congressional

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Several Republican and Democratic congressional staffers I spoke with tell me their telephone calls from constituents demanding Congress take action against Trump are becoming more frequent.

From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026

As with most members of California’s congressional delegation, Swalwell was an unfamiliar figure to many Californians living outside his Alameda County district, even though he had a lighthearted, robust presence on social media.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

The congressional hearing on Warsh is set for April 21, leaving 24 days for the Senate to confirm him before Powell’s term ends.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

Gonzales had said last month that he would not run for re-election in November, but faced pressure to leave sooner as more details emerged about his alleged wrongdoing and he faced a congressional ethics investigation.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Besides making Coal instantly popular at both the middle and high schools, it had made the news and sparked a congressional investigation into military experiments.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste