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Politics Aug 06
Chuck Schumer, No. 3 Senate Democrat, to oppose Obama’s Iran nuclear dealNew York Sen. Chuck Schumer said in a statement that there is a real risk that Iran will not moderate and will use the pact to pursue its nefarious goals.
Politics Jul 08
Pope’s speech to Congress to be broadcast on National MallPope Francis' historic speech to Congress in September will be broadcast on Jumbotrons on the National Mall.
Politics May 21
Paul commandeers Senate for nearly 11 hours to protest Patriot ActRepublican presidential candidate Rand Paul commandeered the Senate floor Wednesday to deliver a nearly 11 hours-long protest against renewal of the Patriot Act, calling the post-Sept. 11 law government intrusion on Americans' privacy.
Politics Mar 27
Senate veteran Harry Reid announces he won’t seek re-electionWASHINGTON -- Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid announced Friday he will not run for another term in 2016, saying he wanted to focus on bringing Democrats back to power in the Senate rather than his own re-election.
Politics Mar 17
After ‘Downton Abbey’ scandal, Rep. Aaron Schock to resign from CongressRepublican Rep. Aaron Schock of Illinois says he's resigning his House seat amid questions about his spending.
Politics Mar 05
Republicans and Democrats push Obama to provide lethal aid to UkraineWASHINGTON — House Speaker John Boehner and a group of top Democrats and Republicans stepped up the pressure on President Barack Obama to provide lethal, defensive weapons to Ukraine in its fight against Russian-backed separatists.
Politics Mar 02
Sen. Barbara Mikulski expected to announce her retirementWASHINGTON — Democratic officials say Sen. Barbara Mikulski, the longest serving woman in the history of Congress, is ready to announce her retirement.
Politics Feb 12
Senate confirms Carter as next defense secretaryThe vote Thursday was 93-5 for Ash Carter. He'll replace Chuck Hagel and be Obama's fourth defense secretary in six years.
Politics Feb 12
Senate on track to confirm Ashton Carter for Pentagon chiefWASHINGTON — The Senate is on track to confirm President Barack Obama's pick to run the Pentagon.
Politics Feb 04
Israeli ambassador meets with Senate Democrats after Netanyahu speech offends White HouseIsrael's ambassador to the United States got an earful from seven House Democrats on Wednesday.