Barbara Sprunt
Stories
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Candidates in House and Senate races are making their final pitches to voters
Regardless of who wins the presidential election, they require a Congress to advance their agenda. How are candidates for the House and Senate making their final pitches to voters?
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The race for the Senate: Here are the top races to watch
Republicans are favored to take control of the chamber thanks to a 2024 map of races that tilts disproportionately in the GOP’s favor. Here are the races to watch.
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Two Jewish Democrats reflect on Congressional efforts to combat surge in antisemitism
On the anniversary of Hamas’ attacks on Israel, Jewish lawmakers reflect on what role Congress can play in addressing rising antisemitism in the U.S.
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Statue of Johnny Cash at the U.S. Capitol depicts Arkansas' history and progress
The Johnny Cash statue, representing Arkansas at the U.S. Capitol, is part of a broader push to replace statues of segregationists throughout the building. (Story aired on ATC on Sept. 24, 2024.)
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U.S. Capitol statue of Johnny Cash depicts Arkansas' progress, not Confederate history
Arkansas unveiled a new statue of Johnny Cash in the U.S. Capitol. Cash, the first musician to be honored in the building, replaces a statue of a Confederate general.
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Lawmakers push for funding to help groups train service dogs for vets with PTSD
A group of Congressional lawmakers wants to funnel millions of dollars toward organizations that pair service dogs with veterans with PTSD.
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Former Republican Rep. Liz Cheney says she will vote for Vice President Harris
Cheney's remarks, which were shared by an attendee on social media, come as the Harris campaign is taking steps to court disenchanted Republican voters.
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A neurological disease stole Rep. Jennifer Wexton's voice. AI helped her get it back.
Wexton spoke on the House floor Wednesday using an "augmentative and alternative communication" program.
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Netanyahu met with standing ovation and protest over joint meeting of Congress
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is meeting this week separately with President Biden and Vice President Harris. Wednesday afternoon, he addressed a joint meeting of Congress.
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Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu can expect a mixed reception as he addresses Congress
The Israeli leader speaks Wednesday to a joint meeting of Congress amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. Republicans are strongly supportive of Israel, while Democrats are increasingly critical.
