Nov 18 Watch 9:04 How Congress sees the fight against the Islamic State By PBS News Hour Lawmakers have spent the past few days being briefed on the Paris attacks and the threat posed to the U.S by the Islamic State. Rep. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., and Rep. Ed Royce, R-Calif., join Judy Woodruff to discuss the fight… Continue watching
Oct 23 After losing bet, congressman sings ‘Meet the Mets’ on House floor By Margaret Sessa-Hawkins After his baseball team, the Dodgers, lost to the New York Mets in a playoff series last week, Rep. Adam Schiff had to stand up on the floor of the House and sing “Meet the Mets” to House members. Continue reading
Oct 01 Obama administration eases policy on preventing civilian casualties in Iraq, Syria By Ken Dilanian, Associated Press WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama announced in May 2013 that no lethal strike against a terrorist would be authorized without "near-certainty that no civilians will be killed or injured." But amid unconfirmed reports of civilian casualties, the White House said… Continue reading