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John Parkinson

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth could face impeachment vote

2026-11-09 · assertive framing · Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth could face impeachment vote

Congress returns for crowded lame-duck session as Hegseth impeachment, government funding deadline loom As of Friday, the largest freshmen class since 1933 will be seated in the House.

2026-11-09 · assertive framing · Congress returns for crowded lame-duck session as Hegseth impeachment looms

Sen. Chris Murphy hospitalized after suffering a stroke, chief of staff says "We are optimistic he will make a full recovery," Murphy's chief of staff said.

2026-11-01 · assertive framing · Sen. Chris Murphy hospitalized after suffering a stroke, chief of staff says

These House races could determine which party is in control in the next Congress There are 16 races that ABC News rates as Tossup going into Election Day. All 435 seats in the House of Representatives are on the ballot when voters head to the polls on Nov. 3.

2026-10-30 · assertive framing · These House races could determine which party is in control in the next Congress

While Johnson and Republicans defend their legislative record amassed over the past two years -- including the Working Families Tax Cuts Act, formerly known as Trump's "One, Big Beautiful Bill" -- the closing message from the GOP has also starkly warned voters not to embrace “Mamdani madness," a reference to New York City's democratic socialist mayor and the success of some democratic socialist candidates in Democratic primaries this year.

2026-10-27 · assertive framing · Control of Congress is up for grabs. What's the math for Democrats and Republicans?

If you record, we will refer you to prosecutors," Harris told the reporter in a video captured by a Baltimore Banner photojournalist following his debate against Democratic opponent Dan Schwartz in Cambridge, Maryland.

2026-10-14 · assertive framing · Rep. Andy Harris threatens reporter with potential criminal charges for recording him

Iowa Republican Sen. Chuck Grassley, the oldest sitting U.S. senator, lamented the possibility that a Democratic governor could appoint his successor if he were to die in office, according to video of remarks he delivered late last week.

2026-09-28 · assertive framing · Chuck Grassley, oldest sitting senator, laments dying in office under a Dem governor

Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna is unveiling an ambitious nearly $1 trillion proposal on Friday calling for universal childcare as he continues crafting legislative policies that may ultimately serve as the cornerstones of a potential presidential campaign in 2028.

2026-09-25 · assertive framing · Rep. Ro Khanna unveils universal childcare proposal with eye on 2028

Congress returns for short stint before bolting again Although it put off its annual funding fight, there's still pressure to produce. Lawmakers from both chambers return to Washington this week for the final legislative push before the November midterm elections, the first time since July 23 that both chambers will be in Washington.

2026-09-15 · assertive framing · Military funding, AI and more: Congress returns for short stint before bolting again

After a vote series Friday morning, lawmakers will fly home for a district work period over the Labor Day holiday, as well as the Republican Midterm Convention in Dallas, Texas.

2026-09-06 · assertive framing · Johnson cancels House votes, leaving few days in session before midterms

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth could face impeachment vote

2026-11-09 · ABC News (US)

Congress returns for crowded lame-duck session as Hegseth impeachment looms

2026-11-09 · ABC News (US)

Sen. Chris Murphy hospitalized after suffering a stroke, chief of staff says

2026-11-01 · ABC News (US)

These House races could determine which party is in control in the next Congress

2026-10-30 · ABC News (US)

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Lauren Peller

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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth could face impeachment vote

2026-11-09 · assertive framing · Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth could face impeachment vote

Congress returns for crowded lame-duck session as Hegseth impeachment, government funding deadline loom As of Friday, the largest freshmen class since 1933 will be seated in the House.

2026-11-09 · assertive framing · Congress returns for crowded lame-duck session as Hegseth impeachment looms

Democratic U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens has endorsed Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers in Michigan's race for the U.S. Senate against Democratic nominee Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, she said Sunday – a stunning move after Stevens had previously said she would support El-Sayed.

2026-11-01 · assertive framing · Democratic Rep. Stevens endorses GOP candidate Mike Rogers in Michigan US Senate race

Sen. Chris Murphy hospitalized after suffering a stroke, chief of staff says "We are optimistic he will make a full recovery," Murphy's chief of staff said.

2026-11-01 · assertive framing · Sen. Chris Murphy hospitalized after suffering a stroke, chief of staff says

2026-10-30 · assertive framing · These House races could determine which party is in control in the next Congress

2026-10-14 · assertive framing · Rep. Andy Harris threatens reporter with potential criminal charges for recording him

2026-09-25 · assertive framing · Rep. Ro Khanna unveils universal childcare proposal with eye on 2028

Trump, House Speaker Johnson expected to meet with tech CEOs on AI next week: Sources The meeting comes as the leaders of some AI companies have issued warnings.

2026-09-25 · assertive framing · Trump, House Speaker Johnson expected to meet with tech CEOs on AI next week: Sources

The package would impose primary and secondary sanctions on Russia and other countries that support Russia in its invasion of Ukraine.

2026-09-17 · assertive framing · House passes Russia and Iran sanctions bill championed by Sen. Lindsey Graham

Iran war costs $38 billion as CBO warns of higher inflation, depleted weapons The nonpartisan agency describes the consequences of the war that will persist.

2026-09-15 · assertive framing · Iran war costs $38 billion as CBO warns of higher inflation, depleted weapons

Also by Lauren Peller