congressional

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Many a sitcom, drama and news program of that era lamented the lack of congressional courage.

From Salon • May 8, 2026

Lawmakers approved the amendment again in January before passing a separate bill in February laying out the new congressional districts, contingent on voter approval.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

Judge David Tatel did this, he said, because he had no faith that Roberts would read the congressional report himself or know any of this otherwise.

From Slate • May 7, 2026

The winning primary candidates still face a November general election before they can go to Indianapolis next year and craft new congressional districts for 2028.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026

The directors of the Exposition Company did decide to seek a direct appropriation from Congress, but their request triggered a congressional investigation of the fair’s expenditures.

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson