements that could define the new Congress — and potentially derail Donald Trump’s agenda.
Here's what to expect when Congress convenes to certify the presidential vote
Congress is gathering for a joint session to certify the results of the 2024 election, the final step before President-elect ...
Maryland senator to introduce DC statehood bill to Congress
The Maryland senator will take over for former Sen. Tom Carper (D-Del.), whose term ended last Friday. Carper had introduced ...
Rep. Wied says he is 'ready to deliver' in his first term in office | Connect to Congress
Rep. Tony Wied, R-8th District, believes "there's a lot to fix" when Republicans descend on Washington, D.C. with a full ...
Can Washington handle two weeks of high-security pomp along with a heavy burst of snow?
For the first time, the District of Columbia is hosting three so-called National Special Security Events in a two-week span: Monday’s congressional certification of President-elect Donald Trump’s ...
Famed first child Amy Carter back in Washington for late father's service
The only daughter and youngest child of the late 39th president was with family Tuesday, as lawmakers gathered to pay tribute ...
DC statehood bill reintroduced to Congress by DC Rep. Norton and Maryland Sen. Van Hollen
Just as Congress returns to session for the new year, Congresswoman Norton and Senator Van Hollen have introduced a D.C.
How the Electoral Count Reform Act changed Congress' process on Jan. 6
Monday's joint session will be governed by a revised set of procedures that clarify the vice president's role, a change aimed at preventing attempts to overturn election results.