MISCHIEFS OF FACTION

The recent GOP brouhaha is indicative of how closely the House Freedom Caucus and its allies have tied themselves to Trump.

The latest biography of Speaker Nancy Pelosi offers some sharp insights into her political career and how power is exercised in Congress.

Trump’s odd photo-op underscores how most politicians see the nation’s capital: as a cheap political prop.

Despite some alarmist headlines, there’s good reason to think American democracy will survive the pandemic.

Bad behavior at yesterday's State of the Union address signals a continuing decline in the respect that our leaders have for their instituti

Aversion to loss, fueled by polarization, explains why a disgraced Trump is better for Republicans than President Pence

Republicans' defense of presidential conduct and complaints about unfair proceedings are par for the course for a House minority party.

Despite not getting one Republican to back their impeachment inquiry, House Democrats shouldn’t lose all hope of GOP support later on.

The Hill resignation is not an isolated incident. Chasing female legislators from Congress based on their husband's behavior is a tradition.

Two recent congressional resolutions suggest that certain Republicans are less than enthusiastic about the president.

History suggests that three “inside the Beltway” factors can convince reluctant lawmakers to support presidential impeachment.

An example of how social norms cement party discipline in Congress.