House Crafts New FISA Plan

March 12, 2008, 12 a.m.

In a move that could provide political cover to moderate Democrats as Members prepare to return to their districts next week, House leaders unveiled a new proposal Tuesday to expand the federal domestic spying program. Democratic leadership plans to approve the legislation this week, leaving the Senate to make the next move as lawmakers adjourn for a two-week recess.

Schumer Advocates for Many on Panel

Nov. 16, 12 a.m.

As Senate Majority Leader, Lyndon Johnson once said of the Joint Economic Committee, “It’s as useless as tits on a bull.” But as that panel’s chairman during the 110th Congress, Sen. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) seized the opportunity to elevate the traditionally low-profile post to the forefront of shaping policy. Read Full Article