Congressional baseball game
Coverage of Congressional baseball game in the Nexus archive.
- Republican unveils Declaration of Independence bill ahead of America's 250th birthday
A Republican lawmaker introduced a bill to reaffirm the Declaration of Independence ahead of America's 250th birthday, citing the need to counter socialist ideas gaining traction. The legislation follows a congressional tradition of marking national anniversaries with the founding document, with references to specific Democratic candidates and their policies.
- Republican unveils Declaration of Independence bill ahead of America's 250th birthday
Rep. Matt Van Epps introduced a bill to reaffirm the Declaration of Independence ahead of America's 250th birthday, citing rising socialist influence in the Democratic Party. The legislation follows a congressional tradition of marking national anniversaries with the founding document and aims to emphasize America's founding principles against leftist ideologies.
- Congressional baseball game offers longstanding traditions, and plenty of confusion
The annual Congressional baseball game features repeated uniform numbers among Republican and Democratic players, creating confusion for spectators. The event, held at Nats Park, is a charity fundraiser that raised over $3.2 million and attracted 32,000 attendees. Fox Sports broadcasts the game with a production team comparable to major league coverage.
- Congressional baseball game offers longstanding traditions, and plenty of confusion
The annual Congressional baseball game features Republicans and Democrats wearing duplicate uniform numbers, causing confusion. The event, a tradition since 1909, raised over $3.2 million and attracted 32,000 fans. Fox Sports broadcasts the game with a playoff-level production crew.
- Schmitt goes in-depth on diving catch & changes to college athletics on ‘Ruthless’
Senator Eric Schmitt discussed his diving catch during the Congressional Baseball Game and his efforts to reform college athletics. His catch, which went viral, was highlighted on SportsCenter. Schmitt has collaborated with other legislators to address issues in college sports, including financial sustainability and conference realignment.
- Capitol Conversations: Behind the Congressional Baseball Game
The article discusses the Congressional Baseball Game, a century-old tradition that brings together members of Congress.
- Congressional Baseball Game delivers SEC-level energy with 35,000 fans and $3M raised for charity
The Congressional Baseball Game between Dems and GOP featured 35,000 fans and raised $3 million for charity, with high-energy fan interactions and corporate sponsorships. The event included notable moments like a senator splitting his nose, and vendors such as American Legion and GM were present. Food ratings were mixed, with concessions described as overpriced and underwhelming.
- Sen. Eric Schmitt shows off glove that made viral Congressional Baseball Game diving catch
Sen. Eric Schmitt showcased a glove he purchased in high school, which he used to make a viral diving catch during the Congressional Baseball Game. The Republicans defeated the Democrats 11-2, and the charity event raised over $3.1 million for Washington, D.C. charities.
- Sen. Eric Schmitt dazzles as Republicans clobber Democrats in Congressional Baseball Game for sixth straight year
Sen. Eric Schmitt made a standout catch in the third inning of the Congressional Baseball Game, preventing an extra-base hit. Republicans defeated Democrats in the game for the sixth consecutive year.