What to Know About Senate Failing to Reach Deal on Trump Nominees
The Senate on Aug. 2 adjourned to begin its monthlong summer recess, after senators and the White House failed to reach an agreement on...
Newsom to Discuss California’s Case Against Federal Government
California Gov. Gavin Newsom discusses California’s case against the federal government at 4 p.m. ET on Aug. 4. …
Legislators Discuss Foreign Influence in State Politics at 2025 NCSL Summit
The 2025 National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) summit discusses foreign influence in state politics in Boston at 4 p.m. ET on Aug. 4....
Trump Confirms US Nuclear Submarines Moved ‘In the Region’ of Russia
President Donald Trump on Aug. 4 confirmed that U.S. nuclear submarines are “in the region” of Russia, several days after he ordered the submarines...
Trump Says Americans Could Get Dividends From Tariff Revenues
President Donald Trump suggested on Aug. 3 that his administration could distribute dividends from tariff revenues to Americans with certain income levels. Speaking to...
Texas Holds Session Despite Democrat Walkout
Texas continues its legislative session at 4 p.m. ET on Aug. 4, after Democratic lawmakers broke quorum. …
Hochul Backs Redrawing New York’s Congressional Map, Citing GOP Moves in Texas
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said on Aug. 4 that she is “exploring every option” to redraw the state’s congressional map, responding to Texas...
Texas Democrats Leave the State to Prevent Redistricting Vote
Democratic lawmakers left the state of Texas on Aug. 3 in a dramatic escalation meant to block the consideration of a bill to redraw...
Trump to Announce New Fed Governor, Labor Statistics Chief in Next Few Days
President Donald Trump said on Aug. 3 that he would appoint a new Federal Reserve governor and Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) commissioner within...