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2 weeks ago
SF politics

Padilla, Schiff Lead Effort to Stop Republican Rollback of California's Emissions Laws - Streetsblog California

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fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Senate overrules parliamentarian and votes to undo California EV rule

Senate votes to revoke California's stricter air pollution standards, sparking debate on legitimacy and future implications of the Congressional Review Act.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Padilla, Schiff Lead Effort to Stop Republican Rollback of California's Emissions Laws - Streetsblog California

California Senators advocate for maintaining the state's emissions authority against federal intervention, emphasizing both moral leadership and procedural correctness.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog
6 days ago

Republican Senators Press Attack on CA's Clean Air Laws - Streetsblog California

Republican leaders are attempting to revoke California's clean-air standards using the Congressional Review Act despite opposition from California's Senators.
more#california
#legislation
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fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Senate Passes Bill to Make Penalties Permanent for Fentanyl-Related Drugs

The Senate passed legislation to permanently control fentanyl-related drugs with severe penalties.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Cory Booker's anti-Trump speech on the Senate floor has lasted 13 hours and counting

Sen. Cory Booker conducted a marathon speech against Trump policies, urging Congress to take urgent action on pressing issues.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Senate Approves G.O.P. Budget Plan After Overnight Vote-a-Thon

The Senate passes a crucial budget blueprint to fast-track Trump's agenda, enabling tax cuts and spending reforms despite Democratic opposition.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Republican Sen. Mike Lee wants to ban pornography with new bill

Senator Mike Lee's proposed legislation could redefine obscenity and potentially eliminate online pornography across state lines.
Cryptocurrency
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

How the Crypto Industry's Political Spending Is Paying Off

Senator Ruben Gallego's support for the GENIUS Act demonstrates increasing bipartisanship in cryptocurrency legislation, influenced by the industry's financial backing.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Senate Passes Bill to Make Penalties Permanent for Fentanyl-Related Drugs

The Senate passed legislation to permanently control fentanyl-related drugs with severe penalties.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Cory Booker's anti-Trump speech on the Senate floor has lasted 13 hours and counting

Sen. Cory Booker conducted a marathon speech against Trump policies, urging Congress to take urgent action on pressing issues.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Senate Approves G.O.P. Budget Plan After Overnight Vote-a-Thon

The Senate passes a crucial budget blueprint to fast-track Trump's agenda, enabling tax cuts and spending reforms despite Democratic opposition.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Republican Sen. Mike Lee wants to ban pornography with new bill

Senator Mike Lee's proposed legislation could redefine obscenity and potentially eliminate online pornography across state lines.
Cryptocurrency
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

How the Crypto Industry's Political Spending Is Paying Off

Senator Ruben Gallego's support for the GENIUS Act demonstrates increasing bipartisanship in cryptocurrency legislation, influenced by the industry's financial backing.
more#legislation
#politics
Retirement
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Durbin, No. 2 Senate Democrat, to Retire After 44 Years in Congress

Senator Durbin, a long-standing liberal voice, will not seek re-election, marking the end of a 44-year congressional career.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

How an Election Denier Became the U.S. Treasurer

Brandon Beach, a Georgia Senator, mishandled COVID-19 exposure, highlighting individual responsibility amid accountability in politics.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

'Drink very little water': How senators speak for hours without stopping

Sen. Cory Booker delivered one of the longest Senate floor speeches to oppose Trump and halt the confirmation of nominees.
Retirement
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Durbin, No. 2 Senate Democrat, to Retire After 44 Years in Congress

Senator Durbin, a long-standing liberal voice, will not seek re-election, marking the end of a 44-year congressional career.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 weeks ago

How an Election Denier Became the U.S. Treasurer

Brandon Beach, a Georgia Senator, mishandled COVID-19 exposure, highlighting individual responsibility amid accountability in politics.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

'Drink very little water': How senators speak for hours without stopping

Sen. Cory Booker delivered one of the longest Senate floor speeches to oppose Trump and halt the confirmation of nominees.
more#politics
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
4 days ago

A key senator is pressing Spotify over fake podcasts that peddled opioids

Sen. Maggie Hassan is pressing Spotify to address the proliferation of fake podcasts promoting opioids.
#trump
Europe news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Senate signal plans to avoid shutdown. And, Trump to visit DOJ

Senate Democrats face a tough decision between preventing a shutdown and supporting a disliked spending bill.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Schumer Moves to Block Trump Picks for Two Key Prosecutor Positions

Democrats aim to block federal prosecutor nominations using Senate blue slip tradition amid concerns over Trump's Justice Department affiliations.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Sen. Cory Booker's marathon 'filibuster' against Trump agenda goes on and on and ...

Sen. Cory Booker is disrupting Senate proceedings to oppose President Trump's agenda, framing it as a moral crisis.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
5 days ago

3 Ways Senate Republicans Could Blow Up Trump's Big Beautiful Bill

Republicans celebrate the House passage of the Big Beautiful Bill, but Senate reconciliation poses critical challenges.”
Europe news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Senate signal plans to avoid shutdown. And, Trump to visit DOJ

Senate Democrats face a tough decision between preventing a shutdown and supporting a disliked spending bill.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Schumer Moves to Block Trump Picks for Two Key Prosecutor Positions

Democrats aim to block federal prosecutor nominations using Senate blue slip tradition amid concerns over Trump's Justice Department affiliations.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Sen. Cory Booker's marathon 'filibuster' against Trump agenda goes on and on and ...

Sen. Cory Booker is disrupting Senate proceedings to oppose President Trump's agenda, framing it as a moral crisis.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
5 days ago

3 Ways Senate Republicans Could Blow Up Trump's Big Beautiful Bill

Republicans celebrate the House passage of the Big Beautiful Bill, but Senate reconciliation poses critical challenges.”
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#us-politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago
Washington DC

Van Hollen Denied Visit With Abrego Garcia as Republicans Take Selfies at Prison

fromTruthout
1 month ago
Washington DC

Van Hollen Denied Visit With Abrego Garcia as Republicans Take Selfies at Prison

more#us-politics
#national-security
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Just wildly illegal': top Democrats push to censure Trump's plan to accept Qatar jet

Democrats are pushing to censure Trump's plan to accept a luxury jet from Qatar as a major conflict of interest.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Just wildly illegal': top Democrats push to censure Trump's plan to accept Qatar jet

Democrats are pushing to censure Trump's plan to accept a luxury jet from Qatar as a major conflict of interest.
more#national-security
#mental-health
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
SF politics

Sen. Fetterman's alarming outburst at union meeting leaves staff member crying: 'Why does everyone hate me'

fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
SF politics

Sen. Fetterman's alarming outburst at union meeting leaves staff member crying: 'Why does everyone hate me'

more#mental-health
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

You Have No Timeline?!' Senator Gobsmacked by FBI Director Kash Patel Showing Up at Budget Hearing Without a Budget

MURRAY: And you have no timeline. Well, we also need a full budget request, not a single paragraph full of wild talking points... We're now having a budget hearing without a budget request.
SF politics
#trump-administration
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Is This a Crisis or Not?

Democrats face a crucial challenge in demonstrating their unity and resolve against government shutdowns as the funding deadline approaches.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago

Trump Continues to Gut 9/11 Health Fund

Funding cuts to the World Trade Center Health Program jeopardize care for 9/11 first responders and survivors, according to Senators Schumer and Gillibrand.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

See the moment Sen. Cory Booker broke Strom Thurmond's record

Sen. Cory Booker delivered a historic 25-hour speech to oppose President Trump's economic policies and advocate for crucial social programs.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Senate GOP pushes Trump budget framework through after marathon vote series

The Senate passed a framework bill boosting Trump's agenda, raising debt ceiling and making tax cuts permanent, primarily along party lines.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Senate Approves G.O.P. Budget Plan After Overnight Vote-a-Thon

The Senate approved a budget plan to advance Trump's agenda, enabling tax cuts and spending reforms along party lines.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

See the moment Sen. Cory Booker broke Strom Thurmond's record

Sen. Cory Booker broke the record for the longest Senate speech, advocating against budget cuts to crucial social programs under Trump's policies.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Is This a Crisis or Not?

Democrats face a crucial challenge in demonstrating their unity and resolve against government shutdowns as the funding deadline approaches.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago

Trump Continues to Gut 9/11 Health Fund

Funding cuts to the World Trade Center Health Program jeopardize care for 9/11 first responders and survivors, according to Senators Schumer and Gillibrand.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

See the moment Sen. Cory Booker broke Strom Thurmond's record

Sen. Cory Booker delivered a historic 25-hour speech to oppose President Trump's economic policies and advocate for crucial social programs.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Senate GOP pushes Trump budget framework through after marathon vote series

The Senate passed a framework bill boosting Trump's agenda, raising debt ceiling and making tax cuts permanent, primarily along party lines.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Senate Approves G.O.P. Budget Plan After Overnight Vote-a-Thon

The Senate approved a budget plan to advance Trump's agenda, enabling tax cuts and spending reforms along party lines.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

See the moment Sen. Cory Booker broke Strom Thurmond's record

Sen. Cory Booker broke the record for the longest Senate speech, advocating against budget cuts to crucial social programs under Trump's policies.
more#trump-administration
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Senators Beg Paramount Boss Shari Redstone Not to Cave to Trump in '60 Minutes' Lawsuit

Senators urge Paramount's Shari Redstone to reject Trump's lawsuit against CBS, calling it an unconstitutional attack on press freedom.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Video of John Fetterman Arguing With Pilot Resurfaces After Bombshell Report Questioning His Mental Fitness

Earlier this year, a passenger on a flight to Pittsburgh filmed a video of Fetterman getting into an argument with the pilot about wearing his seat belt in a way that was visible to the crew.
SF politics
#government-spending
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

John Fetterman Has Come a Long Way': GOP Lawmaker Praises Senator as the Only Common Sense' Leader Among Dems

Sen. John Fetterman supports a Republican spending bill, emphasizing his willingness to avoid government shutdowns, earning praise from Sen. Tommy Tuberville.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

John Fetterman Has Come a Long Way': GOP Lawmaker Praises Senator as the Only Common Sense' Leader Among Dems

Sen. John Fetterman supports a Republican spending bill, emphasizing his willingness to avoid government shutdowns, earning praise from Sen. Tommy Tuberville.
more#government-spending
#donald-trump
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

CNN Anchor Asks Maggie Haberman Point-Blank If Fear' Of Trump Is Justified?'

Senators express fear and anxiety regarding speaking out against Trump, highlighting concerns about retaliation and job security.
The fear experienced by lawmakers may stem from personal safety concerns and the potential loss of their positions.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

CNN Anchor Asks Maggie Haberman Point-Blank If Fear' Of Trump Is Justified?'

Senators express fear and anxiety regarding speaking out against Trump, highlighting concerns about retaliation and job security.
The fear experienced by lawmakers may stem from personal safety concerns and the potential loss of their positions.
more#donald-trump
#democrats
NYC politics
fromAxios
2 months ago

Democrats prepare to fold on government shutdown

Chuck Schumer advocates avoiding a government shutdown despite opposition from many within his party.
US politics
fromTruthout
2 months ago

No Deal Yet Between Democrats and GOP as Government Funding Deadline Approaches

Senate Democrats are poised to block a Republican-funded continuing resolution, risking a government shutdown.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
SF politics

Breathtakingly Undemocratic': Kyrsten Sinema Unloads On AOC and Slew of Dems, Mocking Sudden Change of Heart' on Filibuster

NYC politics
fromAxios
2 months ago

Democrats prepare to fold on government shutdown

Chuck Schumer advocates avoiding a government shutdown despite opposition from many within his party.
US politics
fromTruthout
2 months ago

No Deal Yet Between Democrats and GOP as Government Funding Deadline Approaches

Senate Democrats are poised to block a Republican-funded continuing resolution, risking a government shutdown.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago
SF politics

Breathtakingly Undemocratic': Kyrsten Sinema Unloads On AOC and Slew of Dems, Mocking Sudden Change of Heart' on Filibuster

more#democrats
fromPortlandTribune.com
1 month ago

Oregon state Sen. Aaron Woods dies

Oregon state Sen. Aaron Woods, D-Wilsonville, died Saturday, April 19, after being removed from Senate committees due to health treatment earlier this month.
SF politics
#ms-13
US news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

US senator meets man mistakenly deported to El Salvador DW 04/18/2025

Senator Chris Van Hollen met with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, wrongly deported to El Salvador, highlighting tensions over immigration policies.
US news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

US senator meets man mistakenly deported to El Salvador DW 04/18/2025

Senator Chris Van Hollen met with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, wrongly deported to El Salvador, highlighting tensions over immigration policies.
more#ms-13
#immigration
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Can't-miss interviews: Cory Booker, Elizabeth Olsen and the latest on tariffs

Sen. Cory Booker sets a record for the longest speech in Senate history, criticizing the Trump administration's policies.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
US news

Maryland Senator Warns El Salvador President He's Headed to Country If Wrongfully Deported Man Isn't Quickly Returned'

US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Can't-miss interviews: Cory Booker, Elizabeth Olsen and the latest on tariffs

Sen. Cory Booker sets a record for the longest speech in Senate history, criticizing the Trump administration's policies.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
US news

Maryland Senator Warns El Salvador President He's Headed to Country If Wrongfully Deported Man Isn't Quickly Returned'

more#immigration
#bipartisanship
SF politics
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

FCC to get Republican majority and plans to "delete" as many rules as possible

FCC appointments are significantly influenced by party dynamics and Senate control, impacting both the nomination and confirmation processes.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Senate passes bipartisan resolution to try to block Trump's Canada tariffs

The Senate passed a resolution blocking Trump's tariffs on Canadian goods, reflecting bipartisan concern over the use of emergency powers.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
SF politics

Babydog, Sen. Justice's adorable plump pooch, has her 'testimony' entered into Congressional Record: 'She humanizes us'

SF politics
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

FCC to get Republican majority and plans to "delete" as many rules as possible

FCC appointments are significantly influenced by party dynamics and Senate control, impacting both the nomination and confirmation processes.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Senate passes bipartisan resolution to try to block Trump's Canada tariffs

The Senate passed a resolution blocking Trump's tariffs on Canadian goods, reflecting bipartisan concern over the use of emergency powers.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
SF politics

Babydog, Sen. Justice's adorable plump pooch, has her 'testimony' entered into Congressional Record: 'She humanizes us'

more#bipartisanship
#government-accountability
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Exclusive | Senator Joni Ernst wants IRS workers, contractors to pay back up to $46M in taxes they owe

fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Exclusive | Senator Joni Ernst wants IRS workers, contractors to pay back up to $46M in taxes they owe

more#government-accountability
#tax-cuts
US politics
fromwww.twincities.com
1 month ago

Senate takes up a budget plan crafted by Republicans to advance Trump's agenda

The Senate is debating a budget plan crucial for Republicans to advance tax cuts and bolster defense spending.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Senate Republicans finally unveil budget blueprint for Trump's 'big, beautiful' agenda

Senate Republicans proposed a $5 trillion debt limit increase, making tax cuts permanent, amid concerns over rising deficits.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Republicans Plan to Skirt Senate Rules to Push Through More Tax Cuts

Senate Republicans look to bypass the parliamentarian to fast-track budget legislation, challenging traditional congressional norms.
US politics
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Measuring the Cost of Extending Trump's Tax Cuts Becomes a Flashpoint in Congress

Senate Republicans aim to alter scoring for tax cuts to circumvent projected deficits, raising concerns about legislative integrity and long-term economic impacts.
US politics
fromwww.twincities.com
1 month ago

Senate takes up a budget plan crafted by Republicans to advance Trump's agenda

The Senate is debating a budget plan crucial for Republicans to advance tax cuts and bolster defense spending.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Senate Republicans finally unveil budget blueprint for Trump's 'big, beautiful' agenda

Senate Republicans proposed a $5 trillion debt limit increase, making tax cuts permanent, amid concerns over rising deficits.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Republicans Plan to Skirt Senate Rules to Push Through More Tax Cuts

Senate Republicans look to bypass the parliamentarian to fast-track budget legislation, challenging traditional congressional norms.
US politics
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Measuring the Cost of Extending Trump's Tax Cuts Becomes a Flashpoint in Congress

Senate Republicans aim to alter scoring for tax cuts to circumvent projected deficits, raising concerns about legislative integrity and long-term economic impacts.
more#tax-cuts
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

McConnell and Three Other GOP Senators Rock Solid' In Voting Against Trump Tariffs Despite President's Attack, Reports CNN

Sen. Tim Kaine has bipartisan support to revoke President Trump's tariff powers on Canada.
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
1 month ago

Senator Cory Booker Gives Nonstop Speech Protesting Trump Policies

Cory Booker stands against Senate actions he finds objectionable, seeking to draw attention to important issues without hindering legislative processes.
#democratic-party
more#democratic-party
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Gayle King Tells Chuck Schumer to His Face That Democrats Are Saying You Gots to Go'

Chuck Schumer asserts his leadership amidst internal party pressure, emphasizing his track record in winning Senate seats.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

We are all Natasha': senator's sexual harassment claims roil Nigeria

Godswill Akpabio publicly apologized after backlash for his remarks to colleague Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, showcasing the political uproar over sexual harassment allegations in Nigeria.
US politics
NYC politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Senate advances plan to avert shutdown, in vote that exposes Democratic rifts

The Senate advanced a Republican bill to fund the government, with significant Democratic support despite party divisions.
#government-shutdown
SF politics
fromAxios
2 months ago

House Dems press for an 11th hour shutdown re-vote

House Democrats are advocating for an alternative short-term funding bill to challenge Speaker Johnson's proposal and prevent a government shutdown.
NYC politics
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

Government shutdown prospects increase after Schumer says Democrats won't vote for GOP funding bill

Senate Democrats reject House-passed resolution, increasing the risk of a government shutdown.
SF politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Senate works to avert partial government shutdown ahead of midnight deadline

Senate Democrats face pressure to pass a funding bill to avoid a government shutdown, opting for short-term resolution despite concerns over the bill's provisions.
SF politics
fromAxios
2 months ago

House Dems press for an 11th hour shutdown re-vote

House Democrats are advocating for an alternative short-term funding bill to challenge Speaker Johnson's proposal and prevent a government shutdown.
NYC politics
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago

Government shutdown prospects increase after Schumer says Democrats won't vote for GOP funding bill

Senate Democrats reject House-passed resolution, increasing the risk of a government shutdown.
SF politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Senate works to avert partial government shutdown ahead of midnight deadline

Senate Democrats face pressure to pass a funding bill to avoid a government shutdown, opting for short-term resolution despite concerns over the bill's provisions.
more#government-shutdown
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Day Around the Bay: The Blood Moon' Lunar Eclipse Is Tonight, Will Skies Be Clear Enough to See It?

On the same day in 2022, a man and woman received multi-year jail sentences for robbing Bank of America and East West Bank in San Francisco, netting only $2,600.
Silicon Valley food
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

CNN Host Confronts Democratic Senator on A**hole' Musk Tweet: Is That the Best Way to Communicate?'

Sen. Tina Smith defends her critical tweets about billionaire bosses like Elon Musk, emphasizing the need for urgency and support for workers.
SF politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Warren blasts CFPB, FHFA nominees who advance to Senate confirmation votes

Confirmation hearings were abruptly limited to 75 seconds per lawmaker, raising concerns about the vetting process for key nominees.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Big oil is waging biggest campaign of political interference in US history', senator says

The Republican shift in Congress has curtailed investigations into big oil's disinformation campaigns, raising concerns over political influence on climate policy.
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