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House GOP Pushes Back on Senate's 'Skinny' Plan to End Record-Breaking DHS Shutdown
Conservative House Republicans want a broader reconciliation package that includes defense spending and cost-of-living measures, while the Senate wants to keep the funding plan narrow.
Mayor Mamdani Vetoes Bipartisan Antisemitism Bill, Drawing Fire from All Sides
The 30-19 council vote means supporters need just three additional votes to override the mayor's first veto and enact protest buffer zones at schools.
After 2 Failed Votes, Mike Johnson Unveils New Plan to Extend Key U.S. Spy Powers
The three-year reauthorization bill does not include a warrant requirement for reviewing Americans' communications gathered under Section 702 of FISA.
Defeated Virginia Republicans Regroup for Last-Chance Fight to Save House Majority
Virginia's redistricting battle reaches the state Supreme Court after a circuit judge blocked certification of the 51%-49% referendum that would create a 10-1 Democratic majority in the House delegation.
AFPI Launches Investigation Into Virginia Redistricting Vote After Court Blocks Certification
The conservative policy group is seeking records on mail-in ballot handling and alleged classroom political influence as three legal challenges proceed.
GOP Senators Ratchet Up Pressure on Speaker Johnson to Quickly End DHS Shutdown
Senate Republicans say DHS has enough funding for only one more pay period, urging the House to act on a bipartisan funding bill
House Republicans Grumbling About Skinny ICE Funding Package Complicates Its Path
Hard-line conservatives skeptical of separate immigration enforcement bill, doubt broader reconciliation will follow
Pat Fallon Launches Bid for House Oversight Committee Chairman as James Comer's Term Limit Nears
The Texas Republican is the only declared candidate to succeed Comer, citing priorities including COVID-19 spending oversight and combating what he calls foreign-funded protests.
Senate Hopeful Says US Should Be Far More Cooperative with China on Climate Change
Maine Democrat Graham Platner, polling ahead of primary challenger Janet Mills, argues cooperation with Beijing would be more effective than opposition on global challenges.
Fox News Poll: 56% Doubt White House's Competence at Managing Government
Voters give negative marks on economy, inflation; only border security receives positive rating in new survey.