Congress

These Congresswomen Brought Their Kids to Work on Their First Days, and Hell Yes, Working Mamas

The 116th Congress, which was sworn in on Jan. 3, includes 125 women — 18 more than the 115th Congress!

Can Political Campaigns Actually Be Cool? These 2 Women Think So

Tania Arrayales and Anjelica Triola didn't dabble in politics until after Trump's election in 2016, when both women decided to put their marketing brains to use on campaigns for progressive candidates.

5 Things to Know About Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the Millennial Latina Jolting New York Politics

In what is being viewed as one of the most shocking political upsets in recent memory, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez defeated Representative Joseph Crowley in the Democratic primary for New York's 14th Congressional District.

This Insidious, 20-Year-Old Rule Is Still Blocking Crucial Research on Gun Violence Today

The horrific mass shooting that killed more than 58 people in Las Vegas on Oct. 1 has brought the topic of gun control legislation — and America's severe lack of it — back to the forefront of our national conversation once more.

Mark Zuckerberg's Big 2 Days in DC, Explained

House Speaker Paul Ryan Says He Won't Seek Reelection

House Speaker Paul Ryan will not be seeking reelection in November.

What's the Deal With All These Russia Memos?

As the investigation into President Donald Trump's ties to Russia comes under ever-increasing scrutiny, there's one interesting pattern that has emerged: politicians are releasing insider information left and right, all in the hopes of defending (or condemning) Trump.

Nancy Pelosi Gives an Ultramarathon Speech on Dreamers' Rights — in Stilettos

Update as of 3:15 p.m. PT: Pelosi has now concluded her speech after eight hours.

The First Female Marine to Fly An F-18 in Combat Is Running For Congress in Kentucky

Lieutenant General Amy McGrath is a retired fighter pilot, and the first woman to fly an F-18 in combat.

The Trump-Inspired "Stable Genius Act" Isn't Just a Sick Burn – It's Also a Great Idea

Tweetstorms are by no means a new thing for President Donald Trump, but a Jan. 6 tirade on his own personal mental health and stability is inspiring something altogether uncommon from a social media meltdown: congressional action.

Democratic Women Will Wear Black to Trump's State of the Union to Protest Sexual Abuse

Democratic women are calling on members of Congress to wear all black to President Donald Trump's first State of the Union address on Jan. 30 in an effort to raise awareness about sexual assault and harassment.

From Bipartisan Agreements to Leadership Shake-Ups, the Senate Is Bracing For a Wild 2018

Jan. 3 is the Senate's first day back to the Hill and, after a whirlwind close of 2017, our elected officials shouldn't anticipate an easy return.