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Congress Holds All-Nighters Amid Ongoing Dysfunction
Lawmakers in both chambers are frequently working late into the night. This pattern reflects ongoing challenges within Congress. (sources: pbs, seattlepi)
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ModernAction Briefing
Congress has been conducting late-night sessions as lawmakers navigate a series of crises. This trend is viewed by some as indicative of broader dysfunction within the legislative process.
- The House and Senate are experiencing frequent late-night sessions.
- Lawmakers attribute these all-nighters to ongoing crises and a lack of consensus.
- This pattern has raised concerns about the effectiveness of legislative operations.
Why it matters
The late-night sessions highlight challenges in achieving legislative goals and maintaining order within Congress.
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