Congress

What to Know About the Senate Confirmation Process

While Trump cannot formally submit nominations until he is president, the Senate committees can and will hold hearings.

More Interest Rate Cuts Possible Even Under Trump Tariffs, Fed Governor Says

Federal Reserve Gov. Christopher J. Waller is backing more interest rate cuts even if higher tariffs are imposed on imports, a proposal pushed forward by Trump.
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Tulsi Gabbard Says She Now Supports Controversial Surveillance Law

Tulsi Gabbard, Trump’s nominee to director of national intelligence, supports reauthorizing Section 702 of FISA—a controversial statute she previously opposed.

Lawmakers Propose Amendment to Congressional Term Limits

Senator Ted Cruz and Rep. Ralph Norman have introduced joint resolutions in the Senate and House respectively, calling for congressional term limits.
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Senators Introduce ‘Lock the Clock’ Bill to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent

Lawmakers have revived efforts to make daylight saving time permanent, clashing with sleep experts who advocate for standard time for improved health.

Trump Wants Quick Action on His Agenda—Can Congress Deliver?

Congressional Republicans intend to use the budget reconciliation process to fund Trump’s second-term agenda within 100 days of his inauguration.
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House Passes Laken Riley Act, First Bill of New Congress

House passed the Laken Riley Act with a vote of 264–159. Almost all Republicans and 48 Democrats united to push the bill through the lower chamber of Congress.
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House Speaker Details GOP Plan to Raise Debt Ceiling in Sweeping Reconciliation Bill

Congressional Republicans plan to raise nation’s borrowing limit through party-line reconciliation bill designed to encompass Trump’s policy priorities.