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October 13, 2024 at 12:34 AM
Fight for House raging in districts ringing NYC where Trump struggled but other Republicans thrived
Voters in a ring of congressional districts encircling New York City where Republican candidates often do well but Donald Trump struggled in 2020 could decide which party controls the U.S. House for the next two years
October 13, 2024 at 12:34 AM
October 12, 2024 at 2:06 PM
FEMA says it will run out of money if Congress doesn't act
The Federal Emergency Management Agency says it will run out of money if Congress doesn't allocate more funds for the agency. ABC News' Christiane Cordero joins from Capitol Hill.
October 12, 2024 at 2:06 PM
October 11, 2024 at 8:19 PM
Biden to visit Florida storm damage, says misinformation spreaders will 'pay a price'
President Biden said he believes they're "breaking through with the truth" on the federal hurricane response but continued to slam Donald Trump for misinformation.
October 11, 2024 at 8:19 PM
October 11, 2024 at 3:48 PM
Biden joins growing calls for Congress to return to pass certain hurricane relief
President Joe Biden joined the growing calls to reconvene Congress in the wake of the devastation in the south by back-to-back hurricanes as funding reached dire levels.
October 11, 2024 at 3:48 PM
October 10, 2024 at 2:26 PM
Gallego and Lake go on the offensive during only Arizona Senate debate
In the first and only face-to-face debate for the Arizona Senate race Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego and Republican former gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake traded jabs.
October 10, 2024 at 2:26 PM
October 9, 2024 at 5:04 PM
How redistricting could play a key role in the fight to control the House in 2024
Five states redrew their district lines and the changes could impact who wins the House in the 2024 election.
October 9, 2024 at 5:04 PM
October 9, 2024 at 1:05 PM
How 538's 2024 House election forecast works
The methodology of 538's 2024 House of Representatives forecast model.
October 9, 2024 at 1:05 PM
October 9, 2024 at 12:49 PM
The 2024 race to control the House couldn't be tighter
Introducing 538's forecast for U.S. House of Representatives races in 2024.
October 9, 2024 at 12:49 PM
October 9, 2024 at 12:31 PM
Schiff, Garvey argue on Trump impeachment trial during California US Senate debate
The 2020 impeachment trial against Donald Trump sparked a bitter exchange between California Senate candidates Adam Schiff and Steve Garvey at a forum on Tuesday.
October 9, 2024 at 12:31 PM
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September 30, 2024 at 7:49 PM
Pro-Israel groups spent big to oust two Squad members in primaries
Pro-Israel groups focused their spending on defeating two members of the Squad, and had a fairly strong showing in Democratic primary endorsements.
September 30, 2024 at 7:49 PM
September 26, 2024 at 1:00 PM
Grieving parents react to passage of anti-hazing legislation
The "Stop Campus Hazing Act" could become the first federal law to address hazing.
September 26, 2024 at 1:00 PM
September 25, 2024 at 11:13 PM
Democrats again help House Republicans avoid another government shutdown
House and Senate pass bill to fund the government until Dec. 20 and avoid a shutdown at the end of the month.
September 25, 2024 at 11:13 PM
September 25, 2024 at 2:39 PM
Senate passes bill over equal Secret Service protection for major party candidates
The Senate unanimously passed a House bill that would require an equal standard of U.S. Secret Service protection to be applied to all major party candidates.
September 25, 2024 at 2:39 PM
September 24, 2024 at 8:39 PM
D'Esposito scandal sparks 'migraine' for Republicans hoping to keep House
Monday's report alleging infidelity and possible violations of House ethics rules by Republican Rep. Anthony D'Esposito could have implications beyond his reelection bid.
September 24, 2024 at 8:39 PM
September 24, 2024 at 5:06 PM
What polling says about key 2024 Senate races
538 has released U.S. Senate polling averages for the 2024 general election.
September 24, 2024 at 5:06 PM
September 23, 2024 at 5:09 PM
House leaders unveil bill with added Secret Service funding to avert shutdown
Lawmakers from both parties have been pushing for more funding and resources for the Secret Service in the wake of the second assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump.
September 23, 2024 at 5:09 PM
September 23, 2024 at 4:45 PM
House leaders unveil bill to avert government shutdown
House leaders unveiled on Sunday their new legislation to avert a shutdown at the end of the month and fund the government until Dec. 20.
September 23, 2024 at 4:45 PM
September 21, 2024 at 11:48 AM
House passes bill to enhance Secret Service protection for presidential candidates
The 405-0 House vote follows a second Trump assassination attempt.
September 21, 2024 at 11:48 AM
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House votes down Speaker Johnson's funding plan as shutdown deadline approaches
ABC News’ Jay O’Brien discusses next steps after the measure failed by a 202-222-2 margin.
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NASA's 'Hidden Figures' awarded Congressional Gold Medal for groundbreaking work
The Black NASA female mathematicians and aeronautical engineers referred to as the "Hidden Figures" were awarded the Congressional Gold Medal this week.
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Senate IVF bill fails again to advance on mostly party line vote
Senate Majority Leader Schumer wanted to put Republicans on record with their vote on IVF, which has become a flashpoint in the presidential election.
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Democratic whip Katherine Clark speaks out on government funding battle
Congress needs to pass a stopgap spending bill before Oct. 1 to avoid a federal shutdown just weeks before the election.
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Johnson pulls vote on stopgap bill for short-term government funding
The bill includes the SAVE Act, a measure that would require individuals to provide proof of U.S. citizenship to vote
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Speaker Johnson pulls vote on stopgap bill for short-term government funding
ABC News’ Jay O’Brien on where the temporary spending bill stands. The measure would keep federal agencies and programs funded for six months.
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Sen. Chuck Schumer wants bipartisan spirit ahead of 2024 elections
As Kamala Harris and Donald Trump vie for the presidency, the New York senator talks about Democrats' down-ballot strategies.
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Ticket-splitters hold the key to majorities in both chambers of Congress
Every election cycle, political observers speculate about the power and prevalence of ticket-splitters. This year, their influence is unquestioned.
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Unpacking Mark Zuckerberg's letter to Congress about Biden and Facebook
The Facebook founder talked about the site's approach to COVID-19 posts in the pandemic. Media and tech correspondent Peter Kafka discussed the letter on "Start Here."
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Congresswoman DelBene on Democrats flipping the House
Representative Suzan DelBene speaks to ABC News on Democrats' goals to not just win the presidential election but keeping control of the Senate and flipping the House.
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Wisconsin Senate nominee Eric Hovde talks the current political climate
Wisconsin Republican Senate nominee Eric Hovde talks about his efforts to flip the chamber, connecting with Democrats and changing his stance on abortion.
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Progressive Rep. Cori Bush loses high-stakes Democratic primary: AP projection
After a fiercely competitive primary race, the Associated Press projects that St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell has won the Democratic primary in MO.
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Nancy Pelosi talks new book, ‘The Art of Power’
The California congresswoman details her time as the first woman Speaker of the House, shares her insights on the 2024 presidential race and her future political plans.
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High-profile Missouri primary threatens to knock out second 'Squad' member Cori Bush
Democratic Rep. Cori Bush of Missouri is facing a strong challenge from St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell in the Democratic primary on Tuesday.
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Senate fails to advance bill aimed at expanding child tax credit
A bill aimed at expanding the child tax credit for millions of families and implementing business tax breaks is expected to fail in the Senate during a key test vote.
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GOP's Lake and Democratic Rep. Gallego projected to win primaries in Arizona
Voters in Arizona went to the polls Tuesday in the first congressional and down-ballot primaries since President Joe Biden dropped out of the presidential race.
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Senate passes landmark legislation to protect kids online
The Senate passed bipartisan legislation to protect the privacy and security of children under 17. Sen. Amy Klobuchar talks about why it took over 20 years to pass such legislation.
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Affordable childcare, online protection gain bipartisan support
ABC News’ Elizabeth Schulze explains the latest pressing issues on Capitol Hill.
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Senate passes child online safety bill
The Senate passed two key pieces of legislation aimed at keeping children safe on the internet Tuesday afternoon, marking a major step in Congress' ongoing effort to regulate massive tech companies.
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Acting Secret Service director grilled about Trump assassination attempt
Acting Secret Service Director Ronald Rowe and FBI Deputy Director Paul Abbate were grilled by lawmakers about the attempted assassination attempt against Donald Trump.
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By the numbers: House members take a 6-week summer recess
We break down the numbers of Congress' summer recess in a year when campaigning in home states will be crucial and cut lawmakers a little slack since they haven't had a pay increase in 15 years.
3 months ago
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House approves resolution condemning Harris as ‘border czar’
The resolution offers a glimpse into the Republican plan to campaign against Vice President Kamala Harris.
3 months ago
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Fact-checking Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's address to Congress
In a defiant speech that appeared to go off script at times, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu made several statements that were either false or missing context.
3 months ago
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Netanyahu calls on Congress to give bipartisan support to Israel
"Give us the tools faster and we'll finish the job faster," he said Wednesday.
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Sen. Laphonza Butler on VP Harris' presidential bid
Linsey Davis speaks with California Sen. Laphonza Butler on her friendship with Vice President Kamala Harris and the path forward for Harris' presidential campaign.
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Sen. Bob Menendez to resign following conviction in federal corruption trial
Menendez will resign his office on Aug. 20 following conviction in his federal corruption trial, multiple sources told ABC News.
3 months ago
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Schumer privately urged Biden to step aside in 2024 election: Sources
A spokesman told ABC News,"Leader Schumer conveyed the views of his caucus."
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NY congressmen push to enhance Secret Service protection for presidential candidates
Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-NY) and Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY) advocate for increased Secret Service protection for Joe Biden, Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
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Ripple effect Sen. Bob Menendez's conviction could have on the election
Sen. Bob Menendez was found guilty on all counts Tuesday in his federal corruption trial.
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Republicans fail to hold Merrick Garland in inherent contempt over Biden audio files
A Republican congresswoman’s effort to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in inherent contempt failed on Thursday.
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Democratic Senate candidates see fundraising boom even as Biden campaign loses donors
At least six Democratic Senate candidates have seen massive fundraising hauls in the second quarter of this year, which includes the time after the presidential debate.
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