Ukrainian President Zelenskyy Visits Congress, Asks for Continued Support During War

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy Visits Congress, Asks for Continued Support During War

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with our lawmakers earlier this morning in D.C.

16 hrs 14 mins ago by Rachel Knapp
House Republicans Urge Colleagues to Move Forward with Short Term Spending Bill

House Republicans Urge Colleagues to Move Forward with Short Term Spending Bill

The clock is ticking for congress to finalize spending bills. With a lot of fighting among house republicans, the process has been slow.

September 19th, 6:48 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
Congressional Hearing Focuses on Immigration Impacts on Economy

Congressional Hearing Focuses on Immigration Impacts on Economy

Immigration has always been a hot topic nationally and in our local communities. In congress, members of congress looked at how immigrants impact our economy.

September 18th, 6:54 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
Warriors to Washington Places Wreath at Tomb of Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery

Warriors to Washington Places Wreath at Tomb of Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery

WASHINGTON, D.C. - A group of Erie area veterans were able to place a wreath at the Arlington National Cemetery. For the past ten years the organization, Warriors to Washington, sends a group of veterans to our nation’s capital. They get a chance to

September 17th, 1:49 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
Members Give Update on Changes in Farm Bill, Likely to be Delayed

Members Give Update on Changes in Farm Bill, Likely to be Delayed

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Farm Bill is one of the most important pieces of legislation from congress. It impacts every single American because it sets policy for agriculture, nutrition and other areas. The Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, Rep. Gl

September 15th, 6:25 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
House Republican Intraparty Fighting Stalls Spending Bills from Moving Forward

House Republican Intraparty Fighting Stalls Spending Bills from Moving Forward

WASHINGTON, D.C. - A possible government shutdown is becoming a greater threat as the US House of Representatives was unable to move forward with spending bills. The October 1 deadline is just hanging over congress. On Wednesday, the House planned on voti

September 14th, 7:05 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
Mixed Reaction from Members on President Biden Impeachment Inquiry

Mixed Reaction from Members on President Biden Impeachment Inquiry

On Tuesday, Speaker McCarthy gave the go ahead for congressional republicans to open an impeachment inquiry into President Biden.

September 13th, 7:04 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
New Federal Loans Could Help With Shoreline Erosion, Flooding

New Federal Loans Could Help With Shoreline Erosion, Flooding

New funding could be available soon to protect our communities from natural disasters. The funding helps local governments invest in projects to deal with flooding, rising water levels, coastal erosion and more.

September 12th, 6:44 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
Pentagon Honors Victims of 9/11 Attack with Memorial Service

Pentagon Honors Victims of 9/11 Attack with Memorial Service

Continuing our September 11th coverage, he Pentagon was one of the three places attacked by terrorists.

September 11th, 6:59 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
Tensions Between House, Senate Grow as Budget Deadline Approaches

Tensions Between House, Senate Grow as Budget Deadline Approaches

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Tensions between the US House of Representatives and the Senate are growing over a possible government shutdown. Some senators are accusing the House of not working in a bipartisan way to finalize a budget, which threatens a shutdown.

September 7th, 6:38 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
Congress Returns, Working to Prevent Government Shutdown

Congress Returns, Working to Prevent Government Shutdown

WASHINGTON, D.C.. - The clock is ticking for congress to finalize major spending bills. If they can’t reach an agreement before the end of the month, a government shutdown will happen. A short term funding measure will be the focus on the Hill. The

September 5th, 2:36 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
2024 Elections Could Flip Senate

2024 Elections Could Flip Senate

WASHINGTON, D.C. - This week Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R- KY) appeared to freeze up during a news conference. It’s the second time within weeks he’s had a similar incident. It’s now sparking fresh questions of not only his

August 31st, 2:33 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
Congressional Members Advocate to Add Statues of People Honoring US Territories in Capitol

Congressional Members Advocate to Add Statues of People Honoring US Territories in Capitol

WASHINGTON, D.C. - In the halls of the US Capitol building there are statues that represent each state, but not every part of the US is represented. There are no statues representing any of the US territories and some members want to change that. When vis

August 21st, 5:20 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
Political Scientists Believe Hunter Biden Investigation could have Opposite Impact Republicans Looking for

Political Scientists Believe Hunter Biden Investigation could have Opposite Impact Republicans Looking for

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Sometime this week we expect former President Donald Trump to surrender to Georgia authorities on charges he tried to change that state’s election results. Republicans claim the justice department is being weaponized against Trump

August 21st, 4:20 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
Federal Grant to Help Low-Income Families with Childcare Coming to Chautauqua County Program

Federal Grant to Help Low-Income Families with Childcare Coming to Chautauqua County Program

WASHINGTON, D.C. - New York Senators Kirsten Gillibrand (D- NY) and Chuck Schumer (D- NY) recently announced more than eleven million in federal funding is going towards early head start programs across New York. One of six programs getting part of that f

August 18th, 3:45 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
Trump Might Not Attend GOP Debate

Trump Might Not Attend GOP Debate

Next week is the first GOP primary debate, but one of the biggest questions is: will the republican front runner Donald Trump participate?

August 17th, 6:42 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
Georgia Indictment Could Lead Independent Voters Away from Trump

Georgia Indictment Could Lead Independent Voters Away from Trump

Late Monday night, a Georgia grand jury indicted former President Donald Trump and 18 of his allies.

August 16th, 8:39 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
Political Scientist: Latest Trump Indictment Could be Most Detrimental

Political Scientist: Latest Trump Indictment Could be Most Detrimental

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Political scientists believe this most recent indictment against former President Donald Trump could be the most consequential. Overnight the Fulton County Georgia District Attorney announced former President Donald Trump and his closes

August 15th, 2:46 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
Former PA State Trooper Hopes to Help Students be More Aware of Human Trafficking

Former PA State Trooper Hopes to Help Students be More Aware of Human Trafficking

WASHINGTON, D.C. - A former Pennsylvania State Trooper said human trafficking is a growing issue. It happens not only in our hometown but across the nation. He’s trying to make students more aware of this issue. Matthew Harris, a former Pennsylvania

August 14th, 1:29 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
Trump Could Face Fourth Indictment

Trump Could Face Fourth Indictment

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Former President Donald Trump’s legal woes are looking far from over. While he plead not guilty to trying to overturn the 2020 election in a DC courtroom, he might face a fourth indictment soon. In one of the most consequential ca

August 4th, 3:25 PM EDT by Rachel Knapp
House Freedom Caucus Demands Spending Cuts, Prepares for Appropriations Fights
House Freedom Caucus Demands Spending Cuts, Prepares for Appropriations Fights

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congress is working to reach a deal on next year’s budget before October to prevent a government shutdown. A handful of House republicans said they are not afraid of a government shutdown, demanding that congress cuts even more to

Russia Increasing Attacks on Ukraine Port Towns, Historic Sites
Russia Increasing Attacks on Ukraine Port Towns, Historic Sites

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The State Department said Russia is escalating their attacks on Ukraine by sending missiles to hit important port towns, residential buildings and even world heritage sites. “Over the weekend we saw horrific images of burning chur

Congressional Members Urge Fair Agreement Between UPS, Teamsters
Congressional Members Urge Fair Agreement Between UPS, Teamsters

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Teamsters, the union which represents roughly 340-thousand UPS workers said they will resume contract negotiations with UPS. This follows a two week stalemate working to resolve issues like better pay and better working conditions. Cong

Senate Committee Advances Supreme Court Ethics Code, Recusal Reform
Senate Committee Advances Supreme Court Ethics Code, Recusal Reform

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Senate Judiciary Committee spent hours debating a bill that calls for the Supreme Court to impose more rigorous rules for the disclosure of travel, gifts and income received by the justices and their law clerks. The bill would also

Mixed Reaction from Congressional Members on Potential Trump Indictment on January 6 Investigation
Mixed Reaction from Congressional Members on Potential Trump Indictment on January 6 Investigation

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Former President Donald Trump could be facing another federal indictment. The charges could relate to the January 6, 2021 US Capitol attack. For the most part, this potential grand jury indictment is getting a mixed response from congre

Russia Terminates Ukrainian Grain Deal, Officials Warn of Global Food Impacts
Russia Terminates Ukrainian Grain Deal, Officials Warn of Global Food Impacts

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Biden administration is now accusing Russia of contributing to a global food crisis as they end an agreement to keep grain from getting out of Ukraine. Ukraine is a major grain producer. Their grain exports help many developing coun

Tense Congressional Hearing Between Members and FBI Director
Tense Congressional Hearing Between Members and FBI Director

WASHINGTON, D.C. - What should’ve been a standard congressional hearing on the FBI's oversight turned into a standoff between the FBI director and congressional republicans. Members criticized the director of weaponizing the agency. A House Judiciar

Gillibrand, Congressional Democrats Push to Finalize Equal Rights Amendment into Constitution
Gillibrand, Congressional Democrats Push to Finalize Equal Rights Amendment into Constitution

Congressional democrats are pushing to make the Equal Rights Amendment part of the US Constitution. Members said this gender-equality amendment has met the necessary requirements and that a decades old deadline is arbitrary.