Lawmakers are coming back to Washington this week after the midterm elections. Republicans plan to finish work on several outstanding issues before Democrats take control of Congress in January.
Congress is coming back to Washington. Here's what to expect
Source: NPR Politics
Original reporting
NPR Politics: read the full reportRelated stories
The Guardian
Burnham says bravery of Brand’s victims will change the justice system to better support survivors – UK politics live
The prime minister said he wants police forces to have dedicated rape and serious sexual offence teams by the end of 2027 Downing Street has insisted that the government remains committed to the principle of the zero emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate – while not denying today’s Guardian report saying interim targets to achieve it are set to be watered down. (See 9.26am .) Asked about the story at the daily lobby briefing, the PM’s spokesperson said: The government is fully behind the zero emission vehicle mandate, and no decisions have been taken yet. We’re sticking to our commitment, phasing out new cars that run only on petrol or diesel by 2030, every new car and van will be zero emission by 2035, and our legally binding net zero targets. None of that is changing. Continue reading...
NPR Politics2 outlets
British Comedian Russell Brand sentenced to over 10 years for rape and sexual assault
Russell Brand has been sentenced to 10 years and six months in prison after being convicted of rape and sexual assault in his London criminal trial last week. He was facing a potential sentence of 19 years to life in prison for the rape conviction. The maximum sentence for sexual assault is 10 years. In […]
BBC Politics
Man jailed over racist Badenoch death threats
Kieran Kyle sent emails to the Tory party leader in which he made racist references, a court hears.
NPR Politics
After midterm losses, Trump makes changes to his inner circle
President Trump is shaking up his closest advisers after Democrats made huge gains in the midterm elections.
NPR Politics
Supreme Court weighs effort to shield federal law enforcement as ICE complaints rise
The Supreme Court considers the case of a prisoner who suffered brutal injuries, only to be denied medical care behind bars. He wants to sue the prison nurse in a case that could change the law on holding federal officers accountable.
NPR Politics
Democrats won big. Can they lower your grocery bill?
Affordability concerns were top of mind for voters heading into the midterms, as tariffs and the war in Iran drove up prices, including food costs. Now, Americans are expecting relief from Washington.