The non-American's guide to the midterm elections
Millions of voters will soon go to the polls across the US, but they won't be picking a president. The impact of the midterm elections, however, could be almost as significant.
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Trump signs new sanctions against Hezbollah
President Donald Trump signed new sanctions on Thursday targeting the Iranian-funded militant group and political party known as Hezbollah, which is considered a terrorist organization by the United States.
Trump signs opioids law at White House event
President Donald Trump signed sweeping opioids legislation into law at the White House on Wednesday afternoon during an event marking "a year of action" by the administration to combat the opioid epidemic.
Congress still grappling with Kavanaugh confirmation fallout
When Christine Blasey Ford said she could not remember certain details about her alleged assault by Brett Kavanaugh, Rep. Ann McLane Kuster could relate.
Trump signs bills aimed at increasing drug price transparency
President Donald Trump signed two pieces of legislation into law on Wednesday that aim to inform consumers about drug prices.
House overwhelmingly passes final opioids package
In a rare bipartisan moment, the House on Friday passed the final version of a large package that aims to combat the opioid epidemic.
House passes bill setting up national alert system for missing adults
A bill that would create a national emergency network for missing adults passed the House in a voice vote Tuesday night.
Rubio introduces paid family leave bill
Sen. Marco Rubio plans to introduce a bill Thursday that would allow new parents to finance their paid leave by drawing from their Social Security benefits early.
New bill aims to send masked Antifa activists to jail for 15 years
Antifa activists could be jailed for up to 15 years for wearing masks under a bill introduced by a US congressman.
House approves massive opioids legislation
The U.S. House on Friday passed the most expansive legislation Congress has taken to date to address the opioid crisis, approving a bipartisan package that combines 58 bills passed in the last two weeks.
Trump rejects immigration compromise
President Donald Trump on Friday morning delivered a potentially fatal blow to a compromise immigration bill under development in the House.
Senators introduce bipartisan legislation protecting Mueller
A bipartisan group of senators introduced legislation Wednesday that would make it harder for special counsel Robert Mueller to be fired for investigating Russian meddling in the 2016 election.
Push to toughen punishment for animal abuse in Idaho expands
New legislation is being drafted to increase the penalty for people who hurt pets in Idaho.
Gov. Inslee signs bill to limit number of youth in adult court
Governor Jay Inslee signed a bill today, which restricts the use of "auto-decline" in Washington state.
Cantwell applauds passage of legislation to boost science, innovation
During a business meeting Thursday to consider pending legislation, Ranking Member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Maria Cantwell voiced support for S. 2503, the Department of Energy Research and Innovation Act.
WA state legislators pitch pilot program to monitor car theft felons
The Washington State Senate has now passed legislation that would establish a pilot program in Spokane County to supervise individuals charged with felonies relating to car theft, after release from prison.
Senator Patty Murray wants to help military spouses get jobs
Senator Murray champions new legislation to better support military spouses seeking employment
