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.
Kari Lake suffers blow in Arizona before likely Senate bid
A poll has found the top Donald Trump ally has a mostly unfavorable view among voters in Arizona, including independent voters.
Kari Lake suggests Hillary Clinton may kill her
Lake made the comments in a new interview, relitigating her 2022 gubernatorial election defeat.
LSU teacher fired over foul-mouthed voicemail left for GOP state senator
The graduate assistant allegedly left the message for state Senator Mike Resi after he voted to override a veto allowing gender-affirming care for minors.
Tommy Tuberville may cost Republicans their summer vacation
Asked about keeping senators on the Hill during the August recess, Schumer said, "We will see what happens."
Republicans' chance of flipping critical Ohio Senate seat in 2024: Poll
Democratic Senator Sherrod Brown led his three potential GOP rivals in Ohio, a state former President Donald Trump won twice, according to a new poll.
Democrats planning major push to unseat Ted Cruz, Josh Hawley in 2024 race
A Democratic PAC spokesperson characterized the well-known GOP Senators as "cartoon villains."
Rick Scott faces new challenger for Florida Senate seat
Democrat Phil Ehr's campaign announcement highlighted his military service while attacking Scott for his connection to a Medicare fraud scheme.
Chuck Schumer moves to declassify UFO secrets like JFK records
Elon Musk welcomed the Senate majority leader's plan, describing it as "cool" on Twitter.
Rand Paul complains college basketball players are turning into 'rap stars'
The comments came during an anti-trust hearing regarding the merger of the PGA Tour and LIV Golf.
Tommy Tuberville called "despicable" by lt. general after military block
Tuberville has been blocking senior military promotions to protest Pentagon support for servicewomen seeking an abortion.
Kari Lake welcomes J.K. Rowling "to the club" after Stalin comparison
Lake was responding to a Rowling tweet saying: "Very excited to announce that after a long stretch of being Literally Hitler I've become Ideologically Stalin."
Kari Lake "considering" Senate run as she provides court case update
The Republican said she may run for office again while stating she will file a notice of appeal on her dismissed 2022 election lawsuits.
Ex-GOP congressman rips Republicans taking credit for funding they opposed
Some Republicans who voted against the infrastructure bill are now praising it as their states receive broadband investments approved in the legislation.
Republicans pour cold water on Lauren Boebert's push to impeach Joe Biden
Boebert introduced the articles on Tuesday, specifying she is pursuing impeachment for alleged abuse of power and dereliction of duty at the U.S.-Mexico border.
Senator admits UFO whistleblower report tracks with official briefing
"None of it's good," Senator Josh Hawley said. "I think we want to get to the bottom of this. I think it's disturbing."
John Fetterman's introduction of Joe Biden mocked by conservatives
The Democratic senator suffered a stroke about six months before last year's midterm election in which he defeated Republican challenger, Dr. Mehmet Oz.
Democrats threaten to sink Trump's PGA tour merger win
Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Ron Wyden claim the merger would make golf fans complicit in the "Saudi regime's latest attempt to sanitize its abuses."
Herschel Walker is working on finishing college degree after Senate loss
The former GOP candidate has reportedly re-enrolled at the University of Georgia, where he previously falsely claimed to have graduated with honors.
Ted Cruz mocked for "ridiculous" Pat Benatar comment
The Texas Republican angered fans of the rock star when he referenced her on a conservative talk show.
Supreme Court student debt cancellation decision sparks dueling proposals
As the Biden administration awaits a major Supreme Court decision on student loan forgiveness, Republicans and Democrats have introduced new legislation.
Joe Biden scores huge win with judge appointment, outpaces Trump
Biden's nominee was described as showing "open contempt for the Constitution" by Republican Senator Mike Lee.
Democrat defends supporting controversial Trump judge Aileen Cannon
Senator Tim Kaine defended his vote confirming Cannon to the bench. Cannon, a Trump appointee, is facing calls for recusal in the criminal case against Trump.
Tim Scott gets in heated exchange about race with "The View" panel
Senator Tim Scott and "The View" co-host Sunny Hostin sparred for over three minutes about systemic racism on Monday.
Fox News host confronts GOP Senator on Pentagon's fifth failed audit
The Defense Department was unable to account for over 60 percent of its assets in a November audit.
Kari Lake confident "nobody" can beat her in Arizona Senate race
The Arizona Republican said she would "go on to win the run for Senate" if she decided to run in 2024.
Interest being retroactively added to student loan debt sparks fury
A Republican measure to block President Joe Biden's student-loan forgiveness plan would force borrowers to retroactively cover the voided pause period.
John Fetterman explains why he voted against debt ceiling deal
"This was a tough vote and an ugly situation manufactured by extortionists," Fetterman said.
Full list of Republican senators who voted against debt-ceiling deal
A total of 31 Republican senators voted against the bill, with many saying it doesn't go far enough to cut federal spending.
Full list of Democrat senators who voted against debt ceiling deal
Veteran left-winger Bernie Sanders explained his decision to vote against the bill on Twitter, saying it would hit people "who are barely making it right now."
Senate passes debt limit deal, sending bill to President Joe Biden's desk
"I am pleased, so pleased, to announce that both sides have just locked in an agreement that enables the Senate to pass legislation," Chuck Schumer said.
