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House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) is scrutinizing the Department of Defense's (DoD) compliance with a directive from President Trump.

Senator Capito leads hearing on Surface Transportation Reauthorization Bill principles

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, led a hearing focused on developing the Surface Transportation Reauthorization Bill.

Cantwell demands answers on halted lithium-ion battery safety proposal

U.S. Senators Maria Cantwell and Gary Peters have raised concerns over the Trump Administration's handling of a proposed safety rule by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) concerning lithium-ion batteries.

Scott seeks briefing from SEC & PCAOB on CCP's influence over US exchanges

Chairman Rick Scott of the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging and Chairman John Moolenaar of the U.S. House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) have reached out to Paul Atkins, chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange...

Senate Commerce Committee evaluates DOT safety agency nominees

In a recent Senate Commerce Committee nominations hearing, Chairman Ted Cruz commended President Trump and Secretary Duffy for prioritizing safety at the Department of Transportation (DOT).

Senators Wicker and Reed file FY26 National Defense Authorization Act

U.S. Senators Roger Wicker and Jack Reed have filed S. 2296, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (NDAA).

Senate passes VA Home Loan Program Reform Act aiding veteran homeowners

U.S. Senators Jerry Moran and Richard Blumenthal, along with U.S. Congressmen Mike Bost and Mark Takano, have announced the passage of H.R. 1815, the VA Home Loan Program Reform Act.

Senator Capito leads hearing on surface transportation reauthorization bill

Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito led a hearing on the Surface Transportation Reauthorization Bill, emphasizing its importance for economic development and job growth.

James Comer addresses Anthony Bernal's use of Fifth Amendment in deposition

House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer has commented on the recent deposition of Anthony Bernal, First Lady Jill Biden’s chief of staff.

Senate Republicans urge reversal of Biden’s Project Labor Agreements mandate

U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy and Katie Britt have led a group of 20 Senate Republicans in urging the Trump administration to overturn President Biden's rule on Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) for federal construction projects.

Cassidy addresses labor and health nominations during Senate hearing

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, addressed a hearing concerning three nominees from the Trump administration.

Cantwell criticizes proposed cuts to public broadcasting funding amid emergency alert concerns

In a recent speech from the Senate floor, U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) criticized Senate Republicans for their proposed rescission bill that aims to eliminate $1.1 billion in federal funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB).

Bipartisan coalition introduces SCORE Act for college athlete compensation

Today, a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers introduced the SCORE Act in Washington, D.C. The legislation aims to establish a national framework for Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) in college athletics.

Senator Markey introduces bill to halt layoffs at Small Business Administration

Ranking Member Edward J. Markey has introduced the Save Our Staff (SOS) Act, aiming to prevent workforce reductions at the Small Business Administration (SBA).

Senate HELP Committee to review Trump administration labor and health nominees

On July 16, the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee is scheduled to conduct a hearing for three nominees from the Trump administration.

House subcommittee approves FY26 national security funding bill

Today, the House Appropriations National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs Subcommittee convened to discuss its Fiscal Year 2026 bill.

House Committee announces fiscal year 2026 subcommittee budget allocations

House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole has announced updated subcommittee allocations for Fiscal Year 2026.

Senate committee to hold hearing for transportation department nominees

U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, who chairs the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, will hold a nominations hearing for Department of Transportation nominees.

Senate Agriculture Committee chair calls for nutrition assistance reforms

U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Chairman John Boozman has addressed the need for nutrition assistance reforms in an op/ed published in the Washington Reporter.

Senator Susan Collins voices concerns over OMB's unclear rescissions package