Congress — Archive
Senate, House, committees, and legislative process
DOJ Warns of Criminal Charges for State Election Officials If Noncitizens Vote
The Justice Department sent letters to multiple states warning that officials could face federal prosecution if they fail to prevent noncitizens from casting ballots.
Sen. Gallego Faces Scrutiny After Pulling Support for Two Candidates Facing Allegations
The Arizona Democrat, who has left the door open to a 2028 presidential run, withdrew endorsements from Graham Platner and Eric Swalwell after separate misconduct allegations surfaced.
Democrats' Uphill Climb for Senate Majority Just Got Steeper With Latest Platner Allegation
The Maine Democrat nominee faces calls to quit amid allegations as party scrambles to preserve its path to flipping the seat held by Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
Platner's Three-Day Vetting Job Comes Back to Haunt Dems as Rape Allegation Rocks Senate Bid
A $6,250 background check that took three days failed to surface controversial Reddit posts and allegations now threatening the Maine Democrat's candidacy against Susan Collins.
A Majority of Senate Democrats Say Platner Should Drop Out. Here's Where They All Stand.
Thirty-one of the 47 Democratic senators have publicly called for the Maine candidate to exit the race following sexual assault allegations he denies.
Our Revolution Endorses Troy Jackson for Maine U.S. Senate Race
The Sanders-founded political group backs the former state Senate president as Democrats seek a new nominee after Graham Platner faced scrutiny.
Wisconsin Supreme Court Refuses to Release Voter Records Sought by Conservative Activist
The 4-3 ruling marks the second time this year the court has rebuffed requests for election-related data from a GOP-aligned requester.
Former Officer Describes 'Sniper Pad' at Hearing for Alleged Charlie Kirk Assassin
Christopher Bagley, former Utah Valley University police officer, testified about rooftop evidence as prosecutors seek to put Tyler Robinson on trial for murder.
Georgia Child Welfare Chief Accuses Sen. Ossoff of Using Foster Care Issues for Campaign Credit
DFCS Director Candice Broce says the Democrat has attended hearings and released ads but not delivered additional resources to address system failures.
McConnell Health Emergency Sparks Questions on Whether He Will Return to Senate
The 82-year-old Kentucky Republican has not been seen in the Capitol since the incident, with his office offering limited details about his condition or timeline.