House Democrats back off plan to allow proxy voting during pandemic
The proposed rule change would allow proxy voting "during a designated pandemic emergency."
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House Democratic leader backs remote voting and committee work
The coronavirus pandemic has crippled Congress and left lawmakers considering new ways to vote while adhering to state and federal guidelines.
Top House Democrat recommends allowing remote voting
Chairman Jim McGovern recommended voting by proxy, where a member would cast a vote on behalf of another
Trump threatens to adjourn Congress – it would be unprecedented
Move would be bid to get more of his nominees through Senate, but conditions spelled out in Constitution for him to try it aren't in place.
Congressman wants people to work despite coronavirus risk
"It is policymakers' decision to put on our big boy and big girl pants and say, 'This is the lesser of these two evils,'" he said.
Congress will not return to Washington until May 4
Most members will not return to Washington before May, but Congress can still pass measures with unanimous consent.
Pelosi urges Democrats to push for aid to nonprofits, universities
"This is a significant blow in particular to entities that are also ineligible for the Paycheck Protection Program," Pelosi wrote in a "Dear Colleague" letter to Democrats.
Democrats and GOP at impasse over coronavirus small business relief
Democratic leaders say the small business program should be altered to ensure that loans are properly given out to underserved communities.
Down-ballot candidates walk a fine line raising cash in middle of a pandemic
"How do you ask someone to give money to a campaign right now," wondered Charleston County Democratic Party Chair Colleen Condon. "I don't know how you do it."
Members of Congress connect with constituents while working from home
Like many Americans, lawmakers are now relying on their phones and video conferences to tele-work.
Congressman Greg Walden praises government response to coronavirus
Walden spoke to Major Garrett for this week's episode of "The Takeout" podcast.
Pelosi announces new House committee on coronavirus
Pelosi announced the creation of a bipartisan committee to oversee the federal response to the coronavirus crisis
Democrats emphasize infrastructure in "phase 4" coronavirus proposal
The proposal includes funding for community health centers, access to clean water, expanding broadband service and infrastructure projects.
Democrats call for investigation into coronavirus response
Homeland Security Committee Chairman Bennie Thompson wants to set up a commission modeled on the 9/11 Commission.
GOP congressman defends demanding vote on $2.2 trillion coronavirus bill
The Kentucky congressman forced dozens of lawmakers to return to Washington to vote on the "phase three" bill last week.
Pelosi looks ahead to "phase 4" coronavirus relief package
Pelosi has suggested that the package could include a rollback on the state and local tax deduction limit.
U.S. Capitol closed to public through April
The Capitol and surrounding office buildings will remain off limits to the public until May 1.
Trump signs massive coronavirus relief package
The bill was approved by a voice vote in the House, despite the efforts of a Republican congressman to hold a recorded vote.
Pelosi says House will take up coronavirus relief bill on Friday
The Senate approved a $2 trillion emergency package late Wednesday, sending it to the House for approval.
House may consider proxy voting during coronavirus crisis
The chairman of the Rules Committee nixed remote voting but is pitching another option.
Dozens of House Democrats renew call for remote voting over coronavirus
"We need to provide a mechanism through which Congress can act during times of crisis," the letter to a top Democrat said.
Remote voting gains traction in Senate after House coronavirus diagnoses
Senators Dick Durbin of Illinois and Rob Portman of Ohio introduced a resolution to change Senate rules and allow for remote voting during a national crisis.
First coronavirus diagnosis among member of Congress sends lawmakers into quarantine
Nearly a dozen lawmakers have decided to self-quarantine after learning Congressmen Mario Diaz-Balart, a Republican from Florida, and Ben McAdams, a Democrat from Utah, tested positive for the coronavirus.
First 2 U.S. lawmakers diagnosed with coronavirus
Two members of Congress have now been diagnosed with coronavirus, one from Utah and one from Florida.
What's included in the coronavirus response package?
The House passed a sweeping coronavirus relief bill that includes free testing and paid sick leave.
White House tells agencies to prepare for layoffs if government shuts down
The Trump administration is raising the stakes as Congress faces a looming deadline to pass a government funding bill.
Federal prosecutors near decision on whether to charge James Comey, sources say
Federal prosecutors are considering asking a grand jury to indict former FBI Director James Comey, sources say.
ICE head says deadly Dallas facility shooting was an "indiscriminate" attack
Todd Lyons, head of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, said the shooter "fired indiscriminately" into the ICE field office in Dallas and vehicles stationed there.
Syria's president warns Israel's actions could alienate U.S. allies
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa told CBS News that Israel's actions put "the interests of the U.S. and its strategic allies at risk."
Trump alleges "triple sabotage" at U.N. after escalator and teleprompter freeze up
A malfunctioning escalator and teleprompter at the United Nations' headquarters drew President Trump's frustration.
Judge rules Trump admin. can't require states to cooperate with ICE to get FEMA grants
The Trump administration faced a legal setback in its push to cut off funding to "sanctuary" cities and states
Deadly shooting at Dallas ICE facility investigated by FBI as targeted attack
One person was killed and two people are in critical condition after a shooting at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) field office in Dallas, authorities said.
Travis Decker, accused of killing 3 daughters, declared dead by U.S. Marshals
Decker, a 32-year-old former Army soldier, was accused in May of killing his three daughters, 9-year-old Paityn Decker, 8-year-old Evelyn Decker and 5-year-old Olivia Decker.
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U.S. intelligence leads to capture of alleged baby trafficking ringleader
The case underscores Washington's intensified targeting of Mexican cartels and marks an expansion in the way U.S. counterterrorism policy is applied.