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J.D. Vance Resigns Senate Seat as Vice President-Elect

Vice President-elect J.D. Vance has officially announced his resignation from the U.S. Senate, effective Friday, as he prepares to assume his new role. Ohio...

West Virginia Delegate-Elect Removed Over Alleged Terroristic Threats

Joseph de Soto, a newly elected delegate from West Virginia, was officially removed from office Wednesday while under house confinement. De Soto, 61, is facing charges stemming from alleged terroristic threats against several state lawmakers.

Trump Visits Capitol as Republicans Strategize on Legislative Agenda

President-elect Donald Trump met privately with Republican lawmakers at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, as the GOP works to finalize its strategy for advancing key legislative priorities. With Republicans holding slim majorities in Congress, swift action is necessary to capitalize on Trump’s early political momentum.

Democrat Stock Portfolios Beat Market

Congressional Democrats outpaced the S&P 500, according to data collected by Unusual Whales. The portfolios were seven points higher than the S&P 500, or 24%.

Michigan Lawmakers Take Oath as Republicans Regain Control of State House

Michigan’s newly elected lawmakers will be sworn in Wednesday in Lansing, officially kicking off the 2025 legislative session. The day marks a shift in state politics as Republicans reclaim control of the Michigan House of Representatives after two years of Democratic leadership.

Washington Honors Former President Jimmy Carter at Capitol Ceremony

Former President Jimmy Carter was honored Tuesday in a brief ceremony at the Capitol Rotunda, where his body will lie in state until his funeral on Thursday. Carter, who passed away on December 29 at the age of 100, is remembered as a member of the Greatest Generation, a dedicated public servant, and a humanitarian who continued his service long after leaving the presidency.

Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan Takes Stand to Testify in His Own Federal Corruption Trial

Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, once one of the most powerful figures in state politics, took the stand this week to testify in his own defense during his federal corruption trial.

Nancy Pelosi Returns to Congress Using Walker After Hip Surgery

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, 84, was seen using a walker on the House floor during Monday’s joint session of Congress to certify President-elect Donald Trump’s 2024 election victory. The sighting comes weeks after Pelosi underwent hip replacement surgery following a fall during a bipartisan congressional delegation (CODEL) trip overseas.

Madigan’s Lucrative Law Firm Draws Attention in Corruption Trial

Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is seeking to block prosecutors from questioning his long-time law partner about the profits generated by their private law firm. Prosecutors argue the firm's lucrative earnings, reportedly more than $1 million annually for Madigan as a 50% partner, are central to understanding his motives in the corruption case.

Congress Certifies Trump’s Victory

Congress certified the election of President-elect Donald Trump.

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