House passes Obamacare replacement bill
House Republicans have passed their ambitious plan to repeal and replace Obamacare after several fits and starts, sending the measure to the Senate, where it is expected to be significantly revised.
Politics
Trump signs executive order to ease restrictions on religious participation in politics
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order Thursday with the intention of easing restrictions imposed by the Johnson Amendment, the rule limiting political participation by tax-exempt religious groups.
Charleston's 'Late Show' host Colbert says no regrets over Trump insults
Stephen Colbert says he has no regrets about a monologue that included a crude sexual reference on the relationship between the presidents of the United States and Russia and has since prompted calls to fire him and boycott "Late Show" advertisers.
Conference Committee Holds First Meeting On Roads Bill
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Members of the House of Representatives voted to stick with their version of the roads bill sending it to a conference committee. Members voted 107 to 7 not to…
5th Congressional District Election Results
[gtxvideo vid='EYWtAR5T' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/EYWtAR5T.jpg' vtitle='5th Congressional District Election Results'] COLUMBIA, SC (WOLO)--The Primary results in the seat to replace former Congressman Mick Mulvaney is now a race involving three candidates. In Tuesday's Primary Vote, Archie Parnell won the democratic nomination with 74…
2 face runoff for vacant House seat
Democrats will have a runoff in two weeks for a vacant South Carolina House seat.
New Bill on SC Public Records
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ A bill strengthening South Carolina's public records law by reducing fees and wait times for documents again faces opposition in the Senate. The Senate Judiciary Committee voted Tuesday to advance the legislation to the Senate floor.…
Parnell, Runoff Results in Dist. 5 Primary
Columbia, S.C. (WOLO)-- The race to replace former Congressman Mick Mulvaney is down to three candidates. In Tuesday's District 5 primary vote on the democratic side Archie Parnell won with an overwhelming 74% of the vote. For the GOP…
Voters Head to Polls for House District 70 and Congressional District 5 Special Elections
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO)- Special elections were held Tuesday to fill seats left vacant by former Congressman Mick Mulvaney and the late Representative Joe Neal. The 5h Congressional District Mulvaney represented covers parts…
Trump Tackles Health Care Bill
The White House gets one step closer to overhauling the current health care bill, but will they be able to get the votes needed to get it to pass? Click here to find out the latest.
Government Shutdown Averted
[gtxvideo vid='QThcRIG0' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/QThcRIG0.jpg' vtitle='Government Shutdown Averted'] ABC NEWS--The Government has avoided a shutdown after congress reached a last minute deal that could fund most government operations through September. ABC'S Janae Norman takes a look at the deal and what it…
Proposed Cuts Impacting Kids
From playing outside on the playground to stretching out on the carpet, children are exposed to a lot more environmental hazards than the average adult. Proposed changes to the EPA's budget may not do anything to help that. Click here to find out why.
US Diplomats On UN Ambassador Haley
Former South Carolina Governor turned U.N. Ambassador, Nikki Haley is making bold moves in her new position and U.S. Diplomats are taking notice.
Congress Reaches Deal on Government Funding
WASHINGTON, D.C. (ABC NEWS)-Negotiators have reached a deal to fund the government through September, Congressional aides said, staving off the threat of a government shutdown through most of President Donald Trump's first year in office. The bill includes funding for…
Robertson is New Leader of South Carolina Democrats
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Political strategist Trav Robertson is the new leader of the South Carolina Democratic Party. Media outlets report Robertson was elected chairman at the party's convention Saturday with 66 percent…
National Politics
- Maryland lawmakers get closer to asking voters to clear the way for redistricting helping Democrats Aug 4, 2026 7:52 PM EDTMaryland voters could be asked to decide in November whether to clear the way for a new congressional map that would favor Democrats in all eight of the state’s U.S. House districts
- Wisconsin judge rules that paper absentee ballots violate rights of certain disabled people Aug 4, 2026 7:50 PM EDTA judge has ruled that absentee voting in Wisconsin discriminates against disabled voters, siding with groups that are seeking to force elections officials to allow for electronic ballots
- Former progressive Squad member Cori Bush attempts political comeback against Missouri US Rep. Bell Aug 4, 2026 1:30 PM EDTFormer U.S. Rep. Cori Bush is attempting a political comeback in a Missouri Democratic primary
- Virginia Democrats pick nominees in 2 US House seats they hope to flip in midterms Aug 4, 2026 11:13 AM EDTVirginia voters are set to pick their nominees for this year’s congressional midterm elections, capping a primary season marked by upheaval thanks to Democrats’ failed redistricting initiative
- What to watch in the Aug. 4 primaries: Michigan Senate race tests Democrats' path forward Aug 4, 2026 5:48 AM EDTMichigan’s marquee Democratic Senate primary, testing whether the party wants a progressive standard-bearer or an establishment-backed pick with government experience, tops Tuesday’s list of must-watch elections
- Michigan Democrats pick between moderate and progressive in high-profile Senate primary Aug 4, 2026 5:48 AM EDTMichigan voters head to the polls Tuesday for primary elections including a closely watched Democratic U.S. Senate contest between U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens and progressive Abdul El-Sayed
- El-Sayed and Stevens close Michigan Senate primary offering different visions for Democrats Aug 4, 2026 3:05 AM EDTU.S. Rep. Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed are spending the final hours of Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary in settings that reflect their starkly different campaigns
- Maryland lawmakers to consider steps toward partisan redistricting for 2028 Aug 3, 2026 11:37 PM EDTMaryland lawmakers have opened a special session to consider a first step in a partisan redistricting initiative that could help Democrats pick up an additional U.S. House seat by 2028
- Ethics panel recommends House censure Rep. Chuck Edwards for conduct with two aides Aug 3, 2026 11:22 PM EDTThe House Ethics Committee has recommended that Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards of North Carolina be censured after finding that he engaged in persistent unprofessional and inappropriate conduct toward two young female aides
- In Texas, a political group bets $6 million on Latino voters coming back to Democrats Aug 3, 2026 9:41 PM EDTA left-leaning group is spending $6 million to organize Latino voters in Texas
