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Congressional news monitoring is the process of collecting, analyzing, and delivering comprehensive, nonpartisan intelligence on every development within the U.S. Congress.
For policy professionals, this means receiving the full legislative story—including exclusive reporting, award-winning editorial, and in-depth analysis of committees, floor activity, and key players—from a single, trusted source like CQ. This ensures your team can rely on accurate journalism to inform strategy, anticipate legislative shifts, and advise leadership with complete confidence.
CQ’s congressional news monitoring works by combining trusted journalism with a comprehensive, centralized platform. Our award-winning editorial team provides exclusive, nonpartisan reporting and analysis on every angle of Congress, from floor votes to committee action.
This intelligence is then delivered in real-time through the platform, giving you immediate access to news, key legislative documents, and expert insights. This process ensures your team gets the accurate, comprehensive context needed to confidently inform your strategy before the competition.
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