The countdown on Capitol Hill is underway as midterm elections draw near, placing Congress under significant time pressure. While the House enjoys its summer recess, the Senate remains in Washington to address a busy and challenging agenda.
Among the Senate’s priorities is the initial vote on President Trump’s nominee for the position of Director of National Intelligence. This task highlights the broader complexities that Congress is dealing with amid a packed schedule.
Lisa Desjardins provides insights from her vantage point on the U.S. Capitol as a correspondent for PBS News Hour. Her reporting not only covers developments in Washington but also examines how these decisions impact communities nationwide.