Congress

Democratic Michigan Senate Candidate Caught on Video Asking Aide to Separate Conservative Media From Press Pool

Abdul El-Sayed referred to Fox News and Free Beacon reporters as 'bogeys' during livestream with controversial podcaster Hasan Piker

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, April 15, 2026 · 3 min read
Congress

House Democrats Address Swalwell Resignation as FISA Vote Looms

Democratic leaders hold press conference a day after Rep. Eric Swalwell stepped down amid misconduct allegations, with House set to vote on FISA reauthorization.

By James Callahan · Wednesday, April 15, 2026 · 3 min read
Congress

Former Congresswoman Jackie Speier Discusses Sexual Harassment in the House Following #MeToo

The California Democrat, who served two decades in Congress, reflects on changes to Capitol Hill workplace policies since the movement began.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, April 14, 2026 · 3 min read
Congress

Growing Number of House Members Say Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales Should Resign or Be Expelled

Bipartisan group of lawmakers say they will vote to expel both congressmen following sexual misconduct allegations, with some colleagues calling on them to step down immediately.

By Marcus Webb · Monday, April 13, 2026 · 4 min read
Congress

Swalwell Furor Engulfs Others Accused of Wrongdoing, Threatening to Upend House

Bipartisan calls emerge to expel four members facing ethics investigations, setting up potential floor votes that could reshape the chamber.

By James Callahan · Monday, April 13, 2026 · 4 min read
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Senate Returns From Recess to Consider Judicial Nominee After Iran Talks Come Up Short

The confirmation hearing follows the collapse of weekend ceasefire negotiations with Iran and comes as the U.S. military prepares to implement a naval blockade.

By Eleanor Cross · Monday, April 13, 2026 · 3 min read
Congress

Conservative Group Launches $5M Ad Blitz Pressuring Senate on Voter ID as GOP Eyes SAVE America Act Push

Restoration of America begins nationwide campaign amid Senate Republican plans to use reconciliation to advance election integrity legislation by June 1.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, April 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Congress

Fraud Accusations Fly as Hungarians Vote in Contentious Election

Prime Minister Viktor Orbán faces unprecedented challenge to his 16-year rule as opposition leader Péter Magyar and his Tisza party lead in pre-election polls.

By James Callahan · Sunday, April 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Congress

Jayapal Says She Will Vote to Expel Swalwell, Gonzalez From Congress

The Congressional Progressive Caucus chair called the expulsion vote a bipartisan matter, while Rep. Byron Donalds said both Democrats should 'go home.'

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, April 12, 2026 · 3 min read
Congress

Bipartisan Calls Mount for Swalwell's Resignation or Expulsion Amid Misconduct Allegations

House Democrats join Republicans in urging the California congressman to step down as Manhattan prosecutors launch criminal investigation into assault allegations.

By Diane Park · Sunday, April 12, 2026 · 4 min read