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‘Trump threw us all a curveball’: South Carolina Republicans are stewing about Lindsey Graham’s old Senate seat
When President Donald Trump helped orchestrate Darline Graham’s appointment to finish Sen. Lindsey Graham’s term, many Republicans in South Carolina saw it as a fitting tribute to her late brother.
In the race for Senate in Michigan, multiple party fights are colliding for Democrats
As Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed vie for the Democratic nomination, voters are debating which way the party should go: establishment or insurgent; progressive or more moderate; new media or old.
WATCH: Democrats admit when they'd eliminate the filibuster as SAVE Act fight heats up
Trump urges John Thune to eliminate the Senate filibuster or cancel August recess until lawmakers pass the SAVE Act election integrity bill.
SENATE IN PLAY: Bray’s step back raises stakes on political direction of Indiana’s upper chamber
By Sydney Byerly and Marilyn Odendahl The Indiana Citizen July 31, 2026 Noting Republican lawmakers could put their political careers in jeopardy simply for supporting him, Senate President Pro Tempore Rodric Bray announced Friday he will be stepping down from his leadership position. Bray, R-Martinsville, who has served as Senate president since 2018, will not
Why Mitch McConnell isn’t giving up his Senate seat
McConnell is just the latest senator to be absent for an extended period. But demands regarding his tenure have intensified.
SEC, Big Ten agree to support historic 'Protect College Sports Act' after intense negotiations
The retention pool jumped to $22.5 million as Senators Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell secured support from Big Ten and SEC before the August recess.
Big Ten, SEC support college sports bill, reviving Senate chances
The Big Ten and SEC conferences agreed Friday night to support a Senate bill that seeks to regulate college sports.
Big Ten, SEC finally green-light college sports bill, teeing up historic trip to Senate floor
With the Big Ten and SEC now on board, the bill has a chance of getting to the Senate floor next week for a vote.
SEC and Big Ten agree to support college sports bill after weeks of negotiations
University leaders voted to back the long-percolating deal late Friday, but it’s unclear how soon it could hit the Senate floor.
Giuseppe Costanzo, onetime phantom candidate, says he's finished with politics
Former phantom State Senate candidate Giuseppe Costanzo said today that he has no plans to seek public office again and declined to identify who recruited
Federal 'Science of Reading' Bill Advances
A Senate committee also passed a proposal to classify dyslexia separately under federal disability law.
Q&A: Rufus Edmisten on how Watergate compares to today's politics, civility
At age 85, Rufus Edmisten has had one of the longest and most colorful careers of any living figure in North Carolina politics. As a young aide to U.S. Sen. Sam Ervin, he delivered the subpoena for the Nixon tapes in the Senate’s Watergate investigation. Then he came back to North Carolina and served as attorney general and secretary of state.
Todd Blanche’s Loyalty to Trump Is Putting His Attorney General Confirmation at Risk
Todd Blanche’s approach has collided with the jury-of-two reality in the Senate that has, thus far, kept him from the prize he covets: the stability and status conferred by a Senate confirmation.
SCGOP plans televised Republican Senate candidate debate for Aug. 3
A televised debate will give voters the opportunity to hear from candidates in the special Republican Senate primary race.
WA ‘millionaires tax’ critics target Jamie Pedersen with mailers
Conservative donors including Brian Heywood are targeting Senate Majority Leader Jamie Pedersen with new mailers over his role in the 'millionaires tax.'
Kentucky’s Other Senator Flees Questions About McConnell
Rand Paul doesn’t want to talk about his Senate colleague.
Fauci praised as 'hero' by public health experts after Senate hearing
Public health experts and advocates are defending Dr. Anthony Fauci after he faced fierce criticism from Republicans at a Senate hearing.
Republican Victor Marx taps George Markert as his lieutenant governor pick in Colorado’s gubernatorial race
Colorado Republican gubernatorial nominee Victor Marx named George Markert, a retired Marine colonel, as his running mate for lieutenant governor Friday morning, saying the former U.S. Senate candidate will bring “exceptional character, proven leadership and a lifetime of serving others” to the ticket. Marx is facing Democratic nominee Phil Weiser, the state’s attorney general, and […]
Federal government could improve infectious disease monitoring, says federal government
The new CDC director nominee moves to the full Senate vote, Medicaid work requirements will not be delayed, and more health news
As progressives seek to take on inequality, some cite religion as a motivating factor
Michigan Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed says his Muslim faith shapes his progressive views
Michigan Senate primary puts data center politics to the test
A statewide win for an outspoken data center critic could spread the message to more races.
Collins, Ossoff trade attacks over health care and controversy on Georgia campaign trail
Collins held a news conference outside Monroe County Hospital in Forsyth, where he highlighted his health care agenda and criticized Ossoff’s record in the Senate.
CDC, public health preparedness nominees advance in Senate
The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee on Thursday approved President Donald Trump’s nominees to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and to serve as a key assistant secretary, two leadership roles that the administration has struggled to fill. The committee voted 12-11 along party lines to advance Sean Kaufman to serve […]
GOP Senate nominee ends press conference after questions on ties to White nationalist influencer
Republican Senate candidate Mike Collins ended a press conference Thursday after repeatedly declining to answer questions about his relationship with a son-in-law who promoted White nationalist ideology and circulated antisemitic content online, as first revealed by CNN’s KFile.
‘There was no other option’: Inside Fauci’s intensely planned hearing strategy
Dr. Anthony Fauci arrived at a high-stakes Senate hearing on Wednesday with a single, modest goal: Survive. The former top government scientist felt he accomplished that mission, people close to Fauci told CNN.
Senate adjourns without scheduling vote Protect College Sports Act
The U.S. Senate adjourned for the week Thursday without scheduling a vote for the Protect College Sports Act, a bill aimed at reforming college sports.
Lawmakers set to leave for August break with few legislative wins
Some legislation passed the House but is unlikely to advance in the Senate, while other must-pass bills, including a full federal budget, have not passed either chamber.
Senate Punts on College Sports Bill Vote Without Big Ten, SEC Approval
The conferences still haven’t made up their minds.
After Fauci Senate hearing, experts worry about 'chilling effect' on public health
The accusations against Dr. Anthony Fauci, once the nation's leading infectious disease expert, have some experts worrying that these events may further erode public health staffing in the U.S.
Connecting research to policy on Capitol Hill
MIT students and postdocs traveled to Washington to meet with U.S. Senate and House of Representatives staffers. Over two days, they met with over 60 offices from 32 states, advocating for policies ranging from NSF funding to AI safety.
Fox News Poll: GOP divisions shape Texas Senate race
Ken Paxton trails James Talarico by 3 points in the Texas Senate race as character concerns and a GOP unity gap reshape the 2026 midterm battle.
ICYMI: Sen. Banks Joins Kudlow on Fox Business Network
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined Kudlow on Fox Business Network to discussIran’s failed attack on U.S. military forces, the impending American response, the Republican agenda ahead of the 2026 Midterms, and the importance of passing the SAVE America Act. Click the image above for the full discussion. Key Excerpts on Iran strikes: Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “It’s the […]
Sen Darline Graham drops campaign video on heels of brother's funeral services amid tight primary timeline
Sen. Darline Graham, the sister of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, dropped a campaign video as she runs for U.S. Senate with President Donald Trump's endorsement.
Senate Panel Advances Science of Reading, Dyslexia Bills with Bipartisan Support
Two bills passed out of the Senate HELP Committee Thursday, advancing the federal government’s oversight of literacy instruction and intervention.
Senate Panel Advances Science of Reading, Dyslexia Bills with Bipartisan Support
A bill that would require states to only use the science of reading in classrooms in order to qualify for a multi-million dollar funding grant passed with bipartisan support from a committee of federa...
Democrat Mandela Barnes drops out of the Wisconsin governor’s race
Barnes, the former lieutenant governor and 2022 Senate nominee, had struggled to gain traction ahead of the Aug. 11 primary.
Senate committee looks to stop AI-enabled fraud against older adults
AI-enabled fraud is projected to reach $40 billion in the United States next year
Health Privacy Legislation Advances in the Senate
CDT supports stronger privacy protections for consumer health data that falls outside of HIPAA. We’ve consistently called for privacy protections that move away from outdated notice and consent regimes and instead embrace limitations around corporate data practices that limit data collection, retention, sharing, and use of data that is necessary for the products and services […]
Senate committee advances nomination of Dr. Erica Schwartz for CDC director
Dr. Erica Schwartz’s nomination to be director of the nation’s top public health agency advanced on Thursday, setting aside concerns that she will not stand up to political meddling.
Senate committee advances nomination of Dr. Erica Schwartz for CDC director
Dr. Erica Schwartz’s nomination to be director of the nation’s top public health agency advanced on Thursday, setting aside concerns that she will not stand up to political meddling.
Senate committee advances nomination of Dr. Erica Schwartz to be CDC director
If confirmed by the full Senate, she would become the 22nd director of the agency
Key Senate panel backs Trump’s picks for CDC, pandemic preparedness
In win for RFK Jr., Senate committee sends nominations of Erica Schwartz for CDC director and Sean Kaufman for ASPR to full Senate.
Senate panel delays vote on Blanche attorney general nomination
Key Republicans have demanded more assurances about the settlement of President Donald Trump's lawsuit against the IRS
Colorado’s 72-hour social media warrant law takes effect Aug. 12
A law requiring social media platforms to respond to search warrants within 72 hours goes into effect on Aug. 12. Senate Bill 011 also requires platforms to create a staffed hotline for Colorado law enforcement agencies to contact regarding pending search warrants. The bill is a pared-down version of last year’s Senate Bill 086, which […]
Senate Democrats lay out health insurance redesign targets
The effort's goal is to have a private insurance overhaul ready for 2029.
How Haley Stevens’s Accent Became a Flashpoint in Michigan’s Senate Race
How the politics of raised a’s and disappearing g’s briefly came to dominate the Michigan Senate race.
Obama makes one of his first midterm endorsements with a basketball video
The former president is trying to help Josh Turek net a Senate seat in Iowa, which Democrats see as one of their best pickup opportunities of the midterms.
Senators still working with SEC, Big Ten on issues involved in college sports bill
Senate negotiators are working to resolve thorny differences with leaders of the Southeastern and Big Ten Conferences over revisions to a bill designed to regulate college sports that sponsors want a vote on before the chamber goes on summer break next...
Supreme Court decision could help Whatley financially in Senate race
The court struck down federal limits on how much money political parties can spend in coordination with federal candidates, eliminating limits.
Oldest Congress ever faces fresh scrutiny over their health
Pressure is building on Sen. Mitch McConnell after more than six weeks away from the Senate with little public information about his condition.
Oldest Congress ever faces fresh scrutiny over their health
Pressure is building on Sen. Mitch McConnell after more than six weeks away from the Senate with little public information about his condition.
John Thune Isn’t Bowing to Trump’s Pressure: ‘Show Me How This Ends’
A standoff over the restrictive voting bill Trump is pushing has left nerves raw at the Capitol, with even the typically staid Thune showing signs of frustration.
Democrat Ben Wikler explores a 2028 run for Senate in Wisconsin
Some Democratic insiders are rankled by the former state party chair’s ambitions and national book tour, with one saying it feels like he’s “whistling past the graveyard.”
Anthony Fauci’s high-profile Senate hearing: what we learned
Six years on from Covid crisis, Republicans still politicizing science – and Fauci remains a political punching bag
Can a Democrat buck history and win a Mississippi Senate seat for the first time in 44 years?
NC budget funded a legislator's gated community, but the money could be taken back
The N.C. Senate has passed a bill that would take back a budget allocation for state Rep. Joe Pike's neighborhood in Harnett County.
Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment in heated COVID-19 Senate hearing
Physician declines to answer Senate questions as Republicans like Rand Paul accuse him of covering up COVID's origins.
With Blanche Nomination at Stake, Payouts to Trump Allies Continue
A seven-figure settlement is announced two days before a scheduled Senate committee vote on Todd Blanche’s nomination to be attorney general.
Obama Endorses Josh Turek in Iowa Senate Race With Basketball Video
The former president is trying to help Josh Turek net a Senate seat in Iowa, which Democrats see as one of their best pickup opportunities of the midterms.
Anthony Fauci Finally Turns Down an Interview Request
The doctor, not known to shy from a spotlight, invoked his Fifth Amendment rights rather than answer loaded questions from Senate Republicans.
What Fauci’s Senate Testimony Hearing Can Teach Public Health Leaders
How Fauci faced his own words: “It is not hyperbole to say that today I am the most famous and talked about person in the country and one of the most recognizable."
Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment, declines to testify in COVID-19 Senate hearing
In his opening statement, Fauci said Paul has an "obvious obsession with calling for my prosecution"
Can Anyone Spare a Buck For Texas?
One of America’s most competitive Senate races features a surprising dynamic: No Republicans are spending money yet.
Dr. Anthony Fauci pleads the Fifth to avoid Senate questions about Covid pandemic
Dr. Anthony Fauci, who led the US government response to the Covid-19 pandemic, invoked his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination, refusing to testify Wednesday just minutes into a Capitol Hill hearing that Republicans outwardly hoped would undermine the scientist and open him to claims of perjury.
WATCH LIVE: Senate panel questions Fauci on ‘diary entries’ about COVID-19 origins
Live updates: Anthony Fauci to face Senate questions on Covid origins
Get live updates and the latest news on the Trump administration as Anthony Fauci faces senators’ questions about the origins of Covid and Sen. Linsey Graham is laid to rest in South Carolina.
This Congress is one of the oldest yet. Most Americans think that’s a problem, a new CNN poll shows
The current Congress is among the oldest in US history — a trend that is expected to accelerate, especially in the Senate.
Clock is ticking on Colorado’s new AI rules
By Aashis Luitel On Jan. 1, organizations using covered automated systems must begin complying with Senate Bill 26-189, Colorado’s new Automated Decision-Making Technology Act. They can identify those systems and start building the processes the statute clearly requires. What they cannot do is confidently finalize two key pieces: the disclosures consumers must receive after an […]
NC Senate passes elections bill cutting primary early voting days, more tweaks
The North Carolina Senate passed a sweeping elections bill on Tuesday that was months in the making.
Senate Confirms Jay Clayton to Lead U.S. Intelligence Community
Mr. Clayton, who shed Democratic support after he refused to clearly say Joseph R. Biden Jr. won the 2020 election, will take over the Office of the Director of National Intelligence from Bill Pulte.
$65 million for sporting events in North Carolina? State Senate signs off on plan
A bill passed by the state Senate on Tuesday would spend tens of millions on golf tournaments and military-themed competitions.
Big Ten, SEC are on the clock as new college athletics bill is circulated - Live Updates
Sens. Ted Cruz and Maria Cantwell want a Senate floor vote as soon as next week.
Missouri megadonor Rex Sinquefield keeps his hand in federal politics
Sinquefield has continued his financial support for efforts to keep Republican majorities in both the House and Senate.
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Asm. McKinnor's Bill Banning Drones Above Outdoor Entertainment Events Awaits Senate Decision - The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint
Assembly Bill 2113, titled “Aviation: Unmanned Aircraft Systems: Ticketed Entertainment Events,” passed the Senate Public Safety Committee on June 30 by a 6-0 vote and was referred to the Senate Appropriations Committee.
Tick Tock: SEC and Big Ten receive revised Protect College Sports Act as Senate vote timeline looms
Revised Protect College Sports Act language was sent to SEC and Big Ten for opinion after weeks of work from Ted Cruz, Maria Cantwell and other leaders.
Under pressure over China backers, Mercedes CEO pledges to defend U.S. business
The U.S. Senate Commerce Committee approved legislation last week to toughen a ban on Chinese automakers entering the U.S. market.
WATCH LIVE: Senate expected to vote on Jay Clayton's nomination for director of national intelligence
Senate expected to confirm Jay Clayton as next intelligence director
Clayton is the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York and a former Securities and Exchange Commission chairman
Fetterman strongly supports the filibuster as Trump urges Senate Republicans to scrap it
Democratic Sen. John Fetterman supports the filibuster while President Donald Trump is pressuring Senate Republicans to scrap the filibuster.
The issue that put Abdul El-Sayed on offense debating Haley Stevens
Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens clashed over campaign finance and experience in a key Democratic Senate debate.
Senate Democrats Press Blanche on Times Subpoenas
Days before a committee vote on Todd Blanche’s nomination to be attorney general, Democrats demanded answers about the since-withdrawn subpoenas.
Mercedes-Benz could face US ban under Senate bill targeting Chinese-owned automakers
Sen. Ted Cruz warns Mercedes-Benz would be banned from the U.S. market under new legislation targeting Chinese-owned automakers, accusing GM of a push.
6 Takeaways From Michigan’s Senate Debate Between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens
At the final debate before next week’s Democratic primary for Senate, Dr. Abdul El-Sayed and Representative Haley Stevens showcased their wildly different ideological stances and political styles.
Dems clash over AIPAC money, ‘ogre’ attack and electability during crucial Senate debate
El-Sayed refused to apoelogize for the “ogre on a pike" remark that drew backlash from fellow Democrats, while Haley Stevens slammed him over his unreleased tax returns and roughly $300k in outside income.
Stevens and El-Sayed trade personal attacks and other takeaways from the Michigan Senate primary debate
The stark choice facing Michigan’s Democratic voters in the August 4 Senate primary was on display Monday night, as the two candidates closed their final debate by pitching themselves as best positioned to win a general election that could tip the balance of power in the Senate.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear’s message to Sen. Mitch McConnell: Disclose more about health or resign
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has a message for Sen. Mitch McConnell, his state’s senior senator: Explain his long absence from the Senate and give details about his health, Beshear is insisting, or resign.
NC political campaigns ramp up with 99 days until midterms
Though the U.S. Senate race between Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley has attracted the most attention, down-ballot contests could have significant implications for the state and nation.
Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Winn’s Pizza & Steakhouse and Winn & Sara’s Kitchen
Read the release on Sen. Ernst's website HERE. Throughout this Congress, Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in every one of Iowa’s 99 counties. RED OAK, Iowa – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Chair of the Senate Small Business Committee, today announced her Small Business of the Week: Winn’s Pizza & Steakhouse and Winn & Sara’s Kitchen of Warren County. Throughout the 119th Congress, Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in each of Iowa's 99 counties. "Winn’s Pizza & Steakhouse has been an outstanding addition to the Indianola community," said Chair Ernst. "For 23 years, the Nguyen family has proudly served Iowans with their signature thin-crust pizzas and hand-cut steaks, building a loyal following through exceptional food and service. The Nguyen family’s dedication to their customers and community embodies the very best of Iowa’s entrepreneurial spirit." Founded in 2003 by Winn Nguyen, Winn’s Pizza & Steakhouse has become a beloved fixture in the Indianola community. In 2015, Winn expanded to Norwalk, bringing the business’ssignature hospitality and comfort food to even more Iowans. Most recently, the launch of Winn & Sara’s Kitchen in 2024 further strengthened the family’s connection to the community, earning widespread praise during its first three appearances at the Iowa State Fair. For over two decades, the Nguyen family has worked tirelessly to serve classic comfort food with a creative twist. Stay tuned as Chair Ernst continues to recognize outstanding Iowa small businesses with her Small Business of the Week award. ###
'Show me how this ends.' Thune responds to Trump’s escalated calls to pass SAVE America Act
Senate Majority Leader John Thune responded to President Donald Trump's escalating calls Monday to cancel the August recess until the Senate passes a proof-of-citizenship voting bill by again challenging the president.
Fancy Farm picnic set to draw major political attention ahead
Kentucky’s Fancy Farm Picnic returns as a key political platform, featuring U.S. Senate hopefuls and statewide leaders.
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow new limits on mail ballots
The appeal to the justices is part of a high-stakes push by President Donald Trump and his allies to put fresh limits on voting ahead of pivotal elections where control of the House and the Senate is at stake.
Trump demands Senate cancel August break until it passes the SAVE America Act
President Donald Trump is calling on Senate Majority Leader John Thune to keep senators in Washington until they pass a strict proof-of-citizenship voting bill.
McConnell remains in rehab and says he’ll miss key Kentucky political event
McConnell was hospitalized on June 14 and revealed weeks later it was from a fall.
Trump demands Senate cancel August break until it passes voting bill
The legislation known as the SAVE America Act has become a priority for Trump even as it's been clear it doesn't have enough support to pass
Trump demands Senate cancel August break until it passes voting bill
The legislation known as the SAVE America Act has become a priority for Trump even as it's been clear it doesn't have enough support to pass