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I grew up in DC, with the Capitol a permanent fixture on my horizon. I would look at it as I fell asleep at...
Congress is back home working… And we're sending a summer version of Gavel Down — full of how current events relate to Congressional happenings, as well as...
The nation was struck by tragedy in the early morning hours of June 12, when a gunman in Orlando opened fire in a gay...
The 114th Congress has passed a significant number of major policies into law. With six months left until it officially adjourns at the end of...
As Congress heads home for seven weeks… We bring you a summer version of Gavel Down — full of how current events relate to Congressional...
Congress is "going to conference" on the on annual defense authorization bill: That means House Democrats and Republicans will appoint a few members as "conferees";...
What is a Sanctuary City? A "sanctuary city" is one with policies to shelter immigrants who are in the United States illegally. These practices...
Senate failed to invoke cloture on two immigration measures Two immigration measures sponsored by Republican lawmakers failed to pass procedural hurdles in the Senate in July....
As the U.S. economy recovers from the 2008 crisis, many wonder if the 2010 Dodd-Frank Act will be able to prevent future banking crises while still...
A week full of legislating before departing for seven-week recess… Two bills head to the White House — GMO labeling and opioid addiction and treatment — after...