Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett launches U.S. Senate campaign
Crockett, known for her outspoken opinions on progressive issues like defunding law enforcement, faces other familiar names in the Democrat primary.
Tensions high as government shutdown drags on
Despite the Senate agreeing on a spending bill, the federal shutdown will continue until at least tomorrow.
Senate takes first step to end longest government shutdown in history
Political science professor Stephen Maynard Caliendo explains how the shutdown could conclude, its impact on federal workers, and what could follow politically.
FAA grounds general aviation operations at DCA, 11 other US airports
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has temporarily banned general aviation operations and nonscheduled aircraft flights at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
Federal workers brace for missed paycheck as shutdown enters 5th week
Washington’s government shutdown has entered its fifth week with no resolution in sight, as Senate efforts to pass a House-approved continuing resolution to reopen the government have failed 12 times.
Government shutdown latest: Senate rejects funding bills for 7th time
The U.S. Senate rejected competing funding bills for the seventh time on Thursday, meaning that the federal government shutdown will continue, at least for now.
Here's how long the government shutdown could go on
This shutdown is expected to last at least three days, as the Senate isn't likely to hold any votes until at least Oct. 3.
Trump administration aims to make US citizenship test more difficult
The Trump administration is planning to make the U.S. citizenship test more difficult, according to U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) Director Joseph Edlow.
RFK Jr. testifying at Senate hearing about CDC, vaccine policies
The Health and Human Services secretary faces questions on Thursday from a Senate committee about layoffs and sweeping changes to health agencies.
Democrats invoke rare Senate rule to demand DOJ release Epstein files
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said he was compelling the Justice Department and FBI to release the Jeffrey Epstein files though a century-old law.
What's next for the DOGE spending cuts bill?
After an early morning vote, the Senate passed a bill that would cut nearly $9 billion in already allocated federal funding. Democrats are now blasting the legislation.
Foreign aid programs, public broadcasting would be hit hardest by U.S. spending cuts
It took most of the night to make it happen but the U.S. Senate approves a $9 billion package of spending cuts. Foreign aid programs and support for public broadcasting are on the chopping block.
Senate blocks effort to check Trump's war powers
The resolution, authored by Sen. Tim Kaine of Virginia, aimed to affirm that President Donald Trump should seek authorization from Congress before launching more military action against Iran.
Raja Krishnamoorthi gains backing from suburban, downstate mayors in Senate bid
A group of Illinois mayors just threw their support behind Raja Krishnamoorthi’s Senate bid to replace Dick Durbin.
Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi throws hat in race for U.S. Senate seat
U.S. Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi on Wednesday formally announced his candidacy for the U.S. Senate, launching a campaign to succeed longtime Sen. Dick Durbin, who is not seeking reelection.
U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly launches Senate bid to succeed Dick Durbin
U.S. Rep. Robin Kelly announced Monday she will run for the Senate seat currently held by Sen. Dick Durbin, who said he won't seek re-election in 2026.
Gov. Pritzker backs Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton in run for Senate
Gov. JB Pritzker on Friday threw his support behind Lt. Gov Juliana Stratton in her run for the U.S. Senate.
Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton launches U.S. Senate campaign to replace Durbin
Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton on Wednesday formally launched her campaign for the U.S. Senate.
Bipartisan bill would require congressional notification, approval of new tariffs
The legislation would give Congress more power over implementing tariffs, while limiting the president’s power to do so.
Mitch McConnell won't seek reelection
Sen. Mitch McConnell, the longest-serving Senate party leader in U.S. history, will retire at the end of his term.