Joseph Lord
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Joseph Lord is a congressional reporter for The Epoch Times.
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Sen. Booker Breaks Record for Longest Senate Speech
The speech, which surpassed 24 hours in length, is in protest of President Donald Trump’s agenda.
Voters Head to Polls in 3 Key Elections in Florida and Wisconsin: What to Watch For
The races could decide the composition of the House of Representatives and are being slated as a referendum on Trump’s term so far.
Democratic Voters in Pennsylvania Say They Want Unity, Fresh Approach From National Party
While Democrats won a crucial state Assembly special election on March 25, some Keystone State Democratic voters say they worry about leadership in Washington.
3 Battleground Senate Democrats Retire—What Does It Mean for 2026?
These Democrat retirements potentially create openings for Republicans that did not exist before.
What to Know About the Alien Enemies Act, a 1798 Law Invoked by Trump
The president invoked the law before deporting 250 members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, a move challenged by the ACLU and others in court.
Democrats Divided After Schumer Backed GOP Funding Bill
The minority leader’s decision to reverse course prompted some Democrats to reconsider their position and drew criticism from those who refused to compromise.
Senate Passes Funding Bill to Avert Government Shutdown
The stopgap funding bill now heads to the president’s desk for signature. Earlier on Friday, 10 Democrats joined Republicans to advance the measure.
Schumer Says He'll Support GOP Funding Bill to Avoid Government Shutdown
The minority leader’s support all but guarantees that the stopgap funding bill will be able to pass the Senate.
What to Know About the House’s 6-Month Stopgap Funding Bill
Congress has until March 14 to avert a shutdown.
12 Takeaways From Trump’s First Major Policy Speech to Congress
Trump touted his administration’s achievements in its first 42 days, and promised greater prosperity and security for the nation.
