Ask Cokie: 'Lame Duck' Session Of Congress
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Rep. Engel Wants To Investigate 'All Aspects Of Saudi Behavior'
The incoming chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Eliot Engel, who took part in the CIA and Pentagon briefings, is calling for the panel to hold hearings on Saudi Arabia starting in 2019.
Florida Congressman Has Yet To Take Office Amid Talk Of Investigations
Last month, Ross Spano won the race to represent Florida's 15th District. But there there are questions about how he financed his campaign. At least three federal authorities could be involved.
The Latest On The Mueller Investigation Following Cohen's Sentencing
There's been a lot of movement in investigations that involve President Trump and his associates — from the sentencing of Michael Cohen to the revelation of a deal with tabloid publisher AMI.
News Brief: Russia Investigation, Pelosi Term Limit Deal, Migrant Shelters
Two sources implicate Trump in illegal campaign contributions. Nancy Pelosi agrees to a term limit to secure House speaker job. Government shelters are filled to near capacity with migrant children.
Nancy Pelosi Agrees To Term Limit To Ensure U.S. House Speaker Role
House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi agreed to a deal that limits her tenure as the next speaker of the House to four years in return for the votes to officially install her in the top post in January.
Nancy Pelosi Cuts Deal With Democratic Rebels To Ensure Return To Speakership
Nancy Pelosi is poised to once again be speaker of the House, after cutting a deal with several House Democrats who had previously opposed her. Pelosi will serve a maximum of four years in the post.
Former Bahraini Soccer Pro Awaits His Fate In A Thai Prison
Hakeem al-Araibi, who had been living in Australia as a legal refugee, was detained in Bangkok at the start of a vacation and fears he will be tortured if sent back to Bahrain.
Michael Cohen Sentenced To 3 Years In Prison Following Plea That Implicated Trump
The onetime fixer for Trump has admitted that not only did he commit financial crimes but also that Trump directed him to arrange hush-money payments to two women. Cohen also says he lied to Congress.
Congress To Make Members Pay Out Of Pocket For Sexual Harassment Settlements
Lawmakers are expected to vote this week to overhaul how Congress handles accusations of sexual misconduct. The deal follows a nearly yearlong standoff over member liability and other issues.