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House GOP’s Afghanistan Investigation Kicks Off
Members will examine the chaotic August 2021 evacuation of Afghan allies.
Lawmakers May Find Common Ground on a Sweeping Privacy Law
A bipartisan coalition in the House hopes the divided Congress can make a deal.
Lawmakers Elevate Human Rights Ahead of First CCP Hearing
The select committee on competition with China meets tonight to lay out the threat posed by China.
Gearing Up for the Tucker Tapes
Plus: A look at lawmakers fighting isolationism as the war in Ukraine enters its second year.
Lawmakers Ask if U.S. Companies Helped Develop China’s Spy Balloon
Plus: More congressional scrutiny on China and high-profile House GOP hearings.
China Competition a Bipartisan Bright Spot in Congress
Plus: An early look at the House GOP’s Afghanistan withdrawal investigation.
Nancy Mace’s Ilhan Omar Reversal—And Her Deal With GOP Leaders
Plus: The congressional response to the blockade on Armenians.
Making China Pay if It Attacks Taiwan
Lawmakers are laying the groundwork for economic sanctions on China if it invades Taiwan.
A Freewheeling House
Plus: An interview with a newly appointed member of the China competition committee.
Rule-Making Rebels
Rep. Thomas Massie, long a congressional contrarian, says he wants his role on the powerful Rules Committee to be constructive.
The Coming Debt Ceiling Standoff
Republicans want to rein in spending but can’t agree on exactly what to ask for.
The GOP’s George Santos Dilemma
National leaders tolerate him while New York Republicans urge him to step down.
House GOP Moves to Messaging Bills and Investigations
Plus, a new select committee on strategic competition with China.