Rubio to pitch foreign policy credentials to Senate as he vies to become America’s top diplomat
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The top 5 moments from Pete Hegseth’s Senate confirmation hearing
President-elect Donald Trump's pick to head the Pentagon, Pete Hegseth, faced a heated debate in the Senate on Tuesday as lawmakers decided whether to support the nominee. Mr. Hegseth faced intense questioning from Democrats during his Armed Services Committee hearing, including over his previous comments about women serving in combat roles, and at one point […]
Senate Banking Republicans eye changes to key insurance program after fires
Republicans on the Senate Banking Committee are in the early stages of drafting a bill that would include changes to the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and aid for victims of other natural disasters. Sen. John Kennedy (R-Louis.) told The Hill on Tuesday that he and Sen. Mike Rounds (R.S.D.) will be joining Senate Banking […]
Pete Hegseth defends himself from Senate Dems during explosive confirmation hearing
Senate Democrats repeatedly criticized President-elect Donald Trump's pick for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth during his confirmation hearing before the Senate Armed Services Committee on Tuesday. Despite repeated rebukes from critical Democrats, Mr. Hegseth remained steadfast. Hegseth becomes the first of President Trump's nominees to pass confirmation hearings. Hegseth had received considerable media attention by Tuesday, […]
Senate GOP incumbents brace for MAGA primary challengers
As friction mounts between MAGA and establishment factions, several Republican Senate incumbents are already eyeing the threat of challenges in next year's primaries. Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas), who plans to run for re-election in 2026, may face Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, a longtime ally of President-elect Trump, in the primary election. There is. Meanwhile, […]
No. 2 Senate Democratic leader will back Rubio for secretary of State
Senate Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin (Ill.) announced Monday that he will vote for Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) to be the next secretary of state, putting Rubio on track to be confirmed as the next president. It shows that. Trump's first day in office received overwhelming support. “Senator Rubio fully understands the role of the United […]
Senate closer to adopting Laken Riley Act, cracking down on illegal immigrants for theft-related crimes
The Senate on Monday inched closer to final passage of the Laken Riley Act, which would require immigration authorities to detain undocumented immigrants who commit theft, shoplifting and other related crimes. Lawmakers voted 82-10 to consider the bill, with dozens of Democrats in addition to Republicans voting in favor. “The bipartisan Laken Riley Act not […]
Senate advances Laken Riley bill past second hurdle
The Laken-Reilly Act cleared a second procedural hurdle in the Senate on Monday, but debate has turned to amendments pushed by Democrats to potentially add changes to the bill. Senators voted 82-10 in favor of the motion to pass the bill, allowing it to begin consideration on the floor. The bill would require federal detention […]
Laken Riley Act Momentum Grows as Senate Democrats Vote to Begin Debate Laken Riley Act Momentum Grows as Senate Democrats Vote to Begin Debate
The Laken Riley Act took another step toward passage Monday night after clearing another hurdle in the Senate. senator I voted The motion to proceed with the bill passed 82-10, allowing the chamber to begin considering the bill and amendments. 333 Democratic members of Congress voted to begin consideration of the bill. The result was […]
Meet Leader John Thune’s all-star cabinet as Republicans take over Senate majority
First appearance on Fox: Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R.S., is taking over from longtime Republican leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) and is looking to make his impression on the Senate. He selected four powerful Republican allies to serve as members of his official cabinet. ,, The new Republican leaders are Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.), Sen. […]