May 17 With no leader, commission overseeing virus relief struggles By Matthew Daly, Associated Press Four of the five members of the Congressional Oversight Commission have been appointed, but House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., have not agreed on a chair, leaving the commission rudderless as the federal government… Continue reading
May 16 It’s a work from home Congress as House approves proxy vote By Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press From now on, lawmakers will be allowed to cast House floor votes by proxy — without being “present” as the Constitution requires. The next step will allow them to skip the middle-man and simply vote remotely once leaders approve the… Continue reading
May 14 WATCH: Pelosi criticizes virus relief package slowdown By Alan Fram, Associated Press House Speaker Nancy Pelosi is criticizing Republicans for seeking to delay the next round of economic relief. Two days after Pelosi unveiled a new $3 trillion plan, the White House threatened that President Donald Trump would veto the measure. Continue reading
May 12 WATCH: Pelosi unveils $3 trillion coronavirus aid package By Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press “Not acting is the most expensive course," she said on Tuesday. Continue reading
May 07 WATCH: Pelosi says White House ‘buried’ CDC guidelines By Associated Press "We find out now that there was a CDC report that had much more comprehensive guidelines, and they buried it in the White House," said Pelosi. Continue reading
May 05 Pelosi pushes new virus package as GOP resists big spending By Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press Democrats say key to any plan to reopen the economy is robust testing for the virus. They are also expected to propose another round of direct cash aid for anxious Americans, funds for states to prevent layoffs and more money… Continue reading
May 02 Back in session: Senate risks a return but House stays away By Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press “We will continue to stand together for the American people — even as we stand 6 feet apart,” McConnell said ahead of the opening. Continue reading
Apr 30 Watch 3:15 News Wrap: Pelosi says she’s satisfied with Biden’s response to assault allegation In our news wrap Thursday, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi defended Joe Biden -- the Democratic Party’s presumptive presidential nominee -- against an allegation of sexual assault. Pelosi, who has endorsed Biden, said she's satisfied with his response to the claim. Continue watching
Apr 30 WATCH: Pelosi says $1 trillion needed to avert state, city layoffs from virus By Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Thursday up to $1 trillion is needed to shore up state and local governments for coronavirus costs, a stunning benchmark for the next aid package that's certain to run into opposition from Senate Republicans. Continue reading
Apr 29 WATCH: Pelosi, Clyburn announce members of Select Committee on the Coronavirus Crisis By Candice Norwood The 12-member committee will be led by Majority Whip James Clyburn and will include up to seven Democratic lawmakers and five Republican lawmakers. Continue reading