We are now in the range where the House could potentially debate and vote on the “big, beautiful bill.”  A vote could come as early as later today or tonight. That may still be a little optimistic, but when things are ready, the House could vote at any time of the day or night between now and Sunday.  The goal of House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., is to...

Rep. Gerry Connolly, D-Va., has passed away following a bitter cancer battle, his family announced on Wednesday. The lawmaker announced his initial diagnosis with esophageal cancer more than six months ago. He was 75 years old and had stepped back from his roles in Congress at the end of April. “It is with immense sadness that we share that our devoted and loving father, husband, brother, friend, and...