New York leaders Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer face pressure from progressive groups despite being poised to lead the House and Senate following Democratic victories in Congress.

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Paul M. Collins Jr. , UMass Amherst (THE CONVERSATION) The 2026 midterm rout that awarded Democrats decisive majorities in the Senate and House has also sparked interest in the future of the U.

Welcome to The Hill’s Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Lawmakers react to October inflation data Lawmakers and incoming lawmakers noted Tuesday that the latest inflation data for October show the economy is still dealing with upward price pressures.

As a resident of Minneapolis, I assure everyone reading this that the Immigration and Customs Enforcement occupation of our city — cities — was outrageous, disgusting and deadly, and voter turnout was higher than usual in response for a midterm.

Eight articles brought by a Republican lawmaker accuse the Pentagon chief of waging unlawful wars on Iran and Venezuela.