congressional

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Under ordinary conditions, congressional leaders would declare it “dead on arrival.”

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

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

Swalwell apparently did an excellent job deceiving those around him, including some congressional and campaign staffers who’d known him for years and worked closely with the seven-term lawmaker, day in, day out.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 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

Despite congressional apathy and obstruction, the suffragists remained steadfast.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling