The House has reconvened in Washington after almost two months. During their absence, significant changes have occurred in the political arena. Since mid-July, President Trump has ramped up or initiated controversies on several issues, including Iran and the Great Lakes.
Now, lawmakers face these ongoing issues and must also address an impending deadline to fund the government. The tasks ahead require balancing existing disputes with critical budgetary decisions that affect the nation.
Correspondent Lisa Desjardins reports on these developments from the U.S. Capitol for PBS News Hour. She also covers how these decisions impact citizens across the country.