congressional

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If proposed by two-thirds votes of both congressional chambers, this amendment would then go to the states for ratification.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

At the time Bondi apparently sought to redirect questioning by a congressional panel charged with overseeing her department’s work toward a discussion of the U.S. equities market, the Dow indeed was riding high.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

On Tuesday, a federal judge ordered a halt to construction, saying Trump needed congressional approval.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

That loyalty has been obvious, as Bondi put on quite a performance in February during a congressional hearing over her department’s handling of the Epstein files.

From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026

This distinction played havoc with congressional debate by creating doubt that the temporary location, once chosen, would ever be abandoned.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis