The Florida congressman is proud to be the one to oust former Speaker Kevin McCarthy. That move hasn't won him any prizes with House Republicans but his constituents want to see more just like it.
Historically, pets — everything from birds to cats to dogs — have been part of the White House. And Biden's dog Commander isn't alone. More than a few have ended up embroiled in some controversy.
The status of the speakership has been declining for years. McCarthy's ouster is an extreme example in a sequence of events that have made the speaker more vulnerable — and thus weaker.
A judge in New Mexico has upheld the state's Democratic-drawn congressional map. The decision could be yet another redistricting case that affects the balance of power in the U.S. House.
NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with three journalists from different parts of the world who report on Washington for their home publications, about this week in U.S. politics.
Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., has cemented his place as political disruptor. His far-right priorities, Trump allegiance and attitude have won him little support in Congress — but big support back home.