As Senate pushes to avert government shutdown, McCarthy starting overHe set up a test vote Friday, one day before Saturday’s shutdown deadline, on a far-right bill that would slash federal spending by 8% at many agencies.By Lisa Mascaro2 years ago
Military veterans defend American elections as poll workersRecruiting veterans to work as poll workers could harness the energy of veterans looking for new ways to serve their country.By Sonner Kehrt, The War Horse3 years ago
Federal labor nominees pass Senate committeePresident Joe Biden's three nominees to the Federal Labor Relations Authority passed Senate committee vote by a slim margin.By Jessie Bur4 years ago
GOP blocks bill to keep government going; new try aheadIn Monday night's vote, senators voted 50-48 against taking up the bill, well short of the 60 "yes" votes needed to proceed.By Zeke Miller, The Associated Press4 years ago
Capitol in chaos: Live updates for the national security communityA running timeline of defense-specific statements and events following the Jan. 6 invasion of Congress by a pro-Trump mob.By Defense News staff5 years ago
Congress overrides Trump veto of defense bill Congress has overridden President Donald Trump’s veto of a defense policy bill, a first by lawmakers since he took office nearly four years ago.5 years ago