Republicans, with exception of Donald Trump, now push mask-wearing
GOP officials are pushing back against the notion that masks are about politics, as President Donald Trump suggests, and telling Americans they can help save lives.
History in the making as House casts proxy votes in pandemic
House Republicans sued to stop the Democratic majority’s new system, in which absent lawmakers can instruct those present to vote on their behalf.
Donald Trump urges Senate Republicans to ‘be tough’ on Democrats
Behind closed doors, Trump was unscripted and freewheeling with the 53 GOP senators.
Sidelined by pandemic, Trump campaign turns to digital shows
Trump’s reelection team is airing live programming online to replace his trademark rallies made impossible for now by the coronavirus pandemic.
Senate approves $483B virus aid deal, sends it to House
Passage was swift and unanimous, despite opposition from conservative Republicans.
New pressure on lawmakers as virus aid for firms hits limit
GOP aides said that Mnuchin is prepared to accept additional funding sought by Democrats for hospitals.
Democrats renew vote-by-mail push as virus upends elections
Nancy Pelosi’s still-evolving proposals drew immediate condemnation.
Infrastructure often embraced by both parties, to no avail
When it comes to trying to upgrade the country’s road, rail, water and broadband systems, Washington frequently veers off the tracks.
Early divisions as Congress weighs next help for economy
The major question facing lawmakers will be what the next bill should look like, not whether to have one.
House passes $2.2T rescue package, rushes it to Donald Trump
Donald Trump said he would sign the measure immediately.
Senate takes over Donald Trump’s impeachment after House handoff
The team of impeachment managers escorted the document to the Senate in a dramatic procession.
House votes to send Donald Trump’s impeachment to Senate for trial
Nancy Pelosi also named impeachment prosecutors for the trial.
