The complex relationship between Congress and the media significantly shapes public perception of our national legislature. While Congress often faces criticism for its perceived ineffectiveness, recent research suggests that the structure of news coverage itself may contribute to a skewed understanding of congressional activities. Due to the nature of beat reporting and its focus on daily conflicts, media practices can inadvertently overshadow legislative achievements. Robert Oldham from Princeton University provides answers on what we can do to reconsider our consumption of political news and its impact on our view of democratic institutions.