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Senate Democrats march forward on their all-but-doomed voting rights bills
Posted on · Democrats in the Senate will proceed to a vote on two voting rights bills Wednesday, despite lacking the votes needed to pass either measure.
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The Senate is set to debate voting rights. Here’s what the bills would do
Posted on · The two measures the Senate will debate aim to prevent states from limiting access to the ballot and make it easier for people to vote.
Politics
Democrats’ biggest push for voting rights fails with no Republicans on board
Posted on · The Freedom to Vote Act was led in part by Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin, who was trying to get Republicans on board. Senate GOP Leader Mitch McConnell vocally opposed it.
Politics
It’s In — And Big: Senators Unveil $1T Infrastructure Proposal
Posted on · The over 2,700-page bipartisan bill, finalized Sunday night, includes money for roads, transit systems and high-speed internet access. It's the first phase of President Biden's infrastructure plan.
National
House Approves 25th Amendment Resolution Against Trump, Pence Says He Won’t Invoke
Posted on · Democrats and some Republicans have called for President Trump's removal from office for his role in inciting a violent mob that overtook the U.S. Capitol last week.
National
In Wake Of Capitol Attack, House Will Seek To Impeach Trump — Again
Posted on · With nine days left in the Trump presidency, Speaker Nancy Pelosi and House Democrats are forging ahead with plans to remove Trump from office.
Election 2020
Congress Certifies Biden Victory After Pro-Trump Rioters Storm The Capitol
Posted on · Lawmakers returned to the Capitol after hours of chaos in which protesters forced their way into the building and abruptly halted Congress' tally of Electoral College votes.
National
Senate Confirms Amy Coney Barrett To The Supreme Court
Posted on · The 48-year-old judge solidifies the court's conservative majority, filling Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg's seat just about a week before Election Day.
National
Supreme Court Nominee Kavanaugh Clears Crucial Senate Hurdle
Posted on · Republicans Susan Collins and Jeff Flake --as well as Democrat Joe Manchin-- voted yes, while GOP Senator Lisa Murkowski voted no
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Trump’s Harsh Words For NATO Meet With Pushback From Republicans And Democrats
Posted on · Congressional leaders from both parties defend NATO as lawmakers vote to reaffirm U.S. commitment to the alliance
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Trump Prods Congress Amid Debate On Immigration
Posted on · President Donald Trump made clear he continues to take his March 5 deadline seriously
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Houston Activists Urge Senator Cornyn To Show More Leadership To Fix DACA Situation
Posted on · The Republican politician was also called out by Laura Murillo, president of the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, this week
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Houston Fundraiser With New York Democrat Chuck Schumer Rankles Some Texans
Posted on · U.S. Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer, one of the most visible Democrats in Congress, is coming to Houston for a fundraiser this weekend. Both the location and the host sparked tension among Texas political players on Friday
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House Passes Bill to Avert Government Shutdown
Posted on · President Donald Trump and Democratic and Republican congressional leaders are sounding an optimistic tone as they sit down at the White House
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UPDATE: Schumer Recounts DACA Talk With Trump On Hot Mic
Posted on · The president said he would be open to separating the wall issue from the question of the younger immigrants.