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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
FILE — Mike Lawler speaks during a news conference, Nov. 9, 2022, in New City, N.Y. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, File)
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
VIDEO: FEMA says it will run out of money if Congress doesn't act
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
President Joe Biden provides an update on the federal government's response to Hurricanes Milton and Helene, at the White House, Oct. 11, 2024, in Washington.
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
House speaker Mike Johnson and President Joe Biden.
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
In this combination photo, Kari Lake speaks in Dallas, Aug. 5, 2022, left, and Rep. Ruben Gallego is seen in the Capitol in Washington, DC, July 14, 2022.
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
Congressional redistricting in North Carolina, New York, Louisiana, Alabama and Georgia could affect the race to control the U.S. House of Representatives in 2024
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
How 538's new 2024 presidential election forecast works.
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
Introducing 538's 2024 House forecast
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
California Senate debate: Steve Garvey and Adam Schiff, tonight, Oct. 8 2024 at 8p ET
October 7, 2024 at 10:00 AM
Representative Elise Stefanik, a Republican from New York, during a House Education and the Workforce Committee hearing in Washington, DC, Dec. 5, 2023.
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
Pro-Israel groups spent big  on Democratic primaries in 2024, including to oppose Squad members Jamaal Bowman and Cori Bush.
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
Stephen Gruver, left, and Evelyn and Jim Piazza speak with ABC News' Janai Norman in an interview that aired Sept. 25, 2017, on "Good Morning America."
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
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson meets with reporters after a closed-door caucus with fellow Republicans, at the Capitol in Washington, Sept. 24, 2024.
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
Members of the US Secret Service look on as former President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump arrives to speak during a campaign rally at the Aero Center in Wilmington, North Carolina, Sept. 21, 2024.
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
Rep. Anthony D'Esposito speaks at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York, Sept. 18, 2024.
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
538 has released polling averages for key 2024 U.S. Senate races.
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
VIDEO: House leaders unveil bill with added Secret Service funding to avert shutdown
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
Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA) leaves a House Republican conference meeting in the Longworth House Office Building on Capitol Hill on Oct. 24, 2023 in Washington, DC.
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
Donald Trump speaks to the Israeli American Council in Washington, DC, on Sept. 19, 2024
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: House votes down Speaker Johnson's funding plan as shutdown deadline approaches
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
This photo provided by NASA shows mathematician Katherine Johnson in 1966.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer offers remarks following the Senate Democrat policy luncheon at the Capitol, Sept. 10, 2024.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Democratic whip Katherine Clark speaks out on government funding battle
1 month ago

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
1 month ago
House Speaker Mike Johnson talks to attendees of a campaign event for Republican U.S. House candidate Yvette Herrell of New Mexico in Las Cruces, N.M., Aug. 21, 2024.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Speaker Johnson pulls vote on stopgap bill for short-term government funding
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) waves from the stage during Day 2 of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Aug. 20, 2024.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
In this undated file photo, the US Capitol building is shown in Washington, D.C.
2 months ago

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."
2 months ago
Mark Zuckerberg, chief executive officer of Meta Platforms Inc., arrives at federal court in San Jose, Calif., Dec. 20, 2022.
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Congresswoman Delbene on Democrats flipping the house
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Wisconsin Senate nominee Eric Hovde talks the current political climate
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
In this Dec. 8, 2022 file photo, Rep. Cori Bush, D-Mo., speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill in Washington.
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Nancy Pelosi talks new book, ‘The Art of Power’
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
In this Dec. 8, 2022 file photo, Rep. Cori Bush, D-Mo., speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill in Washington.
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer offers remarks following the Senate Democrats policy luncheon at the U.S. Capitol, on July 30, 2024, in Washington., D.C.
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
U.S. Senate candidate Kari Lake, R-Ariz., takes questions at a news conference, Feb. 29, 2024, in Phoenix.
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Senate passes landmark legislation to protect kids online
2 months ago

Affordable childcare, online protection gain bipartisan support

ABC News’ Elizabeth Schulze explains the latest pressing issues on Capitol Hill.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Affordable childcare, online protection gain bipartisan support
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Senate passes child online safety bill
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
Acting Director of the U.S. Secret Service, Ronald L. Rowe, Jr. and Deputy Director of the FBI Paul Abbate appear before a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on the attempted assassination of Republican presidential nominee and former U.S. President Donald Trump, July 30, 2024, in Washington.
3 months ago

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
VIDEO: By the numbers: House members take a 6-week summer recess
3 months ago

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
VIDEO: House approves resolution condemning Harris as ‘Border Czar’
3 months ago

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
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses a joint meeting of Congress in the chamber of the House of Representatives at the U.S. Capitol, on July 24, 2024, in Washington, D.C.
3 months ago

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.
3 months ago
Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's Prime Minister, speaks during a joint meeting of Congress with Speaker Mike Johnson and Senator Ben Cardin behind him at the US Capitol in Washington, July 24, 2024.
3 months ago

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.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Senator Laphonza Butler on VP Harris' presidential bid
3 months ago

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
VIDEO: Sen. Bob Menendez to resign following conviction in federal corruption trial
3 months ago

Schumer privately urged Biden to step aside in 2024 election: Sources

A spokesman told ABC News,"Leader Schumer conveyed the views of his caucus."
3 months ago
President Joe Biden and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer greet guests during a celebration for Jewish American Heritage Month at the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington, D.C., on May 20, 2024.
3 months ago

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.
3 months ago
VIDEO: NY congressmen push for more Secret Service for presidential candidates
3 months ago

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.
3 months ago
VIDEO: Ripple effect Sen. Bob Menendez's conviction could have on the election
3 months ago

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.
3 months ago
US Attorney General Merrick Garland delivers remarks during the Commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the 1964 Civil Rights Act at the US Department of Justice on July 9, 2024 in Washington, DC.
3 months ago

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.
3 months ago
In this Oct. 20, 2018, file photo, Senate candidate Jacky Rosen introduces former Vice President Joe Biden as he campaigns for Nevada Democratic candidates during a rally in Las Vegas.