Politics & Policy

Feinstein, the oldest sitting U.S. senator, was a passionate advocate for liberal priorities important to her state.

Advocates say most people don’t realize what it’s like inside a dispensary, citing false narratives about “drug dens.”

The measure was introduced by first-term legislator Eric Buckson, who says it’s good policy to “let fresh ideas and fresh blood present themselves.”

House lawmakers are facing a resistance in the Senate from Republicans who are worried about the political ramifications of another impeachment.

Speaking at a closed-door caucus luncheon on Thursday in the Capitol, Menendez echoed his previous public statements in response to last week’s indictment.

Mike Vereb, an aide to Pennsylvania’s governor, was accused months ago by a fellow staffer of sexual harassment.

Hundreds of millions of dollars for the poorest schools, student mental health grants, and more are in limbo.

Federal agencies will stop all actions deemed non-essential, and millions of federal employees, including members of the military, won't receive paychecks.

The impeachment inquiry hearing is taking place as the federal government is days away from what is likely to be a damaging government shutdown.

Activists, lawmakers, and business leaders will spend Saturday discussing gun violence action items. They plan to send a “white paper” to the next mayor.

Rep. Ryan Bizzarro, 37, announced his primary candidacy for the seat held by incumbent Stacy Garrity.

The bill creates a zoning law that would prohibit sites across most of Philadelphia. City Council is expected to override the mayor’s veto.

Labor historians say they cannot recall an instance when a sitting president has joined an ongoing strike, even during the tenures of the more ardent pro-union presidents.

The announcement came ahead of more talks planned for Tuesday.

The House is expected to vote Tuesday on a package of government funding bills, but it’s not at all clear that McCarthy has the support needed.