Shane Goldmacher

Shane Goldmacher is a congressional correspondent for National Journal.

Democrats in Triage Mode on White House Scandals

Democrats in Triage Mode on White House Scandals

Republicans are hoping to fold the three scandals into a single narrative of an unaccountable and overreaching White House that cannot be trusted. More »

Why Would Anyone Ever Want to Run for Congress?

Why Would Anyone Ever Want to Run for Congress?

How Democratic and Republican officials cajole potential candidates into signing on for constant stress, ceaseless fundraising, and the danger of losing your job every two years More »

Menendez Spent Up to 87% of His Wealth Repaying Donor for Flights

Menendez Spent Up to 87% of His Wealth Repaying Donor for Flights

Facing questions about his relationship with a donor, the New Jersey senator appears to have emptied out his savings in an effort to put concerns to rest. More »

Rep. Phil Gingrey: Todd Akin Was 'Partly Right' About 'Legitimate Rape'

Rep. Phil Gingrey: Todd Akin Was 'Partly Right' About 'Legitimate Rape'

The Georgia Republican, an OB-GYN, boldly steps into territory that brought down two Senate candidates in the 2012 elections. More »

Look-Alike Sites Funnel Big Money to Mystery PAC

Look-Alike Sites Funnel Big Money to Mystery PAC

The mysterious CAPE PAC has netted more than $570,000 from apparently snookered donors. Where is the money going? More »

Rep. Donald Payne, Democrat of New Jersey, Dies at 77

Rep. Donald Payne, Democrat of New Jersey, Dies at 77

The 12-term congressman was a former chair of the Congressional Black Caucus. More »

Disparate Impact: Black Lawmakers and Ethics Investigations

Disparate Impact: Black Lawmakers and Ethics Investigations

A disproportionate share of cases have been brought against Congressional Black Caucus members. African-American lawmakers would like to know why. More »

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