Buddy MacKay, a Democrat Who Briefly Served as Florida’s Governor, Dead at 91
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Former Florida Gov. Buddy MacKay, who lost to Jeb Bush in 1998 but still served 23 days in office after the sudden death...
Here Are Some of the New House Members Entering Congress
WASHINGTON—The GOP maintained its narrow majority in the House of Representatives in the Nov. 5 election, although it will lose one seat and, for...
Biden Awards 7 Veterans With Medal of Honor, 8 First Responders With Medal of Valor
The recipients were honored for their heroic acts ‘above and beyond the call of duty.’ President Joe Biden on Jan. 3 awarded seven Korean...
Johnson Wins Speakership in Dramatic 1st Ballot
[epoch_component type=”live_update” section_title=”Norman: Trump Helped Johnson Win Gavel” update_time=”2025-01-03T21:31″ inline_authors=”183907,202900,153198″ update_source=”” pinned=”false”] WASHINGTON—President-elect Donald Trump was crucial to House Speaker-elect Mike Johnson’s (R-La.) victory...
Senate Unveils Top Assignments for Appropriations, Judiciary, and Finance Committees
Several senators join the Appropriations, Judiciary, Finance, Foreign Relations, and Commerce Committees, where they will gain new influence over policy. WASHINGTON—As the 119th Congress...
Former New York City Mayor Giuliani Appears in NY Court Amid Dispute Over Assets
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani is due to appear in Manhattan federal court on Jan. 3, where a judge will consider a...
Johnson Delivers Remarks After Being Reelected House Speaker
The House convenes at 12:00 p.m. ET on Jan. 3 for the start of the 119th Congress. Representatives are expected to elect a new...
Will a Protracted Speaker Battle Impact Trump’s Victory Certification?
Media claims of a helpless Congress without a speaker are inaccurate, according to a former legislative analyst. News Analysis As potentially extended battles to...
Trump Names New Ambassadors, Treasury Department Nominees
President-elect Donald Trump tapped Daniel Katz to be chief of staff at the Treasury. President-elect Donald Trump has announced several new nominees for his...