In between the accusations and name calling, lawmakers have continued their bipartisan friendships by doing things normal people do.
Author: Eliza Collins, USA TODAY
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a social media star, to school House Democrats on Twitter use
The lesson comes as a generational divide between members of Congress and the tech platforms they oversee has been on full display.
Citing ‘security concerns’ due to government shutdown, Speaker Pelosi urges delay of State of the Union address
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has asked President Trump to reschedule his State of the Union address from later this month if the government remains shut down.
Rep. Steve King says he regrets white supremacy comments, joins lawmakers in condemning remarks
The House wasscheduled to voteon a formal rebuke of Rep. Steve King, who has received bipartisan condemnation for his comments on white supremacy.
Government shutdown day 5: 5 things to know
The government remained partially shuttered Wednesday, as negotiations remained frozen. Senators are expected to return to Washington Thursday.
McConnell vows to stop bill to protect Mueller’s job even after No. 2 GOP leader floats possibility of it
Majority Leader Mitch McConnell shut down the possibilitythat the Senate mighttake up legislation to protect special counsel Robert Mueller from being fired by President Donald Trump.
Whole Foods election: Majority of seats the Democrats flipped had the trendy market nearby
A USA TODAY analysis found Democratic wins were propelled by women and well-educated voters who benefited from the booming economy.
Midterm elections 2018: Candidates in tough races duck and dodge party label
Democrats in the House have been buoyed by unprecedented levels of enthusiasm and their candidates have put more than 70 seats in play ahead of Election Day.
Women are winning, but Democrats’ division is still there: Takeaways from Tuesday’s primary
In Pennsylvania, it was the first time voters cast ballots under the new congressional map, which is much more favorable to Democrats. Women won in a handful of districts where they are likely to win in November, all but guaranteeing the state’s congressional delegation will no longer be all men.