Congress

As the Trump administration continues back-and-forth on tariffs, voters are turning to Democrats to fix the economy for the first time since 2021, a new poll shows.

Democrats in their 20s and 30s across the country are launching primary bids ahead of the 2026 elections in hopes of ousting career politicians.

Republican lawmakers will be stepping away from the spotlight during their two week recess from Congress, avoiding town halls and frustrated voters.

Two American Airlines planes collided on the taxiway at Reagan National Airport on Thursday afternoon, one of which carried congressional representatives.

House Democrats launched a campaign to force Elon Musk out of the Trump administration by May 30, citing a law that puts limits on special government employees.

Texas AG Ken Paxton announced he will challenge Sen. John Cornyn in the Republican primary next year, setting the stage for a contentious battle.

As Speaker Johnson scrambles for budget votes, Greg Steube's frustration over his opposition to proxy voting for new moms boiled over.

Prosecutors are seeking seven years in prison for former U.S. Rep. George Santos, whose tenure in Congress ended after his biography was revealed to be a lie.

Republicans' anxieties over retaining House control grew after Tuesday's special elections saw a major strengths for Democrats.

Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.) published an opinion article in Fox News pleading with the party to stop Trump's escalating trade wars after "Liberation Day."

Republican Senator Chuck Grassley co-sponsored a legislation to have Congress ratify tariffs for them to continue being in effect

NY Rep. Elise Stefanik was instructed to withdraw her nomination to become the next UN ambassador, a move that many GOP members of Congress were not aware of.

State Sen. Randy Fine is vying to represent Florida's 6th District. He faces a tougher-than-expected race and some Republicans have expressed concern about the outcome

President Trump said over the weekend that he was "not joking" about trying to serve a third term. But that move is highly unlikely.

Two special elections will take place in Florida Tuesday. In the 1st District, candidates will hope to replace Matt Gaetz, who left Congress after sexual misconduct allegations.

Elise Stefanik's nomination to be the next ambassador to the UN is in danger as the Trump administration looks to secure its slim majority in the House

Intelligence officials will testify before Congress after a journalist was accidentally added to a group chat in which top leaders discussed military plans.

Retired U.S. Army General Barry McCaffrey is sounding the alarms about the possible dangers of the Signal group chat as scandal unravels.

As Democrats look for future party leadership, New York Rep. AOC stands out among her peers, fighting for a broader coalition of Democrats.

VOA journalists sued the Trump administration for shutting down the network, asking a federal court to restore the outlet that supplies news around the world.

A 26-year-old influencer launched a congressional bid for Illinois' 9th District, while revealing she was recently questioned by Elon Musk's lawyers.

Mia Love, the first Black Republican congresswoman, died at age 49. Earlier this month she detailed her "living wish" for the country

As Democrats continue countering Trump administration, New York Rep. AOC seems to be standing out among the crowd to lead the party.

Rep. Ilhan Omar has called for a "come to Jesus moment" within the Democratic Party as tensions rise over Senate Democrats' handling of key legislation.

Trump is calling for the impeachment of Judge James Boasberg. Here's what Speaker Mike Johnson could do to side with the president even if that doesn't end up being the outcome

Nancy Mace refused an invitation to attend a town hall meeting in her home state, blaming "paid" protestors she claims have disrupted GOP-led town halls.

The House Oversight Committee claims that the Biden administration "withheld key data from both the American people and Congress" regarding a natural gas study

House Democrats are raging against Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer for saying he would support the GOP's bill to avert a shutdown despite the party's opposition in the lower chamber

DOGE Head Elon Musk is leading the charge in mocking Democrats' coordinated response regarding their stance on the government funding bill

A young insurrectionist who attended the January 6 Capitol riots and was arrested for the violent crimes he committed on that day is now running for Congress in 2026.