The 119th Congress has found itself playing second fiddle as President Trump’s executive powers grow. Lawmakers are increasingly wary of their shrinking role in key policy decisions. Some on Capitol Hill believe it’s time to reassert congressional authority.

A pending congressional vote may dramatically increase health insurance costs for hundreds of thousands of Pennsylvanians if federal Affordable Care Act tax credits expire. Health care advocates are urging lawmakers to act quickly, warning of steep premium hikes for those most reliant on the program.

President Donald Trump has reversed his decision to cancel a critical meeting with top congressional leaders. On Monday afternoon, he plans to host a bipartisan summit at the White House, hoping to avert a looming government shutdown.

Representative Jerry Nadler of New York has announced he will not seek reelection in 2026. The longtime Democrat confirmed his decision in a Monday night interview with The New York Times, signaling a significant change for New York’s political scene.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has called on Congress to raise the nation’s debt ceiling by mid-July to prevent a federal default. The urgent appeal underscores the potential economic ramifications if lawmakers fail to act promptly.