Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley spar in Iowa while former President Donald Trump predicts a landslide win
Significant spending changes require heavier legislative lifts
Republicans have little time before budget deadline
Congress returns next week under deadline pressure
Lawmakers break for Christmas without agreeing on immigration changes
Critics say the bill was a missed opportunity to make reforms
The president’s son faces new felony charges and a threat of contempt of Congress
Speaker Mike Johnson prioritizes the investigation
Republicans and Democrats look for ways to rein in surveillance powers
White House hopefuls debate one last time before primary season starts
