Biden alums could boost their House ranks in midterm elections - Roll Call A handful of federal employees who helped carry out the Biden administration’s policy priorities are seeking House seats in 2026. Roll Call · Jun 4, 2025
Time and voters will determine who is right in current Medicaid fight - Roll Call Over a year from the 2026 midterms, it's too soon to say if Medicaid changes will prove politically popular or hurt Republicans in Congress. Roll Call · Jun 4, 2025
White House bid to cut funding could spell trouble for Smithsonian American Latino museum - Roll Call Backers of a planned Smithsonian museum honoring American Latinos are concerned the president's budget proposes to end money for the project. Roll Call · Jun 4, 2025
Democrats search for winning message in New Jersey gubernatorial primary - Roll Call New Jersey’s Democratic primary for governor represents a big test for the party as it looks to reset after a disappointing 2024. Roll Call · Jun 4, 2025
16 million lose insurance under budget bill, other policies: CBO - Roll Call Estimate comes as Senate Republicans began conference-wide briefings Wednesday on how they plan to modify the $2.4 trillion House package. Roll Call · Jun 4, 2025
CBO sees lower deficits from tariffs, but with big caveats - Roll Call The analysis came before federal court decisions on tariffs last week and doesn’t account for potential changes to tariff policy. Roll Call · Jun 4, 2025
Senators debate vetting process as judicial confirmation hearings start - Roll Call Leaders on the Senate Judiciary Committee sparred Wednesday about the American Bar Association's role in reviewing judicial nominations. Roll Call · Jun 4, 2025
CBO pegs 'big, beautiful' bill price tag at $2.4T - Roll Call The House GOP budget bill would increase deficits and result in nearly 11 million individuals losing access to health insurance, CBO found. Roll Call · Jun 4, 2025
The ‘predicament and necessity’ of documentary movies - Roll Call Jason Dick talks to Sky Sitney, co-founder of DC/DOX, about this year’s documentary festival, as well as how grants being canceled and studios pulling back on the genre are playing out as both challenge and opportunity. Show Notes: Roll Call · Jun 4, 2025
Capitol Police union comes out hard against acting Chief Gallagher - Roll Call The union called on the police board to rescind the interim appointment of acting Chief Sean Gallagher, saying he “fails to meet the standard.” Roll Call · Jun 3, 2025
Senators spar over nationwide injunctions stopping Trump policies - Roll Call Republicans on the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday aired grievances about district court rulings against the Trump administration. Roll Call · Jun 3, 2025
Interior eyes Land and Water Conservation Fund for maintenance - Roll Call The Interior Department wants Congress to authorize use of the Land and Water Conservation Fund for maintenance. Roll Call · Jun 3, 2025
Ex-GOP lawmaker's IRS nomination advances in Senate - Roll Call Democrats cited Billy Long's ties to firms hawking phony tax credits, but Republicans backed him on a party-line committee vote. Roll Call · Jun 3, 2025
Tariffs, Ukraine war to top agenda as Trump huddles with German chancellor - Roll Call President Trump and German Chancellor Merz will talk tariffs, automobiles and Russia-Ukraine when they meet at the White House on Thursday. Roll Call · Jun 3, 2025
Roll Call · Jun 3, 2025 TRIO cuts emerge as Education budget sticking point - Roll Call Senators from both parties challenged Education Secretary Linda McMahon on Tuesday about proposed cuts to college student aid programs.
Roll Call · Jun 3, 2025 Virginia governor sets Sept. 9 special election to fill Connolly’s seat - Roll Call The special election to complete the late Rep. Gerald E. Connolly’s term will be held on Sept. 9, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin said Tuesday.
Roll Call · Jun 2, 2025 New York Lt. Gov. Delgado challenging boss, Gov. Kathy Hochul, in 2026 - Roll Call New York Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado is challenging his boss, Gov. Kathy Hochul, in the Democratic primary next year.
Roll Call · Jun 2, 2025 Homeland Security posts, then deletes, sanctuary jurisdictions list - Roll Call The Department of Homeland Security has taken down a website it announced last week with a list of sanctuary jurisdictions.
Roll Call · Jun 2, 2025 A new, ‘more evergreen’ mural is coming to the halls of Longworth - Roll Call Gone is the face of Kevin McCarthy that once featured so prominently in the Longworth basement. In its place will be images of familiar Capitol scenery.
Roll Call · Jun 2, 2025 Democrat challenges Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst days after ‘We’re all going to die’ remark - Roll Call Sen. Joni Ernst drew a high-profile opponent after telling a constituent concerned about potential Medicaid cuts, “We’re all going to die.”
Roll Call · Jun 2, 2025 Foreign national pleads guilty in connection to 'swatting' incidents - Roll Call A man pleaded guilty Monday to charges related to “swatting” incidents that targeted members of Congress and others, the DOJ announced.
Roll Call · Jun 2, 2025 Capitol Lens | ‘Peanut’ plaza - Roll Call Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser greets a youngster during a ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday for the new Mamie “Peanut” Johnson Plaza.
Roll Call · Jun 2, 2025 Congressional agencies look for boost amid government downsizing - Roll Call Legislative branch agencies are generally asking for funding hikes during an era when the White House is slashing spending.
Roll Call · Jun 2, 2025 Reconciliation headaches in Senate - Roll Call This episode of CQ Budget looks at the fissures in the GOP reconciliation debate and the constitutional fight over the power of the purse.
Roll Call · Jun 2, 2025 A look at key flashpoints in the coming Senate reconciliation debate - Roll Call A look at key flashpoints in the coming Senate reconciliation debate - Uncategorized