Al Weaver

Congress and Politics Reporter

Al covers the Senate for The Washington Sun.

He previously covered the upper chamber for The Hill newspaper and co-authored their daily newsletter, The Morning Report. He also was a congressional reporter for the Washington Examiner.

Al is a graduate of Ursinus College and a native of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

You can reach Al on Signal at alweaver.22.

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White House Floats Russ Vought’s Deputy to Lead Congress’ Watchdog Arm

October 08, 2026 04:05 p.m.
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October 07, 2026 06:29 p.m.
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October 05, 2026 05:45 a.m.
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Susan Collins Denies Wrongdoing After Bombshell Report on FBI Corruption Probe

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