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DHS blames funding lapse for shutdown of internal detention oversight
Ximena Bustillo | May 7, 2026, 7:05 PM UTC
The office investigates detainee deaths and access to medical care, among other issues. It's being wound down, even as the number of detention deaths and length of detention stays has grown.
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In a new poll, Americans voice broad bipartisan support for age caps in CongressElena Moore | May 7, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
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Congress ends record shutdown at the Department of Homeland SecurityEric McDaniel | Apr 30, 2026, 5:36 PM UTC
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With no deal on reforms, Congress passes stopgap plan for controversial spy toolEric McDaniel | Apr 29, 2026, 9:30 PM UTC
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King Charles argues for stronger cooperation in speech to a joint meeting of CongressDanielle Kurtzleben , Elena Moore | Apr 28, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
After 2 failed votes, Mike Johnson unveils new plan to extend key U.S. spy powers
With an April 30 deadline fast approaching, Johnson unveiled his latest proposal to extend the controversial surveillance program known as FISA 702.
Eric McDaniel | Apr 24, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
Florida Democrat Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, facing possible expulsion, resigns
The Florida Democrat faced a potential expulsion vote in the House as she prepares for a federal trial on allegations that she stole disaster funds and used some of the money to finance her campaign.
Eric McDaniel | Apr 21, 2026, 7:13 PM UTC
Under pressure from President Trump, can the filibuster survive 2026?
President Trump wants to do away with the filibuster in order to pass the Save America Act. But many Senate Republicans are reluctant, wary of what it would mean if they were to lose their majority.
Eric McDaniel | Apr 14, 2026, 7:57 PM UTC
Eric Swalwell will resign from Congress as he faces backlash over assault allegations
Swalwell's resignation follows allegations of sexual assault and misconduct made by multiple women against the California Democrat.
Elena Moore | Apr 13, 2026, 9:49 PM UTC
