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August is here. What will you read? - Roll Call

From political science to political thrillers, here are some picks to transport you far from the Capitol — but not too far.

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Federal agency opens inquiry into ex-special counsel Jack Smith over Trump investigations

Smith led investigations into Trump’s part in the January 6 Capitol attack and the mishandling of classified documents

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Texas GOP once again tries to ban local governments from hiring lobbyists in Austin

Critics of the bill say the state’s smallest cities and school districts will be silenced at the Capitol.

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As House dining shake-up nears, food workers take fight to court - Roll Call

“We hope that these companies come to their senses,” one union organizer says, as some workers at the Capitol face an uncertain future.

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Women in legislatures across the US fight for ‘potty parity’

Statehouses across the U.S. are addressing long-standing bathroom disparities for female lawmakers

The Independent UK

Colorado Gov. Promises to 'Chain' Himself to Capitol to Protest Pedestrian Bridge That Was His Idea in the First Place

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis has voiced strong opposition to the construction of a pedestrian bridge over Lincoln Street, threatening to chain himself to the Capitol Plaza to prevent it from being built even though he came up with the idea.

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Photos of the week | July 18-24, 2025 - Roll Call

Photos of the week: The House snuck away early for its summer vacation. Here are images captured by CQ Roll Call photojournalists this week.

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Prosecutor who handled high-profile Capitol riot cases sues government over his firing

A former Justice Department prosecutor has filed a lawsuit that claims his recent firing was politically motivated retribution for his work on prosecuting Trump supporters who stormed the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021

The Independent UK

US doctors, veterans urge Trump to end Israel support as hunger grips Gaza

Outside US Capitol, rights advocates say Trump and Congress must ‘listen’ to Americans and oppose Israeli atrocities.

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After delay, House Republicans hope to launch new Jan. 6 probe

Leaders eye a post-recess vote to create a select subcommittee housed within the House Judiciary Committee.

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Photos of the week | July 11-17, 2025 - Roll Call

Here are some of the images captured by CQ Roll Call photojournalists Bill Clark and Tom Williams this week.

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Should we talk about the weather? — Congressional Hits and Misses - Roll Call

Senators had the Capitol all to themselves as the Texas floods coincided with the confirmation hearing for the next NOAA administrator.

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Cyclist Greg LeMond receives Congressional Gold Medal at Capitol ceremony

Greg LeMond, who is one of the most decorated cyclists in American history as a three-time Tour de France winner, has been honored with the Congressional Gold Medal

The Independent UK

FAA administrator nomination headlines a respite week for senators - Roll Call

Senators will have the Capitol to themselves when they return Tuesday for an abbreviated work week, with several items on the agenda.

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US Capitol rioter sentenced to life in prison for plot to attack FBI office

Edward Kelley, a veteran pardoned by Trump, was found guilty of trying to kill officers who investigated him

The Independent UK

Military veteran gets a life sentence for plotting an FBI attack after his Jan. 6 arrest

A military veteran has been sentenced to life in prison for plotting to attack an FBI office and assassinate law enforcement officers

Latin Times

Trump Picks Pardoned Capitol Rioter Who Encouraged Violence Against Police to Serve as DOJ Adviser

Jared L. Wise, who faced felony charges in connection with the Capitol insurrection, will help lead Trump's Weaponization Working Group investigating DOJ misconduct.

The Guardian - US

New Trump portrait hangs in Colorado capitol months after president’s outburst

New White House-approved painting was donated after Trump described the original as ‘purposefully distorted’

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Fired federal workers lobby for help on Capitol Hill – is anyone listening?

Democrats have been receptive to the ‘Tuesday Group’ but the Republicans who control Congress are looking the other way

The Independent UK

Pam Bondi fires three DOJ prosecutors who were involved in prosecuting January 6 rioters, report says

Firings come after administration pardoned over 1,500 convicted in pro-Trump January 6 riot at US Capitol

The Independent UK

Justice Department abruptly fires 3 prosecutors involved in Jan. 6 criminal cases, AP sources say

The Justice Department has fired at least three prosecutors involved in U.S. Capitol riot criminal cases, according to two people familiar with the matter

The Guardian - US

Slain Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman lies in state alongside husband and dog

Minnesotans lined up outside the state capitol to pay their respects to the house speaker assassinated in her home

The Independent UK

Killed Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman’s beloved dog, Gilbert, lays in state with her and her spouse

Gilbert the golden retriever lay in state with his late owners on Friday

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Photos of the week | June 20-26, 2025 - Roll Call

The Senate grappled with the reconciliation bill while the military strike on Iran's nuclear facilities dominated the news in the Capitol.

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House appropriators approve Legislative Branch bill with GAO cuts - Roll Call

The House Appropriations Committee advanced a draft spending bill that would slash the budget for the Government Accountability Office.

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