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fromwww.mediaite.com
17 hours ago

Senator Defends Kash Patel: I've Seen Plenty of Guys Drink'

Kash Patel filed a $250 million lawsuit against The Atlantic over allegations of excessive drinking and absences.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
18 hours ago

US Lawmakers Urged to Advance CLARITY Act as Digital Chamber Pushes Senate Markup

The Digital Chamber urges Senate leaders to advance digital asset legislation to avoid stalling momentum for clearer oversight.
#republicans
fromFortune
9 months ago
US politics

Senate works through the night as GOP tries to cut deal

Republican leaders are seeking agreement on a tax and spending bill amid concerns over Medicaid cuts and pressure from conservative members for deeper reductions.
fromeuronews
9 months ago
US politics

Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill' takes another hurdle in tight Senate vote

Senate Republicans narrowly advanced Trump's tax and spending package amidst internal opposition and urgent political maneuvering.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
1 day ago

Republicans stare down a growing, neverending FISA crisis

Republicans face a critical impasse over FISA reauthorization, with Trump demanding a clean extension amid internal party skepticism.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
4 days ago

40 Out of 47 Democratic Senators Just Voted to Block Arms Sales to Israel

A record number of Senators supported resolutions to block military sales to Israel, reflecting a shift in accountability for U.S. foreign policy.
#filibuster
US politics
fromAxios
5 months ago

Trump tells Senate Republicans to use "nuclear option" to end shutdown

Ending the filibuster would let Republicans pass funding bills with 50 votes, but most Senate Republicans lack the votes and oppose eliminating it.
US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 months ago

Trump says Senate should scrap the filibuster to end the government shutdown

President Trump urges eliminating the Senate filibuster so the Republican majority can bypass Democrats and reopen the federal government.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Under pressure from President Trump, can the filibuster survive 2026?

Pressure mounts on Senate Majority Leader John Thune to eliminate the filibuster for passing Trump's voting regulation agenda.
#war-powers
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
6 days ago

Van Hollen Says Ending Iran War Is "My Top Priority," Joining War Powers Push

Six senators are pushing for votes to end the U.S. war on Iran through War Powers resolutions.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
6 days ago

Van Hollen Says Ending Iran War Is "My Top Priority," Joining War Powers Push

Six senators are pushing for votes to end the U.S. war on Iran through War Powers resolutions.
#government-shutdown
fromAxios
5 months ago
US politics

Democrats name their price on ending government shutdown

Senate leaders may hold weekend votes to reopen the government, with an ACA extension as the top-line negotiating priority.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 months ago
US politics

Democrats consider prolonging the shutdown as Republicans prepare new bills without health care fix

Senate Republicans are offering a bipartisan spending package to reopen the government while many Democrats refuse to reopen without extending expiring health care subsidies.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Congress returns as historic DHS shutdown is unresolved and Trump's strict voter ID bill looms US politics live

The Senate resumes work amid a prolonged government shutdown, with lawmakers struggling to pass a funding bill for DHS subagencies.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Schumer, Mamdani admin cut ribbon on long-delayed City Hall Deliverista Hub to help delivery workers recharge | amNewYork

A new deliverista hub for delivery workers was inaugurated in City Hall Park, providing essential rest and charging facilities after years of delays.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

XRP Price Prediction: What Happens When the Senate Returns April 13 and the CLARITY Act Markup Follows?

XRP is trading near $1.30 right now, and the CLARITY Act is the difference between its commodity classification being written into law or remaining something a future administration could quietly undo.
Cryptocurrency
#dhs-funding
US politics
fromPOLITICO
2 weeks ago

House Republicans kvetch anew about DHS funding plan

House members oppose DHS funding bill without immigration enforcement funding, complicating bipartisan efforts.
US politics
fromAxios
2 weeks ago

Mike Johnson will wait on holding a vote to fund DHS

Senate may pass a narrow reconciliation package for ICE and CBP funding, but House Republicans express distrust and frustration over the funding approach.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Senate Unanimously Approves DHS Funding Deal That Excludes ICE in Shutdown Breakthrough

The Senate approved a funding package to reopen the Department of Homeland Security, excluding ICE funding, setting up a conflict in the House.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

GOP Senator Says He Won't Back More Middle East Operations Without Declaration of War

Senator John Curtis insists on a formal declaration of war from Congress before funding further military operations in Iran.
#dhs
fromIntelligencer
2 weeks ago
US politics

Johnson Caves on DHS, But Shutdown Deal Could Unravel Again

The Senate passed a bill to reopen DHS, but House Republicans rejected it until a sudden agreement was reached with Trump's assurance of funding.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago
US politics

Senate Unanimously Passes DHS Funding Bill to End Partial Shutdown, Sending It Back to the House

The Senate approved a bill to partially reopen DHS, moving closer to ending the longest government shutdown.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 weeks ago

Johnson Caves on DHS, But Shutdown Deal Could Unravel Again

The Senate passed a bill to reopen DHS, but House Republicans rejected it until a sudden agreement was reached with Trump's assurance of funding.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Senate Unanimously Passes DHS Funding Bill to End Partial Shutdown, Sending It Back to the House

The Senate approved a bill to partially reopen DHS, moving closer to ending the longest government shutdown.
#iran
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Senator Torpedoes Key Trump Talking Point With Simple Question

Sen. Chris Van Hollen challenges President Trump's claims about negotiations with Iran, asserting they are misleading and not indicative of real progress.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

WATCH: NBC's Kristen Welker Confronts GOP Senator With Clips of Trump Saying US Has Already Won' Iran War

Senator Lankford supports President Trump's claim that the U.S. has won the war with Iran, despite ongoing military presence in the region.
World politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Yes or No!?' Joe Scarborough Loses Patience With Chuck Schumer in Heated Iran Debate

Joe Scarborough pressed Chuck Schumer on whether Trump deserves credit for degrading Iran's military infrastructure during a tense exchange.
#trump
Healthcare
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Trump Suggests He's Pulling Casey Means Surgeon General Nom

Trump is considering withdrawing Casey Means's nomination for Surgeon General amid criticism of her qualifications.
fromwww.npr.org
8 months ago
US politics

Senate heads home with no deal to speed confirmations as irate Trump tells Schumer to 'go to hell'

Healthcare
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Trump Suggests He's Pulling Casey Means Surgeon General Nom

Trump is considering withdrawing Casey Means's nomination for Surgeon General amid criticism of her qualifications.
fromwww.npr.org
8 months ago
US politics

Senate heads home with no deal to speed confirmations as irate Trump tells Schumer to 'go to hell'

#john-fetterman
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Fox's McEnany Gushes To John Fetterman: You're The Person I Would Fear Most' Running For Democratic Nomination

Sen. John Fetterman emphasizes his commitment to government stability and bipartisan principles, defying party norms and expressing potential presidential aspirations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Fox's McEnany Gushes To John Fetterman: You're The Person I Would Fear Most' Running For Democratic Nomination

Sen. John Fetterman emphasizes his commitment to government stability and bipartisan principles, defying party norms and expressing potential presidential aspirations.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

I'd Bust Your Face Right Now': Republican State Senator Gets Aggressive With Jewish Journalist After Being Accused of Doing Israel's Bidding'

Tennessee Senator Paul Rose threatened a journalist over questions about a bill regarding the West Bank and alleged Israeli influence on U.S. policy.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

John Thune Claims His Relationship With Trump Is Still Strong' After Tense Spat Over TSA Funding

Senate Majority Leader John Thune and President Trump maintain a strong relationship despite disagreements over TSA funding and immigration enforcement.
US politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Bill to fund Homeland Security fails again as concern grows about airport lines

Funding for the Department of Homeland Security failed in the Senate due to Democratic opposition and concerns over airport screening delays.
#mitch-mcconnell
fromAxios
2 months ago
US politics

Ex-Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell hospitalized over "flu-like symptoms"

fromAxios
2 months ago
US politics

Ex-Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell hospitalized over "flu-like symptoms"

US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

That's a Little Creepy!' Senate Democrat Has Fiery Clash With Republican After He Says He Tracked Democrats' Cars

Bernie Moreno tracked Democratic senators' vehicle VINs to allege hypocrisy over safety-tech purchases; Jacky Rosen called the action stalking and an invasion of privacy.
#tariffs
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago

Senators will force a vote to prevent war on Venezuela without approval from Congress

Kaine said concerns about war in the Latin American region are growing. "The pace of the announcements, the authorization of covert activities and the military planning makes me think there's some chance this could be imminent," Kaine told reporters. This week, Trump said the U.S. had conducted another military strike on an alleged drug boat in the Caribbean and announced that he had authorized CIA operations in Venezuela. He also said he was considering land operations in the country.
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US politics
fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago

The Senate's ultrawealthy club: Meet the 8 senators worth $50 million or more

Eight US senators have estimated net worths of roughly $50 million or more; half were elected in 2024 and six are Republicans.
US politics
fromAxios
7 months ago

Republicans dare Democrats on avoiding government shutdown

Senators debate adding member security funding to a continuing resolution amid recent violent attacks and rising threats, with GOP push and Democratic division.
#democratic-party
#politics
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
8 months ago

Senate recesses as Trump tells Schumer to go to hell'

Senate leaves without confirming dozens of Trump's nominees; potential rule changes are considered for expedited confirmations in September.
#trump-administration
fromwww.mediaite.com
8 months ago

WATCH: Josh Hawley Leaves Stage After Pro-Palestine Protestors Interrupt Conference

Hawley walked off stage during an Axios-hosted conference when pro-Palestinian protesters interrupted his interview. The protesters shouted their discontent about his support for war efforts.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
9 months ago

Senate Dem Claims Trump's DOJ Told FBI Agents to Flag' Any Epstein Files Mentioning the President

DOJ instructed FBI agents to flag Jeffrey Epstein files mentioning President Trump.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
9 months ago

Outgoing GOP Senator Warns Party Will Need to Fix Latest Spending Cuts: We're Going to Regret' This

Tillis supports the GOP rescission package but warns of potential regret over cuts.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
9 months ago

Senate set to debate cuts to NPR, PBS and foreign aid

Senate advances Trump-requested funding cuts targeting public broadcasting and international aid, with a tie-breaking vote from Vice President JD Vance.
fromwww.npr.org
9 months ago

Will Congress cut funds to NPR/PBS and foreign aid this week?

Senate Majority Leader John Thune indicated that the Senate aims to vote on the rescissions package, aiming to approve a procedural vote for debate the following Tuesday.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
9 months ago

Lisa Murkowski Stares at NBC's Ryan Nobles in Awkward Clip

Senator Lisa Murkowski confronted criticism about her vote supporting federal funding while advocating for Alaska's interests.
#legislation
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
9 months ago

This Is a Travesty!' Chip Roy Goes OFF on Senate Changes to Trump's Big Beautiful Bill on Fox News

Spending restraint is crucial to prevent inflation and maintain housing affordability.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
9 months ago

Senate overwhelmingly passes amendment removing state AI moratorium

The Senate removed the moratorium on state artificial intelligence regulation from the reconciliation bill after pushback from lawmakers and technology advocates.
#weather
fromTruthout
9 months ago

Fetterman Complains He's Missing Beach Vacation Over Vote for Bill Projected to Kill Thousands

"I'm gonna vote no, there's no drama, we know the votes are going to go."
US politics
fromIntelligencer
9 months ago

Can the GOP Pass the 'Big Beautiful Bill' Without Tillis?

The battle over the budget-reconciliation bill is really like a game of musical chairs: Republicans are free to posture and maneuver until Trump stops the music and they all vote 'aye.'
US politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
9 months ago

Jake Sherman Predicts Trump-Backed Big Beautiful Bill Is Going to Pass the Senate'

The GOP's Big Beautiful Bill is expected to pass the Senate despite some dissenting votes.
fromFortune
9 months ago

Republicans face a possible make-or-break moment as Senate eyes key vote on Trump's tax bill

Elon Musk criticized the Senate tax package, stating it would destroy millions of jobs and inflict strategic harm on the country.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
9 months ago

GOP Sen. Moreno Dares Media, Democrats, Or Anybody Listening' to Fact Check His Extensive Big Beautiful Bill Praise

Sen. Bernie Moreno defended the Big Beautiful Bill, challenging critics to fact-check his claims about the bill's benefits for working-class Americans.
US politics
fromTruthout
9 months ago

Mike Lee Tries to Put Vast Public Land Sale Back in Budget After It Was Removed

Sen. Mike Lee is pushing to sell off public lands in the GOP budget reconciliation package, facing opposition from Democrats and environmental advocates.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
9 months ago

Manu Raju Asks GOP Senators About Voting on Big Beautiful Bill Text They Haven't Read Yet: We Know Where We Are Going'

Republican lawmakers may vote on the Big Beautiful Bill without having fully read it, raising concerns reminiscent of past criticisms against Democrats.
fromTruthout
9 months ago

Senate GOP Moves to Slash Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's Budget by Half

Senate Republicans aim to cut the CFPB's budget nearly in half after a previous zero-budget proposal was ruled unconstitutional, indicating ongoing political struggles over consumer protection.
US politics
fromFortune
9 months ago

Renewables leaders parse the damage to their industry as Senate finalizes vote on 'big beautiful bill'

Butler emphasized the need for clean energy tax credits, saying, 'We believe the [clean energy] tax credits are key. We don't believe you can get to the [U.S.] energy dominance without having renewables as part of the solution.'
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

Several key provisions in Trump's big, beautiful bill' must be reworked, says Senate parliamentarian US politics live

The Senate parliamentarian has rejected key provisions in Trump’s legislation, prompting GOP leaders to scramble to revise the bill ahead of the July 4 deadline.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
9 months ago

Medicaid Still Stands a Chance After Senate Parliamentarian Weighs in on the GOP Bill

Senate Parliamentarian ruled against key provisions in the Republican reconciliation bill, impacting proposed sales and Medicaid cuts.
#medicaid
fromFortune
9 months ago
US politics

Republicans are scrambling after learning their proposed cuts to Medicaid, which would offset trillions in tax breaks, violate Senate rules

fromFortune
9 months ago
US politics

Republicans are scrambling after learning their proposed cuts to Medicaid, which would offset trillions in tax breaks, violate Senate rules

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fromwww.npr.org
9 months ago

Medicaid changes don't meet Senate rules in 'big, beautiful bill' says parliamentarian

Senate Republicans face a setback in passing a tax and spending package after a key provision was ruled out by the Senate parliamentarian.
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