In congressional debates on major legislation, dire predictions about the adverse impact of the bill are often made with great certainty by opponents of the legislation. Similarly, bold claims about what the legislation will accomplish can be made by proponents. These statements can influence both congressional votes and public opinion. In the years after enactment, however, it is rare to look back to those statements and assess their accuracy.

Congressional committees have obtained testimony and documents from senior White House and agency officials on a wide variety of sensitive subjects. This guide summarizes key precedents from congressional oversight of the executive branch since the Watergate hearings over 50 years ago.

This manual summarizes the major procedural rules that govern oversight and investigations by committees of the House of Representatives.

This manual summarizes the major procedural rules and precedents that govern consideration of legislation in committees of the House of Representatives. It also discusses methods for asserting procedural rights and maintaining decorum during Committee proceedings.

Co-Equal is compiling an oral history of the attempted violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, to preserve firsthand accounts when they’re still fresh in the memories of those with direct experience of that terrible day. These accounts should be memorialized and are important for the public and Congress to consider in evaluating what transpired and determining appropriate responses.