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#congress

Republicans propose major changes to the federal student loan system while aiming to cut $330 billion in federal spending.

The federal minimum wage has not increased since 2009, leading to a significant reduction in its purchasing power.

Congress must navigate complex debates over online safety and free expression in attempts to revive the Kids Online Safety Act.

Gerald Connolly announces his retirement due to cancer, stepping down as the top Democrat on the House oversight committee.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is under scrutiny for alleged leadership issues and leaking sensitive information about military operations.

The administration lacks constitutional authority to dismantle a congressionally funded agency.

Representative Sarah McBride is navigating a challenging political climate as the first openly trans member of Congress, facing misgendering and legislative attacks.

Congressional stock trades raise ethical concerns, particularly after Marjorie Taylor Greene's stock purchases coinciding with Trump's tariff announcement.

Meta allegedly misled Congress about its relationship with China through actions detailed by whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams.

Congress increasingly functions as a subordinate branch to the executive, rather than as an independent legislative entity.

Senate Republicans look to bypass the parliamentarian to fast-track budget legislation, challenging traditional congressional norms.

Congress is urging the reinstatement of federal employees managing key early childhood programs amidst regional Head Start office closures.

Congress is reviewing drug patent regulation legislation based on refuted data.

The Center for American Principles warns against bills influenced by misleading drug market data.

Rep. Lauren Boebert mistakenly confused Oliver Stone with Roger Stone during a congressional hearing about JFK assassination files.

Conference on remote voting among Congress members after childbirth highlights generational and structural changes in political culture.

Congress members oppose the VA's decision to phase out gender-affirming care for transgender veterans, highlighting the negative impact on their healthcare.

The Department of Education is crucial to federal education policy and student loans, warranting protection against hasty dismantling.