Senate sends spending package to Trump to avert government shutdown
The vote in the Senate comes the day after the House voted to impeach President Trump.
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The House impeached Trump. What happens next?
There are a few procedural steps before the House can send the articles of impeachment to the Senate.
White House: Trump impeachment is "concerning for future presidents"
"If this is the standard that we're going to have, presidents can be impeached by just having a policy dispute, and that's not good for the country," the White House press secretary said.
Schumer on Trump impeachment: McConnell is "hiding the truth"
The Senate minority leader said Leader McConnell have given "no good answer" for why there shouldn't be witnesses at the impeachment trial.
Democrats strike "solemn" tone during impeachment marathon at the Capitol
A parade of lawmakers made their cases for and against impeachment in a marathon session that ended in just the third presidential impeachment in U.S. history.
Students take on impeachment debate with patience and civility
Unlike some in Washington, there's no name-calling or grandstanding.
McConnell rebuffs calls for witnesses in Senate impeachment trial
In remarks on the Senate floor, McConnell called a request from Schumer for witnesses during the Senate impeachment trial a "strange request."
Continuing Resolution: House passes bill funding government through December
The House passed a temporary spending bill 231-192 that funds government agencies through December 20
Schumer sends letter to set framework for impeachment trial
Senate Republicans, including McConnell, have been signaling to the president they would prefer a speedy trial that does not involve calling any new witnesses.
Transcript: Robert Lighthizer on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer that aired Sunday, December 8, 2019, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Sen. Dick Durbin on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Sen. Dick Durbin that aired Sunday, December 8, 2019, on "Face the Nation."
Transcript: Sen. Lindsey Graham on "Face the Nation"
The following is a transcript of an interview with Senator Lindsey Graham that aired Sunday, December 8, 2019, on "Face the Nation."
The Judiciary Committee voted to impeach. Here's what happens next
Here are the highlights, analysis and a look ahead after a historic week in the nation's capital.
As impeachment vote nears, Dems and GOP use opposite approaches
The House Judiciary Committee voted to impeach the president on Friday, sending the decision to the full House.
Kelly Loeffler says she is anti-impeachment and pro-Trump
Loeffler, who will succeed outgoing Senator Johnny Isakson, described herself as "pro-wall and pro-Trump" in a speech Wednesday
Plan to expand facial recognition to U.S. travelers hits hurdle
The agency is trying to expand its biometric program to require Americans to comply with the facial recognition system.
Senator Isakson to lawmakers: "Find a way to find common ground"
The Republican senator is stepping down due to health problems and addressed Congress for his last time Thursday.
Kelly Loeffler to be appointed Georgia senator by Governor Brian Kemp
Loeffler will succeed Senator Johnny Isakson, who is stepping down amid health problems.
FBI warns against any mobile app developed in Russia
The FBI told Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer in a November letter it considers any app developed in Russia, such as the popular FaceApp, to be a "potential counterintelligence threat."
Conway: White House ready to "go on offense" in impeachment trial
"Defense will go on offense if there is a Senate trial," White House counselor Kellyanne Conway told "Face the Nation" Sunday
Trump signs bill funding government through mid-December
Congress approved a stopgap government spending bill that keeps the government operating through December 20
Trump installs new Homeland Security chief Chad Wolf
Wolf will now be in charge of bureaucratic juggernaut at the center of the Trump administration's hardline immigration agenda
Win is a "sign of hope," says groundbreaking state senator
"Tuesday's election was a sign that we absolutely embrace diversity in this country," she said
Jeff Sessions announces run for Alabama Senate seat
Sessions would be challenging Senator Doug Jones, who is considered the most vulnerable Democrat in the Senate
Senators on climate change: "We look a bit like Neanderthals"
The new Senate climate caucus is short on specifics and seems to be taking small steps toward action
Trump praises Mamdani after White House meeting: "I want him to do a great job"
President Trump and incoming New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani said they looked forward to working together in a remarkable scene at the White House.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene says she's resigning from Congress
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia announced Friday she will resign from Congress early next year.
Comey seeks to dismiss charges over alleged "fundamental errors" before grand jury
Comey's lawyers said in a filing that errors in the grand jury process "reflect the reckless and ill-conceived nature of this prosecution."
Zelenskyy talks with allies on peace plan as Trump sets Thanksgiving deadline
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says U.S. peace plan forces Ukraine to choose between losing "dignity" or "a key partner."
Democratic senator clashes with Ric Grenell over Kennedy Center operations
Democratic Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse and Kennedy Center president Ric Grenell are clashing over the Kennedy Center's spending and operations.
Supreme Court halts ruling that tossed out Texas' House maps — for now
Texas asked the Supreme Court on Friday to halt a court order that threw out the state's redrawn House maps in time for next month's candidate filing deadline — arguing the new maps were driven by politics, not race.
Hundreds of children abducted Nigerian Catholic school, days after similar crime
The latest abduction comes as the White House has expressed concern about ongoing violence against Christians in the West African nation.
Stepbrother eyed in teen's cruise ship death may be called to testify, attorney says
A 16-year-old who is being eyed for possible involvement in the death of his stepsister on a Carnival cruise ship may be called to testify in person about the incident, an attorney said.
Trump says he is ending deportation protections for Somalis in Minnesota
President Trump on Friday said he is ending deportation protections for Somali immigrants in Minnesota.