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Debt ceiling: 2011 showdown leaves lessons for Biden, GOP

The Treasury Department has notified Congress that it’s time to again raise the nation’s debt ceiling, now at $31 trillion.

3 days ago

Leaders in flux as Congress returns with big post-election to-do list

The tumult playing out on Capitol Hill comes as Trump is poised to announce his 2024 bid for the White House on Tuesday.

By Lisa Mascaro

2 months ago

House Navy backer loses seat in midterms as other Democrats outperform

Several vulnerable Armed Services Democrats defied expectations and held onto their seats.

By Leo Shane III and Bryant Harris

3 months ago

As midterms approach, Americans are skeptical of federal government

Only 39% of people polled believe the federal government is effective at impacting people’s lives in a positive way.

By Federal Times staff

3 months ago

Pelosi vows more Ukraine aid amid brewing congressional fight

House Republicans say they'll look to scale back Ukraine aid if they win elections in the U.S. next month.

By Bryant Harris

3 months ago

Workers for 8 Democratic members of Congress file to hold union vote

The vote comes after the House of Representatives voted 217-202 in May to approve a resolution that recognizes congressional workers’ right to unionize.

6 months ago