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Democratic Senators File Ethics Complaint Against Cruz, Hawley After Capitol Riot

Seven Democratic senators have formally filed a complaint with the Senate Ethics Committee to investigate GOP Sens. Ted Cruz and Josh Hawley over the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.

Democratic Senators File Ethics Complaint Against Cruz, Hawley After Capitol Riot

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In New Senate, Party Leaders Try To Chart A Path Forward For Their Agendas

Democrats now narrowly control the Senate, but both parties must work together to determine how the 50-50 chamber will operate — while balancing confirmations and an impeachment trial.

In New Senate, Party Leaders Try To Chart A Path Forward For Their Agendas

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Biden Will Arrive In Washington As Trump Finishes Up His Presidency

President-elect Biden is heading to Washington from Delaware as President Trump works through his last full day in office. Washington, D.C. is locked down ahead of Wednesday's inaugural ceremonies.

Biden Will Arrive In Washington As Trump Finishes Up His Presidency

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House Members Impeach Trump A 2nd Time, Citing Insurrection At Capitol

President Trump has been impeached for the second time. The charge is inciting an insurrection. The article will now make its way to the Senate, which will not reconvene until next week.

House Members Impeach Trump A 2nd Time, Citing Insurrection At Capitol

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The Latest On House Vote On Impeachment

The House of Representatives met on Wednesday to debate and vote on an article of impeachment against President Trump over inciting supporters to storm the U.S. Capitol last week.

The Latest On House Vote On Impeachment

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House To Vote On 2 Measures Designed To Remove Trump From Office

Democratic lawmakers want President Trump gone from office as soon as possible, but they may not have the time, or the support, to oust him before the inauguration.

House To Vote On 2 Measures Designed To Remove Trump From Office

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House Democrats Move Ahead With Trump Impeachment Plans

In the wake of the attack on the U.S. Capitol by supporters of President Trump, House Democrats are planning to vote to impeach Trump this week.

House Democrats Move Ahead With Trump Impeachment Plans

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Trump Faces Backlash From Within His Administration, Lawmakers

Trump condemned the attack on Congress, but did not comment on his own role in inciting his supporters. Calls are growing on Capitol Hill to remove him from office by invoking the 25th Amendment.

Trump Faces Backlash From Within His Administration, Lawmakers

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Top Capitol Security Officials Resign After Insurrection Under Pressure From Lawmakers

Fencing is placed around the exterior of the Capitol grounds on Thursday, the day after pro-Trump rioters stormed the building. Lawmakers from both parties have criticized the U.S. Capitol Police's response to the security breach. John Minchillo/AP hide caption

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Top Capitol Security Officials Resign After Insurrection Under Pressure From Lawmakers

Lawmakers took aim at top Capitol security officials the day after a mob of pro-Trump extremists breached the building and forced evacuations. Now top Capitol security officials have quit.

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Lawmakers Call For Trump's Removal From Office After Riot At U.S. Capitol

There are increasing calls on Capitol Hill to respond to President Trump's actions in inciting insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. Some are calling on the Cabinet to invoke the 25th Amendment.

Lawmakers Call For Trump's Removal From Office After Riot At U.S. Capitol

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Latest From The Congressional Meeting To Certify Electoral College Votes

Congress reconvened to finish the tally of the Electoral College votes after pro-Trump extremists were cleared from the U.S. Capitol grounds, following their violent insurrection on Wednesday.

Latest From The Congressional Meeting To Certify Electoral College Votes

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How Democrats Plan To Counter GOP Objections To Electoral Counts

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., waves the gavel on the opening day of the 117th Congress on Capitol Hill on Jan. 3. She will preside Wednesday over any House debate and possible Republican objections to electoral vote counts. Bill Clark/AP hide caption

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How Democrats Plan To Counter GOP Objections To Electoral Counts

Some Republican lawmakers are backing up President Trump's false claims about election fraud, but Democrats have the election results, the Constitution and House Rules all on their side.

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In A Recorded Call, Trump Pushed Official To Overturn Georgia Vote

Trump urged Georgia's secretary of state to overturn the election in the state, according to a call obtained by Georgia Public Broadcasting. Democrats condemned the efforts to manipulate the results.

In A Recorded Call, Trump Pushed Official To Overturn Georgia Vote

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Is There A Way To Make Congress Work Better?

A bipartisan group of lawmakers spent two years examining how to make Congress work better. A Democrat and a Republican who led the effort discuss their findings and views on the new Congress.

Is There A Way To Make Congress Work Better?

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