Al Franken Has Resigned
Defenders say that his crimes are less bad than Trump's or Moore's, but that doesn't mean he should stay.
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Here’s How the GOP Wants to Change Corporate Taxes in America
Economist Gary Hufbauer explains what Congress' proposed tax reform legislation would mean for American businesses.
Should We Fear Article V?
We're closer to a constitutional convention, where any new amendment could be put before a simple majority vote, than you might realize.
House Democrats Want to Force Trump Appointees to Disclose Industry Ties
A group of Democrats has crafted legislation intended to bring conflicts of interest from industry regulators under public scrutiny.
Tim Murphy to Resign From Congress
Murphy is resigning from Congress in the wake of an abortion scandal, just days after voting for the Pain-Capable Unborn Child Protection Act.
The Congressional Bill That Puts Profit Over Public Health
The Regulatory Accountability Act would subject the rule-making process to red tape.
Congress Is Considering Restrictions on Fetal Tissue Research. Here’s Why We Still Badly Need It.
Opponents dismiss fetal tissue research as unnecessary, but it plays a critical role in regenerative medicine.
After Harvey, Houston Hopes to Finally Convince Congress to Fund a Coastal Barrier
Mayor Sylvester Turner gave his strongest endorsement to date for constructing a physical coastal barrier to protect the region from deadly storm surge.
House Passes Bill to Raise the Debt Ceiling
It ratified a measure to raise the debt ceiling and fund the government through December 8th.
Trump to Ask Congress for Nearly $13 Billion in Emergency Relief Funding for Harvey Victims
The relief funding would include $5.5 billion for the Federal Emergency Management Agency.