Sen. Enzi Cosponsors Bill to End Federal Government ShutdownsSen. Enzi Cosponsors Bill to End Federal Government ShutdownsThe bill, an updated version of the bipartisan Prevent Government Shutdowns Act, was introduced Wednesday.Nick LearnedNick Learned
Liz Cheney a Solid ‘No’ Vote on Impeaching President TrumpLiz Cheney a Solid ‘No’ Vote on Impeaching President TrumpPelosi says democracy is at stake and Trump has left lawmakers with no choice but to act.Associated PressAssociated Press
Divided US House Committee Backs Pot DecriminalizationDivided US House Committee Backs Pot Decriminalization A divided U.S. House committee approved a proposal Wednesday to decriminalize and tax marijuana at the federal levelAssociated PressAssociated Press
White House Officials to Testify in Impeachment InquiryWhite House Officials to Testify in Impeachment InquiryThe White House has instructed officials not to appear, and most have received congressional subpoenas to compel their testimony.Associated PressAssociated Press
Powell Urges Congressional Panel to Tackle Budget DeficitsPowell Urges Congressional Panel to Tackle Budget DeficitsA large deficit will make it harder for Congress to cut taxes or boost spending when the next recession hits, Powell said. Associated PressAssociated Press
Congress Approves Bill Expanding Animal Cruelty LawCongress Approves Bill Expanding Animal Cruelty LawHolly Gann, director of federal affairs at the advocacy group Animal Wellness Action, said the measure was long overdue.Associated PressAssociated Press
Democrats Push Impeachment Rules Package Through HouseDemocrats Push Impeachment Rules Package Through HouseThat panel would issue a report and release transcripts of the closed-door interviews it has been conducting.Associated PressAssociated Press
House Approves $15 Minimum Wage, Senate Prospects Are DimHouse Approves $15 Minimum Wage, Senate Prospects Are DimStates are already able to raise the wage beyond the federal minimum, and many have done so.Associated PressAssociated Press