Senate OKs Homeland Security Funds, But House Pushes Standoff To Brink
Republicans’ homeland security standoff is coming down to the wire.
Senator Inhofe Disproves Climate Change — With A Snowball
Reminder: After the big Republican wins of 2014, Inhofe is now the Chair of the Senate Environment Committee.
McConnell’s Move To Avert Shutdown Cheers Vulnerable Senators Up In 2016
Dodging a damaging shutdown would be a big win for GOP Senators on the ballot in 2016.
Senate Leaders Reach Deal To Avoid Homeland Security Shutdown
The Senate is moving forward on DHS funding — but John Boehner and the House still need to act.
Ted Strickland Announces Senate Run In Ohio
Democrats have a top-tier challenger to Senator Rob Portman.
Senate Democrats Show Limits Of GOP Spending Strategy
Congressional Republicans are coming to understand the flaws in their strategy.
Republican Senators Pushing To Stop Filibusters, House Member Says
Unable to pass an immigration bill, Republicans are pondering a nuclear option.
Senate Confirms Ashton Carter As New Defense Secretary
President Obama’s fourth secretary of defense will be sworn in next week.
In California, A ‘Golden’ Political Opportunity Carries Risks
At least four House members are considering jumping into the Senate race.
Republicans Fear 2010 Redux In Nevada Senate Race
Nevada Republicans are already worried about recruiting the next Sharron Angle.
How Republicans Could Risk A Senate Seat To Win The White House
The GOP’s next vice-presidential pick could swing control of the U.S. Senate.
Republicans Challenging Obama On Immigration Fail In Third Try
Senate Republicans aren’t getting anywhere with their effort to fight President Obama on immigration.
Democrats Block DHS Bill Over Immigration Provisions
Republicans are struggling to find a way forward on immigration.
In New Role, Sen. Patty Murray Is Eager To Push Obama’s Spending Plans
This former preschool teacher may be the strongest advocate for President Obama’s new budget.
Cuba Hearings To Begin Tuesday On Capitol Hill
Senate Republicans are preparing to challenge President Obama’s Cuba policy.
Senate Turns To Immigration Amid Return Of Shutdown Rhetoric
The Senate battle over immigration is about to get ugly.
Why Obama’s Budget Matters
With Republicans controlling Congress, President Obama’s role is more important than ever.
Senator Presses NFL On Domestic Violence Ahead Of Super Bowl
Sen. Richard Blumenthal is skeptical of the NFL’s efforts to fight domestic violence.
Senate Approves Keystone XL Pipeline Bill Despite Veto Threat
After three weeks and nearly 50 amendment votes, the Senate has passed a Keystone XL bill.
Lift The Blockade On Confirming U.S. Judges
How to fix the filibuster once and for all.
GOP Senators Seek To Put Focus Back On VA Scandal
A group of Republican senators is trying to bring the VA scandal back to the spotlight.
Senate Debates 18 Amendments To Keystone Pipeline Bill
Congressional Republicans don’t intend to let reality stop their Keystone XL push.
Senate Democrats Press Immigration Funds Without Blocking Obama
Senate Democrats are ready for a fight over funding the Homeland Security Department.
Justice Nominee Loretta Lynch Tells Senate Committee: I Am Not Eric Holder
Loretta Lynch is holding her own before the Senate Judiciary Committee.