Carl Hulse

Live Updates: Trump Says He Won't Sign Housing Bill Until Lawmakers Pass Voter Identification Law

Just hours before a tense closed-door session with Senate Republicans, Trump blindsided his allies by declaring that he would not sign a housing measure aiming to rein in costs.

Divisions between the president and his party on Capitol Hill have muddled Republicans’ midterm pitch to voters, and have crippled the G.O.P. at what should be the peak of its power.

WASHINGTON -- Far-right House Republicans blocked consideration of the annual defense policy bill Tuesday, solidifying a legislative blockade and

By and WASHINGTON — Far-right House Republicans blocked consideration of the annual defense policy bill Tuesday, solidifying a

Republicans are growing frustrated with Mr. Johnson’s approach to governing with a razor-thin majority, saying that he promises more than he can achieve, frustrating the disparate groups in his caucus.

Explore the challenges faced by Speaker Mike Johnson in rallying House Republicans and passing crucial agenda items amidst internal resistance, threatening the party's majority in upcoming midterm elections.

The sharp-witted South Carolinian repaired relations with President Trump to advance his foreign policy goals, was willing to cut deals with Democrats and tried to insert himself into every legislative fight.

Plus, Sam Neill of “Jurassic Park” fame dies at 78.

The loss of Graham and the absence of McConnell have temporarily whittled down an already slim Republican majority and are threatening to stall spending bills.