Apr 10 Watch 4:17 House Republicans pass budget framework to begin work on Trump’s congressional agenda By Lisa Desjardins, Kyle Midura, Ali Schmitz In a dramatic vote, House Republicans passed a $5 trillion budget framework that kick-starts the process for President Trump’s agenda on Capitol Hill. It came less than a day after hardline conservatives refused to support it. Congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins… Continue watching
Apr 10 House GOP approves framework for Trump’s big budget bill after intense talks win over GOP holdouts By Lisa Mascaro, Kevin Freking, Associated Press Johnson worked into the night to satisfy conservative lawmakers who refused to support the plan. He and Senate Majority Leader John Thune assured conservatives they were on track seeking as much as $1.5 trillion in cuts. Continue reading
Apr 08 Watch 4:06 Amid tariff turmoil, House Republicans face critical moment for Trump’s agenda By Amna Nawaz, Lisa Desjardins Congress had its first full day back at work since the tariff-related market selloffs. For Republicans, they face a critical moment for Trump’s agenda on Capitol Hill. Lisa Desjardins reports on how those in office see the tariffs and the… Continue watching
Mar 27 White House withdraws Rep. Stefanik’s nomination for UN ambassador over GOP’s razor-thin majority in House By Farnoush Amiri, Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press The abrupt withdrawal reflects growing concern among House Republicans, led by Speaker Mike Johnson, that their historically slim majority could be at risk, particularly ahead of two special elections in Florida next week. Continue reading
Mar 25 Republicans consider action against judges as Trump rails against court rulings By Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press They have proposals to limit the reach of its rulings, cut funding and even impeach judges. House GOP leaders say all options are under consideration as they rush to rein in judges who are halting President Donald Trump's actions at… Continue reading
Mar 12 ‘In DOGE we trust’: House GOP embraces Trump and Musk’s efforts to cut government By Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press The Republicans who control Congress and the White House are governing at lightning speed — over the dismantling of the very government itself. Continue reading
Mar 10 Watch 3:59 GOP leadership tries to rally House votes for bill to avoid government shutdown By Lisa Desjardins, Ian Couzens The Republican stopgap spending proposal that would avert a government shutdown is up against the key hurdle of clearing the House Rules Committee. Then it faces an uphill climb before a possible vote on the House floor. Congressional correspondent Lisa… Continue watching
Mar 08 House Republicans unveil spending bill likely to draw opposition from Democrats By Kevin Freking, Associated Press Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., is teeing up the bill for a vote on Tuesday despite the lack of buy-in from Democrats, essentially daring them to vote against it and risk a shutdown. He also is betting that Republicans can muscle… Continue reading
Feb 26 Watch 8:36 ‘A lot of bloat’: Rep. Arrington defends GOP budget plan that slashes spending, cuts taxes By Amna Nawaz, Stephanie Kotuby, Murrey Jacobson, Alexa Gold When the House passed the Republican budget Tuesday night, it was an important step towards funding President Trump’s agenda. Their bill includes tax cuts totaling $4.5 trillion, spending cuts amounting to $1.5 to $2 trillion and about $3 trillion added… Continue watching
Feb 25 Watch 3:22 House Republicans struggle to pass budget advancing Trump’s agenda By Lisa Desjardins, Ian Couzens More drama is unfolding on Capitol Hill as House Republicans struggle to pass a budget that would advance President Trump's agenda. Congressional correspondent Lisa Desjardins reports. Continue watching