Senate Democrats wrestle with Republicans’ Laken Riley Act to combat illegal immigration
The votes aren’t yet there to clear the Senate's filibuster, but several Democrats say they’ll support the House-passed bill or expressed openness to it.
Trump tries uniting House and Senate GOP leadership on budget bill
One big package for border, taxes or two separate bills? Congressional Republicans debate how to deliver legislative wins for ...
Thune says preserving the Senate filibuster will be a top priority
Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) in his first prepared address as Senate majority leader says “preserving” the filibuster will be one ...
Kyrsten Sinema defends filibuster in farewell address to Senate
Sinema, the first out bisexual in Congress, said the rule is necessary to build consensus. Also, as she leaves office, she is ...
Democrats make a right turn on immigration
Republicans are using the Laken Riley bill to make clear their intent to prioritize immigration as Trump prepares his return to Washington. They also view it as an early opportunity to put Democrats ...
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The 119th Congress — Day 1 — A Tale of Two Legislative Bodies and the Beginning of a Busy Year
The opening hours of the 119th Congress provided an interesting look at the two bodies of Congress, the United States House of Representatives ...
Republicans grapple with Trump’s position on package for tax cuts and spending
Republicans are divided on a strategy to move the Trump administration’s agenda, and some want more input from ...
Thune warns GOP not to challenge parliamentarian if immigration fixes get nixed
Overruling Elizabeth MacDonough would be akin to nuking the legislative filibuster, Majority Leader John Thune said, discouraging his party from doing so.