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4 Ways President Trump's 2nd Impeachment Will Change Washington
Thursday, January 14, 2021
President Trump made history, the siege on the Capitol exposed splits in the GOP that are likely to remain, Biden's agenda will now compete with a Senate trial and the Capitol is a fortress.
House Votes To Impeach Trump, But Senate Trial Unlikely Before Biden's Inauguration
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
The resolution charges President Trump with "incitement of insurrection." Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has said he will not reconvene the Senate early for a trial to remove Trump from office.
House Democrats Weigh Impeachment As They Urge Trump's Removal
Friday, January 08, 2021
More than half of House Democrats back articles of impeachment and are pressing leaders to reconvene next week to vote on them. Leaders warn if the president isn't removed they will proceed.
McConnell Says Senate Will Not Be Intimidated, Will Complete Electoral Vote Count
Wednesday, January 06, 2021
Hours after violent pro-Trump extremists forced evacuations of the House and Senate, pausing the process of certifying the votes, top leaders insisted they would finish the process "tonight."
Congress' Electoral Count To Resume After Violent Protests Halt Process
Wednesday, January 06, 2021
As Wednesday's tally of the Electoral College vote highlighted a bitter divide between the parties, the Capitol went into a lockdown because of protests.
Democrats Take Control Of Senate With Twin Georgia Victories
Wednesday, January 06, 2021
Raphael Warnock defeated Sen. Kelly Loeffler, and Jon Ossoff beat David Perdue, according to the AP. The Senate will be split 50-50, with Vice President-elect Kamala Harris having a tiebreaking vote.
Democrats Win 1 Of 2 Georgia Races, With Senate Control In Sight
Tuesday, January 05, 2021
Democrat Raphael Warnock defeated GOP Sen. Kelly Loeffler, according to the Associated Press. If Democrat Jon Ossoff defeats Republican David Perdue, control of the Senate will flip.
Congress Passes $900 Billion Coronavirus Relief Bill, Ending Months-Long Stalemate
Monday, December 21, 2020
The legislation extending aid to unemployed, providing money for vaccine distribution and a round of $600 stimulus checks was attached to an annual government funding bill that tacked on other items.
COVID-19 Relief Deal Stalled As Trump Signs 2-Day Stopgap Bill To Avoid Shutdown
Friday, December 18, 2020
As congressional leaders negotiate, other lawmakers are demanding more details. Plus, Democrats are objecting to a push by some Senate Republicans to limit emergency lending rules.
House Approves Decriminalizing Marijuana; Bill To Stall In Senate
Friday, December 04, 2020
The legislation removes cannabis from the list of federally controlled substances and expunges low-level convictions and arrests. But the GOP Senate is not expected to take up the bill.
Momentum For Coronavirus Relief Bill Builds, But Time Short As Parties Work On Deal
Friday, December 04, 2020
With days left before Congress aims to wrap for the year, Republicans and Democrats appear more willing to negotiate on a COVID-19 relief bill. But key sticking points remain.
Pelosi Reelected Speaker By House Democrats Despite Party's Losses
Wednesday, November 18, 2020
After Republicans unexpectedly picked up at least eight seats, House Democrats are still sorting out what went wrong. The party leadership must balance clashing priorities in the next term.
GOP Sen. Thom Tillis Wins Reelection In North Carolina After Democrat Concedes
Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Democrat Cal Cunningham said in a statement that "the voters have spoken." The Associated Press later called the race.
Democrats' Hopes For Senate Majority Fade As GOP Beats Back Challenges
Wednesday, November 04, 2020
Republicans win tough contests in South Carolina, Iowa, Texas and Montana. Democrats flip seats in Colorado and Arizona, but their path to a majority is uphill.
Trump And Biden Had A Real Debate, And 4 Other Takeaways
Friday, October 23, 2020
The final debate showed candidates far apart on issues like health care, climate change and criminal justice. Trump tried to focus on alleged corruption, but the pandemic remains 2020's central issue.
Takeaways From Amy Coney Barrett's Judiciary Confirmation Hearings
Thursday, October 15, 2020
President Trump's nominee deflected answering most questions, citing precedent that she can't weigh in on issues she may rule on. Weeks before the election, Democrats largely honed in on health care.
'What A Mom Can Do': Sen. Ernst Focuses On Barrett's Gender In Hearing
Monday, October 12, 2020
The Iowa Republican accuses opponents of Amy Coney Barrett's nomination of undermining the judge with attacks on her faith and role as a mother. But Democrats focus on health care, not religion.
How The Supreme Court Confirmation Hearings For Amy Coney Barrett Will Work
Monday, October 12, 2020
Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Lindsey Graham kicks off four days of hearings on Monday. The panel is expected to vote on Oct. 22, which will be followed by a floor vote by the end of the month.
4 Takeaways From The Mike Pence-Kamala Harris Vice Presidential Debate
Thursday, October 08, 2020
Wednesday's debate, by 2020 standards, was normal. The candidates ignored questions and defended Biden's and Trump's records, but it was the fly that created buzz.
Trump On Defensive Over White Supremacist Comments In Debate
Wednesday, September 30, 2020
President Trump attempted to walk back his comments about the Proud Boys, a right-wing group he declined to disavow in Tuesday night's presidential debate. Some GOP lawmakers urged him to clarify.