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Senate Votes To Renew Export-Import Bank, Future Remains Uncertain

Conservative opposition in the House keeps the Export-Import Bank's renewal in limbo.

John Kerry Grilled On Iran Agreement During Senate Testimony As Congress Begins 60-Day Review

The accord with Tehran is the only "viable solution" to the Iranian nuclear issue, the U.S. secretary of state tells the Foreign Relations Committee.

2016 GOP Candidate Donald Trump Net Worth Pegged At $10 Billion In Filing To Federal Election Commission [FULL TEXT]

The presidential candidate, who recently claimed to be worth $9 billion, now tells federal officials he's worth $10 billion.

Pundits React To Iran Deal With Skepticism, Citing Woody Allen And Doomsday Critics

"I hope that Obama will study the reality of Iranian activity in the region and begin to push back against Iran’s ambitions with more alacrity than ... so far."

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Export-Import Bank Expires; What Happens Now?

The bank gives low-interest loans to foreign buyers of U.S. goods, while domestic rivals of those foreign buyers borrow at market rates.

For Charleston Shooting And Gun Violence, Obama Says 'We Have To Feel A Sense Of Urgency'

President Obama spoke about shaping public opinion about gun violence on Friday in San Francisco.

War On ISIS: House Vote Keeps US Troops In Iraq And Syria Fighting Islamic State

The lack of a formal authorization by Congress to take military action against ISIS apparently was not a deterrent in the voting.

Marijuana Legalization 2015: DC Can't Sell Legal Pot For 2 More Years Under House Budget Bill

Congress advanced a budget resolution that does little to curb D.C.'s legalization law, but prohibits selling weed for two years.

Gun Restoration Rights Bill Approved By House, Would Allow Felons To Petition For Firearm Ownership

A new amendment allows people legally forbidden from obtaining firearms to petition the government to restore their Second Amendment rights.

House Expected To Pass Cybersecurity Bill, Indemnifying Companies That Share Breach Data

Similar legislation is making its way through the Senate, with President Barack Obama expected to sign a final bill.

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Congress Passes A Budget, Now Comes The Hard Part

Congress must find a way to finance government, raise the debt ceiling and fund transportation needs.

Afghan President Congress Speech Live Stream: Could Ashraf Ghani Mark A New Chapter In US-Afghan Relations?

Many in Washington, lawmakers included, are relieved to be working with a different Afghan president.

Keystone Pipeline Veto Override Fails In Senate

Republicans in the Senate failed to garner enough votes to override President Barack Obama's veto of the Keystone XL oil pipeline Wednesday.

Obama Ready To Veto Bill Giving Congress Say On Iranian Nuclear Negotiations

Legislation to give Congress a 60-day review option has been introduced in the Senate.

Full Text Of Obama ISIS War Speech: Islamic State Terrorists Are 'Going To Lose,' President Says

Obama sent a draft resolution Wednesday seeking legal authorization from Congress to use force against ISIS for three years.

Pope Francis To Speak To Congress In September

The pontiff will speak to a joint session of Congress on Sept. 24. It will be Francis’ first visit to the U.S. since he became pope.

Obama 2016 Budget: Low-Wage Workers Get A Boost Under The President's Proposal

President Obama's latest budget expands the earned-income tax credit, which may well win Republican support.

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Supreme Court Could Limit Discrimination Claims in Fair Housing Case

The Supreme Court could limit grounds for bringing suits under the Fair Housing Act, a law passed in reaction to King's murder.

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IRS Watchdog Says Taxpayers In For 'Devastating' Tax Season

The nation's taxpayer advocate says the government is operating in a state of "collective denial."

Indian Expats To Be Allowed To Vote Through Absentee Ballot, Country's Apex Court Rules

More than 10 million Indian citizens who live abroad will now be allowed to vote in local and national elections.

Christians Make Up Vast Majority of Members of 114th Congress

The vast majority of the Republican-controlled House and Senate identify as Christian, despite growing numbers of non-affiliated Americans.

Brazil's Rousseff Vows Budget Cuts, Anti-Corruption Push In Second Term

Rousseff promised to embark on an anti-corruption crusade in response to a multibillion-dollar graft scandal engulfing Petrobras.

India Allows Foreign Investors To Increase Stake In Domestic Insurance Companies As Modi Pushes Reforms

Narendra Modi is pushing ahead on key reforms with an executive order after opposition parties stalled parliament over an issue about religion.

India Hopes Direct Bank Transfers Will Limit Subsidy Bill Even As Mid-Term Review Paints Bleak Picture

India prepares to transfer subsidies on cooking gas to consumers' bank accounts even as its public distribution system continues to totter.

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro Announces Committee To Investigate US Crimes

President Nicolás Maduro, lashing out over U.S. sanctions, announced a committee to investigate U.S. war crimes abroad and civil rights violations at home.