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Mike Soraghan
Dingell hospitalized after experiencing 'discomfort'
Submitted by Benton Foundation on November 25, 2008 - 9:01pmLast updated: November 25, 2008 - 9:01pm
House Commerce Committee Chairman John Dingell (D-MI) was admitted to a Washington hospital Tuesday after feeling "discomfort." He was fully conscious and went to the hospital as a precautionary measure.
Dingell's team fires back
Submitted by Benton Foundation on November 7, 2008 - 8:44amLast updated: November 7, 2008 - 8:45am
House Commerce Committee Chairman John Dingell (D-MI) and his supporters launched their counteroffensive against the coup attempt of Rep Henry Waxman (D-CA) Thursday, disputing reports that Waxman has the votes to replace Dingell.
Hoyer hopeful on FISA resolution
Submitted by Benton Foundation on June 19, 2008 - 9:27amHouse Majority Leader Steny Hoyer (D-MD) said Wednesday he remains hopeful that the House and Senate can finish the contentious overhaul of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) this week.

