Lawmakers on Capitol Hill take up a proposed bailout of mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

Republicans to President Bush: 'It’s not you, it’s my re-election campaign'

President Bush is pressuring Congress to lift its ban on off-shore drilling. The implications for gas prices and Native American land rights are unclear.

Republicans are glad President Bush lifted a ban on offshore drilling, but Democrats say it is just smoke and mirrors.

Sen. John McCain may have distanced himself from his top economic advisor Phil Gramm, but some lawmakers agree Gramm may be right.

Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice warns Iran that the United States would defend Israel or other allies in the region from any attack, as Iranian TV reports a new round of missile tests.

The Senate passes the Medicare bill and the foreign surveillance bill - July 10, 2008

Some House members in Washington get an early start on what’s expected to be a big debate next year on the U.S. health care system.

July 7, 2008 - Virginia Senator Jim Webb takes himself out of the running for Vice President. Check out the exclusive audio also featured on PRI.org.

CNC reporter Todd Zwillich on PRI's morning show talking about a round of major legislation passes through the Senate.