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DC Dictionary

You hear it over and over, but you don’t speak ‘Inside the Beltway.’ DC Dictionary demystifies Capitol Hill jargon for everyone to understand.

As Russia continues invading Ukraine, the United States and NATO continue to threaten sanctions to cripple the government's access to funds.

Explainer Cash, arms and yachts: Why all sanctions are not created equal

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Explainer What does it mean to censure a politician?

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Following the Watergate scandal, Congress passed the Public Records Act, ensuring presidential materials remain intact and public.

Straight From DC Presidential Records Act: Tracking documents from Watergate to Mar-a-Lago

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Amid tense budget negotiations, Congress will often utilize a continuing resolution to avert a government shutdown.

Straight From DC Continuing resolution: Congress’ way of kicking the can down the road

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Contempt of Congress occurs when a person interferes with Congressional action. It's generally used when people don't show for Congressional hearings.

Straight From DC DC Dictionary: Contempt of Congress explained

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Trump's legal team has claimed executive privilege as the House select committee investigating the Capitol riots seeks riot-related records.

Explainer Executive privilege isn’t the same as complete immunity, expert explains

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The Senate is turning to cloture or test votes more frequently.

Explainer DC Dictionary: Cloture explained

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