Oversight
How Will Congress Cope With Trump?
Democrat or Republican, no one on Capitol Hill is certain what changes the president will bring.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Michelle Obama's Inauguration Facial Expressions Were America's Barometer
The former First Lady seemed unenthusiastic about the entire event.
Oversight
How Democrats Paved the Way for the Confirmation of Trump's Cabinet
As the president’s picks run into trouble, Democrats find themselves stymied by a Senate rules change they engineered.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Famous Dancer Rick Perry is Ready to Lead the Energy Department
The former Texas governor's hearings began this week.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Trump is Working on His Inauguration Speech
He's got a Sharpie, a legal pad and he is sitting at a desk near an ornate wall.
Oversight
Ethics Office Chief Asks House Panel to Allow Him to Testify Publicly
Oversight chairman had asked Shaub to talk privately on handling Trump conflicts.
Oversight
How To Measure Trump’s Performance
Pay close attention to the number of House Republicans looking for promotions to the Senate. If they stay put, it’s a sign the president is losing political clout.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Putin Weighs In On The Trump Rumors
The Russian leader had a weird explanation for this whole mess.
Oversight
Repealing Obamacare Will Cripple the Department Keeping Bioterrorism and Outbreaks at Bay
It is not just about losing health insurance.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Donald Trump is Now Feuding With John Lewis
The civil rights leader said he does not see the president-elect as legitimate and Trump responded with some inaccurate insults.
Oversight
The End of Government Oversight?
Republicans in Congress are working hard to remove business regulations that they believe are hampering economic growth.
Oversight
Government Ethics Chief Caught in Lawmaker Crossfire
Partisans on House Oversight panel duel over handling of Trump’s potential conflicts.
Oversight
Liberals Narrow Their List of Trump Picks to Target
Rather than complain about every Trump cabinet choice, the Senate’s most prominent progressives have put a special focus on a handful of nominees.
Tech
Why Is Obama Expanding Surveillance Powers Right Before He Leaves Office?
It could be to prevent Trump from extending them even more.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Ben Carson's Hearing Was Definitely Eventful
Donald Trump's pick for HUD chief overcorrected a little Thursday.
Oversight
House Passes Third Major Deregulatory Bill
Regulatory Accountability Act would force agencies to choose cheaper versions of rules.
Oversight
Justice Department Watchdog to Probe FBI Actions in Run-Up to Election
Inspector general will examine whether procedures were followed, as well as leaks and recusals.
Oversight
Play of the Day: Making American Great Again … With a Lot of Folders
Donald Trump's first press conference as president-elect featured props.
Oversight
Play of the Day: The Sessions Confirmation Hearings Have Begun
The Justice Department nominee's past gets scrutiny in the Senate.
Oversight