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National Journal Vulnerable Freshmen From Both Parties Band Together to Save Themselves
New members of Congress from battleground districts are almost twice as likely to sign on to bipartisan legislation.
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National Journal Political Machine Dissolves as Aaron Schock Leaves Congress
Groups with ties to Schock are closing their doors and Illinois Republicans are looking for new sources of cash after Schock's scandal.
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National Journal Republican 2016 Contenders, Hillary Clinton Spar Over Letter to Tehran
Despite criticism that the Senate GOP overstepped by writing to Iran, some of the party's presidential hopefuls are shouting, "Me, too!"
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National Journal Mikulski's Retirement Unleashes Democratic Domino Effect in Maryland
With six congressional Democrats considering Senate runs, dozens of state and local politicians are hoping for a rare chance to move up in Maryland.
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National Journal How Aaron Schock's Big Spending Has Given Him Political Protection
Despite bad headlines and ethics trouble, observers say Schock may not face a primary, thanks partly to years of high-energy campaigning and fundraising for local Republicans.
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National Journal Ex-Members of Congress Weigh Comebacks After Bashing It
Departing members of Congress often open up and criticize the institution. Then, some try to come back.
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National Journal Can This Republican Win the Immigration Fight that Marco Rubio Couldn't?
Rep. Carlos Curbelo wants to bring Republicans to the table on immigration, but he's not the first to try.
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National Journal Southern Democrats Should Just Forget About 2016
In Arkansas and West Virginia, Dems don't see a comeback without at least an extra two years of distance from Obama.
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The Congressional Tease Caucus: 9 Members Who Think (but Never Act) on Running for Higher Office
Members of Congress are always rumored to be seeking higher office. Some stoke the rumors without ever following through.
