Congress
Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul is First Republican to Criticize Trump's Military Day Parade: 'I Wouldn't Have Done It'
Sen. Rand Paul criticized Trump's upcoming military day parade, which is set to be met with protests across the country
GOP Senator Declares Having a Federal Minimum Wage 'Doesn't Make Any Sense'
Senator Kevin Cramer (R-ND) decried efforts to raise the federal minimum wage, questioning whether a nationwide wage floor should exist at all.
Top Republican Rep. Says He Will Resign From Congress In The Middle Of His Term Due To 'Opportunity In The Private Sector'
Republican Rep. Mark Green, the chair of the Homeland Security Committee, said he will resign from Congress midway through his term due to an "opportunity in the private sector"
New York Congressman Brands Marjorie Taylor Greene 'Incompetent and Unqualified' After She Revealed She Didn't Read 'Big Beautiful Bill'
Rep. Dan Goldman slammed Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene as "incompetent and unqualified" after she publicly admitted that she didn't read the entire budget bill.
Republican Lawmakers Terrified at Possibly Upsetting Elon Musk Following His Rage Against Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill': Report
As Elon Musk publicly rails against Trump's big, beautiful bill, Republicans find themselves in a difficult position as they're pulled in different directions.
Texas AG And MAGA Ally Ken Paxton Holds Comfortable Lead Over Sen. John Cornyn in Primary Challenge: Poll
Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) is trailing behind Texas AG Ken Paxton by 22 points in one of the country's most-watched primary races, a new poll suggests.
Health Struggles and Staff Exodus: Sen. John Fetterman's Time in Congress May Be Coming to an End
As Penn. Sen. John Fetterman continues to be under the spotlight over alleged mental health struggles and willingness to engage with the GOP, the party reportedly hopes his time in the Senate has an expiration date.
Elon Musk 'Wasn't Helpful' in His Criticism of Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill', Republican Lawmaker Says
A Republican Representative has called billionaire Elon Musk's sentiments towards the GOP spending bill "unhelpful", further stating that Musk's criticism was "disappointing" for the party.
Elon Musk Slams Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' After Leaving The Administration: 'A Disgusting Abomination'
Elon Musk slammed Donald Trump's spending and tax cut bill, saying it will "burden" the country "with crushingly unsustainable debt"
Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Legalize Undocumented Farmworkers, Reform Key Visa Program: 'Food Security is National Security'
A bipartisan proposal that aims to address critical labor shortages in the U.S. agricultural sector by regularizing workers is making its way through Washington
Another Dem Rep. Throws Hat In The Ring To Become The Next Ranking Member of Key Oversight Committee
Democratic Rep. Robert Garcia is the latest lawmaker to announce his intention to become the next ranking member of the House Oversight Committee
GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham Set To Face Challenge From South Carolina Pediatrician in 2026 Elections
A South Carolina pediatrician has announced she will challenge Sen. Lindsey Graham in next year's midterm elections.
GOP Senator Insists Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' Will 'Mortgage Our Children's Future': 'It Has to Stop'
A Republican Senator recently established himself as a strong opponent to Donald Trump's "Big, Beautiful" spending bill, a comprehensive legislative Act which is inclusive of tax cuts, spending reforms, and policy changes.
Lawmakers Are Looking For Ways to Flee 'Dysfunctional' Congress, Reporter Claims: 'Very Not-Fun Place to Work These Days'
Members of Congress are reportedly attempting to enter other political offices in order to avoid working in Washington D.C. due to the Trump administration.
Sen. Fetterman Says He's Now Showing Up For Congress Duty Because 'People In The Media Have Weaponized' His Absenteeism
John Fetterman has been attending hearings and votes he had been skipping after scrutiny over his mental health intensified in the past weeks
'What Comes Around Goes Around': Democrats Warning Message to GOP As Thune Seeks To Overturn California's EV Mandate
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is warning the GOP against taking a "nuclear option" that would overturn California's EV mandate and overturn Parliamentarian rule.
Nancy Mace's Former Political Advisor Accuses Her of Showing Nudes in Congress to Extort Property Out of Her Ex-Fiancé
A former political strategist for Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) has accused the congressman of using explicit images to extort property from her ex-fiancé.
Attendees At Trump's Memecoin Dinner Say They Were Ready To Influence U.S. Financial Regulations
Trump held a private gala with over 200 of the highest-paying customers of his personal cryptocurrency, some of who said they were looking forward to influencing the president on policy
Jasmine Crockett Laughs After GOP Lawmaker Asks If Migrants Are Entitled to Due Process: 'I Would Like to Submit the Constitution'
Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett and GOP Rep. Kevin Kiley clashed over whether migrants who enter the US illegally are entitled to due process.
Marco Rubio Dodges Question If Putin Is a 'War Criminal': 'It's Not a Simple Answer'
Secretary of State Marco Rubio refused to provide a straight answer when asked if Russian President Vladimir Putin was a war criminal while testifying before the Senate.
GOP Lawmaker Refuses to Read Their Own 'Tanning Bed Tax Break' Out Loud for Democrat in Congressional Hearing
Rep. Leger Fernandez challenged Republicans over a provision in their sweeping budget bill that repeals the federal excise tax on indoor tanning services.
Dem Rep. Blasts GOP Colleague For Appearing To Fall Asleep During Overnight Hearing On Medicaid Cuts
Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez blasted her GOP colleague Ralph Norman for appearing to fall asleep during an overnight hearing on Trump's tax cut and spending bill
Trump Deepens Political Rift While Pushing Budget Bill: 'We Don't Want to Benefit Democrat Governors'
President Donald Trump discussed his "one big, beautiful bill" on Tuesday, emphasizing that the proposed budget plan should prioritize Republican-led states.
GOP Lawmaker Turns on Trump After Admin Denied Raising Deficit by Trillions: 'Now That's a Joke'
Thomas Massie (R-KY) blasted the Trump administration's claim that the GOP's proposed "big, beautiful bill" would be deficit-neutral, calling the idea "a joke".
Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' Overcomes Major Hurdle, Moves to House Rules Committee
The GOP's "big, beautiful bill" was approved by the House Budget Committee late Sunday despite continued concerns overs Medicaid cuts.
Virginia House Candidate Reveals She's a Swinger Before Opponents Can 'Dig Up' Her Lifestyle: 'I Don't Do Shame'
Democratic candidate Yvonne Rorrer openly revealed her swinger lifestyle to preempt political attacks, saying she refuses to feel shame.
Former Democratic Lawmaker Mocked for Claiming Biden 'Failed This Country' as Users Point to His Own Losses: 'Read the Room'
Beto O'Rourke's criticism of Biden's short-lived 2024 election run failed to resonate on social media, where users pointed to his own failed campaign history.
Trump Warns GOP Holdouts To Support His 'Big, Beautiful Bill': 'We Don't Need Grandstanders'
Donald Trump warned Republican holdouts to fall in line and support the party's "big, beautiful bill" after it failed to pass the House Budget Committee
GOP Lawmaker Insists People Can 'Keep Their Medicaid' If They 'Just Get a Job'
As the GOP works to complete its "big, beautiful bill," Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) defended proposed work requirements for Medicaid recipients.
Nine Migrants Have Died Under ICE Custody This Year, Agency Acting Director Confirms
ICE acting director Todd Lyons confirmed during a Congressional hearing that nine people have died under agency custody