Senate to consider Trump’s DOGE reductions
A GOP bill aimed at limiting federal funding is set to be presented to the Senate this week, facing significant pushback from some Republicans concerned about proposed cuts to public broadcasting and foreign aid. As the deadline approaches this Friday, GOP lawmakers are considering legal implications while taking steps known as rescue packages, which are […]
Paul thinks the Senate vote on cuts to NPR and PBS will be “very tight.”
Senator Rand Paul (R-Ky.) remarked on Sunday that President Trump’s request to cut funding for public broadcasters such as NPR and PBS might lead to a “very close” vote in the Senate. “I think it’s really tight. I can’t say for sure if things will be settled ahead of time, but I can’t in good […]
Republicans are keenly anticipating Lara Trump’s choice regarding the North Carolina Senate seat.
There’s growing interest among Republicans for Lara Trump to enter the North Carolina Senate race, especially after Senator Tom Tillis announced he would not run for reelection. Lara Trump, who is married to President Trump’s son Eric and previously served as a co-chair of the Republican National Committee, is seen as a strong contender if […]
Trump leaves Republicans uncertain about Texas Senate endorsement
President Trump is pondering whether the Republican Party will back the Texas GOP Senate primary, which is closely watched as Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) faces off against Attorney General Ken Paxton. This week, Trump met with Senate Majority Leader John Tune (D) and others from the Senate Leadership Fund to strategize about various Senate races, […]
Senate Republicans confront a critical decision on ending the global HIV program
Senate Republicans are hesitant about cutting the widely supported global HIV/AIDS program, PEPFAR, as they approach a July 18 deadline to vote on President Trump’s initial funding request. Last month, during a call to Congress, Trump proposed eliminating the $900 million budget allocated for the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The House has […]
Senate Democrats unite with dismissed State Department workers to protest job cuts
Protests Erupt Over Layoffs at State Department On Friday, Senate Democrats rallied alongside State Department employees against the Trump administration’s decision to lay off 1,300 workers. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) voiced strong opposition, stating during a protest outside the department’s headquarters, “This is not America’s first. It’s an American retreat. And we don’t want […]
Rep. Haley Stevens’ Connection to Joe Biden Shadows Her Michigan Senate Race
Joe Biden’s days on the campaign trail are over, but the implications of his presidency still weigh heavily on candidates, particularly in Michigan, where Rep. Hailey Stevens (D-MI) is vying for a Senate seat. Recent opinion polling indicates that Stevens, who is heavily connected to Biden through her congressional voting record, faces unique challenges in […]
Senate takes steps to restrict Trump’s authority on military aid to Ukraine
Senate Moves to Limit Trump’s Policies on Ukraine The Senate is working to restrict some of the policies from President Trump’s administration regarding Ukraine, as there’s growing tension and uncertainty around U.S. support for the country. Officials and allies are expressing concerns about potential changes in assistance. Recently, Trump consented to restart arms supplies to […]
Senate Democrats challenge Rubio over State Department job cuts: ‘a measure of last resort’
Senate Democrats on the Foreign Relations Committee are pressing Secretary of State Marco Rubio for clarification regarding the layoffs of thousands of State Department employees. They are concerned that these sudden job cuts could erase vital expertise and talent. The panel sent a letter to Rubio just as the State Department began notifying employees about […]
Senate committee endorses $500 million in assistance for Ukraine
Senate Approves $500 Million Defense Package for Ukraine The Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) has recently endorsed a $500 million defense support package for Ukraine amid rising tensions with Russia. On July 9th, the committee voted on the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), an annual piece of legislation designed to fund the Department of […]