Susan Davis
Stories
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First 100 days: Congress acquiesces to Trump but pressure tests lie ahead
President Trump has shown no deference to Congress in his early day in office, and leaders on Capitol Hill seem willing to cede him more power.
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100 Days: Trump's relationship with Congress and the courts
Many of Trump's actions are a direct challenge to the courts and to Congress, the two branches of government designed to act as checks on presidential power. We look at this power dynamic.
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Trump is trying to remake the presidency. Here's why
The Trump administration has shuttered, fired or targeted for resignation individuals, offices and agencies that could serve as a check on President Trump. Supporters say that is exactly the point.
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House Republicans unveil plan to fund government through September
Over the weekend, House Republicans unveiled a 99-page plan to keep the federal government running through September. Congress needs to approve a spending bill by Friday or face another shutdown.
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Democratic Senators had harsh words for RFK Jr. at his confirmation hearing
RFK Jr. faced fierce questioning about vaccines, abortion and Medicaid in his confirmation hearing to be HHS Secretary.
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Speaker Johnson removes House Intel chair Mike Turner
House Speaker Mike Johnson fired the top Republican on the House Intelligence Committee, Ohio congressman Mike Turner. Turner has been a critic at times of President-elect Donald Trump.
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Six of Trump's Cabinet nominees face confirmation hearings Wednesday
Six of President-elect Trump's Cabinet nominees face confirmation hearings Wednesday on Capitol Hill. Some will face easier paths than others.
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Congress passes bill to avert government shutdown
Hours away from a government shutdown, Congress passed a bill to fund federal operations until March 14, 2025.
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Like old times: Trump sends Congress scrambling to avoid a shutdown
President-elect Donald Trump and his newest top-lieutenant, Elon Musk, have sent Washington scrambling to avoid a government shutdown, even before Trump takes office.
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DOGE team update: Musk and Ramaswamy make their case to Congress
Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are making their case for government efficiency to members of Congress.
