Senate Republicans caution that Democrats are establishing a risky standard in the shutdown dispute.
Government Shutdown Enters Day 20 with Rising Tensions Senate Republicans are voicing concern over the implications of current Democratic actions amid the ongoing government shutdown, which has now stretched into its 20th day. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and the Democratic caucus are heavily focused on demands for an extension of expired Obamacare subsidies, attempting […]
Daniel Cameron seeks McConnell’s Senate seat in Kentucky for the 2026 election
Daniel Cameron Aims for McConnell’s Senate Seat Former Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron, who once worked closely with Senator Mitch McConnell, is stepping into the political arena to take his place. He’s presenting himself as a staunch “America First” conservative, ready to voice disagreements with his former mentor. Cameron was the general counsel for McConnell, […]
AOC collects $11.8M, positioning herself for a possible 2028 Senate campaign
Ocasio-Cortez Reports Fundraising Decline Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, known as the “Bronx Girl,” raised $4.5 million last quarter—her lowest earnings this year. This amount is significantly less than the record-setting income she gathered in the first quarter, which led to speculation about a potential presidential candidacy. Despite the dip, Ocasio-Cortez still holds a substantial $11.8 million […]
Maine Senate candidate confronted with old Reddit posts again
Recent reports have revealed more contentious social media posts by Graham Platner, a Maine Senate candidate hoping to unseat Republican Senator Susan Collins. According to the Bangor Daily News, Platner, who has already distanced himself from previous posts on Reddit, made a controversial remark questioning why black people “don’t tip” in a thread discussing questions […]
Senate Candidate Graham Platner Urges Violence in Recently Removed Posts
Maine Senate Candidate’s Controversial Past Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner from Maine has come under scrutiny for a past Reddit post where he suggested violence as a means for social change, according to Politico. In 2018, Platner, a former Marine and oyster farmer, stated that “an armed working class is a requirement of economic justice,” […]
Thune opposes Schumer’s requests as shutdown reaches its fourth week in Senate deadlock
Thune Holds Steady as Government Shutdown Continues As the government shutdown nears its fourth week, Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) remains firm in his position, refusing to bend to the demands of Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.). Schumer and his Democratic colleagues appear to be advocating for a solid agreement on the expiring […]
Michelle Obama’s ex-chief of staff ends Senate bid following controversy over hiring an undocumented criminal.
Des Moines Public Schools Commissioner Withdraws from Senate Race Jackie Norris, the commissioner of Des Moines Public Schools and a former chief of staff to Michelle Obama, has decided to exit the race for an open Senate seat in Iowa. This move comes after her Republican opponent, Representative Ashley Hinson, suggested she should step back. […]
Senate Republican leader criticizes Democratic ‘chaos’ regarding unsuccessful defense vote
Thune Critiques Senate Democrats Amid Ongoing Shutdown Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., expressed that Senate Democrats find themselves in a challenging position after rejecting Republican attempts to progress the annual defense spending bill last Friday. In a discussion with Fox News Digital, he characterized the Democrats’ choice to vote against this procedural measure as […]
XRP Update: ETF Delays and Senate Stalemate Offer Bears a Glimpse of $2.0
Ripple pushes forward with strategic expansion Ripple is making strides in its plans for mainstream adoption, even amidst challenging market conditions. Recently, the company unveiled some noteworthy developments: A partnership with Absa Bank in South Africa, which has sparked discussions about integrating XRPL into cross-border transactions. The purchase of GTreasury for $1 billion, enabling Ripple […]
Iowa school board chair Jackie Norris ends Senate campaign following criticism from Ian Andrew Roberts
Jackie Norris, Chair of the Des Moines Public Schools (DMPS), has withdrawn from the race for a vacant Senate seat in Iowa following criticism regarding her support for Ian Andre Roberts, a former school superintendent and undocumented immigrant. Norris, a Democrat and former chief of staff to Michelle Obama, stated that the ongoing situation surrounding […]