Rhode Island leaders say Judge John “Jack” McConnell Jr. is well-equipped to handle the pressure that comes with ruling ...

Now McConnell, sitting since 2019 as chief judge of the U.S. District Court, is at the center of a high-stakes legal battle between Democratic states and President Donald Trump’s administration over a ...

State leaders gathered Tuesday afternoon to push for an assault weapons ban in Rhode Island. Gun violence advocates highlighted tragedies like Parkland and Sandy Hook in their push for the ban.

Rhode Island State Representative Enrique Sanchez of Providence shared a statement following his arrest for driving under the ...

The 50 members of the Indiana Senate paused their usual business Monday ... "It was really truly an honor to get to serve with him in this chamber." That sentiment was echoed by state Sen.

Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen said Interior Secretary Burgum can act now to unleash America's uranium capabilities.

Health-related issues drove a drop in attendance among House lawmakers in 2024, CQ Roll Call's annual vote studies found.

Senate Republicans on Friday asked Democrats — who have a 21-19 edge in the chamber — to explain why they are seeking to remove the appointees. Democrats declined to explain their motive ...

Follow the latest coverage as President Donald Trump participates in the National Prayer Breakfast. Updates as the Senate ...

The Rhode Island Senate unveiled Wednesday a package of nine bills meant to improve healthcare accessibility and affordability in the state. The effort marks the second consecutive year that the ...

West, a well-known political scholar and pollster, gave his predictions on a second Trump presidency, and how Democrats could benefit in 2026.

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