Jacob Sullum – Trump tries to cut Congress out of appointments

A recent decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit has nullified Alina Habba’s claim to be acting U.S. attorney for New Jersey, despite support from President Donald Trump and Attorney General Pam Bondi. This ruling exposes how Trump’s approach to bypassing congressional input on certain appointments faced a legal roadblock.

Jacob Sullum – Trump tries to cut Congress out of appointments

Hegseth changes how Pentagon officials communicate with Congress

Pentagon leaders have issued new directives that significantly alter how military officials communicate with Congress. These changes, set in motion by two memos last week, could have far-reaching effects on defense oversight and policy decisions.

Hegseth changes how Pentagon officials communicate with Congress

House GOP adds vote on Epstein investigations resolution amid discharge threat

House Republican leaders have placed a resolution on the agenda to continue the investigation into the late Jeffrey Epstein. This comes as they address an alternative push to force a vote on the matter, underscoring heightened congressional attention on the case.

House GOP adds vote on Epstein investigations resolution amid discharge threat

U.S. House Poised to Release Epstein DOJ Records

A key committee in the U.S. House of Representatives is preparing to release Justice Department records linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The move could shed new light on how the DOJ handled this high-profile case and what details remain undisclosed.

U.S. House Poised to Release Epstein DOJ Records

Democrats wrestle with how to conduct oversight as Trump officials crack down

Facing arrests and charges, Congressional Democrats are wrestling with how to effectively oversee the Trump administration’s actions. As traditional oversight methods meet resistance, lawmakers are seeking new strategies to fulfill their responsibilities.

Democrats wrestle with how to conduct oversight as Trump officials crack down