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Past Impeachment Stands Dog Senate Leaders In Witness Stalemate

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, right, and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer wait on stage together at the University of Louisville's McConnell Center before Schumer's scheduled speech last year. Bill Pugliano/Getty Images hide caption

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Past Impeachment Stands Dog Senate Leaders In Witness Stalemate

December 23, 2019 • The Senate's Republican and Democratic leaders disagree about including witnesses in an impeachment trial of President Trump. But each has flipped his stance since Bill Clinton's 1999 acquittal.

Many Presidents Have Declared Emergencies — But Not Like Trump Has

President Trump announces his emergency declaration during a Rose Garden event at the White House on Friday. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images hide caption

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Many Presidents Have Declared Emergencies — But Not Like Trump Has

February 15, 2019 • When President Trump declared a national emergency on the Southern border on Friday, he claimed the move was routine — even as he acknowledged the administration is likely to face legal challenges.

Pelosi Calls For Postponement Of State Of The Union Address Because Of Shutdown

Speaker Nancy Pelosi has written President Trump to suggest his annual State of the Union message to Congress be delayed until the partial government shutdown ends. Wayne Partlow/AP hide caption

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Pelosi Calls For Postponement Of State Of The Union Address Because Of Shutdown

January 16, 2019 • In a letter to President Trump, Pelosi cites security concerns and suggests working together to find another suitable date. Pelosi also gave the president the option to deliver the address in writing.

McCain Makes A Final Return To Washington For Rare Honors

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McCain Makes A Final Return To Washington For Rare Honors

August 31, 2018 • The senator's casket will lie in state in the Capitol rotunda overnight, watched by an honor guard. Congressional leaders and Vice President Pence paid tribute in Friday's memorial service.

Trump Signs Funding Bill, Bringing Shutdown To An End

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., leaves the Senate floor on Monday after the Senate passed a continuing resolution to fund the federal government. The House followed suit, and the government is expected to reopen on Tuesday. Drew Angerer/Getty Images hide caption

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Trump Signs Funding Bill, Bringing Shutdown To An End

January 22, 2018 • Congress voted to restore funding through Feb. 8 after an agreement to pursue immigration bills in the coming weeks. The White House says the government will resume normal operations on Tuesday.

Congress To Take Up DACA, Border Wall As It Advances On 2018 Agenda

President Trump, with House Speaker Paul Ryan of Wisconsin, Senate Majority Whip John Cornyn, R-Texas., and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, speaks to reporters after a retreat where GOP leaders made plans for 2018. Andrew Harnik/AP hide caption

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Congress To Take Up DACA, Border Wall As It Advances On 2018 Agenda

January 8, 2018 • President Trump met with congressional GOP leaders over the weekend to plan out their 2018 agenda. But a deal on immigration and funding the government must come first.

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