Senate
The latest on the U.S. Senate. Established by Article One of the United States Constitution, the United States Senate represents the upper chamber of the U.S. Congress. Made up of 100 senators, two elected from each state to a six year term. The vice president of the United States serves as the president of the Senate.
Kentucky Senate passes bill to lower water pollution standards
The bill would cut "unnecessary red tape" for the coal mining industry if it becomes law, but it first must pass the House.
Mary Trump's warning on possible "catastrophic outcome" of Trump nominee
President Donald Trump's estranged niece warned of a possible "catastrophic outcome" after Tulsi Gabbard's confirmation.
Mallory McMorrow 'very seriously' considering bid for Michigan Senate
Michigan state Senator Mallory McMorrow, a rising star in the Democratic party, spoke to Newsweek about her political ambitions.
Republican introduces new bill to reverse Trump executive order
Senator Murkowski broke with Trump over his executive order to name the tallest mountain in the country Mount McKinley.
Democrats want party to move right, poll finds
A new Gallup poll shows that Democrats are eager for the party to move more moderate than four years ago.
Senator Tina Smith retiring: Which Democrats could run to replace her?
Minnesota Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan made clear she plans to run. She will likely face several other Democrats.
Mitch McConnell's full statement on vote against Trump nominee RFK Jr.
The long-time senator said Thursday that RFK Jr. had a "record of trafficking in dangerous conspiracy theories."
Who is Tulsi Gabbard's husband, Abraham Williams? What we know
Tulsi Gabbard has now been confirmed as the Director of National Intelligence. Her husband has been by her side since she ran for Congress.
Will Congress pass the SAVE Act, and will Trump sign it into law?
Republicans in the House of Representatives have vowed to call up the SAVE Act once again. Here's the likelihood of it passing into law.
Full list of legislators declaring racism a public health crisis
A coalition of Senators and House representatives have introduced bills that would declare racism a public health crisis.
Trump's FBI pick Kash Patel accused of perjury: What we know
A Patel spokesperson dismissed Senator Durbin's allegations as "second-hand gossip."
Republican is leading Pete Buttigieg in Michigan Senate poll
Republican Mike Rogers, who narrowly lost last year's U.S. Senate race, has an early lead over Buttigieg, according to one poll.
US government employees encouraged to report Trump admin's "abuse of power"
Democratic senators are asking public servants to report "wrongdoing, abuse of power and threats to public safety."
Democrats divided over using government shutdown to fight Trump agenda
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries last week indicated Democrats would consider using the threat of government shutdown to obtain White House concessions.
Majorie Taylor Greene says run for Georgia governor not off the table
The Trump-loyalist also said she was considering running for Senate.
Pete Buttigieg's chances of winning Michigan Senate primary: Poll
A new poll suggests Buttigieg would be the front-runner against other Democrats in the battleground state's 2026 Senate race.
Congress could save federal agencies from Trump. Here's how
President Donald Trump has 90 days to present a plan to Congress if he wants to scrap a federal agency.
Should Congress be forced to retire? Americans debate after McConnell fall
After Senator Mitch McConnell suffered yet another fall Wednesday, the question of whether members of Congress should have age limits is again up for debate.
Mitch McConnell falls down Senate stairs: What we know
Longtime GOP Senator Mitch McConnell, 82, fell down the stairs in the Senate after casting a vote, according to multiple reports.
John Fetterman faces backlash after breaking with Democratic colleagues
The Pennsylvania senator was the only Democrat to support Donald Trump's choice for attorney general, Pam Bondi, in a Senate vote.
Full list of Democrats who voted to confirm Doug Collins as VA secretary
Twenty-four Democrats broke ranks and joined Republicans to confirm former Representative Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs.
Map shows where child marriage is still legal as Missouri considers ban
Missouri moves to ban child marriage with bipartisan legislation. You can view where child marriage is still legal with this map.
US Senator warns of tax records "compromised" by Elon Musk
Musk, who heads the Department of Government Efficiency, has said he wants to cut $2 trillion from federal government spending.
RFK Jr. clears major hurdle toward confirmation as Health secretary
The Senate Finance Committee voted to advance Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination to a full Senate floor vote.
Tulsi Gabbard's future could come down to one Republican senator
The Senate Intelligence Committee will vote Tuesday on whether to advance Gabbard's nomination, the New York Times reported.
Tulsi Gabbard outlines four key priorities if confirmed
Tulsi Gabbard, President Donald Trump's pick for director of national intelligence, had a confirmation hearing last week.
Lawmaker demands answers to reports Musk seeking Treasury payment access
Democrat Ranking Senate Finance Committee member Ron Wyden raised the alarm after a career staffer resigned from the Treasury Department.
Tulsi Gabbard confirmation in jeopardy as Republicans raise alarm
Donald Trump's choice for director of national intelligence was grilled by GOP senators at a Thursday hearing.
Republican "worried" own colleagues won't confirm Tulsi Gabbard
Gabbard had her confirmation hearing on Thursday as senators questioned her on her alliances and controversies.
Trump FBI nominee refuses to say Joe Biden won the 2020 election
Kash Patel repeatedly deflected Vermont Senator Peter Welch's questions and refused to say Joe Biden won the 2020 election.
