Security has been upgraded at the Capitol after the U.S. drone strike that killed Iranian general Qassem Soleimani and prompted vows of retaliation from Iran.“Never underestimate the Iranians,” one … [Read more...] about Security upgraded at Capitol after Soleimani drone strike, sources say
Chad Pergram
House, Senate stuck in impeachment limbo as Pelosi keeps hold of articles
The House voted to impeach President Trump just before Christmas. Now it’s the new year and the disposition of a Senate trial is as unclear now as it was then. Some observers argue that the House … [Read more...] about House, Senate stuck in impeachment limbo as Pelosi keeps hold of articles
Reporter’s Notebook: How the growing national debt seems to be fading from concern in DC
The national debt is kind of like the Washington Redskins.People gripe about it. They run in new coaches and players every now and again. But, not much really changes. The Redskins were one of the … [Read more...] about Reporter’s Notebook: How the growing national debt seems to be fading from concern in DC
In 2020, DC will be mostly about politics, not legislation
This is around the time of the winter break that children have busted most of the toys they acquired for Christmas and mom and dad can't wait for the kids to go back to school.It kind of works this … [Read more...] about In 2020, DC will be mostly about politics, not legislation
Reporter’s Notebook: Why is Pelosi holding the articles of impeachment? DC insiders have some theories
CAPITOL HILL – The House of Representatives had finished work for the year early last Thursday evening. Nearly all lawmakers had escaped to the train station or airport. The Senate was marooned in a … [Read more...] about Reporter’s Notebook: Why is Pelosi holding the articles of impeachment? DC insiders have some theories
Impeachment resolution barrels toward House floor, as GOP reps allege Dem ‘abuse’ in heated session
The Democrat-led House Rules Committee on Tuesday dove into a marathon session to prepare the ground rules for what is likely to be a furious showdown vote on the House floor to adopt articles of … [Read more...] about Impeachment resolution barrels toward House floor, as GOP reps allege Dem ‘abuse’ in heated session
Reporter’s Notebook: Congress, on overdrive, could see its busiest week ever
CAPITOL HILL – This could be the week that broke Congress. The ambition of the schedule reflects what usually goes down in December. The 12th month is almost always the most hectic on the calendar on … [Read more...] about Reporter’s Notebook: Congress, on overdrive, could see its busiest week ever
Reporter’s Notebook: House votes on impeachment articles would be monumental decisions
CAPITOL HILL – There are important roll call votes on Capitol Hill -- but votes on articles of impeachment against President Trump would be monumental.Think about votes cast in 2009 and and 2010 for … [Read more...] about Reporter’s Notebook: House votes on impeachment articles would be monumental decisions
Reporter’s Notebook: House votes on impeachment articles would be monumental decisions
CAPITOL HILL – There are important roll call votes on Capitol Hill -- but votes on articles of impeachment against President Trump would be monumental.Think about votes cast in 2009 and and 2010 for … [Read more...] about Reporter’s Notebook: House votes on impeachment articles would be monumental decisions
Could House impeachment proceedings drag on into 2020? The timing’s unclear
CAPITOL HILL – Is there enough time for lawmakers to deposit articles of impeachment on the House floor this calendar year? Or, could this wait? Finally, do Democrats have the votes to impeach?If a … [Read more...] about Could House impeachment proceedings drag on into 2020? The timing’s unclear