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Florida Democrat's Progressive Gamble Tests Red State Math
Politics & Policy3d ago
Florida Democrat's Progressive Gamble Tests Red State Math
Angie Nixon, the Democratic Senate nominee, is running hard left on Medicare for all and wealth taxes in a state where Republicans outnumber Democrats by 1.5 million.
Fetterman's RNC Video Starts Democratic Backlash, Fuels GOP Recruitment Push
Politics & Policy22d ago
Fetterman's RNC Video Starts Democratic Backlash, Fuels GOP Recruitment Push
Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman's video address to the Republican National Committee drew swift condemnation from Democratic colleagues and raised questions about his party loyalty.
Republicans Hold 52% Edge in 2026 Senate Fight, Kalshi Markets Show
Politics & Policy31d ago
Republicans Hold 52% Edge in 2026 Senate Fight, Kalshi Markets Show
Prediction market data gives Republicans a narrow advantage in defending their Senate majority, with the chamber remaining highly competitive heading into the fall campaign.
Collins Breaks With Trump on Canada Tariffs, Warns of Maine Damage
Politics & Policy33d ago
Collins Breaks With Trump on Canada Tariffs, Warns of Maine Damage
The Maine Republican, facing reelection in a toss-up race, is urging the administration to negotiate before retaliatory tariffs take effect Sept. 8
Graham Wins SC Senate Runoff, Halting Trump's Losing Streak
Politics & Policy38d ago
Graham Wins SC Senate Runoff, Halting Trump's Losing Streak
The appointed incumbent defeated five-term Rep. Ralph Norman in the GOP primary, securing the nomination for the seat her late brother Lindsey Graham held.
Vance Praises Collins in Maine as She Stays Away
Politics & Policy40d ago
Vance Praises Collins in Maine as She Stays Away
The vice president called Collins his 'dear friend' at a Brewer stop, but the senator skipped the event and has opposed two Trump policies.
Senate Democrats Break With Schumer as Primary Winners Demand New Leadership
Politics & Policy46d ago
Senate Democrats Break With Schumer as Primary Winners Demand New Leadership
Progressive nominees who won Democratic Senate primaries in Illinois, Maine, Michigan and Minnesota are refusing to back Schumer for another term as minority leader.
Beshear Says McConnell Has Returned No Calls, Puts Thune on Notice
Politics & Policy48d ago
Beshear Says McConnell Has Returned No Calls, Puts Thune on Notice
Six weeks after writing to the 84-year-old senator, Kentucky's governor says he has received no response and is now demanding answers from Senate Majority Leader John Thune.
Senate Democrats Set for Leadership Shake-Up on Judiciary, Foreign Relations
Politics & Policy49d ago
Senate Democrats Set for Leadership Shake-Up on Judiciary, Foreign Relations
Two of Congress's most powerful committees face new ranking members in 2027, as Democrats promise sharper opposition to Trump's foreign policy and law enforcement agenda.
Maine Senate Race Shaken as Jackson Faces 1988 Assault Report
Politics & Policy51d ago
Maine Senate Race Shaken as Jackson Faces 1988 Assault Report
Democratic U.S. Senate nominee Troy Jackson acknowledges punching a man in 1988 but denies a police report's claim that he pushed his longtime partner in the same incident
Senate Delays August Recess as GOP Infighting Stalls Funding Bill, Key Votes
Politics & Policy57d ago
Senate Delays August Recess as GOP Infighting Stalls Funding Bill, Key Votes
Republican divisions are blocking action on a government funding bill, Russia sanctions, Trump's election legislation and a string of nominations.
Bitcoin Surges Past $78,700 as Senate Clears Clarity Act, S&P 500 Hits Record High
Digital Assets154d ago
Bitcoin Surges Past $78,700 as Senate Clears Clarity Act, S&P 500 Hits Record High
Digital assets gain momentum following significant legislative progress in the U.S. Senate and a new all-time high for the S&P 500, signaling robust investor confidence across traditional and crypto markets.