House Begins Consideration of ‘Big, Beautiful Bill,’ Clean Energy Advocates Concerned About Impacts
House Begins Consideration of ‘Big, Beautiful Bill,’ Clean Energy Advocates Concerned About Impacts

Originally passed by the House in May, the bill underwent several modifications in the Senate, including changes to clean energy tax credits.

Once a Week For Nearly Eight Years, WWII Veteran Volunteers at DC Memorial
Once a Week For Nearly Eight Years, WWII Veteran Volunteers at DC Memorial

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Less than one percent of the nearly 16-million Americans who served during World War II are still alive today. Almost every Wednesday, one of these veterans visits the World War II Memorial in our nation’s capital, greeting visito

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Senate Passes Trump’s “One, Big, Beautiful Bill,” House Fight Looms
Senate Passes Trump’s “One, Big, Beautiful Bill,” House Fight Looms

The Senate passed President Trump’s massive legislative agenda, known as the “One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act.” However, the work is far from over. Senators passed the bill after a more than 24-hour session as they considered dozens of proposed amendments

Trump’s “One, Big, Beautiful Bill” Faces Crucial Test as Senators Embark on Marathon Vote-a-Rama
Trump’s “One, Big, Beautiful Bill” Faces Crucial Test as Senators Embark on Marathon Vote-a-Rama

On Monday morning, senators kicked off a high-stakes “vote-a-rama,” a marathon session consisting of an unlimited amount of an amendments to the bill. It is expected to last well into early Tuesday and comes just ahead of President Trump's July 4 deadline

GOP Drama on the President's Megabill
GOP Drama on the President's Megabill

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Before the Senate began their vote-a-rama, the weekend was filled with drama and GOP infighting on the megabill. A couple of Republican Senators voted against advancing the bill, which got a lot of push back from their party, including

June 30th, 4:26 PM EDT
Senate Parliamentarian Rules Against Several Key Provisions in Trump's Megabill
Senate Parliamentarian Rules Against Several Key Provisions in Trump's Megabill

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Senate Parliamentarian, who acts as a nonpartisan “referee” on legislation, has recently outlined certain provisions in the bill are not compliant with the reconciliation rules. Republican committee leaders said they wil

June 27th, 5:30 PM EDT
Trump Officials Brief Senators on US Strikes on Iran
Trump Officials Brief Senators on US Strikes on Iran

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Days after the US strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, Senators have finally been briefed by the administration on the strike. Members on both sides are in agreement: a nuclear Iran is dangerous for the world, but some of them bel

June 26th, 4:51 PM EDT
Oil Prices Stabilize Despite Strikes on Nuclear Facilities and Iran’s Threat to Close Vital Oil Passage
Oil Prices Stabilize Despite Strikes on Nuclear Facilities and Iran’s Threat to Close Vital Oil Passage

Following U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites last weekend, Iran threatened to shut down the Strait of Hormuz—a vital shipping lane that ferries nearly a quarter of the world’s oil supply. 

Trump Gets Big Win at NATO Summit, Allies get Reassurance from US on Collective Defense
Trump Gets Big Win at NATO Summit, Allies get Reassurance from US on Collective Defense

WASHINGTON, D.C. - President Donald Trump wrapped up his trip to the Netherlands for the annual NATO summit. He heads back to Washington with a win: getting members to increase their defense spending. He also pledges that the US would defend NATO allies i

June 25th, 4:22 PM EDT
Trump Upset with Israel and Iran Amid Fragile Ceasefire Agreement
Trump Upset with Israel and Iran Amid Fragile Ceasefire Agreement

Last evening, President Trump announced he had brokered a ceasefire deal between Israel and Iran that would have ended the conflict within 24 hours. But within just a few hours, the two adversaries were again trading missile attacks.

Democrats Work to Protect Reproductive Funding Potentially at Risk in Republicans' Megabill
Democrats Work to Protect Reproductive Funding Potentially at Risk in Republicans' Megabill

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Tuesday marks three years since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, which allowed nationwide access for abortion. The Democrats are using the anniversary to jump start the conversation on abortion but they are also highlighting it

June 24th, 3:38 PM EDT
Trump Announces Ceasefire Between Israel and Iran, But Weekend Strikes Increase Threat Environment at Home
Trump Announces Ceasefire Between Israel and Iran, But Weekend Strikes Increase Threat Environment at Home

Following weekend attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities, the U.S. is now directly involved in the Israel-Iran conflict. However, late this evening, President Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran had been agreed to.

Trump Faces Bipartisan Pushback on Iran Strike, War Powers Explained
Trump Faces Bipartisan Pushback on Iran Strike, War Powers Explained

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Before the President launched a strike on Iran's nuclear facilities over the weekend, he did not get approval from congress. The Constitution gives congress the power to declare war but some members believe the President overstepped his

June 23rd, 4:51 PM EDT
Senate Committee Kickstarts Series of Probes into Biden Administration
Senate Committee Kickstarts Series of Probes into Biden Administration

This week, Republicans on the Senate Judiciary Committee zeroed in on former President Joe Biden’s mental capacity during his presidency and his administration’s alleged use of the “autopen” for key executive actions. 

Gillibrand Introduces Legislation to Combat Food Deserts
Gillibrand Introduces Legislation to Combat Food Deserts

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Millions of Americans live in areas that are considered food deserts, meaning a significant portion of residents don’t have easy access to grocery stores or nutritious food. Many of these people instead turn to convenience stores

June 19th, 2:43 PM EDT
Lawmakers Split Over Possible U.S. Involvement in Israel-Iran Conflict
Lawmakers Split Over Possible U.S. Involvement in Israel-Iran Conflict

Anticipation is building rapidly over the possibility of the U.S. getting directly involved in the Israel-Iran conflict. 
President Trump reiterated that time is up for Iran to negotiate a new nuclear deal, adding that the country is in “big trouble.”

Amid Economic Uncertainty, Federal Rates Remain Unchanged
Amid Economic Uncertainty, Federal Rates Remain Unchanged

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Federal Reserve said unemployment rates remain low and the economy is relatively stable but they’ve decided to keep federal interest rates the same, for now. They cited economic uncertainty as one of the factors keeping the ra

June 18th, 5:08 PM EDT
Solar Energy Advocates Rally for Changes to Republican Spending Bill
Solar Energy Advocates Rally for Changes to Republican Spending Bill

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In the Senate’s budget package, it makes several changes to clean energy tax credits the House passed last month. Solar energy advocates said the changes don’t go far enough to help their industry. Outside the US Capitol on

June 17th, 7:38 PM EDT
Senate Republicans Unveil “One, Big Beautiful Bill” With Major Policy Changes
Senate Republicans Unveil “One, Big Beautiful Bill” With Major Policy Changes

The Senate Finance Committee released the sweeping proposal Monday, putting their own stamp on a package the House passed in May. One major difference in the Senate’s is the preservation of some clean-energy tax credits and a gradual phase out to others

What the Israel-Iran Conflict Means for Gas Prices in the U.S.
What the Israel-Iran Conflict Means for Gas Prices in the U.S.

Tensions between Israel and Iran continue to boil, after four days of attacks between the two Middle East foes. The impact of the conflict could stretch beyond the region and into the wallets of Americans. 

Congressional Members Receive Death Threats Amid Recent Political Assassination in Minnesota
Congressional Members Receive Death Threats Amid Recent Political Assassination in Minnesota

WASHINGTON, D.C. - After a shocking shooting over the weekend, authorities have arrested the man accused of assassinating a Minnesota state lawmaker and shooting another. Authorities said the suspect had a list of other potential targets, which included o

June 16th, 5:46 PM EDT
Military Parade Celebrates Army’s 250th in Washington
Military Parade Celebrates Army’s 250th in Washington

A large military parade to celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States Army brought thousands to the National Mall in Washington, D.C. 

As Trump Hosts Military Parade, People Hold Protests about his Policies
As Trump Hosts Military Parade, People Hold Protests about his Policies

WASHINGTON, D.C. - As President Donald Trump hosted a military parade in D.C, people across the country and in the capital protested his administration and their policies. We followed one protest that marched to the White House to air their grievances. Te

June 14th, 9:35 PM EDT
Latest on Israel and Iran: Middle East on Edge as Retaliation and Diplomacy Collide
Latest on Israel and Iran: Middle East on Edge as Retaliation and Diplomacy Collide

Israel launched a wave of airstrikes on Iranian targets on Thursday, taking out senior military officials and nuclear scientists. The retaliation from Iran is unfolding in real time. 

Mixed Feelings from Congressional Members on Upcoming D.C. Military Parade
Mixed Feelings from Congressional Members on Upcoming D.C. Military Parade

WASHINGTON, D.C. - On Saturday, President Donald Trump is throwing a military parade to celebrate the Army’s 250th anniversary. Experts believe it could cost up to 45-million dollars for the parade. While some said it’s a chance to show off th

June 13th, 5:37 PM EDT
Kelly, House Republicans Pass Rescissions Package to Codify $9.4 Billion in DOGE Cuts
Kelly, House Republicans Pass Rescissions Package to Codify $9.4 Billion in DOGE Cuts

The rescissions package would codify billions of dollars in cuts identified by DOGE. Specifically, $9.4 billion in federal dollars- already authorized to be spent by Congress-would be clawed back or rescinded if the package is signed into law.

D.C. Ceremony Honoring Vietnam Veterans Relocated Due to Military Parade
D.C. Ceremony Honoring Vietnam Veterans Relocated Due to Military Parade

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Due to the military parade happening in Washington, D.C. this weekend celebrating the Army’s 250th birthday, a ceremony to honor Vietnam veterans had to be relocated. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund said it will be the first ti

June 12th, 5:41 PM EDT
Libraries on the Line? Advocates Say Federal Cuts Threaten Community Lifelines
Libraries on the Line? Advocates Say Federal Cuts Threaten Community Lifelines

Communities turn to libraries not only for books—but also for job help, tech access and education. However, advocates warn those services could be at risk as they brace for what some call a slow-motion crisis set in motion federal by downsizing efforts

Republicans Defeat Democrats in Annual Congressional Charity Baseball Game
Republicans Defeat Democrats in Annual Congressional Charity Baseball Game

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Our congressional members are ditching the halls of Congress for the ball park. In a 13-2 victory, Republicans won over the Democrats in their annual baseball game. While this game is meant to be competitive, it’s also for a good

June 11th, 10:38 PM EDT
President Trump, Gov. Newsom Spar Over Federal Response as Immigration Protests Break Out Across U.S.
President Trump, Gov. Newsom Spar Over Federal Response as Immigration Protests Break Out Across U.S.

Los Angeles has become the epicenter of a political firestorm after federal immigration raids sparked outrage, unrest and mounting tension between California leaders and the Trump administration.