The Social Security trust fund is on track to run dry within the next decade, but that doesn’t mean benefits will disappear entirely. Here’s what retirees and future beneficiaries need to know about the likely cuts, the political options on the table, and why experts say personal planning still matters.
Facing multiple accusations of sexual misconduct, including a rape claim, California Congressman Eric Swalwell has publicly denied the allegations in a social media video. The controversy has triggered mass resignations from his gubernatorial campaign and calls from senior Democrats for him to withdraw.
In a rare show of unity, Senate leaders Mitch McConnell and Chris Coons reaffirm U.S. commitment to the Atlantic alliance, pushing back against former President Trump's latest remarks questioning NATO's value.
A record number of House Republican retirements is reshaping the political landscape ahead of the 2026 midterms, raising internal concerns about the party's prospects and control of Congress.
Amid escalating tensions, Republican Congressman Tim Burchett asserts there is bipartisan opposition to deploying U.S. ground troops in Iran, calling on Middle Eastern partners to lead any potential land conflict as the Pentagon reviews its options.
A bipartisan congressional delegation announces plans to travel to Taiwan in the coming weeks, a move likely to heighten tensions ahead of a scheduled meeting between President Trump and China's Xi Jinping.
A bipartisan Senate deal to fund the Department of Homeland Security and end a crippling 40-day partial shutdown was rejected by the GOP-controlled House on Friday, leaving airport security operations in limbo and extending political gridlock in Washington.
A congressional ethics subcommittee has found Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Fla.) guilty of 25 charges following a marathon public hearing, concluding a three-year probe into allegations she misused millions in federal relief funds for her campaign. The historic public trial paves the way for a potential House expulsion vote.
A House Ethics Committee investigation has concluded that Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick misappropriated millions in federal disaster relief funds, triggering a potential expulsion vote and separate criminal charges that could carry decades in prison.
In a decisive response to a fatal 2025 mid-air collision, a key U.S. House committee has unanimously approved legislation requiring most military aircraft to be equipped with advanced collision avoidance systems within the next decade.
Massachusetts Representative Seth Moulton has instituted a first-of-its-kind congressional office policy, formally prohibiting his staff from wagering on prediction markets using any information gained through their official roles.
Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-Fla.) will appear before a rare public House Ethics Committee hearing Thursday, facing allegations she diverted federal FEMA money to her campaign and personal luxuries. The proceeding could lead to a recommendation for her expulsion from Congress.
As Operation Epic Fury in Iran passes 60 days, the Trump administration and its allies deploy a lexicon of 'strikes,' 'operations,' and 'conflicts' to sidestep the legal and political weight of the word 'war.' This linguistic dance is a long-standing American tradition, from Korea to the War on Terror, that expands presidential power and obscures constitutional limits.
A bipartisan push in Congress seeks to end lawmakers' access to expedited airport screening during the ongoing DHS funding impasse, which has caused massive travel delays and left TSA agents working without pay.
In a CNN interview, Rep. Andre Carson (D-IN) criticized recent anti-Muslim comments from Republican lawmakers as "absolutely unacceptable," while arguing that data shows domestic terrorism is predominantly fueled by white supremacist groups.
A new bipartisan bill, the DEATH BETS Act, seeks to outlaw prediction market contracts tied to terrorism, war, and death, clashing with the CFTC's plans to expand the sector's regulatory framework.
As lawmakers debate shifting FINRA's regulatory powers to the SEC, experts warn of practical challenges involving resources, capacity, and the potential loss of specialized oversight in the broker-dealer industry.
Rep. Andy Ogles (R-Tenn.) faces intense condemnation from Democrats and some Republicans after declaring on social media that Muslims do not belong in American society, reigniting debates over religious pluralism and political rhetoric.
Rep. Andy Ogles (R-TN) faces intense criticism following a social media post declaring 'Muslims don't belong in American society,' reigniting debates over religious bigotry and immigration policy.
President Gustavo Petro's left-wing coalition emerged as the largest bloc in Colombia's legislature after Sunday's elections, providing momentum ahead of a pivotal presidential vote in May, though falling short of a majority.
