Lawmakers are returning to Washington after a prolonged break, facing a dramatically shifted political environment marked by heightened tensions over recent developments. With the president’s actions sparking new controversies—ranging from foreign policy to domestic issues—they must now address these challenges alongside an urgent deadline to avoid a government shutdown. The session promises high-stakes negotiations as leaders grapple with both immediate crises and long-standing divisions.
The House has returned to Washington after a nearly two-month absence, and lawmakers came back to a changing political landscape. Since they left town in mid-July, President Trump has escalated or ignited controversies on a host of issues, from Iran to the Great Lakes. Now, lawmakers must confront those fights while also facing a looming deadline to fund the government. Lisa Desjardins reports.
