congressional

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The National Trust for Historic Preservation sued to stop construction, arguing the administration had not followed the legally required review process and had not secured congressional approval.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

The settlement provision involving the IRS stood, Blanche noted at a congressional hearing.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

At a congressional hearing, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Iran's highly enriched uranium stockpiles were at the centre of discussions with Tehran.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

Republicans had hoped the plans would help the GOP gain key congressional seats.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 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