Sep 13 Trump wants lawmakers to ‘move fast’ on taxes By Associated Press WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is pushing lawmakers to "move fast" on a tax overhaul. Continue reading
Sep 13 Top Democrats say Flynn left Mideast trip off security clearance By Chad Day and Stephen Braun, Associated Press WASHINGTON — Former business associates of Michael Flynn have told lawmakers that he traveled to the Middle East in 2015 as part of a private proposal to build nuclear power plants across the region, a trip that the former Trump… Continue reading
Sep 12 Watch Rep. Meadows: Trump debt ceiling deal with Democrats was a ‘necessary evil’ By PBS News Hour President Trump's decision to side with Democrats on the debt ceiling deal frustrated critics on the right, including North Carolina Rep. Mark Meadows, who was one of 90 House Republicans to vote against a package to fund the government and… Continue watching
Sep 12 Watch 5:43 What’s been happening in the Russia probe? Here’s what we know By PBS News Hour, Nick Schifrin Although the Russia investigation hasn't been dominating the news in recent days, it’s far from over and even ramping up. Recent developments have revealed tools Russia used to meddle in the election, new information about President Trump's business interests, plus… Continue watching
Sep 12 Pelosi, White House official say they’re open to compromise on border security By Erica Werner, Ken Thomas, Associated Press WASHINGTON — The top House Democrat and a senior White House official both indicated Tuesday they are open to compromise on border security to expedite legislation to help immigrants brought here illegally as children. Continue reading
Sep 12 There have been 4 sex scandal investigations tied to Oklahoma politics this year. Here’s where they stand By Associated Press An Oklahoma state senator was arrested and a former governor's aide was charged Tuesday in separate investigations linked to sex scandals. These are the latest allegations to come out about Oklahoma's ruling Republican lawmakers and others with close ties to… Continue reading
Sep 12 House Freedom Caucus chairman downplays rumored rift with Ryan By Jessica Yarvin Rep. Mark Meadows said in a PBS NewsHour interview that the conservative House Freedom Caucus was working closely with House Speak Paul Ryan on a number of legislative issues. Continue reading
Sep 12 America’s long, complicated history with tax reform By Lisa Desjardins Republicans in Congress are attempting to overhaul the nation’s tax code, but it’s not an easy task. With the current tax overhaul effort in mind, it’s a good time to look at the United States’ history with taxes, especially income… Continue reading
Sep 12 Does the White House have adequate legal authority to fight ISIS? By Richard Lardner, Associated Press Many congressional Republicans and Democrats have been clamoring for Congress to approve a new authorization for the use of military force. But they're moving too slowly for Paul, who's demanding the deadline to ensure faster action. Continue reading
Sep 12 White House says it’s hopeful for tax bill by year’s end By Martin Crutsinger, Associated Press White House legislative director Marc Short says its principles for the tax overhaul will be released "in a matter of days, not weeks."… Continue reading