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Democratic Rep. Elijah Cummings Responds To Trump's Criticism Of Baltimore
Democratic Rep. Elijah Cummings responds to President Trump, who tweeted criticism of his hometown of Baltimore. The Maryland Democrat invited the president to visit and tour both rich and poor areas.
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With NRA's Internal Turmoil, Opponents See Opportunity To Advance Gun Restrictions
Gun control groups say the National Rifle Association has been "distracted" by recent investigations, financial troubles and turnover. But the organization clearly still holds sway in Washington, D.C.
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'I Haven't Met Him Yet' And Other GOP Responses To Rep. Ratcliffe's Nomination
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has never met GOP Rep. John Ratcliffe, Trump's nominee to become director of national intelligence. Other Senate Republicans said he still needs to be vetted.
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A Look At President Trump's Conflicts With Democratic Rep. Elijah Cummings
President Trump lashed out at Rep. Elijah Cummings, D-Md., with attacks on his Baltimore district. Cummings' has been involved in investigations of the president's finances and administration.
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Rep. Speier: Impeachment 'Is Not A Polling Point. This About The Constitution'
NPR's Rachel Martin talks to Democratic Rep. Jackie Speier about the Mueller testimony. She says President Trump's tax returns could be an "aha moment" on that path to impeachment.
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Mueller Testifies At House Panel Hearing
Former Special Counsel Robert Mueller gives testimony to the House Judiciary Committee, the first of two hearings on Capitol Hill Wednesday about his report on interference and obstruction.
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Mueller Testimony Could Be Critical Inflection Point For Impeachment Push
Roughly 40% of House Democrats are advocating for opening an impeachment inquiry against the president. Robert Mueller's testimony Wednesday may be a critical moment for lawmakers on the fence.
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Committee Democrats Prepare For Highly Anticipated Robert Mueller Hearings
Members of Congress and their staffs are studying old film, reviewing the special counsel report and preparing for a lot of terse responses, they told reporters.
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House Holds Attorney General And Commerce Secretary In Contempt Over Census Probe
Democrats have demanded documents related to the origins of Trump administration's decision to add a citizenship question to the 2020 census. The effort to add the question was ultimately halted.
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House Votes To Condemn Trump's 'Racist Comments'
Four Republicans and one independent joined Democrats in passing a resolution on Trump's attacks on four congresswomen. The vote followed bitter debate that temporarily paralyzed the chamber.