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Treasury Department Launches Investigation Into Delays Behind Harriet Tubman $20 Bill
Prompted by a request by Sen. Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., the department's acting inspector general said he will look into what led to a postponement of the abolitionist's appearance on the note. -
In Rare Rebuke To Trump, Senate Votes To Block Saudi Arms Sales
With support from a handful of Republicans, the Senate voted Thursday to halt billions of dollars worth of arms sales, paving the way for a veto battle. -
Who In The House Is Calling For Impeachment?
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi opposes launching an impeachment probe now, arguing it's divisive and requires overwhelming public support. But a growing segment of her caucus is calling for it. -
Congressional Hearing On Slavery Reparations Set For Wednesday
A proposal to create a commission to study reparations for African-Americans comes as the presidential election season is kicking into gear. Some Democratic hopefuls support reparations. -
Tobacco's 'Special Friend': What Internal Documents Say About Mitch McConnell
The Senate majority leader wants to raise the age for tobacco sales to 21. An NPR review of once-secret documents shows how closely McConnell has worked with the industry over decades. -
Trump Designs On Revamped Air Force One May Not Take Off
Rep. Joe Courtney, D-Conn., has attached an amendment to the annual defense policy plan to keep Trump's designs on the next presidential plane within budget. -
Who Is Justin Amash And Why Is He Willing To Go Against His Own Party?
The Michigan Congressman is the only Republican to call for impeachment proceedings against President Trump. Many who know Amash say they're not surprised at his stance, even if it costs him his seat. -
Ban On Abortion Funding Stays In House Bill As 2020 Democrats Promise Repeal
Presidential candidates oppose the Hyde Amendment, which bars federal funding for abortion services. But House Democrats kept it in a spending package that's expected to pass Thursday. -
House Judiciary Committee Approves Funds For Sept. 11 First Responders
The measure is expected to pass the full House. The fund established to compensate sick and dying Sept. 11 first responders is nearing depletion with about 19,000 unpaid claims to address. -
Jon Stewart Lashes Out At Congress Over 9/11 Victims Fund
Comedian Jon Stewart scolded Congress Tuesday for failing to ensure that a victims' compensation fund set up after the 9/11 attacks never runs out of money.
