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March 21, 2026
Congress could be headed for a tipping point, irreversible decline
After nearly two decades covering Capitol Hill, a reflection on how bad things are.
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March 14, 2026
Push for GOP voting law has many switching sides on filibuster issue
Some Republicans, just like Democrats in 2022, are eager to change the Senate’s rules in an effort to pass a national election law.
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March 7, 2026
One hidden impact of redistricting? A more polarized Congress.
New maps are forcing incumbents into early retirement or ideologically driven primaries, creating a more partisan House.
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March 5, 2026
Senate Republicans sell housing plan and affordability, not war in Iran
GOP leaders have tried to focus debate on cost-of-living issues at the top of voters’ minds, as war rages throughout Middle East.
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February 28, 2026
DHS shutdown could go on for a while — because voters aren’t paying attention
Lawmakers say their constituents are focused on other issues, like mail service and inflation.
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February 21, 2026
Congress could get a healthy pay raise, courtesy of the courts
A group of ex-members and veteran lawmakers have advanced an unusual lawsuit that could lead to larger salaries.
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