Democrats are conspicuously silent about changing filibuster rules now that they’re in the minority
The filibuster is a procedural, not constitutional, requirement and can be changed. It’s been on the Senate books since 1917, ...
‘Shameless’ Dems embrace filibuster they once tried to abolish
Last month, Senate Democrats used the filibuster to block sanctions on the International Criminal Court, in response to the ...
House budget headed for panel approval after deal with holdouts
House GOP leaders overcame an important hurdle Thursday morning after cutting a deal with Freedom Caucus holdouts on a budget ...
Could Canada really become the 51st U.S. state? Here’s what it would take.
President Donald Trump has repeatedly said Canada should be made into the 51st U.S. state which would alleviate the need for ...
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At the Races: Talkin’ ’bout a Resolution
Catch up on the political news of the past week in the latest At the Races newsletter, including budget resolutions and retirements.
House Republicans approve their budget after appeasing hard-liners
The House Budget Committee adopted a budget resolution Thursday as GOP leaders work to unlock the power to enact major ...
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‘Shameless’ Dems embrace filibuster they once tried to abolish
Democrats have fallen back in love with the filibuster. Mere weeks into President Trump’s second term, Senate Democrats are already making liberal use of the obstructive maneuver, flying in the ...
House GOP releases budget calling for trillions in cuts to taxes and spending
The blueprint conflicts with a Senate budget resolution, which doesn't address taxes or the debt ceiling. It also includes ...