Members of Congress return to Washington for the lame-duck session as they work to complete a range of unfinished legislative items before the new year. Multiple outlets cite deadlines and the narrow window to pass measures, with attention on whether major items can move in time.
Several storylines are mentioned across reports, including the risk of a government shutdown and efforts tied to the farm bill, FISA reform, and the National Defense Authorization Act. ABC News also frames the session around an impeachment development involving Hegseth, while Fox News highlights looming fights including a debt ceiling dispute.
Outlets also emphasize the political context heading into 2025 (or the new year): CBS News and The Hill note the post-midterm environment and leadership dynamics, while Washington Times focuses on how midterm election upheaval shapes what can realistically pass. Overall, the coverage broadly agrees on the session’s packed agenda and the immediacy of deadlines, while differing on which specific controversies and downstream political battles receive top billing.
