congressional

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The first lady also called for a congressional hearing for victims.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Former staffers in Swalwell’s congressional office traded messages in group texts after the news reports, with many expressing shock and horror at the allegations, according to two former employees.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

She ended by calling for public congressional hearings for Epstein survivors to testify to uncover the truth.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Some have backed the administration's handling of the conflict, while others -- though uneasy about the lack of congressional oversight -- have stopped short of supporting measures that could constrain military operations.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

For two days, in a congressional hearing room packed with spectators and news reporters, as flashbulbs went off and news cameras whirred, Elizabeth Bentley revealed the sensational details of her spying for the Soviet Union.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau