'Dawn Of A New Unified Republican Government' Coming In 2017
Republicans are planning an ambitious agenda in anticipation of controlling both the White House and Congress for the first time in a decade.
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Despite Partisan Rancor, Democrats And Republicans Can Agree On Dogs
The tunnels and offices of Capitol Hill bustle with lawmakers, lobbyists, reporters — and dogs. NPR's Ailsa Chang takes her dog Mickey to meet some congressional canines.
How Fast Could GOP Congress Get Obamacare Repeal To Trump's Desk?
GOP leaders hope to deliver a bill by Inauguration Day that repeals the Affordable Care Act. But budget veterans say even the quickest attempt would take a week or two longer, and maybe months.
Burr Wants More Information On Claims Russia Interfered In Elections
U.S. Senator Richard Burr says he wants more information on possible Russian intrusion into recent elections. The North Carolina lawmaker heads up the Senate Intelligence Committee.
Why FBI And CIA Could Differ About Motive For Russian Election Hacks
Current and former national security officials say the apparent disagreement about the intent of Russian hacks before the U.S. presidential election is unusual in a matter of such national import.
McConnell, Differing With Trump, Says He Has 'Highest Confidence' In Intel Agencies
The Senate GOP leader said he agrees that Russian involvement in the U.S. election needs to be investigated, said "the Russians are not our friends" and expressed confidence in the CIA.
No Government Shutdown: Senate Passes Funding Bill After Democrats Back Down
The bill, passed less than an hour before the deadline, will keep the federal government running until late April. Coal-state Democrats had been protesting provisions that affected miners.
Retired Coal Miners At Risk Of Losing Promised Health Coverage And Pensions
A fund guaranteeing health coverage and pensions to retired mine workers is about to run dry. Congress has been reluctant to pick up the tab. Democrats from coal country say it's time to act.
Mental Health Care Gets A Boost From 21st Century Cures Act
Early intervention for treating psychosis and grants to train more psychologists and psychiatrists are just some of the ways the legislation would change mental health services.
Pelosi Overcomes Challenge To Win Re-Election As House Democratic Leader
The California Democrat got 134 votes to Ohio Rep. Tim Ryan's 63, but it was the most serious challenge to her leadership she has faced since taking over the top slot in the House in 2003.