Senate
The latest on the U.S. Senate. Established by Article One of the United States Constitution, the United States Senate represents the upper chamber of the U.S. Congress. Made up of 100 senators, two elected from each state to a six year term. The vice president of the United States serves as the president of the Senate.
Pete Buttigieg's chances of winning Michigan Senate primary: Poll
A new poll suggests Buttigieg would be the front-runner against other Democrats in the battleground state's 2026 Senate race.
Congress could save federal agencies from Trump. Here's how
President Donald Trump has 90 days to present a plan to Congress if he wants to scrap a federal agency.
Should Congress be forced to retire? Americans debate after McConnell fall
After Senator Mitch McConnell suffered yet another fall Wednesday, the question of whether members of Congress should have age limits is again up for debate.
Mitch McConnell falls down Senate stairs: What we know
Longtime GOP Senator Mitch McConnell, 82, fell down the stairs in the Senate after casting a vote, according to multiple reports.
John Fetterman faces backlash after breaking with Democratic colleagues
The Pennsylvania senator was the only Democrat to support Donald Trump's choice for attorney general, Pam Bondi, in a Senate vote.
Full list of Democrats who voted to confirm Doug Collins as VA secretary
Twenty-four Democrats broke ranks and joined Republicans to confirm former Representative Doug Collins as Secretary of Veterans Affairs.
Map shows where child marriage is still legal as Missouri considers ban
Missouri moves to ban child marriage with bipartisan legislation. You can view where child marriage is still legal with this map.
US Senator warns of tax records "compromised" by Elon Musk
Musk, who heads the Department of Government Efficiency, has said he wants to cut $2 trillion from federal government spending.
RFK Jr. clears major hurdle toward confirmation as Health secretary
The Senate Finance Committee voted to advance Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination to a full Senate floor vote.
Tulsi Gabbard's future could come down to one Republican senator
The Senate Intelligence Committee will vote Tuesday on whether to advance Gabbard's nomination, the New York Times reported.
Tulsi Gabbard outlines four key priorities if confirmed
Tulsi Gabbard, President Donald Trump's pick for director of national intelligence, had a confirmation hearing last week.
Lawmaker demands answers to reports Musk seeking Treasury payment access
Democrat Ranking Senate Finance Committee member Ron Wyden raised the alarm after a career staffer resigned from the Treasury Department.
Tulsi Gabbard confirmation in jeopardy as Republicans raise alarm
Donald Trump's choice for director of national intelligence was grilled by GOP senators at a Thursday hearing.
Republican "worried" own colleagues won't confirm Tulsi Gabbard
Gabbard had her confirmation hearing on Thursday as senators questioned her on her alliances and controversies.
Trump FBI nominee refuses to say Joe Biden won the 2020 election
Kash Patel repeatedly deflected Vermont Senator Peter Welch's questions and refused to say Joe Biden won the 2020 election.
Here are Senate Democrats who have voted with Trump most often so far
In the early days of Trump's second term, a handful of Democratic senators have voted in line with him more often than not.
Trump's FBI pick Kash Patel: "Let good cops be cops"
Patel told senators he would commit himself to "due process and transparency" if confirmed as the bureau's director.
Americans are concerned about RFK Jr. as health secretary
Fifty-one percent oppose Kennedy's nomination to head up the Department of Health and Human Services, a new poll has found.
Sen. Tammy Baldwin: RFK Jr. Is Bad for Our Health | Opinion
I got into politics because of my experience with health care, and it informs how I think about keeping Americans safe and well today.
Bob Menendez's comments after sentencing spark Trump pardon rumors
Mendez said Trump was "right" about the legal process he went through being "corrupt" in comments outside of the courthouse.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s wants to change how SNAP benefits are used
During confirmation hearings, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke to SNAP and his ideas for integrating nutritional health into federal assistance programs.
How Americans feel about RFK Jr., vaccines amid confirmation hearing
Kennedy faced questions about his stance on vaccines during his confirmation hearing on Wednesday.
The Democrats who may run for Senate in Michigan after Gary Peters retires
Michigan's Senate race may attract high-profile Democrats such as Pete Buttigieg or Dana Nessel.
Key Senate battleground opens as Gary Peters exits Michigan race
The two-term senator surprised many with his decision not to seek reelection.
Senate Confirmation Battles Are About More Than Nominees | Opinion
Pete Hegseth was narrowly confirmed as defense secretary amid swirling questions about his competence and character, and despite GOP Senators Murkowski and Collins standing up and opposing him.
Tulsi Gabbard faces high-stakes confirmation hearing to win key senators
Not all Republican senators have committed to voting in support of her appointment as director of national intelligence.
Trump has "compelling argument" about Panama, Greenland: Top Republican
The president has repeatedly discussed his desire to "retake" the Panama Canal and take possession of Greenland.
Pete Hegseth lays out three ways he'll work to implement Trump's mission
The newly sworn-in defense secretary outlined plans on Saturday to advance the president's defense priorities.
Could Republican plan to give Trump third-term work? Process explained
Representative Andy Ogles proposed a resolution to amend the U.S. Constitution that would allow presidents to serve a third term under certain conditions.
Full list of Democrats who voted to confirm Trump nominee Kristi Noem
The former South Dakota governor was confirmed as the next secretary of Homeland Security in a 59-34 vote on Saturday.
