Former Navy Veteran and Food Writer Enters Competitive Race for His Old Boss’s Senate Position
Morgan Murphy Announces Senate Run in Alabama On Monday, Morgan Murphy, a U.S. Navy captain, national security officer, and cookbook author, declared his candidacy for Alabama’s open U.S. Senate seat. This move puts him in a crowded Republican field following the decision by former Senator Tommy Tuberville to seek the governorship instead of re-election. Murphy, […]
Senate Democrats and Republicans come together on the CHILDREN Act for Dreamers
Senate Democrats and Republicans Unite on Immigration Legislation In a noteworthy bipartisan effort, two Senate Democrats teamed up with prominent Republicans to introduce a bill aimed at protecting over 450,000 individuals who came to the U.S. as children of foreign visa holders. This collaboration includes Senate Majority Leader Richard Durbin (D-Ill) and Sens. Alex Padilla […]
Bruce Pearl steps down as Auburn coach and declines Senate candidacy
Auburn’s men’s basketball coach, Bruce Pearl, has been speculated as a potential Republican candidate for the Senate seat in Alabama. However, after announcing his retirement, he stated that a future in Washington, D.C. isn’t in the cards for him. In a video announcement, he mentioned, “I know that many of you have probably prayed about […]
Senate Republican disregards Cruz’s concerns over Kimmel’s suspension impacting free speech.
Sen. Mullin Defends ABC Against FCC Chairman’s Threats On Sunday, Sen. Mark Wayne Mullin (R-Okla.) expressed that he didn’t share concerns raised by Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) regarding free speech in the wake of FCC Chairman Brendan Kerr’s warning to ABC. This warning followed comedian Jimmy Kimmel’s joke about Charlie Kirk’s assignment. During a CNN […]
Ocasio-Cortez considering a run for Senate or the White House
As allies of Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) explore her political future, including a potential presidential run, she mentions that she’s considering various options. There are whispers among her supporters about a challenge to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.). “I wouldn’t do that,” she reportedly said, according to a source who discussed her options. “She’s […]
Rebecca Taibleson, nominated by Trump for a judicial position, is up for Senate confirmation
Rebecca Taibleson’s Confirmation Hearing Recently, Rebecca Taibleson participated in a significant confirmation hearing before the Senate Judiciary Committee for a seat on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit. Selected by President Trump, her nomination stands out among a field of highly qualified candidates. Taibleson brings a wealth of experience as a prosecutor […]
Senate Approves Former Florida Congressman Mike Waltz as UN Ambassador
The Senate has confirmed Mike Waltz, a former Florida lawmaker and Army Green Beret, as President Trump’s ambassador to the UN, just days before the annual UN General Assembly in New York. Waltz’s confirmation came with a narrow 47-43 vote, ending a few months of delay in the Senate. Most Democrats were against his appointment, […]
Democrats Block Spending Bill as Senate Heads Toward Shutdown
Senate Democrats blocked a government funding bill that had previously passed in the House, moving the nation closer to a potential government shutdown. The Democrats stood mostly united, with only Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) siding with Republicans, leading to a vote of 44 to 48. They needed a total of 60 votes. Interestingly, Senator Rand […]
Senate Approves Mike Waltz as UN Ambassador
Senate Confirms Mike Waltz as U.N. Ambassador The Senate has confirmed Mike Waltz, a former national security adviser to President Donald Trump, as the U.S. ambassador to the United Nations on Friday afternoon. Waltz’s confirmation came with a close vote of 47-43, just in time for the upcoming UN General Assembly meeting starting on September […]
Mike Waltz appointed as UN ambassador in a bipartisan Senate decision
Senate Confirms Trump’s UN Ambassador After Delays On Friday, the Senate confirmed Mike Waltz as President Donald Trump’s ambassador to the United Nations, following several months marked by delays from Senate Democrats. The confirmation passed with a narrow bipartisan vote of 47-45, with Democratic senators John Fetterman from Pennsylvania, Jeanne Shaheen from New Hampshire, and […]