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Senate invites Supreme Court Chief Justice Roberts to testify in wake of Clarence Thomas ethics scandal

The chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee on Thursday invited Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts to testify next month…

Republican Sen. Tim Scott launches 2024 presidential exploratory committee

Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina launched an exploratory committee for a 2024 presidential campaign on Wednesday, taking a major…

Key lawmakers say upcoming hearings on bank failures aim to boost U.S. confidence in banking sector

WASHINGTON — A bipartisan group of lawmakers overseeing the recent turmoil in the banking sector said Wednesday that they aim…

Senators relaunch bill seeking to force Supreme Court to televise sessions

The chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee and a leading Republican senator on Thursday reintroduced a bill that seeks to…

Treasury Secretary Yellen says not all uninsured deposits will be protected in future bank failures

WASHINGTON — Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen sought to reassure markets and lawmakers on Thursday that the federal government is committed…