MAGA wants to be a colonial power First Venezuela, now Greenland: Trump is promoting an international Manifest Destiny updated for the 21st century Salon · Jan 7
Despite Concerns About Its Legality, Some Democrats Say Party Should 'Celebrate' Maduro's Capture According to reports, some Democrats reportedly questioned their party's response, suggesting privately that colleagues should be celebrating Maduro's capture rather than denouncing it. Latin Times · Jan 6
How did Capitol Hill mark the fifth anniversary of Jan. 6? - Roll Call Inside, Democrats tearfully shared memories of Jan. 6, 2021. Outside, pardoned rioters staged a rally, waving slogans like, “J6 was a setup.” Roll Call · Jan 6
Epstein survivors blast ‘unacceptable’ partial release of files as Congress members weigh legal options over DOJ’s missed deadline Lawmakers are drafting a resolution to find Attorney General Pam Bondi in inherent contempt for her handling of the Epstein files The Independent UK · Dec 23, 2025
Roll Call’s 2025 news photos of the year - Roll Call Roll Call’s photojournalists share their most memorable news images from the tumultuous and record-breaking year on Capitol Hill. Roll Call · Dec 18, 2025
Top Democrats call for investigation into share-buying spree by Trump allies Fossil fuel execs Robert Pender and Michael Sabel deny wrongdoing after report on potential conflict of interest The Guardian - US · Dec 13, 2025
Admiral Who Approved Second Strike on Venezuelan Survivors Described Steps Taken To Conduct The Operation: Report Reports about a double-tap strike against an alleged drug vessel noted that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth instructed the military to leave no survivors, prompting Adm. Mitch Bradley, then overseeing the mission under Joint Special Operations Command, to order a second strike to carry out that directive. Latin Times · Dec 12, 2025
Trump pushes affordability message at Pennsylvania rally amid mounting economic gloom President Donald Trump graded his economy ‘A plus-plus-plus-plus-plus’ as concerns over cost of living grow The Independent UK · Dec 9, 2025
Rand Paul demands Pete Hegseth testify ‘under oath’ after latest boat strike Rand Paul calls for missile strike video screened for representatives and senators on Capitol Hill Thursday to be shown to every American The Independent UK · Dec 5, 2025
Can Congress save itself? - Roll Call Despite its propensity for making itself look bad, some of the inner workings on Capitol Hill reveal lawmakers who are finding ways to work together. Can they cut through the noise and solve some real problems? Jason Dick and Justin Papp discuss the changing Congress and the people who make… Roll Call · Dec 4, 2025
The Latest: Lawmakers to hear from Navy admiral who ordered attack that killed boat strike survivors The Navy admiral who reportedly issued orders for the U.S. military to fire upon survivors of an attack on an alleged drug boat is expected on Capitol Hill to provide a classified briefing to top congressional lawmakers overseeing national security The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2025
Senate acts with lightning speed to pass Epstein files release after Trump gives green light The legislation passed with no objections, which means the the bill will go immediately to Trump’s desk once the House hands it over The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2025
'Guilty?' Trump Explodes At Reporter, Yells 'You Are The Worst!' Over Epstein Files President Trump erupts at journalists aboard Air Force One after fresh Epstein document releases, calling a reporter 'quiet, piggy' and sparking a new fight over transparency and temperament. International Business Times UK · Nov 18, 2025
‘Net neutral’: Shutdown unlikely to hobble Trump, former aides say - Roll Call Trump likely won't lose much ground on Capitol Hill or with voters after sitting out talks to end the government shutdown, sources said. Roll Call · Nov 13, 2025
Axios · Nov 13, 2025 Epstein files become a fiasco of Trump's own making Trump's reaction to the Epstein scandal is window into how he handles major controversies that invite criticism about his leadership.
Marie Claire · Nov 12, 2025 D.C.'s Dress Code Revolution Is Now in Session Inoffensive suits and American flag pins used to be the status quo. Now, Capitol Hill insiders are setting classic decorum aside for all-out expression.
The Conversation · Nov 10, 2025 What America’s divided and tumultuous politics of the late-19th century can teach us People trying to understand politics in the United States today often turn to history for precedents and perspective. Are our current divisions like the ones that preceded the American Revolution or the Civil War? Did the dramatic events of the 1960s generate the same kind of social and political forces…
The Guardian - US · Nov 6, 2025 Nancy Pelosi, a force on Capitol Hill for decades, to retire from Congress Decision marks the close of a storied 20-term congressional career for the first woman to serve as House speaker
Roll Call · Nov 5, 2025 Democrats see path back to power after Tuesday’s sweeping victories - Roll Call Democrats say Tuesday’s election victories will provide a jolt of momentum as the party gears up for next year’s midterm contests.
Roll Call · Nov 3, 2025 Trump allies see no need for bill weighing in on ballroom - Roll Call President Donald Trump's poll numbers have slipped as congressional allies defended his White House ballroom project.
The Guardian - US · Nov 2, 2025 A year after Trump won, why won’t Democrats change their playbook? The corporate-friendly party refuses to learn the lessons of the past decade. When will it implement a truly humane agenda?
The Independent UK · Oct 31, 2025 ‘This is moronic!’ Fox News host says briefings on boat strikes are unnecessary because ‘bad guys are dying’ ‘I don’t need a briefing. Bad guys are dying, I like it,’ Lawrence Jones declared on Friday.
Roll Call · Oct 29, 2025 They went to DC to intern on the Hill. Then came the shutdown - Roll Call For House interns who arrived in the fall, it’s been a strange semester, to say the least. Congressional offices are feeling it too.
Roll Call · Oct 29, 2025 Influencer or Hill staffer: Can you be both? - Roll Call “Maybe I work in Congress, but I also have other interests,” one former aide says.
Saving Advice · Oct 26, 2025 How Many People Actually Work for the U.S. Government? The Latest Shock Figure & What It Means for You When people imagine the U.S. government workforce, they often picture Washington bureaucrats and Capitol Hill staffers. But the federal employment network stretches far beyond D.C.—touching...