U.S. Congress

Republicans Try To Block 4 Million Workers From Getting Overtime Pay

A congressional resolution would kill a new Labor Department rule that would guarantee time-and-a-half pay for more workers when they log over 40 hours.
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Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu Set To Address Congress

Democratic lawmakers who are more critical of Netanyahu’s strategy are expected to be no-shows for the address.
By Farnoush Amiri and Mary Clare Jalonick, AP

Bernie Sanders Says It’s Wrong To ‘Honor’ Netanyahu With Congressional Address

“What we are seeing now is starvation and famine impacting thousands and thousands of children,” the Vermont lawmaker told NBC.
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Nuclear Testing Victims’ Compensation Program Only Days Away From Lapsing

Advocates had been hoping to expand the program, but even an extension of the existing program appears difficult before a June 10 deadline.
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Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee Diagnosed With Pancreatic Cancer

“By God’s grace, I will be back at full strength soon,” the Texas Democrat wrote. “Please keep me and my family in your prayers.”
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8 GOP Senators Say They’ll Slow Senate Even Further Because Of Trump Verdict

The threat could have an impact on the fall spending showdown and White House nominations ahead.
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U.S. Leaders Invite Netanyahu To Deliver An Address To Congress

The invitation has reportedly been in the works for some time.
By Lisa Mascaro and Mary Clare Jalonick, AP

After Trump Conviction, GOP Lawmakers Attack U.S. Justice System

Republicans claim the twice-impeached former president is the victim of a vast left-wing conspiracy.
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Opinion: Why Do Conservatives Who Claim To Love The Military Support Someone Who Doesn't?

Memorial Day serves as a reminder that those who support Trump aren't as patriotic as they pretend to be.
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How A Diss During A Hearing Led To A Breakthrough Bipartisan Ethics Bill

The unlikely duo of Reps. Katie Porter (D-Calif.) and James Comer (R-Ky.) co-sponsored a bill that would impose more rules on presidents and their families.
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