House moves Trump's budget bill forward: Here's what's next
The Republican-led U.S. House of Representatives narrowly approved a budget framework that advances up to $1.5 trillion in tax breaks and cuts.
Rep. Al Green censured after removal from President Trump's speech
The U.S. House voted Thursday to censure Congressman Al Green following his ejection from the chamber during President Donald Trump’s address to Congress earlier this week.
Chicago mayor defends sanctuary city policies: 'We do not harbor criminals; we arrest them'
Mayor Brandon Johnson defended Chicago's sanctuary city status in his opening statements today to the House oversight committee.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson testifies in front of House committee
Brandon Johnson testified before Congress on Wednesday regarding Chicago's sanctuary city policies.
Illinois lawmaker to boycott Trump's joint address, calls it 'MAGA love fest'
U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky (D-Ill.) said she will boycott President Donald Trump's joint address to Congress tonight, calling it a "series of lies to the American People."
Why is Brandon Johnson testifying before Congress?
Mayor Brandon Johnson will appear before Congress along with three other mayors to defend Chicago's status as a sanctuary city.
House passes Trump’s budget plan; here’s what happens next
Weeks of committee hearings to hammer out the bill's details before it heads to the Senate for a final vote are still ahead.
Did no-tax-on-overtime pass? What to know after House adopts budget resolution
The framework that passed on Tuesday is only a budget resolution to set overall targets for the future and does not change tax law. Here's what's next.
Man accused of assaulting Rep. Nancy Mace released from jail
James McIntyre, a 33-year-old Illinois resident, has been released from jail after being charged with assaulting U.S. Representative Nancy Mace at the Capitol.
Majority in House: 4 races still uncalled to finalize size of GOP lead
Republicans have a majority of the House, but these outstanding House races will determine its size.
'America and Israel must stand together': Netanyahu gives fiery speech to Congress
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses the U.S. Congress on Wednesday for the fourth time, which is more than any other world leader.
Rep. Brad Schneider's DC office vandalized on July 4; Capitol Police investigating
Illinois Representative Brad Schneider took to X Friday to report that his Capitol office in D.C. was vandalized on July 4, with posters of more than 100 people still held hostage in Gaza, including eight Americans, being torn down, shredded, and scattered across the hallway.
House committee meeting erupts into chaos after 'fake eyelash' insult
A House Committee hearing turned into chaos when Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene responded to a question from Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett by telling her “I think your fake eyelashes are messing up what you’re reading."
Illinois lawmakers weigh in on new bill that targets campus protest speech
A new bill passed by the U.S. House this week could bring harsh new restrictions on what protesters can say on campus.
For now, Democrats protect House Speaker Mike Johnson
In an unprecedented move, House Democrats said they will save Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson.
What's next for U.S. aid to Israel, Ukraine?
It was a big weekend for U.S. lawmakers. After months of delay, the House of Representatives passed a $95 billion foreign aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan. But even though the bill had strong bipartisan support, House Speaker Mike Johnson's job is still on the line.
House approves $95 billion in aid for Ukraine, Israel, other allies
Aid bills for Israel, Ukraine and other U.S. allies were passed by the House in a rare Saturday session, along with a bill that could lead to a sale of TikTok.
Congress slammed with growing to-do list
House Speaker Mike Johnson is pushing forward with a $95 billion foreign aid package, teeing up a rare saturday vote on Capitol Hill.
Senate votes within hours to dismiss Mayorkas impeachment trial
Senate Democrats voted swiftly Wednesday to dismiss House Republicans’ impeachment trial against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
Aid for Israel proposed in Congress after Iran missile attacks
After Iran's major drone and missile attack against Israel over the weekend, lawmakers in Washington D.C. will spend the week working on bills to support the U.S. ally and target Iran.