Renee Hardman secures Iowa state Senate seat, preventing the GOP from regaining a supermajority.
Lenny Hardman Elected to Iowa Senate in Special Election In a special election held on Tuesday, Democrat Lenny Hardman secured a seat in the Iowa Senate, blocking Republicans from achieving two-thirds control of the chamber. Hardman won decisively against Republican Lucas Loftin, taking the position that represents portions of the Des Moines suburbs. The vacancy […]
Senate reconvenes to tackle government funding deadline as shutdown approaches
Closure Looms in 2026 Due to Soaring Medical Insurance Premiums In a recent episode of “Fox News Live,” FOX News Chief Congressional Correspondent Chad Pergram discussed the upcoming expiration of Obamacare subsidies, upcoming health insurance premium hikes in 2026, and concerns regarding another potential government shutdown with Rep. Kevin Kiley (R-Calif.). The Senate is gearing […]
Senate proposal aims to allocate nearly $6 billion for refugee programs despite historically low admission rates
Spending Bill May Boost Refugee Programs The upcoming spending bill could direct billions towards refugee programs after temporary government funding concludes. A clean funding extension is set to begin in November 2025 and will last until January 30, 2026, possibly allowing for new funding distributions. Critics, particularly conservatives, are concerned about elements of the Senate’s […]
2026 Senate elections might end Trump’s complete Republican control in Congress
In 2026, Washington, D.C., is poised for significant political shifts, with several crucial Senate races at stake. These contests will play a major role in determining whether President Donald Trump and the Republican Party can hold onto their governing power. Beyond their individual narratives, these Senate races could reflect broader political trends heading into 2026. […]
Senate approves $901 billion defense bill, delivers NDAA to Trump for approval
Senate Passes Major Defense Bill The Senate has sent a significant defense package to President Donald Trump, marking one of the final legislative actions of the year. This National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), totaling around $901 billion, includes various defense policies designed to provide funds for some of the administration’s priorities. With bipartisan support, the […]
FCC chair Brendan Carr set to be questioned by the Senate
FCC Chairman Daniel Carr to Testify Before Senate Committee The Chairman of the Federal Communications Commission, Brendan Carr, is set to testify before the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday. His appearance will center around his controversial request for ABC to take Jimmy Kimmel’s show off the air. Joining Carr will be two other FCC commissioners, […]
Senate Republicans are more open to ending the filibuster as Trump increases his demands.
The filibuster has long been a sensitive topic among Senate Republicans, but lately, there’s been a noticeable shift. President Donald Trump has been vocal about his desire to do away with this process, and it seems his calls are starting to resonate. The filibuster, which requires a 60-vote threshold for most Senate bills, often necessitates […]
Senate healthcare efforts probably won’t happen in 2025, according to Thune.
Senate Deliberates Health Care Challenges Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) indicated today that the Senate is facing significant hurdles in addressing health care issues for 2025. He commented, “I don’t think we’re going to pass anything by the end of this week, but perhaps there’s a potential path for January.” In another development, House […]
Senate Republicans team up with Democrats to overturn Trump’s federal union policy
In a surprising twist, two prominent Senate Republicans have teamed up with Senate Democrats to back a bill aimed at reversing President Donald Trump’s executive order regarding federal unions. Yet, it’s still uncertain if the bill will actually come to a vote. Recently, the House of Representatives passed the American Worker Protection Act, introduced by […]
Ex-NFL sideline reporter Michele Tafoya considers a Senate run in Minnesota
Michele Tafoya, a well-known sportswriter, is reportedly considering a run for the U.S. Senate seat in Minnesota, according to sources close to the situation. The National Republican Senatorial Committee is actively recruiting her to help consolidate Republican candidates as Democrats brace for a competitive primary battle between U.S. Rep. Angie Craig and popular Lt. Gov. […]