Thirty-one Democrats joined Republicans in voting to rescind a local law, in a demonstration of the political power of crime as an issue. The president, who had opposed the measure, now says he will sign it.
Author: Carl Hulse
Republicans Use Arcane Political Tactic to Thwart Democrats
The party has used resolutions of disapproval to confound President Biden and Democrats, forcing them to make tough decisions and debate issues they would prefer to avoid.
Biden Could Face Veto Test Over Contentious D.C. Crime Bill
Legislation blocking a new crime law in the District of Columbia has drawn bipartisan support in the House, and Senate Republicans are working to win over Democrats.
Scott Drops Social Security From Plan as G.O.P. Retreats From Entitlement Cuts
The backtracking by the Florida Republican came after bipartisan criticism and signaled how the G.O.P. has pulled away from calls to overhaul the nation’s entitlement programs.
Defending Plan to Re-evaluate Social Security, Rick Scott Fuels G.O.P. Feud
The Florida Republican is facing off with Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, the minority leader, and others in his party over what his campaign plan meant, while President Biden capitalizes on the spat.
With Legislative Prospects Dim, Democrats to Highlight Past Bills
Senator Chuck Schumer says the party’s main priority will be to make certain that sweeping laws of the past two years are implemented — and that Democrats get credit.
Mishandling of Classified Information Has Congress Asking Questions
Lawmakers are seeking answers on why the executive branch is not as careful about protecting classified information as they are required to be on Capitol Hill.
The ‘Reid Machine’ Rolls On
Top aides to the relentless former majority leader helped win crucial Senate seats and are now scattered through the Democratic apparatus.
Months Before a Potential Crisis, Both Parties Kick Off a Fiscal Blame Game
As the Treasury Department begins taking steps to avoid hitting the debt limit, Republicans and Democrats are positioning themselves politically for a drawn-out fight.
Republicans Prepare New Rules, but Fixing Congress Isn’t So Easy
History suggests that the procedural plans of the new House Republican majority are likely to lead to more gridlock and legislative instability, not less.