House of Representatives
Nancy Pelosi May Not Deserve Blame for Democrats Not Impeaching Donald Trump
Impeachment may well be the right course, but the speaker might not have the votes for a resolution to pass in the House.
Not Impeaching Has Political Costs Too
As Nancy Pelosi and House Democrats weigh the potential electoral risks of beginning impeachment proceedings, they must also consider the risks of not doing so.
A Bill to Honor Paris Agreement Goals Could Be the First Climate Legislation to Pass the House This Year
Though the vote is expected to be along party lines, the bill is more likely to gain the support of some Republicans than previous climate legislation.
There's an Anti-Immigrant Amendment Tucked Into the Dems' Gun-Control Bill
Twenty-six Democrats in the House joined Republicans to pass a provision requiring that vendors notify ICE when background checks reveal gun applicants to be undocumented.
The House Science Committee Just Held Its First Helpful Hearing on Climate Science in Years
Once most members could agree that climate change is real, they could start talking about the real question of what to do.
At the House's First Hearing on Gun Violence in Eight Years, Survivors and Advocates Filled the Room
Advocates for stricter gun laws and gun-violence survivors showed up to the hearing in force to share their stories and their legislative demands.
Can Pelosi Stop Trump From Entering Congress?
The Speaker of the House has withdrawn her invitation for the president to give the State of the Union address later this month. What if he tries to give one anyway?
A House Committee Is Investigating Pharmaceutical Industry Pricing Practices
The House Oversight and Reform Committee announced on Monday the launch of an investigation into the pharmaceutical industry's pricing practices.
Viewfinder: Nancy Pelosi Introduces Legislation to Expand Background Checks for Gun Sales
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi holds a press conference with former Arizona Representative Gabrielle Giffords and Representative Mike Thompson (D-California) to introduce legislation expanding background checks for gun sales at the Capitol in Washington, D.C., on January 8th, 2019.
A Former House Historian Speaks About the Unprecedented New Congress—and the Government Shutdown
No one has ever shut down the government before over a single issue. Plus: What's special about this incoming class of congresspeople.
How Raúl Grijalva Could Transform the House Committee on Natural Resources
The Democratic congressman will soon be able to reverse much of the anti-conservation legacy that his predecessor leaves behind.
Here's More Evidence That Most Food Stamp Recipients Are Already Working
A new report confirms that, while SNAP recipients do indeed work, they may still be hurt by work requirements.
The Costs of Dropping Pelosi
There are a few points that Democrats uncomfortable with Nanci Pelosi's leadership might want to consider before urging her to retire.
A New Amendment Could Prevent the Deportation of Dreamers in the Military
A congressional committee moved on Wednesday to bar the Trump administration from deporting Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients who served in the military.
The House Passes Bipartisan Opioid Legislation
The legislative package consists of more than 50 bills, with provisions including increased access to treatment and a push for the development of non-addictive painkillers.
The House Passed the Farm Bill. That Spells Bad News for Food Stamp Recipients.
The changes are intended to encourage more SNAP recipients to enter the work force—but research shows that's not a problem in the first place.
Key Takeaways From the House's 'Compromise' Immigration Bill
The Republican proposal would end family separation at the border.
Is It Just an 'Atheists' Club'? Inside the House of Representatives' New Freethought Caucus
As religious tensions flare in the House, four Democratic congressmen are launching a new group dedicated to science-based policy, separation of church and state, and freedom for all—including atheists.
Some Republicans in Congress Are Worried About Asteroids Crashing Into Earth—but Not About Climate Change
Asteroids pose a risk for anyone—regardless of income level. That's not the case with climate change.
Meet the Biggest Climate Skeptics Up for Re-Election in 2018
We looked into the environmental records of House members who face tough races in November.
A Record Number of Members of the House Are Not Seeking Re-Election
Republican representatives make up more than half of those choosing to not seek re-election.
Breaking Down the Democrats' Prospects for 2018
The Democrats have a good chance of re-taking the House of Representatives.
Here Are All the Ways Climate Change Presents a Threat to National Security
Donald Trump's decision to omit climate change from his National Defense Authorization Act caused quite a stir.
House Extends Controversial Surveillance Program
The House voted Thursday to renew a surveillance program without adding protections for Americans whose data is inadvertently collected without a warrant.