International RelationsJul 13, 2026U.S.-Iran Fighting Escalates as Congress ReturnsOver a recent weekend, the United States and Iran exchanged military strikes for a third consecutive weekend. Iran announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz; fol...U.S.-Iran tensionsU.S. Congress
PoliticsJun 16, 2026Trump Announces Iran Deal; Congress Seeks DetailsPresident Donald Trump announced that an agreement with Iran has been signed and suggested a signing ceremony would occur in Switzerland; however, most members of Co...TrumpIranU.S. Congress
WorldJul 20, 2026U.S. Strikes Iran; Congress, Burnham UpdatesNPR reports that the United States carried out a wave of strikes against Iran amid an escalation in hostilities between the two countries. The brief also notes that ...U.S.-Iran hostilitiesU.S. CongressAndy Burnham
GovernmentJul 19, 2026Why the U.S. Congress Is StrugglingCBS News reports widespread public dissatisfaction with the U.S. Congress, citing a claim that nearly nine in ten Americans are unhappy with the institution. Journal...U.S. CongressTrump
PoliticsMar 24, 2026Delta suspends specialty services for members of Congress amid DHS partial shutdownDelta Air Lines announced it will temporarily suspend specialty services provided to members of Congress (such as airport escorts and 'red coat' services) because of...Delta Air LinesDepartment of Homeland Security (DHS)U.S. Congress
GovernmentJul 24, 2026Congressional gap on replacing absent lawmakersThe article states that absences by lawmakers reveal a gap in the U.S. Constitution or federal rules about how to replace members who are unable to serve. It argues ...U.S. CongressLegislative succession
PoliticsJan 9, 2026US move on Venezuela sparks Taiwan comparisons as lawmakers debate China threatThe article discusses a heated debate in the U.S. Congress about the implications of recent American military action in Venezuela, particularly regarding how it migh...VenezuelaChinaTaiwan+2
