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  • Congressman faces misdemeanor charge stemming from fire alarm incident

    October 25, 2023 5:46 PM

    WASHINGTON - Rep. Jamaal Bowman has been charged with falsely pulling the fire alarm at a congressional office building before the House of Representatives voted on a stopgap spending bill to fund the government last month, according to court records. Court documents say Bowman, D-N.Y., knowingly pulled the fire... more »
  • Cassidy headed to Israel on bipartisan trip; will meet with Netanyahu

    October 13, 2023 8:37 PM

    BATON ROUGE - U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy will be part of a bipartisan Congressional delegation headed to Israel to meet with that nation's leadership, the senator's office announced late Friday. Cassidy, a Louisiana Republican, recently joined Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) and several other senators -- including Sen. John... more »
  • Steve Scalise grapples with holdouts in battle to become House speaker

    October 12, 2023 12:57 PM

    WASHINGTON - House Republicans plan to huddle behind closed doors Thursday afternoon to work toward the election of a new House speaker after Majority Leader Steve Scalise narrowly won the party's nomination in a private ballot at the Capitol Wednesday. During the closer-door session Thursday, Scalise will address the... more »
  • Government funding deal means National Flood Insurance Program extended

    October 2, 2023 12:24 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The last-minute weekend deal to avert a federal government shutdown included something Louisiana's congressional delegation has championed: an extension for the National Flood Insurance Program. The bipartisan agreement that passed on Saturday ensured the continuation of the program -- but only until Nov. 17. Anything... more »
  • New Jersey senator, wife indicted on bribery counts

    September 22, 2023 1:48 PM

    WASHINGTON - New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez and his wife have been indicted on bribery charges. The United State Justice Department says the Democratic senator and his wife, Nadine Arslanian Menendez, are facing charges in connection with their "corrupt" relationship with three New Jersey businessmen. Prosecutors have specifically... more »
  • Hearing on La. congressional maps now set for October

    July 17, 2023 5:03 PM

    BATON ROUGE - A federal trial court will hear arguments for and against congressional redistricting in a three-day session now set for early October. Chief Judge Shelly Dick of the Middle District on Monday ordered parties to appear for a hearing starting on Oct. 3 in U.S. District Court... more »
  • Louisiana seeks trial on redistricting, says 'plenty of time' before 2024 vote

    July 11, 2023 5:09 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The plaintiffs in a federal case that could force congressional re-districting in Louisiana want the matter to play out next at the appellate court level, but Louisiana officials hope it will return to district court -- and insist that there's time for a trial there in advance... more »
  • Status quo: Incumbents coast to reelection in local Congressional races Play Video

    November 8, 2022 7:17 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Polls have closed in Louisiana, where incumbent members of the U.S. House of Representatives were heavily favored to retain their positions in Congress. Here's how the trio of lawmakers from the WBRZ viewing area fared: TROY CARTER REELECTED Rookie Democratic Congressman Troy Carter, whose district... more »
  • After much fanfare, daylight saving time may not be permanent after all

    November 4, 2022 5:32 PM

    BATON ROUGE - A proposal to keep daylight saving time in place throughout the year may, itself, be falling back. It now appears unlikely to get the necessary approval before Congress adjourns. That would re-set the effort to Square One, meaning this weekend's return to standard time may not... more »
  • Governor vetoes controversial congressional redistricting maps

    February 18, 2022 4:52 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Governor Edwards vetoed controversial proposed congressional redistricting maps Wednesday. Political consultant Bernie Pinsonat said now the legislature has two choices during the legislative session that starts Monday: either have a veto session or pass the maps with no changes. "The Governor made this announcement right... more »
  • Stopgap bill signed by President a temporary fix to US debt limit issues

    October 1, 2021 8:57 AM

    A government shutdown that would have happened at midnight was officially prevented Thursday when President Joe Biden signed Congress' stopgap funding bill to extend government funding through December 3, CNN reports . The stopgap bill the President signed will also provide funding to help process and resettle Afghan refugees... more »
  • 2nd District congressional race called in favor of Troy Carter

    April 24, 2021 12:34 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Troy Carter won the 2nd Congressional District runoff race, beating his opponent Karen Carter Peterson. The 2nd Congressional District race was called Saturday night after an intense race between the two democratic legislative colleagues for the U.S. House seat. Carter won by nearly 10,000 votes,... more »
  • Analysis: What happens next with the COVID relief bill?

    March 8, 2021 6:09 AM

    The House will vote on President Joe Biden's $1.9 trillion COVID relief bill this Tuesday (March 10) and many expect the vote to succeed on a party line. According to CNN , senate passage of Biden's bill over the weekend brought the massive legislation one step closer to law.... more »
  • Lawmakers condemn Wednesday's violent protest in D.C. Play Video

    January 7, 2021 8:38 AM

    WASHINGTON - Lawmakers in Washington D.C.'s Capitol building, shaken by Wednesday (Jan. 6) afternoon's violent protest and storming of the building, were united in their condemnation of the mob's actions. During the riot, lawmakers were ushered out of the building. Among them, Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, who spoke... more »
  • Close friends, acquaintances remember congressman-elect Letlow Play Video

    December 30, 2020 10:32 PM

    BATON ROUGE - State Fire Marshal Butch Browning fought back tears Wednesday while remembering not just a Congressman-elect, but a dear friend in Luke Letlow , who died Tuesday due to complications from COVID-19. "It's probably, in more recent times, the saddest thing that I've ever experienced," Browning... more »
  • Millions of Americans face unemployment benefits lapse

    December 25, 2020 10:58 AM

    A challenging year draws to a close with hope arriving in the form of promising COVID vaccinations that are already being administered to healthcare workers across the nation. But even as this glimmer of hope appears, so does a looming financial threat that would impact millions of Americans. ... more »
  • Congress debates as federal unemployment nears cutoff date Play Video

    July 22, 2020 10:27 PM

    WASHINGTON - As negotiations continue on a fourth COVID-19 stimulus package, hundreds of thousands of unemployed workers in Louisiana and millions more across the country are days away from losing hundreds of dollars weekly in federal aid provided through the CARES Act earlier this year. "We're head on a... more »
  • Senate approves $2 trillion COVID-19 stimulus bill Play Video

    March 25, 2020 10:10 PM

    UPDATE: The House of Representatives has approved the bill Friday and sent it to President Trump. See the full report here: https://www.wbrz.com/news/house-passes-2-2t-rescue-package-rushes-it-to-trump ****** WASHINGTON - After an agreement was reached between the White House and Senate leaders, a $2 trillion rescue bill was approved late Wednesday evening. ... more »
  • Steve Scalise promoting his new book 'Back in the Game' Play Video

    November 18, 2018 11:44 PM

    BATON ROUGE - U.S. Congressman Steve Scalise says the Democrats better get ready for a fight when they take over the House of Representatives. The congressman from the New Orleans area was in Baton Rouge Sunday, promoting his new book. It's titled "Back in the Game," it recounts his... more »
  • Governor Edwards seeks disaster loan change in Harvey bill Play Video

    September 6, 2017 2:28 PM

    BATON ROUGE- Gov. John Bel Edwards is asking Congress to tweak federal law governing disaster loans as part of the Hurricane Harvey aid legislation being rushed to passage. The governor sent a letter Wednesday to U.S. House and Senate leaders seeking an adjustment to language governing Small Business Administration... more »
  • Lawmakers, friends discuss political rhetoric after Scalise shooting Play Video

    June 15, 2017 10:48 PM

    BATON ROUGE – State Representative Cameron Henry said his reaction to fly to Washington, D.C., immediately after learning of his friend U.S. Representative Steve Scalise's injury from a shooting was second nature. Henry spoke with WBRZ reporter Mark Armstrong in Washington, D.C., Thursday evening. Henry said he has... more »
  • Officials release comments about D.C. shooting that injured La.'s Scalise

    June 14, 2017 9:59 AM

    BATON ROUGE – Louisiana officials responded to the Washtington D.C. shooting that wounded Congressman Steve Scalise of New Orleans with messages of shock and concern Wednesday. > LISTEN: Cong. Garret Graves (Baton Rouge) discusses the shooting with WBRZ. Hear it HERE . Rep. Scalise's office "This morning,... more »
  • La. congressional delegation reacts to Syrian missile strikes

    April 7, 2017 9:50 AM

    BATON ROUGE - The United States has attacked a Syrian air base with roughly 60 cruise missiles in response to a chemical weapons attack it blames on President Bashar Assad. Louisiana's congressional delegation issued the following statements on the missile strikes: U.S. Senator John Kennedy: “I commend... more »
  • $1.2B in Louisiana flood recovery spending plans approved

    March 31, 2017 6:45 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has approved Louisiana's plan to spend $1.2 billion for flood recovery. The approval is part of the state's final action plan. HUD previously approved an original action plan in April for an initial $438 million appropriation from Congress.... more »
  • Congressman: People might need to choose either healthcare or an iPhone

    March 7, 2017 11:34 AM

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - The fight over healthcare took a powerful turn Tuesday morning when a high-ranking Republican in the U.S. House likened people's decision about healthcare to purchasing the latest gadgets. “A mericans have choices and they've got to make a choice. So maybe rather than getting that new... more »
  • Edwards administration defends flood response Play Video

    January 6, 2017 12:11 AM

    BATON ROUGE- Governor Edwards' Administration pushed back against criticism Thursday that it's too slow in responding to the August flood. Friday Edwards will present the state's first disaster relief program 147 days after the storm. "Only twenty of the days have been in the control of the state," said... more »
  • Garret Graves wins re-election in 6th district

    November 8, 2016 5:14 PM

    BATON ROUGE – Congressman Garret Graves returns to Washington, D.C. – as expected – having won re-election to the seat he's held since January 2015. Five others campaigned for the seat. Graves won the election with {xx} percent of the vote. Graves originally was elected to Congress in... more »
  • Boustany files suit over book's prostitution claims

    October 3, 2016 6:39 PM

    LAFAYETTE - Congressman Charles Boustany filed a lawsuit Monday against the author of a new book and the book's publishers. Boustany's attorney, Jimmy Faircloth, said a newly-published book about the murder of eight prostitutes in Jennings, Louisiana, falsely accuses Boustany of having a relationship with the women. The suit... more »
  • Flood victims to wait for federal aid Play Video

    September 28, 2016 7:32 PM

    BATON ROUGE- As congress is expected to approve $500 million for flood relief in South Louisiana, state leaders say it will take some time for the money to get to victims. "It can take anywhere between five to eight months," said Pat Forbes Monday, the executive director of the... more »
  • Congress praised for early flood aid package, but leaders say more is needed

    September 22, 2016 2:21 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Governor John Bel Edwards praised Congress for its effort to secure up to $500 million for flood relief Thursday, but stressed the need for additional money to help people in flood-ravaged south Louisiana rebuild. The money is made available in a federal, short-term continuing resolution item.... more »
  • Praised by viewers of FEMA hearing feed; Who is Rep. Mica?

    September 9, 2016 11:41 AM

    WASHINGTON, D.C. - People watching WBRZ's Facebook Live feed of the Congressional hearing into FEMA's response to the flood rallied around a Florida lawmaker. "We have to do a better job of meeting our federal responsibility," Congressman John L. Mica (R), said in his closing remarks of the Subcommittee... more »
  • From cop to Congress? 'Cajun John Wayne' launches campaign Play Video

    May 19, 2016 12:12 AM

    LAFAYETTE - Tough-talking cop Clay Higgins, who became a viral sensation in videos that earned him the moniker "Cajun John Wanye" could have a new title soon- U.S. Congressman. Higgins announced he was running for the 3rd Congressional District seat being vacated by Rep. Charles Boustany (R), who's running... more »
  • Mayor Holden announces candidacy for congress

    May 16, 2016 6:31 PM

    BATON ROUGE- Mayor-President Melvin “Kip” Holden held a press conference on Wednesday to announce his candidacy for Louisiana’s 2nd Congressional District in the U.S. House of Representatives race this week. Holden said back in March that he was “90 percent” sure he was running. Currently democrat Cedric Richmond holds the... more »

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