NC Senate Republicans approve bill named after Iryna Zarutska, a victim of a train murder in Charlotte.
North Carolina Senate Republicans Pass Irina’s Law The North Carolina Senate has approved a bill named Irina’s Law, dedicated to Ukrainian refugees after a tragic incident last month on a Charlotte Light Rail train. Iryna Zarutska, 23, was fatally stabbed on August 22 while returning home from her job at a local pizza place. Authorities […]
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 […]