Biden participated in his final White House Christmas tree lighting of presidency

President Biden participated in the annual Christmas tree lighting on the Ellipse Thursday evening, his last time taking part in the annual tradition before he departs the White House next year.  U.S. President Joe Biden lights the National Christmas Tree during the 102nd National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on the Ellipse. / Getty Images Mr.

Congressional Progressive Caucus Elects New Leadership

The Democratic Party is in upheaval following big losses in the November election. Members of the Congressional Progressive Caucus elected new leadership to steer the caucus at a time of unease and uncertainty within the Democratic Party following disappointing losses in the November election. The unanimously elected team, unveiled at a Dec. 5 press conference,

House Republicans block release of Matt Gaetz ethics report

Washington — House Republicans on Thursday blocked two Democratic resolutions that would have compelled the House Ethics Committee to release a potentially damaging report on its investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, voting to refer the matter back to the committee.  Democratic Reps. Sean Casten of Illinois and Steve Cohen of Tennessee introduced twin privileged

Watch Live: Biden participates in his final White House Christmas tree lighting

President Biden was participating in the annual Christmas tree lighting on the Ellipse Thursday evening, his last time taking part in the annual tradition before he departs the White House next year.  Mr. Biden returned to the White House early Thursday after spending the beginning of the week in Angola. Before he left, he ignited

House Republicans stall vote on potential release of Gaetz report

Washington — House Republicans on Thursday blocked two Democratic resolutions that would have compelled the House Ethics Committee to release a potentially damaging report on its investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz, voting to refer the matter back to the committee.  Democratic Reps. Sean Casten of Illinois and Steve Cohen of Tennessee introduced twin privileged