CQ Morning Briefing

Mar 07 2025 754 ep. 1 mins 9
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The morning news from the CQ Roll Call newsroom.

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Waiting on text of a long-term stopgap

Mar 07 2025 2 mins  
Lawmakers await the expected release of a long-term CR. Federal firings and program cuts continue to cause consternation. And Democrats hope to revive a package of health care "extenders." David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, March 7, 2025.

Even with CR expected, appropriators near topline pact

Mar 06 2025 2 mins  
Appropriators near agreement on a fiscal 2025 topline, but it may not matter. A deputy secretary at Homeland Security could be confirmed today. And a key House Republican says the 2017 tax cuts could be extended eight or nine years. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Thursday, March 6, 2025.

Long-term CR plan faces pressure from left and right

Mar 05 2025 2 mins  
A long-term CR faces a squeeze from both sides. Republicans in the Senate ponder how to handle the House budget resolution. And legislation to nullify a CFPB rule on payment apps is teed up for a vote in the Senate. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

Trump takes to the Hill for prime-time address

Mar 04 2025 2 mins  
Trump delivers an address to a joint session of Congress. Republicans hope to release a long-term CR this weekend. And tariffs against Canada and Mexico are set to take effect today. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

Budget talks, and a talk from Trump

Mar 03 2025 2 mins  
The House and Senate prepare for an address by Trump, and for budget talks. Education nominee Linda McMahon gets a confirmation vote. And Republicans target environmental rules from late in Biden's term. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, March 3, 2025.

White House requests 'anomalies' as CR odds increase

Feb 28 2025 2 mins  
The White House seeks "anomalies" for a long-term continuing resolution. A House panel looks to get a jump on possible tax provisions for a reconciliation bill. And Trump plans to impose his tariffs on Mexico and Canada next week. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Friday, Feb. 28, 2025.

Senate concerns on House budget could lead to choppy waters

Feb 27 2025 2 mins  
The Senate is eyeing changes to the House's budget resolution that could upset a delicate balance. The GOP considers multiple paths forward on fiscal 2025 appropriations. Republicans stay quiet on Trump's latest moves on foreign affairs agencies. Jacob Fulton has your CQ Morning Briefing for Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025.

After dramatic House vote, focus turns to talks with Senate

Feb 26 2025 1 mins  
House Republicans adopt their budget resolution, but now need to agree with the Senate on a final version. GOP leaders and appropriators discuss next steps on appropriations talks. Trump's pick for trade representative gets a confirmation vote. Jacob Fulton has your CQ Morning Briefing for Wednesday, Feb. 26. 2025.

House budget heads to floor in face of GOP uncertainty

Feb 25 2025 1 mins  
The House could vote on a budget resolution as early as today, but it's not clear whether the conference will unite behind it. Republicans largely keep quiet on Trump's Russia pivot. Democrats and Republicans both get constituent flak about the new administration. Jacob Fulton has your CQ Morning Briefing for Tuesday, February 25.

House GOP budget blueprint heads to the floor

Feb 24 2025 2 mins  
House Republicans are set to act on their budget resolution this week. Lawmakers raise concerns about Defense firings and an unusual email to federal workers. And Labor nominee Lori Chavez-DeRemer will get a committee vote this week. David Higgins has your CQ Morning Briefing for Monday, Feb. 24, 2025.