Capitol Hill

The Trump administration has greenlit legislation to impose penalties on buyers of Russian oil and gas. The bill, introduced by Sen. Lindsey Graham, has over 80 senator supporters but has languished on Capitol Hill as President Trump seeks to negotiate an end to a four-year-long war.

The 21st Century Road to Housing Act is set to become law without President Donald Trump’s signature. The legislation passed Congress with bipartisan support and aims to increase housing supply, reduce costs, and block investors from purchasing single-family homes. Trump withheld his signature, citing 'protest,' and the bill will take effect Saturday if he takes no action.

The H-2A visa program for farm laborers is growing rapidly, prompting Republicans on Capitol Hill to discuss expanding it. However, they face obstacles despite the program's popularity.

Jordan Wood, a former Capitol Hill staffer, has entered the Maine Senate race for the Democratic nomination following Graham Platner's withdrawal. He aims to build on Platner's populist movement while distancing himself from his Washington ties, facing competition from candidates like Nirav Shah and Troy Jackson.

Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are demanding an investigation after an ICE officer fatally shot a Mexican immigrant in Houston. The incident occurred during a vehicle stop as part of a targeted operation, with the driver identified as Lorenzo Salgado Araujo.

Justices Kagan and Barrett will testify before Congress next week regarding the Supreme Court's budget request, including a boost in security funding. President Donald Trump has petitioned the Supreme Court to reconsider its rejection of his appeal in a $5 million verdict case. A poll indicates 50% of Americans disapprove of the Supreme Court's job handling.

Artemis moon astronauts visited Capitol Hill as part of a space-related event. The occasion coincided with the 'Space photo of the day' for July 6, 2026.

A white supremacist group, Patriot Front, marched through Washington D.C.’s Eastern Market neighborhood on Saturday during the nation’s 250th independence anniversary. Members wore khakis, white face coverings, and caps bearing the group’s logo, gathering near Union Station and marching through Capitol Hill as reported by WTOP.

Hundreds of masked members of the white supremacist organization Patriot Front marched with the Confederate flag in Washington DC on the Fourth of July. The group, led by founder Thomas Rousseau, gathered at Union Station and marched toward Capitol Hill.

Hundreds of masked members of the white supremacist organization Patriot Front marched in Washington DC on the Fourth of July, carrying banners including the Confederate flag. The group, led by Thomas Rousseau, gathered at Union Station and marched toward Capitol Hill.

White nationalists marched at Union Station and Capitol Hill on July Fourth, chanting anti-immigrant slogans and carrying Confederate flags. The group is linked to a white supremacist organization that originated from the 2017 Unite the Right rally in Charlottesville, Virginia. D.C. police and the National Guard monitored the event.

White Nationalists marched in Washington during the 250th anniversary celebrations. The group, wearing clothing associated with the Patriot Front organization, assembled near Capitol Hill before departing the district.

Rep. Tom Kean returned to Congress after a months-long absence, apologizing to constituents and colleagues but not answering press questions. The reason for his absence remains unclear, according to a report by Lisa Desjardins.

The mother of a murdered Loyola University student spoke at a Capitol Hill hearing on sanctuary city policies. The event occurred on Tuesday.

Rep. Tom Kean returned to Congress after a four-month absence caused by depression, as reported by CBS News.

Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. returned to Capitol Hill after a four-month absence, during which he sought hospital testing for health concerns. He addressed the Speaker on Capitol Hill on Tuesday to explain his return.

Rep. Tom Kean Jr. returned to Capitol Hill after a months-long absence, citing depression as the cause. He stated he has been battling depression much of the year.

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas was seen on Capitol Hill as the court released opinions before its summer recess. He was accompanied by a Metropolitan Police Department officer and another man while walking through the House side of the Capitol, where he spoke to MS NOW’s Mychael.

A reader praised firefighters from Station 25 on Capitol Hill for giving a tour to their grandchild and commended their community work. They also criticized a bicyclist for nearly colliding with them.

Candidates who believe Israel has committed genocide in Gaza won significant primary elections in New York, leading to a potential shift in the Democratic Party's stance. The victories in New York City primaries ousted two incumbent House Democrats and replaced a retiring member with progressives supported by Zohran Mamdani.

President Trump returned to the White House Correspondents' Dinner venue where a shooter was stopped by Secret Service. He is now focused on maintaining his party's control on Capitol Hill and commemorating the country's 250th anniversary.

The Trump administration is facing a lawsuit over delays in renewing the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program. Supporters of DACA gathered on Capitol Hill in 2022.

Senate Republicans rejected a war powers resolution in a late-night vote after Donald Trump pressured them over opposition to his war on Iran. The vote followed a previous day's action where senators allowed a measure to block Trump's conflict.

President Donald Trump and Sen. Bill Cassidy had a heated exchange during a private lunch, with Trump reportedly calling Cassidy a 'lunatic' after the senator criticized the lack of public communication about Iran policy. Cassidy, who voted for a war powers resolution against Iran, argued that objectives had not been achieved, and Trump referenced Cassidy's recent primary election loss during the confrontation.

President Donald Trump's visit to Capitol Hill is rekindling a feud with one Republican senator. The article highlights a confrontation between Trump and Sen. Cassidy during Trump's Capitol Hill appearance.

A federal judge has blocked Trump from enforcing a proof of citizenship requirement for voting. Trump is meeting with Republican senators who are frustrated with his efforts to shift their agenda.

A federal judge has blocked Trump from implementing a proof of citizenship requirement for voting. Trump is meeting with Republican senators who are frustrated with his efforts to divert their agenda.

A federal judge has blocked Trump from implementing a proof of citizenship requirement for voting. Trump is meeting with Republican senators who are frustrated with his efforts to shift their agenda.

President Trump canceled plans to sign a bipartisan housing bill hours before the scheduled event, demanding Congress prioritize his voter ID legislation instead. House Republican leaders had praised the housing bill as a bipartisan achievement aligned with Trump's policy goals, but the president labeled it as 'minor importance' compared to his Save America Act.

President Trump is meeting with Republican senators frustrated by his agenda interference, including pressure on a voting bill and blocking nominees. He is also hosting a campaign-style 250th anniversary rally on the National Mall and directing the Justice Department to investigate oil companies over gas prices.

President Donald Trump is meeting with Republican senators at the Capitol Hill. The senators are frustrated with his efforts to divert their agenda.

President Donald Trump is meeting with Republican senators who have grown frustrated with his efforts to divert their agenda. The senators' frustration stems from Trump's actions affecting their legislative priorities.

President Donald Trump is meeting with Republican senators who have become increasingly frustrated with his attempts to shift their agenda. The senators are expressing their discontent over his efforts to divert their legislative priorities.

President Donald Trump is meeting with Republican senators who are frustrated with his efforts to divert their agenda.

The US Congress has ordered Trump to withdraw troops involved in a conflict with Iran. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer participated in a press conference with Senate Democratic leaders following a policy lunch on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC.

President Donald Trump met with Republican senators at the Capitol to address growing frustrations over his agenda, including a voting bill lacking support and blocking a nominee. Tensions include demands for legislative changes and funding for his White House ballroom, alongside conflicts with Senate Majority Leader John Thune and other senators.

Olympian Jessie Diggins and other athletes are visiting Capitol Hill to advocate for climate change solutions through the group 'Protect Our Winters.' They aim to address concerns about the EPA's recent weakening of environmental regulations and promote bipartisan efforts to strengthen protections. The coalition includes athletes, scientists, and storytellers meeting with lawmakers to discuss long-term climate policies.

Olympian Jessie Diggins and other athletes visited Capitol Hill with Protect Our Winters to advocate for climate solutions, emphasizing concerns over weakened EPA regulations under President Donald Trump. The group aims to promote bipartisan efforts to strengthen environmental protections, highlighting the impact of climate change on winter sports and future generations.

President Donald Trump is meeting with Republican senators at the Capitol. The senators have grown increasingly frustrated with his efforts to divert their agenda.

President Trump and Republican senators are set to meet on Capitol Hill to discuss the SAVE America Act and the Iran peace deal, with tensions expected to be high as they face a potential collision over these issues.