United States Senate News & Breaking Stories

US congressman Henry Cuellar and his wife charged with accepting $600,000 in bribes. Denies charges. Could face decades in prison.

Greene delays ouster motion against Johnson, gaining attention but failing to gather Republican support, while Democrats back Johnson.

Schumer denounces violent protesters at Columbia University, warns against criminality on campuses, calls for consequences. McConnell criticizes pro-Palestinian demonstrations.

Pro-Hamas protests at Emory University lead to arrests of 28 activists, including professors, with videos showing clashes with law enforcement.

Historic Supreme Court hearing as Trump claims immunity from prosecution for official acts while president. Nixon precedent, implications for future presidents.

U.S. Senate approves TikTok ban, one step away from becoming law. President Biden expected to sign. TikTok likely to challenge in court.

$1 billion settlement reached for Larry Nassar victims in FBI mishandling case. Justice served after years of abuse allegations.

White House cancels $153 billion in student loan debt, GOP criticizes move, experts warn of economic implications and taxpayer costs.

House Republicans block potential extension to FISA, sparking debate on national security vs privacy. Former President Trump urges against renewal.

Katie Porter, known for her white board tactics, lost the Senate primary in California, blaming billionaires for rigging the election.

Senator Katie Britt's dramatic State of the Union rebuttal was hilariously parodied on SNL, featuring Scarlett Johansson's emotional performance.

This Sunday, Americans will "spring forward" an hour for daylight saving time, sparking debate on the tradition's necessity and impact.

Get ready for more sun! Daylight saving time starts March 10. Adjust your clocks and get ready to spring forward!

Senate Committee Hearing on Fani Willis' Alleged Misconduct Scrapped by Ethics Board. State Senate to Investigate Further. #WillisInvestigation #SenateProbe

Alabama Sen. Katie Britt delivers fiery criticism of President Biden's policies, positioning GOP as better choice to lead nation.

New bill threatens to ban TikTok in the U.S. within six months unless it cuts ties with China's ByteDance. TikTokers outraged.

Alabama Senator Katie Britt to deliver GOP response to President Biden's 2024 State of the Union, offering stark contrast and hope.

Senator Bob Menendez faces intensified legal battle as new charges emerge, alleging corruption and obstruction of justice, despite maintaining innocence.

North Carolina law causes delays in election results, sparking conspiracy theories among conservative voters about potential election rigging.

Adam Schiff and Steve Garvey will face off in November for a U.S. Senate seat in California after primary results.

Former NFL player Colin Allred wins Democratic Senate primary in Texas, aims to unseat Republican Ted Cruz in November.

Polls closed for the 2024 California primary election. Top races include presidential nominations, Senate seat, mayoral race, and ballot measures.

GOP's Steve Garvey and Democrat Adam Schiff to compete for US Senate seat, marking a shift in California's political landscape.

Georgia Senate panel investigates DA Fani Willis for alleged misconduct. Subpoenas issued. Investigation expected to take months. More subpoenas to come.

NC's primaries for governor set up a high-stakes showdown between AG Stein and Lt. Gov. Robinson in a pivotal battleground.

USDA releases final rule on competition; Vikings release RB, Big Ten tournament sellout, Pierre School Board rejects bids. #Agriculture #Competition

Senator Sinema of Arizona announces she won't seek reelection, citing political isolation and failed bipartisan efforts, leaving Senate at year's end.

California's Senate race heats up as Democrats battle for top two spots, with late surge from Republican Steve Garvey shaking things up.

Follow live-blog for real-time updates and key results from Super Tuesday primaries with over a third of GOP delegates at stake.

Gov. Youngkin distances himself from Trump and Haley as Super Tuesday nears, sparking speculation on his future in the GOP.

Arkansans face losing an hour of sleep as daylight saving time approaches. Efforts to change time laws in the state fail.

California Legislature introduces 2,124 new bills, including voter ID and daylight savings. Find out more about the latest proposed legislation.

Mitch McConnell, Senate GOP leader, stepping down after years of influence. Successor election in November. Legacy marked by strategic decisions.

John is the frontrunner to replace Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell. Republican senators are considering successors for the position.

Survivor-led groups demand music industry action on sexual misconduct, naming over two dozen artists and executives in a new report.

Mitch McConnell steps down, leaving a power vacuum in the Republican Party. Reactions range from praise to criticism over his legacy.

Sen. Murkowski opposes effort to list Alaska king salmon as endangered. She says it's wrong and threatens state's fisheries.

Former Sen. Heidi Heitkamp accused Rep. Matt Rosendale of impregnating a staffer, leading to legal threats. Rosendale denies it.

U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell introduces HR-308, the Rosa Parks Act, to make Dec. 1 a federal holiday in honor of Parks.

Nancy Pelosi made a big profit from stock options in NVIDIA, sparking concerns about politicians trading individual stocks. #Pelosi #Stocks

Georgia Governor Kemp is demanding answers from the White House regarding the murder of a nursing student at the University of Georgia.

Donald Trump supports IVF in Alabama and warns Republicans not to go too far with abortion restrictions. He also bashes Nikki Haley.

Former Democrat Tulsi Gabbard attacked NATO, but retired Marine Col. Amy McGrath shut her down. Gabbard is a sellout to her country.

Republicans push back on Biden's student loan debt cancelation plan, claiming it's unfair to taxpayers and those who didn't go to college.

NCIS' "The Stories We Leave Behind" said a very fond farewell to Dr. Ducky Mallard and late cast member David McCallum.

White House Advisor to meet House leaders to address national security threat. Intelligence Committee seeks declassification of sensitive Russian capability.

House of Representatives narrowly votes to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, first cabinet member to face impeachment in 150 years.

House impeaches Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas over handling of border crisis, sparking discussion among Daily Wire hosts on Capitol Hill events.

Trump calls for a shakeup at the RNC, pushing for the replacement of current Chair Ronna McDaniel with Michael Whatley.

GOP's Gallagher won't run for a fifth term after refusing to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, angering fellow Republicans.