Oversight

Trump Tries to Bend Republicans on Infrastructure

Whether the president-elect gets his way on money for roads and bridges will say a lot about who runs Washington in 2017.

Oversight

The FBI Investigates More Emails Related to Clinton

Director James Comey tells lawmakers that the bureau has uncovered more emails and is reviewing them “to determine if they contain classified information.”

Oversight

The First Broken Promise of Hillary Clinton's Presidency

Why her vow not to “add a penny to the debt” is an impossible pledge to keep.

Management

The 'Quid Pro Quo' on Hillary Clinton's Emails

An FBI official alleged that a senior State Department official offered up a shady deal to protect the former secretary, prompting a fresh outcry from Republicans and denials from the Obama administration.

Oversight

Paul Ryan's Alternate Election

Stuck with Donald Trump, the House speaker insists on running a 2016 campaign that doesn’t exist.

Oversight

What the WikiLeaks Emails Say About Clinton

Conservatives will see corruption and liberals will see corporatism and expedience, but the exchanges simply expose the candidate who’s been there all along.

Oversight

The Runaway 9/11 Bill That Congress Refused to Stop

Lawmakers overrode an Obama veto for the first time on Wednesday. A day later, they already had regrets.

Oversight

Another First for Obama: A Veto Override

Congress voted overwhelmingly to disregard the president’s rejection of legislation allowing 9/11 victims to sue a foreign government in U.S. court.

Management

Which Trump Will Show Up at the Debate?

The Republican’s demeanor is likely to be the biggest variable on Monday night at Hofstra.

Oversight

Can Congress Give the Next President a Fresh Start?

As lawmakers return to Washington after a long break, Democrats are hoping to ensure that Hillary Clinton doesn’t inherit a big spending fight if she wins in November.

Management

Donald Trump's Big-Spending Infrastructure Dream

The Republican nominee’s push to pour more money into roads and bridges than Hillary Clinton is his latest break with conservatives, and it’s drawing criticism from one of his own economic advisers.

Oversight

Tim Kaine's Declaration of Independence

The Virginia senator's early call for a war vote in Congress helped him break free of President Obama and earn a spot as Hillary Clinton’s running mate.

Oversight

The Democrat That Republicans Really Fear Most

Delegates in Cleveland answer a nightmare question: Would they take four more years of Barack Obama over a Hillary Clinton presidency?

Management

What Actually Happens at the U.S. Presidential Conventions?

The gatherings of Democrats and Republicans are more than just funny hats and canned speeches.

Oversight

Loretta Lynch Says She Won’t Intervene to Save Hillary Clinton

The attorney general reportedly plans to announce that she will accept the recommendations of federal prosecutors investigating the former secretary of state and her use of a private email server.

Management

A Canadian Trumpathon

Questions about the presumptive Republican nominee dominated a press conference of North America’s top leaders, culminating in a rant by President Obama.

Management

Why the Clinton-Obama Road Show Is Launching in a Different State

The switch in their first joint campaign appearance is a reflection of the Democrats' confidence—and her lead in the polls.

Oversight

Why the U.S. Senate Blocked Funding to Combat Zika

Democrats objected to restrictions on Planned Parenthood and other spending cuts. The bill’s failure likely ensured that Congress will miss a July 4 deadline to pass emergency aid

Management

What the Supreme Court Immigration Ruling Means for Hillary Clinton

She has vowed to expand President Obama’s executive actions. Thursday’s decision won’t necessarily prevent her from doing so.

Oversight

Republicans Offer a Plan to Replace Obamacare

The House GOP's health-care proposal would expand savings accounts, provide tax credits for buying insurance, and allow people to purchase coverage across state lines. Just don’t ask how much it costs.