U.S. Senators introduce the Fraud Accountability Act to increase penalties and allow for the deportation of immigrants convicted of fraud, motivated by childcare fraud schemes in Minnesota.

Representative Steny Hoyer of Maryland has announced his retirement, marking the end of his long tenure in Congress known for centrist policies. Congresswoman Veronica Escobar praised his service and reasoned approach to legislative disagreements.

Senator Moody calls for passage of the Halo Act, citing increased threats to ICE officers, following an attempt by a protestor to assault officers in Minnesota. The act would establish a 25-foot safety zone around on-duty first responders.

The DC Council's first legislative meeting of 2026 included addressing economic development, housing, public safety, evictions during heat events, and election integrity.

Senator Marsha Blackburn praised the Trump administration's action against a fraud scheme in Minnesota, pushing for a bill making fraud a deportable offense.

Four U.S. Senators introduced the Fraud Accountability Act, aimed at deporting immigrants who commit fraud and revoking naturalization in such cases. The bill responds to alleged fraud in Minnesota's Somali community.

U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro reports successful crime reduction in D.C. under Trump-backed initiative, citing significant arrest and illegal firearm confiscation numbers.

The Plot Thickens book club meets at Thomas Balch Library to discuss "The Wager" on January 22, with book choices accessible and March's selection up for public vote.

Senator Marsha Blackburn proposes the No Tax on Wrongful Delay Act to make IRS-paid interest tax-free for victorious taxpayers in audits or tax litigation.

House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer initiated hearings into alleged widespread theft of federal funds in Minnesota, implicating state officials and some community members in a multi-billion-dollar social program fraud.

The DOI awarded $5.08 million to local governments to strengthen their wildfire response through the Slip-on Tanker Pilot Program, as part of the Trump administration's commitment to preparedness.

Senators, led by Ron Wyden, question the impact of reallocating federal agents from violent crime to immigration enforcement, stressing the potential compromise to public safety and national security.

Mayor Muriel Bowser received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2026 Go-Go Awards for her support of Go-Go music.