Senate advances spending bill to keep government openThe bill to temporarily avert a shutdown would need House support, which is not guaranteed.
These are the services that would be impacted by a government shutdownFrom air travel to a program that makes sure newborns are being fed, a government shutdown would have wide-ranging consequences.
House Republicans clash with AG Merrick GarlandThe attorney general defended the Department of Justice, which is overseeing cases involving Hunter Biden and former President Donald Trump.
McCarthy says work continues to avoid government shutdownHouse Speaker Kevin McCarthy can only afford to lose four GOP votes when he presents a continuing resolution to keep the government open.
Footage shows Rep. Lauren Boebert vaping at 'Beetlejuice' playRep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) was removed from a play on Sunday, and footage contradicts her camp's story on why.
In a split Congress, artificial intelligence is one area of agreementThe technology community has, so far, seemed to welcome the opportunity to work with lawmakers on a responsible path forward.
Rep. Lauren Boebert seen getting booted from Colorado theaterVideo obtained by Scripps News shows U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert being ejected during a musical after complaints about "causing a disturbance."
Speaker McCarthy approves of President Biden impeachment inquirySpeaker Kevin McCarthy says the House will launch investigations into President Biden's involvement with his son Hunter's business dealings.
Federal food-aid cuts loom for millions of low-income AmericansGovernment funding expires at the end of this month for a program that provides subsidies to Americans so they can afford fruits and vegetables.
Rep. Nancy Pelosi says she will run for reelection in 2024The 83-year-old former House speaker has been representing San Franciscans in Congress since she was first elected in 1987.
GOP senators want to end plan to lower student loan payments4 million borrowers have applied for the new SAVE Plan, the Biden administration's response to the Supreme Court not allowing full debt forgiveness.
Doctor says McConnell did not suffer stroke during freezing episodeA congressional doctor said there was no evidence McConnell had a stroke or seizure after freezing in front of reporters last week.
Congress returns to try to prevent a government shutdownA short-term funding measure to keep government offices fully functioning will dominate the September agenda.
GOP lawmakers reportedly weighing future of party leadershipCurrent Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell's health has been top of mind for Republicans following his two public freeze-ups and a dangerous fall.
Sen. McConnell cleared to continue work, Congressional physician saysAttending Congressional physician Dr. Brian Monahan consulted with McConnell and with neurologists, and cleared McConnell to continue working.
New bill in Congress seeks to expand DOJ powers in animal abuse casesThe bill would allow the DOJ to step in and remove animals from harmful environments, as well as seek license suspensions, revocations and penalties.
Top Pentagon official calls UFO hearing 'insulting' to US employeesHe's criticizing much of the testimony from a retired Air Force intelligence officer that energized believers in extraterrestrial life.
UFO hearing: Whistleblower claims US has recovered 'non-human' remainsRetired Maj. David Grusch said the U.S. government has highly secretive information about extraterrestrial life that likely dates back to the 1930s.
Lawmakers call for federal heat protections in workplacesLawmakers want OSHA to create federal protections for workers who may encounter hot conditions, whether indoors or out.
Senate Judiciary approves Supreme Court code of ethics billThe bill was introduced following numerous reports of Supreme Court justices making questionable decisions away from the bench.
Congress considers raising pilot mandatory retirement ageMembers of Congress are also considering other FAA policies, including regulating the size of airline seats.
Rep. Boebert out-fundraised by Democratic challenger FrischRep. Lauren Boebert is losing the fundraising battle to Democratic challenger Adam Frisch in one of the most competitive seats from the last election.
Lawmakers want stronger infant bed regulationsLawmakers say some products that aren't intended as infant sleep products are being marketed to parents, causing safety concerns.
Bipartisan group of Senators push for release of UFO filesA bipartisan group of senators is introducing an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act that would mandate the release of UFO records.
House passes defense spending bill with conservative provisionsRepublicans passed legislation that would fund the military next year, but the historically bipartisan bill had little help from Democrats.
Are credit card rewards at risk? Congress eyes swipe transactionsNew efforts by Congress and small business owners could change the way fees and rewards for consumers work. It could help one side and hurt another.
Uvalde-area Democrat Gutierrez vying for Ted Cruz's Senate seatTexas state Sen. Roland Gutierrez became a vocal advocate for gun control laws following last year's mass school shooting in Uvalde.
Congress takes on professional golf, 'sportswashing'The PGA Tour's pending partnership with Saudi Arabia-backed LIV Golf will undergo intense Congressional scrutiny this week.
Senate report blasts FBI, DHS for not acting on Jan. 6 intelSenate Democrats say it was not a failure to obtain intel, but rather a failure to act on it that led to the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol insurrection.
Backers of Rep. George Santos' $500K bond revealedNew York Rep. George Santos was indicted earlier this year on 13 federal charges.
Sen. Sanders launches investigation into Amazon's workplace practicesAmazon received multiple citations for failing to address workplace hazards earlier this year. The company is appealing.
House passes bill to stop gas stove regulationsThe debate on whether gas stoves should face stricter regulations made it to the House floor Tuesday.
Several Democrats sign on to overturn Biden's student loan relief planWhile progressives have pushed for student debt forgiveness, the measure is met with lukewarm support among moderate Democrats.
What is next for debt limit billThe Senate and President Biden have just days to finalize a bill to lift the debt ceiling and avoid default.
