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Chuck Schumer faces heat as landmark bill to protect kids online stalls in Congress
July 1, 2024 | 6:23amThe Kids Online Safety Act, or KOSA would impose a legal “duty of care” on social media firms to protect minors from harassment, bullying, anxiety and sex abuse – or...
Dem Rep. snatches man's phone in testy exchange over Biden's mental clarity: 'Who owns you?'
June 30, 2024 | 7:28amDemocratic Rep. Marcy Kaptur was captured on video Friday losing her patience with a man who asked her whether President Biden should step down following his widely panned CNN debate...
Elise Stefanik's Dem rival spending campaign cash on 'office rent' at upstate NY bed and breakfast: 'Unusual'
June 29, 2024 | 3:53pmAnn Ravel, a Democratic former chairwoman of the Federal Election Commission told The Post called the rent payments "unusual."
'Squad' member Bowman's allies buzzing about possible 2026 comeback after humiliating loss
June 29, 2024 | 11:47amWhile Bowman will soon be enjoying retirement as a disgraced former congressman, progressives are plotting about a possible challenge to Rep. Ritchie Torres.
House Judiciary advances contempt resolution against Biden’s ghostwriter
June 27, 2024 | 6:48pmThe House Judiciary Committee voted Thursday to advance a resolution that would hold President Biden's ghostwriter in contempt of Congress for failing to provide transcripts and recordings of his conversations...
Jamaal Bowman's defeat reveals the deep schism haunting Dems as November nears
June 27, 2024 | 5:52pmThe most expensive congressional primary election ever ended in Westchester County with the lopsided defeat of socialist incumbent Rep. Jamaal Bowman by George Latimer.
Republicans to spend $3 million on ads in Biden's birth state: 'Putting our money where our mouth is'
June 27, 2024 | 2:45pmThe National Republican Congressional Committee announced a commitment to spend $3 million on advertising in two critical Pennsylvania House races that could help decide who controls the chamber.
‘Squad’ Rep. Summer Lee’s stunning response to question about 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray’s murder
June 26, 2024 | 8:46pm“I don’t know who she is. I live in Pittsburgh,” the Pennsylvania Democrat said.
Ex-Rep. Mondaire Jones may have lost Working Families Party line to unknown candidate who used to be a Republican
June 26, 2024 | 6:29pmIn an embarrassing blow to his comeback bid, it appears ex-Rep. Mondaire Jones lost the primary to run under the Working Families banner -- often a crucial second ballot line...
Paris Hilton recalls being 'force-fed medications, sexually abused by staff' at school while testifying in front of Congress
June 26, 2024 | 3:15pmThe "Paris In Love" star and heiress testified at Capitol Hill Wednesday about the abuse children experience in America's welfare systems.
Rep. Lauren Boebert wins Colorado GOP primary in new district
June 25, 2024 | 10:03pmThe 4th District’s congressional seat was formerly held by Republican Ken Buck, who retired from the House of Representatives in March.
AOC survives Dem primary challenge from former Wall Street banker
June 25, 2024 | 9:19pmRep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez handily won her Democratic primary over a conservative-backed challenger Tuesday. The far-left "Squad" member racked up enough votes to beat back a challenge from political newcomer Marty...
Seasoned Pennsylvania teacher wants to take his 'Heart of Gold' to Congress: 'The real deal'
June 25, 2024 | 7:44pmPolitical newcomer Neil Young rallied a tight-knit community of supporters Monday night, making an appeal for change in the Philadelphia suburbs.
Increased nuclear energy production legislation sent to Biden to help lower Americans' energy bills
June 24, 2024 | 10:51pmLegislation from a North Carolina congressman with a goal to lower energy bills for Americans through increased nuclear energy production has passed the House of Representatives and the Senate.
House Freedom Caucus rep dons combat badge despite being ineligible, Army confirms
June 24, 2024 | 7:33pmHouse Freedom Caucus Rep. Troy Nehls has been seen donning a Combat Infantryman Badge on his lapel, touting his service in Afghanistan.
First congressional Democrat endorses George Latimer over Jamaal Bowman in NY primary battle
June 24, 2024 | 6:54pmNew Jersey Rep. Josh Gottheimer on Monday became the first congressional Democrat to endorse George Latimer over Rep. Jamaal Bowman in their bitter New York primary battle.
Florida rep vows to push Congress to vote on whether to arrest AG Garland over Biden's special counsel tapes
June 24, 2024 | 4:49pmA Florida rep vowed Monday to push Congress to vote on whether to arrest US Attorney General Merrick Garland for refusing to fork over tapes of President Biden's interview with...
Democrats debate whether to attend Netanyahu's congressional address amid Gaza war criticism
June 23, 2024 | 2:21pmMany are torn between their long-standing support for Israel and their anguish about the way Israel has conducted military operations in Gaza.
Socialists are on both offense and defense in attempt take NY primaries
June 22, 2024 | 9:15amNew York's red menace is looking to expand their reach across the five boroughs.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett taunts Marjorie Taylor Greene, again: ‘Hard-pressed to find someone dumber’
June 22, 2024 | 12:04am“We don’t talk,” Crockett said of her current relationship with Greene.