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congressional

[kuhn-gresh-uh-nl, kuhng-] / kənˈgrɛʃ ə nl, kəŋ- /


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While a deal was being struck, Navatek and congressional staffers worked closely on the legislative process.

From Salon Sep. 23, 2026

Historically, presidents needed congressional approval for major policy changes.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 21, 2026

Armstrong didn’t hesitate to bypass congressional staff or speak sharply to senators—including ones who were ultimately trying to help him pass the Clarity Act, the people said.

From The Wall Street Journal Sep. 20, 2026

He gravitated toward politicians championing social justice causes, managing the first congressional campaign for Congressman Esteban Torres, himself a former labor activist.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 18, 2026

One month after the parade, she gathered a group of 531 women—two women from every state, plus one from each congressional district—and they walked the parade route in reverse.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling




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