House Narrowly Approves Massive Spending Bill
After a day of drama, the chamber passed a $1 trillion bill to keep the government running and sent it to the Senate.
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Terrorism Risk Insurance Likely to Die
Barring a change, the federal backstop against terrorist attacks will expire at the end of the year.
O Christmas Tree: Spending Bill Slowed by Last-Minute Additions
Weekend session looks possible as endgame negotiations drag on.
The Final Goal of the 113th Congress: Keep the Government Open
Members will race to finish omnibus, defense bill, and key nominations before adjournment.
Boehner Kills Online Sales-Tax Bill—for Now
The speaker promised to revive the issue next year, which would enrage conservatives.
Tax Package Heads for House Passage Despite Senate Grumbling
Senate Democrats still want a longer-term measure, but the White House threatened to veto an earlier bipartisan proposal.
Endgame Negotiations Intensify as Tax, Defense Deals Near
Lawmakers still mulling appropriations strategy as agreements on other issues take shape.
Spending, Immigration, and Tax Fights Will Dominate Final Days of Session
A standoff over how or whether to defund President Obama's executive order lies ahead before the 113th Congress adjourns.
National Journal Pipeline Politics Dominate Pre-Thanksgiving Action in Congress
After the House passed a measure authorizing completion of the Keystone XL pipeline on Friday, the Senate will take up the legislation Tuesday.
For Returning GOP Leaders, New Governing Challenges
Incoming freshman class includes vulnerable moderates and devout conservatives, with competing priorities.
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