Politics

WASHINGTON, D.C. (NBC News) – President Donald Trump and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell stood together Monday as a show of solidarity during an impromptu question-and-answer session with reporters. The two have publicly feuded in recent weeks, but now, as they’re trying …

Washington, D.C. – Oregon Senator Ron Wyden joined other U.S. Senators in introducing bills that would allow victims of gun violence to sue gun manufacturers, dealers and trade associations. The Equal Access to Justice for Victims of Gun Violence Act could repeal …

Salem, Ore. – Oregon Governor Kate Brown announced Monday she’ll run for re-election in 2018. “The Oregon we all love is a special place. And we can all be proud of the reasons why. We have the fastest job growth in the …

Washington, D.C. – Republican Senator John McCain announced Friday he’ll vote “no” on the Graham-Cassidy health care bill, putting the legislation in peril. McCain said the bill that would remake the country’s health care system lacked the necessary debate and committee time. …

Salem, Ore. – Following “extensive input” from southern Oregonians, Governor Kate Brown will not veto a portion of a bill that provides funds for the Holly Theatre. Last session, the Oregon State Legislature passed House Bill 5006, which determines the amount of …

Portland, Ore. (KPTV/CNN) – Growing tensions between the United States and North Korea are becoming a hot topic at Congressional town halls nationwide. At a Thursday town hall in Portland, Democratic Senator Ron Wyden was asked about the North Korea crisis and …

Medford, Ore. — Tuesday night, NBC5 News was the first to tell you the governor plans to veto funding for three southern Oregon projects. Now, a local representative said she’s doing it out of spite. Harry and David Field, an irrigation project in …

Salem, Ore. – Oregon’s Secretary of State said tax payers have a right to know how their money is being spent. That’s why he’s implementing an “open checkbook” policy. Sec. Dennis Richardson said his office will release a detailed list of how …

Washington, D.C. – After serving as White House Communications Director for less than two weeks, Anthony Scaramucci is out, according to NBC News. The departure is just the latest in a series of Trump administration shakeups with new Chief of Staff John …

Washington, D.C. (CNN) – Within just a few hours of the release of the Senate GOP’S newest version of health care reform, the bill is already in jeopardy. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell can only afford to lose two Republican votes and …