Oversight
Analysis: Congressional Oversight Is at the Heart of America’s Democracy
The Constitution gives Congress the power over the executive branch, which it's free to flex.
Oversight
The Senate Could Embarrass Trump Over His National Emergency
A sufficient number of Republicans are poised to band with the Democrats in opposition to the president’s border-wall funding.
Oversight
Scholars Urge Lawmakers Investigating Trumpworld to Focus on Substance
Successful congressional investigations are well-planned, careful and committed to finding the truth, paper argues.
Management
The House’s Latest Move Could Be a Big Threat to Trump’s Presidency
A sweeping new probe launched by the House Judiciary Committee could be the most revealing yet about the president’s alleged misconduct.
Defense
An Admiral Told a Senator Most Navy Reforms Were 'Complete.' Navy’s No. 2 Says Otherwise.
Adm. Bill Moran told ProPublica this week that none of the promised reforms had been completed, but that work had started on the pledges.
Management
Michael Cohen's Stunning Testimony About Trump
New claims from the president's former fixer help fill in essential gaps in the Russia investigation.
Management
Analysis: Blame Congress for the National Emergency
Long ago, it could have required the president to meet certain requirements prior to unlocking this broad authority.
Management
Trump Declares National Emergency, Calling Government Border Drug Stats ‘Lies’
In a dark, rambling speech, the president repeated long-debunked arguments — and provided ammunition for likely court challenges.
Management
Trump’s Emergency Declaration Is a Test for Senate Republicans
For weeks, GOP lawmakers have warned the president against pursuing extraordinary measures. What now?
Oversight
Congress Just Wants to Be Left Alone
As House and Senate lawmakers begin their border-security talks, they’ve managed to agree on at least one thing.
Oversight
Democratic-Run House Creates New Whistleblower Ombudsman
Advocates praise new option for agency employees who feel gagged.
Oversight
Congress Used To Pass Bipartisan Legislation – Will It Ever Again?
Most Congresses since the 1970s have passed more than 500 laws, ranging from nuclear disarmament to deficit reduction. Will today's bitter partisanship hamstring the new Congress' productivity?
Oversight
The Dangerous ‘New Phase’ for Donald Trump
The incoming House Judiciary chairman says the president has allegedly been involved in “massive frauds against the American people.”
Management
Trump Protests Infringement on Executive Branch in Coast Guard Act
Signing statement addresses antitrust laws, president’s authority to close facilities.
Management
The Saudi Ambassador is Back in D.C. Will Anyone Talk to Him?
At least one senator calls for Prince Khalid’s expulsion over Jamal Khashoggi’s murder.
Defense
Lawmakers Probe Role of Special Operations in Great Power Competition
The two four-stars up to lead CENTCOM and SOCOM faced questions about how their commands will change under the National Defense Strategy.
Oversight
The IRS Oversight Board Is Worried About a 'Serious Threat to Taxpayer Rights'
Private debt collectors under contract to the agency are squeezing poor people and hurricane victims.
Tech
Trump's Space Force Faces an Uncertain Fate
Congressional lawmakers, including Republicans, were skeptical of the idea long before the midterms.
Oversight
Trump Repeatedly Threatens Retaliation Against Russia Investigators
Congressman Adam Schiff has plans to probe several uncomfortable subjects for the Trump administration, and the president is ready to fight.
Oversight