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Mike Lee says immigration bill should be narrowly focused to ensure easy passage

Sen. Mike Lee said Wednesday that the immigration bill should include a narrow field of demands in order to pass it quickly and easily.

January 24, 2018

David Perdue said President Trump won’t sign DACA deal without funds specifically for the wall

Sen. David Perdue said Wednesday that the border security funds included in the immigration bill must include funding specifically for a wall in order for President Trump to sign off on it.

January 24, 2018

Pat Meehan denies harassing young aide who he claimed was his ‘soulmate’

Rep. Pat Meehan said Tuesday that although he saw one of his young aides as his "soulmate," he denies making any sexual advances or romantic pursuits, despite paying her a settlement.

January 24, 2018

White House unaware of Michael Flynn-FBI interview until days later: Report

Former National Security Adviser Michael Flynn did not inform President Trump or the White House about his FBI interview until days later, NBC News reported on Wednesday.

January 24, 2018

Luke Messer: Ending child tax credit for illegal immigrants will help pay for border security

Rep. Luke Messer said Wednesday that eliminating the child tax credit loophole that allowed illegal immigrants to benefit from the policy is part of how Mexico will pay for border security.

January 24, 2018

Donald Trump says no wall, no DACA protection

President Trump said late Tuesday that if there is no funding for his border wall, then there will not be a deal for DACA recipients.

January 24, 2018

FBI director’s chief of staff to resign ‘in the coming weeks’

FBI Director Christopher Wray will have a new chief of staff in the coming weeks, according to a CNN report on Tuesday.

January 23, 2018

Joe Biden: Mitch McConnell wasn’t interested in bipartisan confrontation on Russia

Former Vice President Joseph R. Biden said Tuesday that Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell did not want to put out a bipartisan statement with the White House about Russian involvement in the 2016 election.

January 23, 2018

Mike Pence acknowledges disagreements in the Middle East over Jerusalem decision

Vice President Mike Pence acknowledged Tuesday that some U.S. allies in the Middle East disagreed with the decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.

January 23, 2018

Florida amendment to reinstate voting rights to felons goes on November ballot

A petition in Florida to restore voting rights to nonviolent felons reached the required number of signatures Tuesday to appear on the ballot in November.

January 23, 2018

Kellyanne Conway: Donald Trump will continue to display ‘America First’ policy in Davos

Kellyanne Conway said Tuesday that President Trump will continue to put his "America First" policy on the world stage in Davos, Switzerland, at the World Economic Forum.

January 23, 2018

Trump says John Kelly ‘fantastic,’ pushes back against reports of tension

President Trump emphasized his support for his chief of staff John Kelly on Tuesday, saying he has done "a fantastic job."

January 23, 2018

Michael Waltz announces run for Congress

Retired Lt. Col. Michael Waltz announced Tuesday that he plans to run for Congress in Florida.

January 23, 2018

Sarah Huckabee Sanders: John Kelly to remain in the Trump administration for ‘the long haul’

White House press secretary Sarah Huckabee Sanders said Tuesday reports that White House Chief of Staff John Kelly may be fired are unfounded.

January 23, 2018

Mick Mulvaney, OMB director: Donald Trump’s DACA plan depends on ‘what we get in exchange’

Office of Management and Budget Director Mick Mulvaney said Monday that President Trump's plan for DACA recipients depends on what other border security measures are put in place.

January 23, 2018

Tom Cotton: Donald Trump’s stance on DACA, immigration remains unchanged

Sen. Tom Cotton said Tuesday that President Trump's position on DACA or immigration issues has not shifted throughout the negotiations process despite what Democrats may say.

January 23, 2018

Richard Blumenthal doubts Mitch McConnell’s promise to address ‘Dreamer’ protections

Sen. Richard Blumenthal said Tuesday he did not vote in favor of the continuing resolution because he doubts Republicans will allow a vote on the Dreamers.

January 23, 2018

Henry Cuellar says appropriations process still gives Democrats leverage on Dream Act

Rep. Henry Cuellar said Tuesday that the appropriations process is the leverage House Democrats need to pass a clean Dream Act.

January 23, 2018

Melania Trump will no longer attend conference in Davos with the president

First lady Melania Trump will not travel to the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, with President Trump, CNN reported Monday.

January 23, 2018

Tim Kaine says bipartisan group of senators key to facilitating deal ending shutdown

Sen. Tim Kaine said Monday that the group of 30 bipartisan senators made the difference in getting a deal together to end the government shutdown.

January 22, 2018