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Republicans will be hard-pressed to pass Trump’s ‘Great Healthcare Plan’
A lack of Democratic cooperation and strict Senate rules threaten the legislative viability of the White House framework.
Doctor who treated Dick Cheney calls for congressional inquiry into Trump’s presidential fitness
Dr. Jonathan Reiner, cardiologist to the late former Vice President Dick Cheney, called on Monday for a congressional inquiry into President Trump’s fitness. Reiner, a CNN medical analyst, cited T…
Congress revives bipartisan health care proposal, including drug middlemen provisions
Elements of a health care deal that was blown up by Elon Musk are getting a fresh look in Congress.
Has Trump's control over the GOP in Congress waned? It's complicated.
Recent votes have made it clear: While the hold of Trump and GOP leaders on Republican rank-and-file remains strong, it's slipping in notable ways.
U.S. lawmakers wrap reassurance tour in Denmark as tensions around Greenland grow
A bipartisan congressional delegation traveled to Denmark to try to deescalate rising tensions. Just as they were finishing, President Trump announced new tariffs on the country until it agrees to his plan of acquiring Greenland.
Gershom Faulkner returns to Charlie Crist orbit, as new Vice Chair of St. Pete Shines PC
Faulkner previously worked in Crist's Congressional office.
NC health insurance consumers left in limbo by Congress
Despite compromise US House bill to extend ACA subsidies, Senate hasn’t reached a deal. Customers in NC seeing insurance premiums soar.
Trump vows to ‘take out’ Indiana GOP leader over redistricting fight
President Trump said he is working with a conservative ally to oust Indiana Senate Majority Leader Rod Bray after the chamber blocked a congressional redistricting plan.
Trump urges Louisiana Rep. Julia Letlow to run for U.S. Senate: ‘Run, Julia, Run!”
Trump referred to Letlow as a “Highly Respected America First Congresswoman” and said she is “Great Star, has been from the very beginning, and only gets better!”
Endorsements roll in for Evan Power CD 2 bid
'Exactly the kind of America First leader we need in Congress.'
How abortion coverage threatens to prevent a congressional deal on health care subsidies
There's broad bipartisan support in Congress for reviving federal health care subsidies that expired at the beginning of the year
NIL regulations for college athletes face hurdles in Congress
A bill introduced last year sought to cool off the arms race in college sports, but the measure has hit a roadblock in Congress
Congress, content creators, and Can't Let It Go : The NPR Politics Podcast
There's another fight on Capitol Hill as lawmakers work to get four more spending bills passed before the end of the month. We talk about what's at stake and how both parties are navigating the high cost of health care.Then, a look at how the Trump administration is using social media content to sway public opinion & influence governance, and what our panelists can't stop thinking about this week.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, congressional reporter Sam Gringlas, White House correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, and political reporters Stephen Fowler & Jude Joffe-Block.This podcast was produced and edited by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
See Krysten Sinema's political career, time in Congress, in photos
See former Sen. Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona's political journey, from recent legal trouble to leaving the Democratic party and Congress.
Trump Presses GOP to Move Health Plan as Premium Hikes Loom
President Donald Trump urged Republican lawmakers to quickly move on a White House healthcare plan, seeking to shift the narrative on an issue that threatens his party’s hold on Congress with millions of Americans facing premium hikes or the risk of lost coverage.
AUDIO: NFIB President Brad Close on How Congress Can Support Small Business
ICYMI: NFIB President Brad Close joined the Small Business Rundown podcast to share how Congress can take action to support small businesses in 2026.
‘Resetting’ the GOP health care vision
President Donald Trump released his health care affordability plan Thursday — a sweeping blueprint pressuring Congress to cement many of his executive actions into law.
Congress passes bill to fund U.S. science agencies, rebuffing Trump’s requested cuts
The Senate voted to provide billions more to NASA, NOAA and the National Science Foundation than the president had asked for.
The oldest members who aren't ready to quit Congress: From the Politics Desk
Plus, why Vance's Venezuela vote could be a 2028 landmark.
Trump unveils health care affordability plan
President Trump is unveiling his long-awaited health care proposal. The framework includes many proposals that Trump or Congress have pushed in recent years.
WATCH: Leavitt says every American with health insurance will see lower costs under Trump plan
President Donald Trump on Thursday announced the outlines of a health care plan he wants Congress to take up as Republicans have faced increasing pressure to address rising health costs after lawmakers let subsidies expire.
Trump unveils healthcare plan without clear funding or execution timeline
Trump's healthcare plan promises lower costs but lacks specifics and faces challenges from a divided Congress.
What's in the Trump health care plan? White House releases blueprint.
Trump called on Congress to pass a series of measures aimed at lowering drug prices and health insurance costs in his long-awaited health care plan.
‘Absolutely no detail’: experts alarmed as Trump unveils healthcare plan
Months after Trump boasted of ‘concepts of a plan’, framework offers few specifics – and could stall in Congress
Trump admin warns of 'widescale doxxing' of ICE if House Dem's new bill passes
Trump administration fires back at Bronx congressman's QR code plan for ICE agents, calling it a 'doxxing campaign' to protect 'criminal illegal aliens.'
Cook Political Report shifts 18 House races toward Democrats
The Cook Political Report on Thursday shifted 18 House races toward Democrats in the latest sign of the party’s momentum ahead of the midterms. Citing President Trump’s unpopular polling numbers a…
GOP congressman splits with Trump over Greenland 'buffoonery'
In an interview, GOP Rep. Don Bacon slammed the president's efforts to take over Greenland, warning it could lead to his impeachment.
Trump announces health care plan to cut costs, but it needs Congress’ approval
The plan, announced the same day Affordable Care Act open enrollment ends in most states, offered few details and largely restated proposals Trump has previously outlined.
Trump releases health care plan amid pressure over affordability
Trump's most consequential proposals would require action from Congress.
Trump Outlines Health Care Proposals as Prices and Premiums Rise
The long-awaited plan would leave much to Congress and calls for payments to health-savings accounts rather than insurance subsidies, among other broad proposals.
Trump unveils health-care plan outline as Congress wrestles over Obamacare subsidies
Trump urged Congress, which is grappling over an extension of key ACA tax credits, to pass "The Great Healthcare Plan" without delay.
The Great Healthcare Plan
The Great Healthcare Plan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fUzNupJidq4 CALLING ON CONGRESS TO LOWER HEALTHCARE COSTS Today, President Donald J. Trump is
Trump announces outlines of health care plan he wants Congress to consider
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Thursday announced the outlines of a health care plan he wants Congress to take up as Republicans have faced increasing pressure to address rising health…
ICE deputy director resigns to run for Congress in Ohio
Immigration and Customs Enforcement Deputy Director Madison Sheahan announced Thursday she is stepping away from her position to run for Congress in Ohio.
HHS reverses mental health cuts after pushback
Health care advocates and members of Congress expressed opposition to the cuts after learning about them earlier this week.
Congress Is Spurning Many of Trump’s Proposed Spending Cuts
Months after the partisan clash that led to the longest shutdown in history, lawmakers have agreed on spending bills that look far different from what the president wanted.
Florida lawmakers discuss crisis in Iran
Members of Congress have differing views about support.
Congressional redistricting effort in N.H. effectively dead, as sympathetic GOP lawmaker cites lack of ‘political will’
A key Republican state lawmaker in New Hampshire came out against a mid-decade redistricting proposal Wednesday, all but guaranteeing an end to the push to redraw the state’s congressional maps ahead of the 2026 election.
House Democrats introduce articles of impeachment for Kristi Noem
The articles include charges of obstruction of Congress, violation of public trust and self-dealing
Supreme Court Sides With Conservative Congressman in Illinois Election Rules Challenge
The question in the case was not a mail-in ballot rule itself but whether political candidates have the right to challenge the rules governing the vote count in their election.
Why Wesley Hunt is risking it all in his longshot bid to oust John Cornyn
Wesley Hunt is giving up a safe Houston congressional seat to run for U.S. Senate in 2026 against Republicans John Cornyn and Ken Paxton.
GOP senators break with Trump on these 2 points
There's been important pushback from some Republicans in Congress. Their numbers are not large, but the GOP lawmakers who are breaking with the president are doing so, unmistakably, in two key areas.
What both sides are missing in the health care debate
The goals of both parties can be met if Congress takes a bolder approach to reform.
Supreme Court revives GOP congressman’s absentee ballot suit that could spur more election litigation
The decision that may make it easier for other candidates to challenge voting laws – even if they ultimately win their election.
Congress Defies Trump on NASA Science Budget
The space community is breathing a sigh of relief after lawmakers rejected Trump proposed cuts.
Evan Power to run for Congress to succeed retiring Neal Dunn
The Republican Party of Florida Chair announced hours after the incumbent said he would retire.
New York congressman to visit Denmark as Trump pushes to acquire Greenland
Queens Rep. Gregory Meeks is part of a nine-person delegation.
Push for ICE reforms could impact government funding effort
The Congressional Progressive Caucus announced it would oppose any proposed funding for immigration enforcement in the DHS spending bill until reforms are enacted.
How John Kennedy, a G.O.P. Senator, Became a Best-Selling Book Author
Senator John Kennedy, a garrulous rank-and-file Republican from Louisiana, has struck a nerve with a new book that provides an insider account of Congress and its dysfunction.
Trump steps up pressure campaign to avoid rare Congress reprimand on war powers
President Donald Trump is working to tighten his grip on his party this week as he faces an unusual threat from Congress: an embarrassing rebuke of his military actions overseas.
Senators punt release of health package to end of January
A bipartisan group of senators had originally hoped to release a framework this week.
Clintons refuse to testify in Congress’ Epstein probe despite contempt threat
Bill and Hillary Clinton refused to appear on Capitol Hill Tuesday to testify in Congress’ Jeffrey Epstein probe in the face of threats from the House Oversight Committee to hold them in contempt.
Pirro says Federal Reserve ignored US attorney outreach on Powell testimony, alleged cost overruns
Federal Reserve independence under fire as Justice Department issues grand jury subpoenas tied to alleged cost overruns and Chair Powell’s congressional testimony.
Clinton fails to show for Epstein deposition, threatened with contempt of Congress
In a letter, the former president said a subpoena issued by the House Oversight Committee was “invalid and legally unenforceable.”
Congress to reject Trump global health cuts
Trump put foreign-aid cuts at the top of his agenda when he took office.
THE WEEK OF JAN 12, 2026
- Fundamental research restrictions at DOD - US withdrawing from climate agreements - Congress holding multiple science hearings
Lawmakers could keep existing stocks under new GOP trading ban bill
House Speaker Mike Johnson has said that forcing lawmakers to divest their stock holdings could deter some people from running for Congress.
ICYMI: Smucker Applauds New Dietary Guidelines for Americans to Improve Health
WASHINGTON – On Thursday, Rep. Lloyd Smucker (PA-11), co-chair of the Congressional Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) Caucus, joined Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert Kennedy to announce the release of the updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA), which focuses on a simple message: eat real food – a diet consisting of whole foods, including protein-rich foods, fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats.
PBS Fans React After ‘News Weekend’ Suddenly Gets Axed
The show ended its run after Congress rescinded $1.1 billion in public funding.
Mary Peltola enters Alaska U.S. Senate race
The former congresswoman is challenging incumbent Republican Dan Sullivan. Nationally, Democrats have high hopes that she can flip the seat.
Mary Peltola Runs for Senate in Alaska, Lifting Democrats’ Hopes
The former congresswoman is the latest top-tier recruit for Democrats, who face a difficult Senate map this year as they try to retake control of the chamber.
Marrying for health insurance? The ACA cost crisis forces some drastic choices
While Congress debates bringing back Affordable Care Act subsidies , many Americans have already made life-altering decisions to afford health care.
Trump says he may veto extension of Obamacare subsidies
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday he might veto legislation to extend federal health insurance subsidies, injecting fresh uncertainty into a debate that has pitted congressional Republicans against Democrats and threatened to raise premiums for millions of Americans.
Trump Says He May Veto Extension of Health Care Subsidies
President Donald Trump said Sunday he may veto a bill to extend Obamacare subsidies if Congress sent one to his desk.
Dr. Frederick Haynes talks about his move from pastor to politician
The longtime pastor of Friendship-West Baptist Church, Dr. Frederick Haynes, surprised many when he jumped in to run in Congressional District 30, the seat based in southern Dallas County. He speaks with Lone Star Politics about why he entered the race and what happens next.
Lawsuits by Trump allies could shape how the 2030 census is done
The U.S. Census Bureau is used to determine congressional representation and federal aid to states.
Trump faces headwinds on Venezuela, health care as some Republicans break rank
A White House official said Republicans breaking with the president represent a "tiny fraction" of the congressional GOP.
Trump’s iron grip on congressional Republicans is weakening
President Donald Trump this week lashed out at congressional Republicans like he rarely has before.
From Washington: Congress Kicks Off 2026 With Debates Over Health Care, War Powers, and ICE
The Republicans' slim majority in the House of Representatives took a significant blow with the death of Rep. Doug LaMalfa and the retirement of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, shrinking it to 118-113 with the midterms less than a year away. The developments come as the party is showing signs of divisi
Trump wades into stark GOP divisions: 5 takeaways as 2026 gets rolling
The first week of January was a busy one in Congress, where the GOP confronted a newly slim margin and divisions over health care and foreign policy.
Trump’s Steep Science Budget Cuts to Be Turned Back by Congress
After the White House called for billions of dollars in funding reductions, senators and representatives are rescinding the proposed cuts and even boosting funds for basic research.
Mayor Mamdani comments on police-involved shootings
Mamdani also endorsed ally Claire Valdez in her run for Congress.
Week in politics: Minneapolis ICE shooting and congressional Republicans defect : The NPR Politics Podcast
This week, a fatal shooting by an immigration enforcement officer in Minneapolis inflamed tensions. Meanwhile in Washington, congressional Republicans bucked President Trump and their party leaders. We discuss what to make of it all.This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional correspondent Claudia Grisales, Minnesota Public Radio host Clay Masters, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Noah Widmann drops out of race against Cory Mills, endorses Bale Dalton
'There is no higher priority than defeating America's most corrupt Congressman Cory Mills.'
Congress Set to Finalize Science Budgets Rejecting Trump Cuts
The bipartisan deal still reduces funding for many science agencies, including NSF and NASA.
Trump has 'greenlit' sanctions bill punishing Russia for war in Ukraine, Sen. Graham says
The bill, co-written by Graham and Sen. Richard Blumenthal, allows tariffs and secondary sanctions on countries buying Russia's oil, gas, and other exports.
A New Year of Working Together to Advance Health in America
Congress returned to Washington this week with a full plate of issues to contend with in the short term as it defines its legislative agenda for the remainder of 2026.
Congress seeks to reign in Trump's military power in Venezuela
The Senate voted to advance a measure that would require him to seek congressional authorization for additional military operations in Venezuela.
In a rebuke of GOP leadership, House heads toward vote to extend health care subsidies
The vote is a remarkable rebuke of House Speaker Mike Johnson, who tried to stop it.
New Year, Same Health Fight
Congress returned from its break facing a familiar question: whether to extend the expanded subsidies for Affordable Care Act health plans that expired at the end of 2025. Meanwhile, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. broke a promise to Bill Cassidy, the chairman of Senate health committee, by overhauling the federal government’s childhood vaccine schedule to reduce the number of diseases for which vaccines will be recommended. Sarah Karlin-Smith of Pink Sheet, Alice Miranda Ollstein of Politico, and Lauren Weber of The Washington Post join KFF Health News’ Julie Rovner to discuss those stories and more.
GOP senators break with Trump to rein in use of military without Congress' approval
The Senate will vote next week on a measure that would block Trump from using military force “within or against Venezuela” without approval from Congress.
Handful of Republicans join Democrats to force Senate check on Trump’s war powers in Venezuela
A small bloc of Senate Republicans has delivered a notable rebuke of President Donald Trump just days after his operation ousting Venezuela’s leader, voting to advance a resolution that would limit future US military force in the nation without Congress’ approval.
Insurer CEOs testifying before House health subcommittee Jan. 22
The hearing comes amid pressure on House Republicans to address health care costs after the expiration of enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies.
Congress Challenges Trump on Vetoes, Health, War and Spending
A packed voting schedule on Capitol Hill is showcasing rare glimmers of Republican resistance to President Trump and his agenda.
Mass. will spend $250M to lower health insurance bills after federal subsidies expired
Gov. Maura Healey said Thursday that she’ll tap a special state trust fund to help about 270,000 residents whose costs are soaring because Congress failed to renew a chunk of federal subsidies before they expired at the end of last year.
Chairman Griffith Delivers Opening Statement at Subcommittee on Health Hearing to Improve Medicare Payment Policies for Seniors
The Committee on Energy and Commerce is the oldest standing legislative committee in the U.S. House of Representatives and is vested with the broadest jurisdiction of any congressional authorizing committee.
Congress limits cuts to NASA's science budget to 1%
In a significant reversal for the nation’s space agency, NASA’s science programs have been spared from a catastrophic “train wreck” budget. According to an article on the ARS Technica website, while the White House initially proposed slashing science funding by nearly 50 percent last summer—even ordering “closeout” plans for dozens of active missions—Congress has stepped in to restore the agency’s ... Read More
Democratic Rep. Steny Hoyer to retire from Congress
Maryland Rep. Steny Hoyer is expected to announce Thursday that he is retiring after serving more than four decades in Congress.
Steny Hoyer, Longest-Serving House Democrat, to Retire From Congress
The Maryland congressman, who served as one of his party’s top leaders, plans to depart after nearly half a century in Congress, as his party looks toward generational change.
Rep. Steny Hoyer to retire, ending storied career in elected office
Maryland’s longest serving member of Congress won’t seek reelection after having spent two decades as the No. 2 House Democrat.
Tax hikes coming to some Southeast DC businesses — and they welcome what it means
The Soul of the City Business Improvement District, which plans to transform Congress Heights and nearby neighborhoods, will fund local business growth, workforce development and community revitalization.
Trump's 2026 State of the Union address date announced. Here's when.
House Speaker Mike Johnson has formally invited President Donald Trump to deliver State of the Union address for 2026.
Trump invited to deliver State of the Union address to Congress on Feb. 24
Speaker Mike Johnson has invited President Donald Trump to give the first State of the Union address of his second term on Feb. 24.
Trump’s Claim to Venezuelan Oil Money Draws Scrutiny in Congress
Democrats say the president cannot take money from the proceeds of seized oil and control it himself, calling it a ‘slush fund’ that would fly in the face of the Constitution.
5 things on Congress' agenda right now
We lay out a rough to-do list for members of Congress as they return from holiday break.
Marjorie Taylor Greene joins 'The View' after dumping Trump, Congress
Former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene appeared on "The View" on Jan. 7, after she upset President Donald Trump with her debut on the daytime hit.
Congress takes up health care again − and impatient voters shouldn’t hold their breath for a cure
Why does health care reform keep failing despite decades of attention and expanding costs? A scholar of Congress has some answers.
House, Senate lawmakers ignore requested Trump cuts at key science agencies
Congressional appropriators tossed aside the Trump administration’s requested cuts at NOAA, NIST, NSF and NASA in fiscal year 2026 funding bills released Monday.