U.S. House

House Speaker John Boehner is yet again facing a backlash from conservatives over his approach in trying to avoid a government shutdown.

As Tea Party Again Aims For Boehner, GOP Leadership Rallies Around Him

4:09pm September 17, 2015

by Susan Davis

There are rumblings that conservatives want John Boehner ousted as House speaker for what they see as a lack of fight. But GOP leaders look ready to turn the tables on the insurgents.

Actress Melissa Gilbert arrives at the Award of Excellence Star presentation for the Screen Actors Guild in 2007. Gilbert is trying to win a congressional seat from Michigan, where her husband is from.

'Little House On The Prairie' Actress Runs For Congress. Can She Win?

9:37am August 12, 2015

by Sam Sanders

Melissa Gilbert is running for a congressional seat in Michigan. She's the latest in a long line of celebrities with political aspirations.

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U.S. House Votes To Buy Time For Obama's Trade Agenda

5:10pm June 17, 2015

by Marilyn Geewax

The chamber now has until July 30 to try again to pass a package of trade-related legislation.

Congressional Plan To Fund Military Comes With A Side Of 'Land Grab'

8:13am December 11, 2014

by Juana Summers

Material tacked onto the authorization bill adds 250,000 acres of new wilderness, expands national parks, and moves toward a national women's history museum. 'Ethically, it stinks,' says Sen. Coburn.

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5 Things To Know About The 2014 Midterm Election

4:49pm November 03, 2014

by Sam Sanders

The balance of power in the House and Senate could be upended with Tuesday's vote. We break down some of the key themes and offer a few predictions.