congressional

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The settlement provision involving the IRS stood, Blanche noted at a congressional hearing.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

Republicans had hoped the plans would help the GOP gain key congressional seats.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

Acting officials can wield significant authority despite never receiving congressional approval.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

Under the War Powers Act, presidents have 60 days to obtain congressional approval after introducing US forces into hostilities.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

In keeping with the compromise character of the committee report, it gave the Deep South the protection it had demanded by denying congressional authority to pass any gradual emancipation legislation.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis