Backers of the legislation said they were not giving up as they shifted focus to the need to “restore” the Senate.
Author: Carl Hulse
Republicans Set to Block Voting Bill Again, Raising Stakes on Filibuster
Lawmakers and activists are becoming increasingly alarmed that the proposed legislation will stall and put Democrats at a disadvantage in coming elections.
Republicans Set to Block Voting Bill Again, Raising Stakes on Filibuster
Lawmakers and activists are becoming increasingly alarmed that the proposed legislation will stall and put Democrats at a disadvantage in coming elections.
Democrats Plan Another Bid to Break G.O.P. Voting Rights Filibuster
Senator Chuck Schumer, the top Democrat, announced he would force another vote next week to bring legislation to the floor despite a Republican blockade.
In Budget Bill, Democrats Bet the Temporary Will Become Permanent
The authors of the sprawling legislation believe that even if the new programs are temporary, their benefits will become so popular that Congress will keep them. History shows they are probably right.
Lurching From Crisis to Crisis, Congress Is Addicted to Cliffs
Lawmakers almost never act until they absolutely must — and even then, they usually punt.
Biden and Pelosi Work the Congressional Baseball Game
The game was a respite from partisan division and high drama on Capitol Hill, but talks continued from the stands and dugouts.
House Approves Measure to Protect Abortion Rights
The Women’s Health Protection Act is unlikely to advance in the Senate, but its passage reflected a sense of urgency by Democrats to maintain abortion access nationwide.
Grassley Will Run for 8th Term in Senate
The Republican senator, 88, is the former head of two high-profile committees and will spare his party a bitter primary fight to succeed him.
House Plans to Vote on Abortion Rights Bill
The measure has little chance of becoming law, but its consideration reflects a view among Democrats that the issue could resonate in midterm congressional elections.