Lexie Schapitl
Stories
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Lawmakers are split on how to respond to the recent bank failures
Days after the failure of two regional banks shook the financial industry, lawmakers say they want answers but disagree on what role Congress should play right now.
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Senators downplay threats from unidentified objects, but call for more information
Many Democrats defended the Biden administration's cautious approach. But lawmakers of both parties urged the president to address the nation.
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House Republicans vote to remove Rep. Ilhan Omar from the Foreign Affairs Committee
Republicans have cited the Minnesota Democrat's past controversial comments about Israel. Omar, who herself has faced anti-Muslim bigotry since taking office, called the move "purely partisan."
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Democrats are crying foul as House Republicans sort key committee assignments
Speaker Kevin McCarthy blocked two Democrats from serving on a key House panel, arguing it is in the interest of national security. Dems say the move is nothing more than political retribution.
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House rules changes breeze through the chamber following a bitter speaker fight
The House voted Monday on a new rules package that contains key concessions to the most conservative wing of the party.
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McConnell wins leadership race but GOP infighting continues
Sen. Rick Scott launched an uphill bid to be minority leader. Sen. Mitch McConnell was handily reelected but many rank-and-file senators are frustrated at party leaders following the 2022 elections.
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President Biden is in Florida meeting with people hit hard by Hurricane Ian
President Biden is in Fort Myers, Fla., meeting with business owners and residents hit hard by Hurricane Ian, trying to assure them that the federal government will help them recover.
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Republicans Disrupt House Impeachment Inquiry, Delaying Testimony From Pentagon Aide
GOP lawmakers broke House rules by entering a secure area where a closed-door interview was scheduled to be held. Committee rules allow only those serving on those panels conducting inquiry to attend.
