Top Democrat Jeffries says if government shuts down it’s because Republicans want that

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said Thursday that Democrats will not be “intimidated” by the Trump…

Democrats dig in on health care as threat of government shutdown looms

U.S. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) speaks to reporters as Senate Democratic leaders hold a…

What’s in the Senate’s version of Trump’s budget bill — and who stands to benefit

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) speaks at a press conference following the U.S. Senate…

Minnesota murder suspect visited four lawmakers’ homes the day of shootings, officials say

Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph H. Thompson announces plans to bring numerous federal charges, including murder, against…

Manhunt for suspect in shootings of Minnesota lawmakers continues for second day

Law enforcement officers with the River Valley Tactical Team, prepare to visit the home of Vance…

House Republican tax bill favors the rich — how much they stand to gain, and why

Staff members remove a sign following a press conference after the House passage of the tax…

Senate plans to vote on bill that would increase Social Security benefits for some pensioners

Cavan Images | Cavan | Getty Images Last month, Congress moved to take rare bipartisan action…