Sen. Dianne Feinstein Dies at 90
Sen. Dianne Feinstein, who was the oldest member of Congress has died at 90. Ms. Feinstein became a U.S. senator in 1992. She was reelected five times.
Biden Warns of Trump’s ‘Extremist Movement’ and Accuses Republicans of Silence
“But there is something dangerous happening in America. There is an extremist movement that does not share the basic beliefs of our democracy. The MAGA Movement.”
More Politicians Are Leaving the Democratic Party
This year has already seen 5 state lawmakers switch affiliation from Democrat to Republican. Last year, Sen. Kyrsten Sinema switched from Democrat to Independent.
US Rep. Lee Criticizes Newsom’s Choice to Replace Dianne Feinstein
U.S. Rep. Barbara Lee is “troubled” by Newsom’s decision to replace outgoing Sen. Feinstein with a caretaker if she resigns before the end of her term.
Nancy Pelosi Announces She’s Running for Reelection
Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.), the 83-year-old previous speaker of the House, announced on Sept. 8 that she is running for reelection when her term is up.
McConnell Vows to Finish Term as GOP Leader Amid Questions Over Health
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) responded to a question by saying that he has no plans to step down, despite recent health concerns.
Rep. Steve Scalise Diagnosed With Blood Cancer
House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) announced on Aug. 29 that he has been diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer.
Feinstein Makes Speech Mid-Vote, Until Staffer Steps In: ‘Just Say Aye’
During a Senate Appropriations Committee meeting, Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) confused colleagues when she launched into a speech mid-vote.
McConnell Responds After Freezing at Press Briefing, Prompting Concern
After beginning remarks at a press conference, Mitch McConnell appeared to freeze up, concerning colleagues and press and prompting colleagues to assist him.
Georgia Lawmaker Switches to Republican After Feuding With Former Democrat Colleagues Over School Choice,...
Georgia state House member Meisha Mainor switched from Democrat to Republican, after breaking with her former party over issues like school choice and policing.
The Influencer Who Came to Congress
The first Mexican-American representative from Florida and a MAGA conservative, Anna Paulina Luna parlayed a huge online following into a seat in Congress.
Old Yeller: Biden’s Private Fury
Biden has such a quick-trigger temper that some aides try to avoid meeting alone with him. Some take a colleague, almost as a shield against a solo blast.
