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Members of Congress arrive before the start of the 116th Congress and swearing-in ceremony on the floor of the US House of Representatives at the US Capitol on January 3, 2019, in Washington, DC. (Brendan Smialowski/AFP)
May 16, 2019, 1:46 pm
US Republicans launch bid to force House vote on BDS
Controversial bill meant to oppose the anti-Israel boycott is held up in part because Democrats say it poses a threat to First Amendment free speech protections
By Ron Kampeas
Nancy Pelosi reacts as she is confirmed Speaker of the House during the 116th Congress and swearing-in ceremony on the floor of the US House of Representatives at the US Capitol on January 3, 2019 in Washington, DC. (Brendan Smialowski/AFP)
January 3, 2019, 10:58 pm
Speaker Pelosi sees ‘new dawn’ as Democrat-controlled 116th Congress opens
Amid government shutdown over Trump’s border wall demand, representatives — including record number of women — sworn in
By LISA MASCARO
A young girl clutches a friend during candlelight vigil for victims of the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School yesterday, at Pine Trail Park, in Parkland, Fla., Feb. 15, 2018. (Mark Wilson/Getty Images, via JTA)
February 16, 2018, 10:37 pm
Florida victim’s aunt urges end to gun ‘sickness that has gripped our country’
Abbie Youkilis, whose niece Jaime Guttenberg was one of the 17 killed in school massacre, calls guns a ‘national disease’ and pleads with voters to challenge the NRA
By Ben Sales
US Congressman Steve Scalise at a press conference in Washington, DC, June 13, 2017. (Win McNamee/Getty Images/AFP)
July 6, 2017, 8:13 am
US lawmaker shot by anti-Trump gunman back in intensive care
Doctors concerned over infections, say Republican congressman Steve Scalise is in serious condition
By AFP
In this May 17, 2017 photo, Majority Whip Rep. Steve Scalise, R-La., speaks with the media on Capitol Hill in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
June 24, 2017, 6:49 am
Shot US congressman Steve Scalise out of intensive care
Hospital says house majority whip ‘making good progress’ after being shot in the hip in attack on GOP lawmakers
By AP
US Capitol Police Chief Matthew Verderosa, with FBI Washington Field Office, Special Agent in Charge Timothy Slater, back right, speaks to reporters outside the FBI Washington Field Office, June 21, 2017 in Washington, during a news conference about the investigative findings to date in the shooting that occurred at Eugene Simpson Stadium Park in Alexandria, Va., on June 14, 2017. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)
June 21, 2017, 10:38 pm
FBI: Gunman who shot congressman had no specific target in mind
James T. Hodgkinson, who wounded Rep. Steve Scalise and 4 others, acted alone and had no connection to terror groups
By Ben Nuckols
Rep. Louie Gohmert of Texas speaks at an event on Capitol Hill honoring EFRAT, a group that discourages abortion, June 15, 2017. (Shmuel Lenchevsky)
June 20, 2017, 3:32 am
GOP shooting dominates Israeli anti-abortion group’s anniversary celebration
Speakers at event say attack on Congress members a reminder of the sanctity of life
By Giovanna Paz
Steve Scalise speaks on Capitol Hill in Washington on March 8, 2017. (AP/J. Scott Applewhite)
June 18, 2017, 3:18 am
Shot congressman Scalise shows signs of improvement
House majority whip upgraded from critical to serious condition; other lawmakers on shooter‘s list briefed
By AP
Candidates in Georgia's special congressional election Karen Handel (R) and Jon Ossof (D) participate in a debate (YouTube screenshot)
June 17, 2017, 9:01 am
Candidates in special Georgia election receive threats
Karen Handel and Jon Ossoff vow to work with law enforcement to counter intimidation
By JTA
US Congressman Steve Scalise at a press conference in Washington, DC, June 13, 2017. (Win McNamee/Getty Images/AFP)
June 17, 2017, 5:39 am
Shot US lawmaker still ‘critical’ but improving, doctor says
Trauma surgeon ‘optimistic’ that Steve Scalise will make full recovery
By AFP
A photo of House Majority Whip Steve Scalise, R-La., is seen on the video board as the last member of the Republican team announced before the Congressional baseball game, Thursday, June 15, 2017, in Washington. The annual GOP-Democrats baseball game raises money for charity. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
June 16, 2017, 11:16 pm
A ballgame of unity, spirit, friendly rivalry, won by Dems
Democratic Rep. Mike Doyle accepts the trophy, then gives it to his GOP counterpart, Rep. Joe Barton, to put in Steve Scalise’s office
By Erica Werner and KEVIN FREKING
Supporters of House Majority Whip Steve Scalise, R-La., hold signs before the Congressional baseball game, Thursday, June 15, 2017, in Washington. The annual GOP-Democrats baseball game raises money for charity. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
June 16, 2017, 4:50 pm
Scalise has more surgery as authorities track shooter’s path
Investigators recover phone, camera from James Hodgkinson’s van; Dems, Republicans show unity during annual baseball match
By Alan Fram
Painted cloth flags including one saying 'Love One Another' are strung across a store in Virginia on June 15, 2017, a day after Congressman Steve Scalise was shot during nearby during baseball practice. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)
June 16, 2017, 4:30 am
Talk of unity wanes as Republicans, Democrats blame each other for shooting
Washington’s partisan rhetoric back on display just a day after gunman shot congressman Steve Scalise at Virginia baseball field
By Erica Werner
Injured aide Zach Barth (L) and Republican Congressman Roger Williams walk off the field before the annual congressional baseball game in Washington, DC, June 15, 2017. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
June 16, 2017, 3:56 am
Democrats and Republicans show unity on baseball field to honor wounded colleague
‘The game will go on,’ declares Trump, as lawmakers put partisan rancor on hold a day after shooting of congressman Steve Scalise
By Erica Werner and KEVIN FREKING
US Congressman Steve Scalise at a press conference in Washington, DC, June 13, 2017. (Win McNamee/Getty Images/AFP)
June 16, 2017, 2:13 am
Shot congressman facing ‘much more difficult’ recovery than first thought
Steve Scalise undergoing repeated surgery for shattered bones, torn organs and severe bleeding after Wednesday shooting
By Alan Fram
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