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.
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.
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.
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. 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sen. Mitch McConnell, the longest-serving Senate party leader in U.S. history, will retire at the end of his term.
'There are no survivors' President Trump speaks on DC plane crash
Everyone aboard a deadly American Airlines flight that collided with an Army helicopter is believed to be dead.
Everyone aboard a deadly American Airlines flight that collided with an Army helicopter is believed to be dead.
RFK Jr. confirmation hearings underway amid vaccine controversy
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to undergo confirmation hearings this week before he can become the next secretary of Health and Human Services.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is set to undergo confirmation hearings this week before he can become the next secretary of Health and Human Services.
'Bumbling idiot': Freshman GOP senator unleashes on Mayor Brandon Johnson
Ohio GOP Sen. Bernie Moreno ripped Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson as the "worst mayor in American history" and called on liberal mayors across the country to focus on making life better for their citizens, as opposed to blocking President Donald Trump’s immigration efforts.
Ohio GOP Sen. Bernie Moreno ripped Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson as the "worst mayor in American history" and called on liberal mayors across the country to focus on making life better for their citizens, as opposed to blocking President Donald Trump’s immigration efforts.
Kristi Noem faces Senate confirmation hearing
So far, Kristi Noem appears to have strong backing from GOP senators who will be crucial to her confirmation as head of the Department of Homeland Security.
So far, Kristi Noem appears to have strong backing from GOP senators who will be crucial to her confirmation as head of the Department of Homeland Security.
Trump Cabinet picks enter third day of Senate confirmation hearings
The Senate will continue confirmation hearings for President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet nominees on Thursday, featuring several high-profile candidates.
The Senate will continue confirmation hearings for President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet nominees on Thursday, featuring several high-profile candidates.
Bondi, Rubio defend Trump agendas in heated cabinet hearings
The second day of Senate confirmation hearings for President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet featured contentious exchanges, with nominees addressing concerns about their independence and policy priorities.
The second day of Senate confirmation hearings for President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet featured contentious exchanges, with nominees addressing concerns about their independence and policy priorities.
Pete Hegseth faces Senate confirmation for Defense Secretary: What to know
President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, underwent his Senate confirmation hearings on Tuesday, where senators scrutinized his fitness for the role due to his past as a combat veteran and TV host.
President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, underwent his Senate confirmation hearings on Tuesday, where senators scrutinized his fitness for the role due to his past as a combat veteran and TV host.
Senator John Fetterman’s high-speed crash in Maryland: bodycam footage released
Body camera video released Thursday by the Maryland State Police Department shows the moments after Senator John Fetterman and his wife were involved in an early morning crash in Maryland.
Body camera video released Thursday by the Maryland State Police Department shows the moments after Senator John Fetterman and his wife were involved in an early morning crash in Maryland.
Senate passes bills to help to protect kids using social media apps
The U.S. Senate passed two bills Monday aimed to make social media companies more accountable in protecting kids using social media.
The U.S. Senate passed two bills Monday aimed to make social media companies more accountable in protecting kids using social media.
Secret Service acting director testifies about Trump rally security
Acting Director of the Secret Service Ronald Rowe and FBI officials fielded questions from the Senate about security failures that led to the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.
Acting Director of the Secret Service Ronald Rowe and FBI officials fielded questions from the Senate about security failures that led to the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.
Tiktok ban could soon be reality
The Senate is one step closer to banning popular social media. The Seate is expected to pass the legislation as soon as Tuesday after the House attached the ban to a foreign aid package.
The Senate is one step closer to banning popular social media. The Seate is expected to pass the legislation as soon as Tuesday after the House attached the ban to a foreign aid package.