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July 1, 2025 at 8:59 PM

Lara Trump, Roy Cooper in the mix as Tillis retirement ignites fierce NC Senate race

Sen. Thom Tillis’ decision not to seek reelection is jolting what was already expected to be a fierce battle for his seat, which will now be wide open in 2026.
July 1, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Senator Thom Tillis speaks to the press after leaving the Senate floor in the US Capitol in Washington, DC, June 30, 2025.
July 1, 2025 at 7:29 PM

These are 3 key Senate Republicans who rejected Trump's megabill

The president's spending bill came down to the wire with three Republican senators ultimately choosing not to support his cuts.
July 1, 2025 at 7:29 PM
Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Sen. Susan Collins walk to the Senate floor as Republican lawmakers struggle to pass President Donald Trump's sweeping spending and tax bill, on Capitol Hill in Washington, July 1, 2025.
July 1, 2025 at 6:38 PM

What's next for Trump's sweeping policy bill as House takes up Senate version

Trump's major tax and immigration bill now heads to the House for final approval after narrowly clearing the Senate, but it's likely to face some more issues there.
July 1, 2025 at 6:38 PM
President Donald Trump visits a temporary migrant detention center informally known as "Alligator Alcatraz" in Ochopee, Florida, U.S., July 1, 2025.
July 1, 2025 at 5:16 PM

Senate passes Trump megabill with Vance's tie-breaking vote

The Senate voted 50-50 on President Donald Trump's megabill. Vice President JD Vance cast the tie-breaking vote to pass the massive tax and immigration bill.
July 1, 2025 at 5:16 PM
VIDEO: Senate passes Trump megabill with Vance's tie-breaking vote
July 1, 2025 at 3:24 PM

Race to pass Trump’s massive tax and spending bill

ABC News’ Rachel Scott reports on the "vote-a-rama" on proposed amendments to President Donald Trump's megabill for his second term priorities.
July 1, 2025 at 3:24 PM
VIDEO: Race to pass Trump’s massive tax and spending bill
July 1, 2025 at 3:01 PM

Trump open to moving Friday deadline for ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’

ABC News’ Jay O’Brien reports on the latest headlines concerning the fate of President Donald Trump's megabill.
July 1, 2025 at 3:01 PM
VIDEO: Trump open to moving Friday deadline for ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’
July 1, 2025 at 1:09 PM

Second Dem announces campaign to unseat GOP congressman in Michigan district

A second Democrat has announced a campaign to unseat a GOP congressman in one of Michigan's most competitive U.S. House districts
July 1, 2025 at 1:09 PM
This undated iimage provided by Matt Maasdam For Congress, shows Matt Maasdam, a Democrat running for Michigan's 7th Congressional District. (Matt Maasdam For Congress via AP0
July 1, 2025 at 11:35 AM

Key Senate holdout says he'll vote for Trump's megabill

The Senate is plowing ahead toward a final vote on President Trump's sweeping tax and immigration bill, as Republicans rush to get it across the finish line by July 4.
July 1, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Sen. Ron Johnson speaks to reporters as Republican lawmakers work to pass U.S. President Donald Trump's sweeping spending and tax bill, on Capitol Hill in Washington, June 30, 2025.
July 1, 2025 at 9:43 AM

Who might lose Medicaid coverage under Trump's megabill

Sharp Medicaid cuts could result in vulnerable Americans no longer being able to receive care, either by losing coverage or by closing the centers that provide such care.
July 1, 2025 at 9:43 AM
President Donald Trump speaks during a meeting with Democratic Republic of the Congo's Foreign Minister Therese Kayikwamba Wagner and Rwanda's Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, June 27, 2025.
July 1, 2025 at 9:41 AM

Musk threatens to primary members of Congress who vote for Trump's megabill

Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, on Monday said he would back challengers to members of Congress who vote for President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful bill."
July 1, 2025 at 9:41 AM
Elon Musk attends a news conference with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, May 30, 2025.
June 30, 2025 at 10:49 PM

The Big Story: Senate convenes for vote-a-rama on tax bill

The Senate on Monday morning began a marathon voting session on proposed amendments to President Donald Trump's megabill for his second term priorities.
June 30, 2025 at 10:49 PM
VIDEO: The Big Story: Senate convenes for vote-a-rama on tax bill
June 30, 2025 at 9:21 PM

GOP Sen. Thom Tillis opposes Trump’s megabill

In fiery remarks on the Senate floor on Sunday night, North Carolina Sen. Thom Tillis urged his Republican colleagues to reconsider their support for the GOP tax bill.
June 30, 2025 at 9:21 PM
In fiery remarks on the Senate floor on Sunday night, North Carolina Sen. Thom Tillis urged his Republican colleagues to reconsider their support for the GOP tax bill.
June 30, 2025 at 9:21 PM

1st Black female US senator reflects on historic career

Carol Moseley Braun, the first black woman elected to the U.S. Senate, looks back on her historic career in her memoir, “Trailblazer.”
June 30, 2025 at 9:21 PM
VIDEO: 1st Black female US senator reflects on historic career
June 30, 2025 at 8:29 PM

Will Thom Tillis' opposition to Trump's megabill win over Senate GOP colleagues?

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer said many Republicans agree with Tillis.
June 30, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Sen. Thom Tillis takes the elevator at the U.S. Capitol Building, June 30, 2025 in Washington.
June 30, 2025 at 3:47 PM

Senate begins marathon voting session on Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’

ABC News’ Jay O’Brien and Rachel Scott report on where things stand with President Donald Trump’s legislative priority.
June 30, 2025 at 3:47 PM
VIDEO: Senate begins marathon voting session on Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’
June 30, 2025 at 3:25 PM

Nebraska GOP Rep. Don Bacon won't seek reelection, cites political dysfunction

Republican U.S. Rep. Don Bacon of Nebraska has announced he will not seek reelection next year
June 30, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Rep. Don Bacon, R-Neb., winks during a House Committee on Armed Services Chair hearing on the Department of the Army's Fiscal Year 2026 posture, Wednesday, June 4, 2025, on Capitol Hill in Washington. (Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
June 30, 2025 at 12:52 AM

Senate advances Trump's 'big beautiful bill'

The Senate narrowly advanced President Trump's signature legislation. ABC News' Jay O'Brien reports from Capitol Hill.
June 30, 2025 at 12:52 AM
VIDEO: Senate advances Trump's 'big beautiful bill'
June 29, 2025 at 11:26 PM

Senate Republicans work through night to pass Trump’s spending bill

On “This Week,” ABC News Correspondent Jay O’Brien reports on the latest from Capitol Hill.
June 29, 2025 at 11:26 PM
VIDEO: Senate Republicans work through night to pass Trump’s spending bill
June 29, 2025 at 11:22 PM

Senate advances 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act'

After the Senate advanced President Trump's so-called "One Big Beautiful Bill," ABC News' chief Washington correspondent Jonathan Karl breaks down the path ahead for possible passage.
June 29, 2025 at 11:22 PM
VIDEO: Senate advances 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act'
June 29, 2025 at 11:21 PM

What's next for the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’

New York Republican Congressman John Katko breaks down details of the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" after it was advanced by the Senate.
June 29, 2025 at 11:21 PM
VIDEO: What's next for the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’
June 29, 2025 at 11:21 PM

North Carolina senator says he will not seek reelection

Hours after defying President Trump’s spending bill, GOP Senator Thom Tillis announced that he will not seek reelection next year in North Carolina.
June 29, 2025 at 11:21 PM
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June 29, 2025 at 11:20 PM

How the Big Beautiful Bill will hit your wallet

As Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ moves forward, Brendan Duke, senior director for federal budget policy at the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities, breaks down who benefits and who loses out.
June 29, 2025 at 11:20 PM
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June 29, 2025 at 10:16 PM

GOP Sen. Tillis won't run for reelection after Trump primary threat

GOP Sen. Thom Tillis won't run again after Trump threatened to find primary challengers after the Tillis' vote against advancing Trump's megabill to a vote in the Senate.
June 29, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Sen. Thom Tillis speaks as the Senate Finance Committee votes to advance the nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to be the next Secretary of Health and Human Services, Feb. 4, 2025 in Washington
June 29, 2025 at 2:31 PM

Senate advances the so-called 'Big Beautiful Bill' in late-night vote

It was a very late-night vote for the Senate, just barely getting enough votes to advance the bill. Congress is sprinting to get the so-called "Big Beautiful Bill" on Trump's desk by Fourth of July.
June 29, 2025 at 2:31 PM
VIDEO: Senate advances the so-called 'Big Beautiful Bill' in late-night vote
June 29, 2025 at 1:31 PM

Musk renews criticism of Trump's megabill as Senate Republicans scramble to pass it

Elon Musk is doubling down on his distaste for President Donald Trump’s sprawling tax and spending cuts bill
June 29, 2025 at 1:31 PM
FILE - Elon Musk attends a news conference with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office of the White House, May 30, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci, File)
June 29, 2025 at 2:44 AM

Senate considering fate of GOP spending bill

Senators are working through the weekend on the so-called One Big Beautiful Bill Act, and while Democrats can't stop the bill from moving forward, they do have a new plan to slow down the process.
June 29, 2025 at 2:44 AM
VIDEO: Senate considering fate of GOP spending bill
June 29, 2025 at 2:12 AM

Crucial vote for President Trump's so-called big beautiful bill

The Senate held a rare Saturday session to advance the president's tax cuts and spending bill.
June 29, 2025 at 2:12 AM
VIDEO: Crucial vote for President Trump's so-called big beautiful bill
June 28, 2025 at 5:15 PM

'Very close to a final product': Senate GOP version of Trump's bill near finish line

House Speaker Mike Johnson said members of Congress are going over the final sticking points of the bill -- with the end in sight.
June 28, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson pauses to answer a reporters question as he heads to the chamber for the final votes of the week at the Capitol in Washington, June 27, 2025.
June 28, 2025 at 1:40 PM

Trump's so-called 'One Big Beautiful Bill' inches closer to vote

The Senate is working through the weekend as many Republican leaders try to pass President Trump’s so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill".
June 28, 2025 at 1:40 PM
VIDEO: Trump's so called 'One Big Beautiful Bill' inches closer to vote
June 27, 2025 at 4:01 PM

Senate's version of 'big, beautiful bill' sets up a potential clash with the House

Senate Finance Committee unveils its proposed changes to the House-passed version of Trump's "big, beautiful bill," which could put the two chambers on collision course.
June 27, 2025 at 4:01 PM
The Capitol is seen in Washington, June 9, 2025.
June 27, 2025 at 3:35 PM

Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' faces roadblocks in the Senate

Senate Majority Leader John Thune can afford to lose only three Republican senators when Trump's "big, beautiful bill goes to the Senate floor.
June 27, 2025 at 3:35 PM
VIDEO: Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' faces roadblocks in the Senate
June 27, 2025 at 12:31 PM

Trump pushes Congress to pass mega spending bill ahead of July 4

ABC News' Rachel Scott reports on President Donald Trump's efforts to rally Republicans to push through his "big beautiful bill" ahead of his July 4 deadline.
June 27, 2025 at 12:31 PM
VIDEO: Trump pushes Congress to pass mega spending bill ahead of July 4
June 26, 2025 at 9:48 PM

Senate GOP 'frustrated' by parliamentarian's Medicaid ruling in Trump's bill

The decision is a major setback for Republicans who are under time pressure.
June 26, 2025 at 9:48 PM
The Capitol Building is seen, May 31, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
June 26, 2025 at 8:31 PM

Trump officials brief senators on Iran strikes

The Trump administration briefed senators on the impact of the U.S strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities. Sen. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., who just got out of the briefing, joins ABC News.
June 26, 2025 at 8:31 PM
VIDEO: Trump officials brief senators on Iran strikes
June 25, 2025 at 4:39 PM

Rep. McIver pleads not guilty to assault charges following immigration center visit

U.S. Rep. LaMonica McIver has pleaded not guilty to federal charges accusing her of assaulting and interfering with immigration officers outside a New Jersey detention center
June 25, 2025 at 4:39 PM
FILE - Congresswoman Rep. LaMonica McIver, D-N.J., exits the grounds at Delaney Hall, an ICE detention facility, May 9, 2025, in Newark, N.J, (AP Photo/Angelina Katsanis, File)
June 25, 2025 at 1:14 PM

Ex-GOP US Sen. Scott Brown in Massachusetts seeks to succeed Shaheen in New Hampshire

Scott Brown, a Republican who once represented Massachusetts in the U.S. Senate, has announced his second bid for the New Hampshire Senate being vacated by Democrat Jeanne Shaheen next year
June 25, 2025 at 1:14 PM
FILE - Former Sen. Scott Brown of Massachusetts hosts a campaign event, Sept. 7, 2023, in Rye, N.H. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty, file)
June 25, 2025 at 12:20 AM

Some senators see initial Iran strike assessment, but won't share details

Lawmakers will be looking for answers and evidence from the administration.
June 25, 2025 at 12:20 AM
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer speaks to reporters at the Capitol in Washington, June 24, 2025.
June 24, 2025 at 9:38 PM

Rep. Pettersen brings son along to question Powell during House hearing

Members of Congress grilled Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell during a House hearing on Tuesday -- where a baby made a notable appearance in a moment of levity.
June 24, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Members of Congress grilled Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell during a House hearing on Tuesday -- where a baby made a notable appearance in a moment of levity.
June 24, 2025 at 6:06 PM

Trump says no vacations until Congress passes his megabill

President Trump tells Senate Republicans to lock themselves in a room if necessary to work out differences and pass the megabill that will fund his second-term agenda.
June 24, 2025 at 6:06 PM
The U.S. Capitol building is seen as the city is on a heightened security alert, June 23, 2025, in Washington.
June 23, 2025 at 8:00 PM

Trump faces bipartisan pushback to Iran strike as some question his war powers

President Donald Trump's strike against Iran will be met with pushback on Capitol Hill this week as some lawmakers argue the military action was unconstitutional.
June 23, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Rep. Thomas Massie leaves a House Republican caucus meeting at the U.S. Capitol on June 04, 2025 in Washington, DC. | Sen. Tim Kaine arrives for a hearing with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on the Pentagon budget and the crisis between Iran and Israel, at the Capitol in Washington, June 18, 2025.
June 23, 2025 at 7:22 PM

It's a big week for Trump's 'big, beautiful bill'

This week stands to be not only one of the most consequential of Trump's presidency on the international stage, but also perhaps in domestic policy as well.
June 23, 2025 at 7:22 PM
The U.S. Capitol building is seen as the city is on a heightened security alert on June 23, 2025, in Washington.
June 22, 2025 at 12:19 PM

Congressional leaders react to Trump ordering attack on Iran

Lawmakers expressed surprise after the President Trump announced the U.S. had attacked three Iranian nuclear sites.
June 22, 2025 at 12:19 PM
President Donald Trump points to the new flag on the south lawn of the White House on June 21, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
June 22, 2025 at 1:27 AM

Congressional leaders react to Trump ordering strike attack on Iran

Lawmakers expressed surprise after the President Trump announced the U.S. had attacked three Iranian nuclear sites.
June 22, 2025 at 1:27 AM
Lawmakers expressed surprise after the President Trump announced the U.S. had attacked three Iranian nuclear sites.
June 20, 2025 at 6:53 PM

Suspect arrested in alleged antisemitic road rage incident involving Rep. Max Miller

Congressman Max Miller says that he was run off the road by a man waving a Palestinian flag as the incident comes amid a heightened environment of political violence.
June 20, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Republican Congressman Max Miller says that he was run off the road by a man waving a Palestinian flag in Ohio as the incident comes amid a heightened environment of political violence.
June 19, 2025 at 9:59 PM

Social Security fund may run dry sooner than previously expected, trustees say

The Social Security fund will run dry in 2033, unless Congress combines the program's old-age and disability funds, in which case insolvency would arrive in 2034, a report found.
June 19, 2025 at 9:59 PM
The Social Security fund will run dry in 2033, unless Congress combines the program's old-age and disability funds, in which case insolvency would arrive in 2034, a report found.
June 19, 2025 at 3:06 PM

Anonymous pizza deliveries add to lawmakers' security fears

Authorities are trying to determine who has been anonymously ordering pizzas that are sent to the homes of U.S. lawmakers across the country and to the homes of those who help protect those lawmakers.
June 19, 2025 at 3:06 PM
Federal authorities are trying to determine who has been anonymously ordering pizzas that are sent to the homes of U.S. lawmakers across the country and to the homes of those who help protect those lawmakers.
June 19, 2025 at 12:53 AM

GOP senators largely line up behind Trump on Israel-Iran conflict

Senate Republicans largely lined up behind President Donald Trump's handling of the conflict between Iran and Israel, and said they trust the president’s judgment.
June 19, 2025 at 12:53 AM
Senate Republicans largely lined up behind President Donald Trump's handling of the conflict between Iran and Israel, and said they trust the president’s judgment.
June 18, 2025 at 6:37 PM

Republicans uncover no new intel on Biden during hearing on his cognitive abilities

The Senate Judiciary Committee is holding a hearing Wednesday examining the cognitive abilities of former President Joe Biden.
June 18, 2025 at 6:37 PM
Former White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer listens to questioning during Senate Committee on the Judiciary hearings on how the Biden Cover-Up Endangered America and Undermined the Constitution in the Dirksen Senate office building in Washington, DC, June 18, 2025.
June 18, 2025 at 2:44 PM

What to know about the GENIUS Act, a crypto regulation bill

The Senate voted 68-30 to pass the measure late Tuesday.
June 18, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Clouds roll over the U.S. Capitol in Washington, May 18, 2025.
June 18, 2025 at 11:43 AM

Lawmakers aim to stop U.S. from joining Israel's military campaign against Iran

Lawmakers are introducing resolutions aimed at preventing the U.S. from getting involved with Israel's military campaign against Iran.
June 18, 2025 at 11:43 AM
People stand on a rooftop amidst billowing smoke following an overinght Israeli strike in Tehran, on June 17, 2025.