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Record 36 House Republicans To Leave Congress Amid Growing 'Dysfunction' On Capitol Hill

A record 36 House Republicans are walking away from Congress, deepening instability on Capitol Hill and complicating Speaker Mike Johnson's efforts to defend his paper-thin majority before the 2026 midterms.

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Photos of the week | March 23-27, 2026

From a new senator to blooming cherry blossoms, there was a lot happening on and around Capitol Hill this week ahead of the long spring recess. Here are some of the top images of the past week from Roll Call’s photojournalists.

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Her husband is a double amputee in ICE prison. She confronted Kristi Noem over its cruel conditions: ‘I have a fire inside’

Mildred Danis-Taylor dropped everything to advocate for the release of her husband, Rodney Taylor. A brutal year of legal and health challenges led her to Capitol Hill

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Teen mariachi musicians who once performed on Capitol Hill released from ICE detention following backlash

Caleb Gámez-Cuéllar, 14, and Antonio Gámez-Cuéllar, 18, who performed in Washington over the summer, were placed in immigration detention last month

The Independent UK

Trump Ready To Fire Kristi Noem? President Reportedly Weighing Replacing DHS Chief After Brutal Capitol Hill Grillings

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is at the center of a political crisis, facing scrutiny over DHS operations and a controversial advertising campaign.

International Business Times UK

Montana Senator Forces Marine Veteran Out of Capitol Hill for Protesting Against War

Marine veteran Brian McGinnis was dragged outside of Capitol Hill by Senator Tim Sheehy and Capitol Police. The altercation allegedly broke his arm.

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‘We don’t have a plan on how to get out of this’: Democrats give dire warning after congressional briefing on Iran

Senators emerge from classified Capitol Hill session with Secretary of State Marco Rubio claiming administration has no endgame for conflict with Tehran

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This Week in History: Gunned-down aircraft, Charlie Hebdo and the storming of Capitol Hill

Explore how major events between 5 and 11 January were captured on The Independent’s front pages

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Judge weighs whether to keep alleged Capitol Hill pipe bomber detained - Roll Call

A judge said he will soon decide whether the Capitol Hill pipe bomb suspect should remain in custody pending a trial.

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The Latest: Hegseth and Rubio brief lawmakers on US military escalation

President Donald Trump’s top Cabinet officials overseeing national security are back on Capitol Hill as questions mount over the swift escalation of U.S. military force and deadly boat strikes in international waters near Venezuela

The Independent UK

‘A lot of stories but very few facts’: sceptics push back on buzzy UFO documentary

The Age of Disclosure was granted a Capitol Hill screening and has broken digital rental records but does it really offer proof of alien life?

The Guardian - US

Rock and Roll Call all nite (and political party every day) — Congressional Hits and Misses - Roll Call

Capitol Hill got rocked and rolled as KISS bassist Gene Simmons spoke to senators in support of the American Music Fairness Act.

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Lawmakers will hear from Navy admiral who ordered attack that killed boat strike survivors

The Navy admiral who reportedly issued orders to fire upon survivors of an attack on an alleged drug boat is on Capitol Hill for a classified briefing with top lawmakers

The Independent UK

Suspect arrested over Jan. 6 pipe bombs on Capitol Hill - Roll Call

Federal authorities announced Thursday the arrest of a man in connection to the placing of pipe bombs on Capitol Hill in 2021.

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Dave Taylor Reacts To American Flag With Swastika in His Capitol Hill Office; Person Possibly Behind It Identified

GOP Rep. Dave Taylor was disappointed after knowing that one of his staff has an American flag with swastika. Here's how he reacted.

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Bill Nye and the Planetary Society hold 'Save NASA Science' day of action on Capitol Hill

On Monday (Oct. 6), the nonprofit Planetary Society held a "day of action" to urge Congress to restore NASA's science funding, which was slashed nearly in half in the White House's proposed 2026 federal budget.

Axios

Bill Nye leads charge to save NASA science from deep Trump cuts

"Cutting NASA funding means turning our backs on discoveries that change the world," Bill Nye said ahead of Capitol Hill rally.

Evening Standard

Capitol Hill appearance ‘gave me no joy’, Nigel Farage says

The Clacton MP described a back-and-forth he had with Democrat representative Jamie Raskin during the hearing as ‘political games’.

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10 Photos of Anna Paulina Luna: From Ex-Maxim Model to Florida's First Mexican-American Congresswoman

Discover 10 striking photos of Anna Paulina Luna, tracing her path from Maxim model to Florida's first Mexican-American congresswoman, highlighting her style, poise, and political milestones.

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Kari Lake struggles to answer softball question on Capitol Hill

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Trump says he’ll primary Republican Thomas Massie in extended Truth Social rant: ‘Pathetic loser’

President rages at GOP congressman by calling him ‘lightweight’ and a ‘negative force’ after he breaks ranks to criticize the administration for launching Iran strikes without consulting Capitol Hill

The Guardian - US

Medicaid recipients demand that Congress protect healthcare program

People from 28 states marched on Capitol Hill to demand that lawmakers protect program from Republican cuts

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Jan. 6 defendants returning to Capitol sparks concern from lawmakers - Roll Call

Some members of Congress have raised concerns over Capitol Hill appearances from figures associated with the Jan. 6, 2021, attack.

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7 Shocking Highlights From Trump's State Of The Union Address To Congress At Capitol Hill

During his address, President Trump left no stone unturned in stunning lawmakers and the nation's public with his remarks and revelations.

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Senators Encourage More Transparency And Coordination With DOGE

Senators meet with Elon Musk to discuss improving coordination and transparency of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) operations.

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