Senate meets unexpectedly over the weekend during the continuing government shutdown
Senate’s Weekend Session Struggles Amid Government Shutdown The Senate is navigating an unusual weekend session, still at a standstill as members seek a resolution for the ongoing government shutdown. Behind the scenes, lawmakers are drafting three spending bills to attach to the House-passed continuing resolution (CR), along with an extension that could allow government agencies […]
Senate will stay in session until a deal is reached, Thune states
Government Shutdown Continues as Negotiations Persist During a press conference on Saturday, Senate Majority Leader John Thune, a Republican from South Dakota, confirmed that senators would remain in session until a solution is found to reopen the government. This announcement comes as the shutdown stretches into its 39th day, with meaningful progress still elusive. When […]
Senate Republicans look for Democratic backing to overcome filibuster on funding
Senate Republicans Hopeful for Bipartisan Support on Government Funding Senate Republicans are optimistic that they might gain enough support from Senate Democrats to overcome the filibuster in a crucial test vote expected to happen in January. This funding proposal aims to support the Departments of Agriculture and Veterans Affairs, alongside Congress, until September 30, 2026. […]
Senate vote stops Republican proposal to compensate federal employees and military amid shutdown
As the government shutdown continues, Senate Democrats have once again halted a Republican effort aimed at ensuring federal employees and military personnel continue receiving their paychecks. Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) put forward a modified version of the Shutdown Fairness Act, which aimed to guarantee compensation during both the current and any future shutdowns. Last month, […]
Senate Republicans criticize Democratic proposal to prevent shutdown: ‘Not viable’
Senate Republicans are criticizing Democratic plans to prolong Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies for another year as part of an agreement to reopen the government, stating they are not interested in pursuing such a deal. Several GOP senators swiftly dismissed the proposals put forth by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), which included a temporary […]
Senate Democrats seek clarification on the FDA’s evaluation of the abortion pill.
Senate Democrats React to Possible Abortion Pill Restrictions Senate Democrats have expressed concerns over the Trump administration’s potential new restrictions on the abortion pill, mifepristone. This follows the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) independent evaluation of its safety and effectiveness. In a letter sent to the FDA and the Department of Health and Human Services, […]
Senate decision on government shutdown legislation uncertain as Democrats stand united
Senate Republicans Adjust Plans Amidst Government Reopening Discussions Senate Republicans were gearing up for a vote on the House-endorsed government reopening bill this Friday, but things are looking a bit different now. Senate Democrats have indicated they would prefer to postpone the vote for a while longer. Senate Majority Leader John Thune, representing South Dakota, […]
Senate Democrats may let down their supporters with risky shutdown tactics
Senate Democrats Confront Challenges from Ongoing Government Shutdown Senate Democrats have been cautioning for years about the repercussions of a government shutdown, and now, as it continues, they’re finding themselves at odds with key priorities. “It’s a deeply twisted irony,” remarked Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) in a discussion on the situation. John Feely from EFB […]
Senate Democrats United on Keeping Government Shutdown Amid Republican Talks
Senate Democrats Prepare to Vote Against Government Funding Senate Democrats are reportedly planning to vote “no” again on Friday concerning the government shutdown, emphasizing that “the people want us to fight.” Lawmakers claim their caucus is “unified” in their approach to this issue. According to Semafor, Thursday’s private meeting concluded with Democrats rallying around a […]
Senate Republicans stop measure to end Trump’s Caribbean drug operations
Trump Administration Strikes Venezuelan Fishing Boat, Resulting in Two Deaths Conservative commentator Daniel Garza appeared on “Fox & Friends” to address President Donald Trump’s ongoing military actions against alleged drug vessels linked to Venezuela, highlighting the shock following a cartel’s public execution of a Mexican mayor. In a recent development, Senate Republicans blocked an initiative […]