Ethics/Corruption
Government ethics, lobbying, corruption
Warsh is Trump’s nominee for Federal Reserve chair, and the article reports on his confirmation prospects and financial disclosure.
Powell has said he will remain chair pro tem if a successor is not confirmed by May 15.
Ruben Gallego had $1.9 million in his campaign account, the lowest balance among the lawmakers discussed.
Elissa Slotkin had $2.4 million in her campaign account, a lower balance than several other lawmakers in the comparison.
Chris Murphy had $10.8 million in his campaign account; the article notes his New Hampshire visit and says he denies planning a bid.
Donald Trump accused Obama of disclosing classified information and announced plans to identify and release government files about UAPs and UFOs.
Tano Tijerina won the Republican primary and will face Henry Cuellar in November.
Greene criticized Johnson's opposition to the warrant amendment, calling it another strike against him.
Mike Lawler joined three other Republicans in signing the petition that forced a House vote on extending the subsidies.
Ryan Mackenzie joined three other Republicans in signing the petition that forced a House vote on extending the subsidies.
Robert Bresnahan joined three other Republicans in signing the petition that forced a House vote on extending the subsidies.
Brian Fitzpatrick joined three other Republicans in signing the petition that forced a House vote on extending the subsidies.
Summer Lee initiated the subpoena for Justice Department files and called for continued pressure to obtain the documents.
Robert Garcia said the committee needed the investigative files to corroborate claims and pursue justice for victims.
A Senate committee approved Hawley’s proposal to restrict stock trading by lawmakers and future presidents and vice presidents.
Comer said the committee expects public hearings and a full report on its investigation into Biden’s mental fitness.
The House Oversight Committee is investigating Biden’s mental state while he was president and plans to interview former aides.
Massie and Representative Ro Khanna are pressing the House to consider a bill requiring the Justice Department to release Epstein investigation records.
Khanna and Representative Thomas Massie are pressing the House to consider a bill requiring the Justice Department to release Epstein investigation records.
The article reports that Trump’s spending actions could complicate funding negotiations and that he has not endorsed Graham’s Russia-sanctions bill.
Dexter cited a record volume of constituent calls and urged House colleagues to return to Washington.
Randall urged Speaker Johnson to call the House into session to address the Iran situation.
Schumer said rules changes were not off the table if Republicans quickly confirmed a new justice.
The article says McConnell overstated how long Democrats had broadly campaigned for Supreme Court expansion.
The article says Cruz overstated the risk that an eight-member court would prolong an election dispute for months.
Senator Ron Johnson suggested holding a vote to determine whether changing the Senate rules would pass.
The article contrasts Alford’s criticism of gas prices with his later statement that his constituents could accept temporary sacrifices at the pump.
The article contrasts Thune’s 2021 criticism of gas prices with his later prediction that prices would stabilize.
Lauren Boebert wrote to the NSA director alleging that analysts had misused Section 702 to search private communications.
Representative John Larson filed articles of impeachment against President Trump, according to the article.
The article urges Congress to oppose President Trump’s Iran war and discusses calls to remove him from office.
The article reports that Donald Trump attended a UFC event and asked Dana White why Derrick Lewis was not on a planned White House fight card.
Edwards alleges that House Ethics Committee leaders violated procedural rules during the investigation that led to his censure.
Edwards is challenging the committee’s censure process and seeking an investigation of its leaders.
After his censure, Edwards alleges that House Ethics Committee leaders denied him a fair process and asks for an investigation.
Green’s impeachment resolution was tabled by the House, ending his eighth effort to impeach Trump.
The article examines AI-linked PAC spending in his race and connects it to his influence on congressional AI policy.
Massie is working with Khanna to force another vote on the release of Epstein-related files.
Khanna says he and Thomas Massie have enough commitments to force another House vote on Epstein-related files.
Johnson's early recess postponed several high-profile House disputes until lawmakers return.
Mace is helping Massie seek Republican support for a petition to compel a vote on the Epstein files.
Massie is recruiting Republicans and Democrats for a petition to force a House vote on releasing additional Epstein files.
Edwards is challenging the Ethics Committee's process after its findings led to his censure.
Johnson opposed an emergency moratorium and proposed a summit to discuss AI safety.
His past vulgar comments drew criticism, while Speaker Mike Johnson called the language detestable and praised his campaign.
Massie said the House adjourned early to prevent a vote on his impeachment articles against Hegseth.
Johnson said the House had completed its work, while Massie argued the early adjournment prevented a vote on his impeachment articles.
Cloud argues that homelessness funding can reward spending without ensuring programs help people leave the streets.
Brooks settled a long-running dispute with his former mother-in-law over a debt documented in court filings.
Marshall disputes a report about lawsuits involving patients of his former practice as he campaigns for reelection.