Senate Dem doubles down on old Alito complaint as SCOTUS nears Trump immunity ruling

Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., is doubling back to year-old accusations about Justice Samuel Alito's ethics amid an ongoing row over flags flown at the jurist's homes.

Former Trump official in crucial battleground Senate race hits back at major endorsement snub

Republican Nevada Senate candidate Jeff Gunter failed to get former President Trump's endorsement in his primary race against former U.S. Army Capt. Sam Brown.

Trump endorsement in battleground state another victory for Senate Republican campaign chair

Former President Trump's endorsement of Sam Brown in battleground Nevada's Republican Senate nomination race is another victory for Senate GOP campaign chair Steve Daines.

Trump announces major endorsement in crucial battleground Senate race

Former President Donald Trump has endorsed Sam Brown in Nevada's Republican Senate primary over his former Iceland ambassador, Jeff Gunter.

Balance of power: Senate Dems mount swing state offense on 'carpetbagger' claims

Democrats have lobbed "carpetbagger" attacks at Republican Senate candidates in swing states as they look to preserve their majority in the upper chamber, despite a difficult election map.

John Fetterman tells Maher that near-death experience ‘freed’ him to speak out, says progressivism 'left me’

During his appearance on "Real Time," Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., spoke about his political evolution and how progressivism left him after the events of Oct. 7.

GOP shores up Michigan effort as Dems lose Senate incumbent advantage

Republicans are investing early in Michigan Senate candidate Mike Rogers in the hope of flipping a formerly blue seat in the 2024 elections.

Schumer justifies congressional invite to Netanyahu amid liberal outrage

Sen. Chuck Schumer offered an explanation for his controversial inclusion on an invitation to Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu to address Congress next month.

Dem in major Senate race accused of 'pandering' to Black voters by supporting reparations

The conservative Win it Back PAC is launching a new as as part of a massive seven-figure buy targeting Democrat Rep. Colin Allred over what it says is his support for reparations.

Netanyahu reportedly set to address Congress on July 24

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to address a joint meeting of the U.S. Congress on July 24, according to two sources familiar with the matter.

Biden is losing Africa and here’s why that should scare us

Biden's diplomatic efforts in Africa are disastrous. China has boosted trade with the continent while US trade declines. And in March, the US was kicked out of Niger.

Showdown in New Mexico Senate battle as Domenici, Heinrich, win primaries

Nella Domenici, the daughter of the late Sen. Pete Domenici, the last Republican to win a Senate election in New Mexico, wins the GOP primary and will face off against Democratic Sen. Martin Heinrich

Trump-endorsed Navy SEAL Tim Sheehy wins Republican nomination in Montana Senate race to unseat Jon Tester

Navy SEAL Tim Sheehy won the Republican primary nomination in the heated red state contest to unseat Montana Democratic Sen. Jon Tester.

Three-term Sen. Jon Tester wins Montana Democrat primary in crucial race that could determine Senate control

Sen. Jon Tester won the Democratic primary for the Montana Senate race, advancing to defend his vulnerable Senate seat on the general election ballot.

FBI director says US needs ‘a whole lot more from Mexico’ to take on cartels and stop flow of precursors

FBI Director Christopher Wray told lawmakers on Tuesday that the U.S. needs to see a whole lot more from Mexico in terms of stopping the cartels and the flow of migrants to the U.S.

Trump-backed candidate defeated in Republican Senate primary in New Jersey

In a rare setback for Donald Trump, the candidate the former president endorsed in New Jersey's Republican Senate primary was defeated in the race to succeed embattled Democratic Sen. Bob Menendez.

Underdog candidate Andy Kim wins NJ Senate primary, setting up battle against Bob Menendez

Rep. Andy Kim defeated his rivals in the state's Democratic primary Tuesday night and will face off against Sen. Bob Menendez in November.

FBI director warns of jihadist attack in US, similar to Russian concert hall: 'Heightened terrorist threat'

FBI Director Christopher Wray made his plea for FY25 funding while also warning of increased threats of a jihadist attack on U.S. soil like the one at a Russian concert hall.

Trump, Biden face tests in final 2024 presidential primaries

After more than 100 primaries and caucuses, the 2024 presidential nominating season comes to a close this month. Even though they've clinched, both Biden and Trump face tests in the final contests

Embattled Sen. Bob Menendez files to run for reelection as Independent candidate

Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey filed a petition with nearly 2,500 signatures to run as an Independent in his quest for reelection to the U.S. Senate.

Balance of Power: Messy GOP primaries could boost Democrats in swing state races

Despite Republicans' best efforts, Nevada and Michigan Republicans are competing in crowded and messy primaries ahead of the November elections.

Bernie Sanders blasts Netanyahu invite to Congress, refuses to attend speech by 'war criminal'

Sen. Bernie Sanders said he won't attend the joint remarks to Congress by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Romney scorches Bragg's 'political decision' in Trump case: 'Malpractice'

Mitt Romney was one of the last Republicans to respond to Trump's guilty verdict on Saturday, calling it "political malpractice."

Americans stand with Israel and we need to prove it to the world

The reaction to the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel was horrific. The International Criminal Court and some foreign nations are actually rewarding terrorism. We need to stop it.

USA Today quietly deleting Sen. John Kennedy's op-ed is latest of bizarre editorial moves by newspaper giant

The editorial pages of the USA Today Network has a history of unethical decisions from quietly deleting Sen. John Kennedy's op-ed to allowing Stacey Abrams to retroactively edit hers.

Spain's Parliament votes to grant amnesty to Catalan separatists through controversial bill

Spain's Parliament has voted to pass a contentious amnesty law aimed at pardoning Catalan separatists involved in the failed 2017 secession attempt, officials say.

Joe Manchin faces pressure for 11th-hour run to secure critical seat for Democrats

Outgoing West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin, a Democrat, has been reportedly pressured by numerous people to make a last-minute run for governor.

Biden admin questioned over abortion pill push without proper environmental study

Sen. Marco Rubio is looking for answers regarding the environmental impact of the abortion pill and why it has not been studied more extensively.

Top adviser to Dem Senate candidate posted photo with religious leader who compared Jews to termites

A top adviser to a House Democrat running for Senate in Michigan once posted on social media about supporting an event featuring Farrakhan and the Nation of Islam.

Taiwan's legislature passes controversial 'pro-China' measures, reducing president's power

Taiwan's legislature, controlled by the opposition Nationalist Party, passed changes that increase the legislature's power over budgets, including defense spending.

American energy is essential to global security, but Biden undermines us at every turn

The world is on edge from Ukraine to the Mideast to Taiwan. But Biden is undermining American national security by restricting exports of energy, especially Liquid Natural Gas.

Senator blasts federal parks officials for reportedly barring American flags in beloved national park

Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, sent a letter to leaders of the National Park Service demanding answers on why an American flag was banned from Denali National Park.

Balance of power: Filibuster fate could come down to 2024 Senate elections

The Senate Democrats may have enough votes to alter the filibuster if they hold onto the majority after the November elections.

PA GOP Senate candidate McCormick completes 67-county tour, trades lying accusations with Casey

U.S. Senate candidate Dave McCormick completed a 67-county tour of Pennsylvania, questioning his opponent Sen. Bob Casey's claim of annual county visits.

Senate Republicans renew call for Democrats to consider Laken Riley Act after bill blocked again

Senate Republicans renewed their call for Democrats to take up the Laken Riley Act in a letter to Senate Judiciary Committee chair Dick Durbin, D-Ill., who blocked consideration of the bill this week.

USA Today newspapers quietly delete GOP senator's op-ed on trans athletes without telling him

Several Louisiana-based newspapers within the USA Today Network removed a published op-ed about transgender athletes written by Sen. John Kennedy, R-La.

Maryland Democratic Senate candidate says there should be no limit on abortion

Maryland Democratic Senate candidate Ashely Alsobrooks told reporters there is no limit on abortion that she supports at any point during pregnancy.

I was an Iranian political prisoner. I know how horrible it was that Biden honored the ‘Butcher of Tehran’

It's hard for Biden and the UN to sink lower in their dealings with Iran, but they did. They held a moment of silence for the ‘Butcher of Tehran.’ I know how bad he was, but I survived.

Rubio demands Columbia president refund students after takeover by ‘lawless, pro-Hamas rioters’

Sen. Marco Rubio urged Columbia University's president to refund students that were affected by the interruption to their education caused by the anti-Israel encampment that the administration allowed to escalate.

Biden admin slammed for 'doubling down' on alleged Gaza refugee plans

A Republican senator shared her dissatisfaction with the Biden administration's response to concerns of dozens of lawmakers regarding potential refugees from Gaza.

Schumer-backed border bill fails a second time with even less Dem support

Senators rejected a border bill backed by Schumer and some Democrats that Republicans claimed would be "worse than doing nothing."

Rand Paul endorses GOP Utah Senate candidate to replace Romney, says he's the 'type of Republican' needed

A Utah Senate candidate who vowed to fight against the establishment has received support from Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., in his bid to replace Mitt Romney in the upper chamber.

Biden border chief must answer after Jordanian nationals nearly breach Quantico: senators

A group of Republican senators questioned Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro's claims to lawmakers that the U.S. border is secure after an attempted breach of Quantico.

Visa bans for ICC officials urged by bipartisan senators after Israel arrest warrant requests

A bipartisan group of senators is looking to have the upper chamber officially reject the International Criminal Court's decision to seek warrants for Israeli officials.

AOC demands Senate Democrats investigate reports of Jan. 6 flags flown at Supreme Court Justice Alito's home

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez called on Senate Democrats to investigate reports of flags linked to the Jan. 6 riot at Justice Samuel Alito's homes.

Biden outpaces Trump with 200 confirmed judges, cementing impact on courts

Biden hit a milestone of 200 judges appointed to the federal bench on Wednesday, outpacing Trump's record of judicial appointments at the same point.

Rick Scott jumps into Senate GOP leader race to replace Mitch McConnell

Rick Scott entered the Republican Senate leadership election on Wednesday, setting the stage for a potentially crowded race.

'Worse than doing nothing': GOP rips into Schumer-backed border bill

Republicans blasted Sen. Chuck Schumer and Democrats for pushing a border bill that that they believe is too weak after it failed in February.

Biden border chief Mayorkas in hot seat over Jordanian nationals who tried to breach Quantico

Senate Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Lindsey Graham questioned Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas over the attempted breach of Quantico.

McConnell-aligned group shreds Sen Brown’s ‘handouts for illegal immigrants’ in Ohio spot

A targeted ad in Ohio attacked Brown for his position on illegal immigration ahead of a competitive re-election bid in November.

Schumer plans vote on 'constitutional right to contraception' in bid to protect Senate Democrat majority

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer seeks to put Republicans on record regarding birth control and contraception by fast-tracking a vote next month.

Maryland GOP Senate candidate Larry Hogan lines up with Biden on abortion, would codify Roe

Maryland Republican Senate candidate Larry Hogan says in a new ad he supports laws that would codify Roe v. Wade and protect abortion rights for women at the federal level.

US dental care crisis: It should not be a luxury to keep your teeth in your mouth

Today in America, nearly 70 million adults and nearly 8 million children have no dental insurance. Many who do have insurance find it to be totally inadequate.

WATCH: Hearing goes off the rails as Ted Cruz accuses Biden official of funding Hamas attack on Israel

Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Texas Sen. Ted Cruz clashed in a heated Senate hearing, with Cruz accusing the Biden administration of funding the Oct. 7 attack on Israel.

Anti-Israel agitators interrupt Blinken Senate testimony, hauled out by Capitol police

Anti-Israel protesters interrupting a Senate hearing with Secretary of State Antony Blinken were shouting that Blinken is a "war criminal" guilty of "genocide."

Unused COVID-19 funds would build border wall under new Senate bill

Sen. John Barrasso introduced a measure to pay for the completion of the southern border wall with unspent COVID-19 relief money.

Biden admin skewered by GOP for rule designed to ‘intentionally harm’ gun industry

Sen. Tim Scott led more than 20 Republicans in asking the Biden administration to withdraw a rule they claimed is designed to "intentionally harm" the firearms industry.

West Virginia's Manchin addresses report he's being recruited to run for governor

West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin, a Democrat who is not running for reelection, addressed rumors that he might run for governor in 2024 as an independent.

Statuesque Rev. Graham tribute comes to the Capitol, but shies away from the limelight

While conservative lawmakers hoped a new statue of the Rev. Billy Graham would be placed in one of the Capitol's main corridors, planners had other ideas.

Sen. Joe Manchin tells GOP colleagues: 'When you get a chance to secure the border, take it'

Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., on Monday encouraged his Republican colleagues to back a second attempt at passing a border bill, following failed efforts in February.

Progressive senator backs potential ICC arrest warrant for Netanyahu: 'Unprecedented war'

Vermont Sen. Bernie Sanders supports ICC's move for arrest warrants against Netanyahu, Gallant and Hamas leaders, arguing for global adherence to international law.

Republicans unite to block White House and Schumer backed 'fake border bill'

Republicans in both chambers of Congress are warning that they won't support Chuck Schumer's second attempt to bring back a Democrat-backed border bill.

Netanyahu arrest warrant called 'gift to terrorists' as pro-Israel lawmakers vow revenge

Pro-Israel lawmakers on Capitol Hill are furious at the ICC chief prosecutor's decision to seek arrest warrants against top members of the Israeli government.

GOP Senate candidate in crucial state rips Schumer's immigration push after border trip: 'Height of cynicism'

Pennsylvania's Republican Senate nominee, Dave McCormick, takes aim at President Biden, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Democratic Sen. Bob Casey over border security.

Dueling IVF bills take center stage as parties butt heads on reproductive tech regulation

Two Republican senators introduced a bill to protect IVF just a few months after an Alabama Supreme Court ruling prompted clinics across the state to stop providing fertility treatments.

Thailand's new Senate selection process unfolds as candidates begin 'complicated' registration

Thailand has officially begun the selection of new set of senators, a process that has become part of the ongoing war between progressives and conservatives.

Schumer says Senate to take up border bill again this week

The Senate will vote this week on a bipartisan border security bill after previous efforts collapsed when Republicans withdrew their support, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said.

Balance of power: Vulnerable Dems look to differentiate themselves from unpopular Biden

Democratic senators are emphasizing their differences with historically unpopular President Biden ahead of the November 2024 elections, when they'll face significant challenges.

Missouri Sen. Josh Hawley defends 'friend' Harrison Butker after 'out of touch' left's 'absurd meltdown'

Senator Josh Hawley defended his "friend" Harrison Butker this week on social media after both media and the NFL condemned the kicker's commencement address.

Minnesota Republican Party issues surprising endorsement of BLM protest leader seeking to oust Dem senator

The Minnesota GOP tossed its support behind Royce White, a former Black Lives Matter protest leader turned GOP Senate candidate, in the race to replace Sen. Amy Klobuchar.

Reporter's Notebook: Washington is no longer the center of politics; it's now New York City

Bob Menendez and former President Trump face criminal charges. While Menendez is accused of using his power for personal gain, Trump is accused of concealing hush money payments.

Sen Durbin demands Justice Alito recuse from Trump cases after flying upside-down US flag

Sen. Dick Durbin called on Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito to recuse himself from cases related to the 2020 election, including the matter of Trump's immunity.

AOC rips Fetterman for comparing House to 'Jerry Springer' show: 'I stand up to bullies'

AOC went after fellow Democrat John Fetterman after he poked fun at an altercation during a House markup that she was involved in.

'Low and vile': Wife of wounded veteran in bitter Senate primary unleashes on GOP opponent's 'disgusting' ads

Amy Brown, the wife of Nevada Senate candidate and former U.S. Army Capt. Sam Brown, is taking aim at her husband's GOP primary opponent for ads she says accentuate his injuries.

Sen Durbin mulls reviving tool that could stymie Trump nominees in another term

Discussions of the revival of blue slips, which allow home state senators to block controversial judicial nominees, could begin as the next presidential election winner remains unpredictable.

Missourians head to Washington to call for a House vote on the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act

Residents of impacted communities are heading to Washington to speak in favor of the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act before it expires this summer.

Senate GOP probes Trump prosecutor Fani Willis' office for alleged 'misuse' of funds

Two Republican lawmakers are opening a second congressional investigation into embattled Georgia prosecutor Fani Willis for alleged misuse of federal grant funding.

Republican Senators blast 'lawless' Biden admin over COVID spending: 'Time to stop'

Senator Eric Schmitt, R-Mo., along with other Republican senators want to cut wasteful government spending left over from the COVID emergency.

NPR chief works to clean up public image with extra editorial review, meeting with GOP senator

NPR's CEO met with a Republican senator the same day NPR rolled out a new editorial layer at the publication after receiving an onslaught of criticism due to alleged bias.

Johnson rebukes Biden, Schumer over blocked Israel aid as House votes to force bomb deliveries

Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., accused President Biden of "using his authority to defend himself politically" rather than defend Israel ahead of a House vote.

Ex-Connecticut budget official for Gov. Lamont arrested on federal charges

Former Connecticut official Konstantinos “Kosta" Diamantis, known for his involvement in school construction grants, has been arrested on federal charges.

Supreme Court rules in favor of CFPB, brainchild of Sen. Elizabeth Warren

In a 7-2 decision, the Supreme Court ruled that the funding mechanism that feeds the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is constitutional.

Republican aiming to flip key Senate seat in dark blue state gets praise from these top Dems

Larry Hogan showcases support from top Democrats in a new ad as the former Republican governor works to flip a Senate seat red in overwhelmingly blue Maryland in a race that may determine the majority

House committee demands Biden agency staff reveal travel history amid electioneering claims

The committees tasked with overseeing small business and the SBA sent a letter demanding travel schedules of agency officials amid allegations relating to voter registration in their official capacities.

Georgia's leader vows to veto 'Russia law' aimed at curbing foreign influence, calling it unacceptable

President Salome Zourabichvili of Georgia has criticized a recently passed media bill as "unacceptable" and pledged to veto it, despite the ruling party's majority.

Politico sparks outrage over framing Larry Hogan as standing in the way of Democrat making 'history'

A Politico headline on the Maryland Senate race that conservatives believed favored Democrat Angela Alsobrooks over Republican Larry Hogan was altered.

Republicans team up to defeat longtime 'restriction' targeting gun owners: 'Violation of the Second Amendment'

Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., and other Republicans are seeking to abolish the taxes levied on firearms regulated under the National Firearms Act (NFA), claiming the taxes are burdensome.

From Capitol Hill to the courtroom: Bob Menendez doesn't want you to be distracted by shiny objects

New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez is on trial after being accused of taking a number of bribes and payments to act as a foreign agent for Qatar and Egypt.

Fox News Poll: Who is leading the presidential race and other frequently asked questions about 2024

Trump is narrowly ahead of Biden in 2024 matchup, a new Fox News survey shows, but he's not outside the margin of error

ACLU backs efforts to sink bill stripping any nonprofit that 'bankrolls terrorists' of tax-exempt status

A new bill that would strip the tax-exempt status of nonprofits found to be materially supporting terrorists is facing lobbying efforts to sink it by groups like the ACLU.

Senators unveil bipartisan push to spend billions on AI research, warn China is 'in a hurry'

A bipartisan group of senators unveiled a new push on Wednesday to spend tens of billions each year on funding non-military AI research.

Dem mocked after failed Senate bid cost him millions

Rep. David Trone was mocked by critics for getting trounced in Maryland's Democrat Senate primary after spending $60 million of his own money on the race.

Game on as Republicans aim to flip heavily blue state Senate seat in push to regain majority

Former two-term Republican Gov. Larry Hogan of Maryland wins the state's 2024 GOP Senate primary. His party aims to flip a longtime Democratic-held seat in the blue state.

GOP senators blast Biden admin moves in Africa as Russia looks to fill vacuum

Senior GOP senators are voicing concern over President Biden's Africa policy. This follows Niger and Chad telling U.S. troops to leave as analysts say the U.S. is losing influence to Russia and China.

Dem newcomer aims for history with primary win over wealthy controversial congressman

Angela Alsobrooks, a newcomer on the national political stage, has won Maryland's Democratic Senate primary and will face former Republican Gov. Larry Hogan in the November general election.

Riley Moore tromps opponents in heated West Virginia Republican House primary

Riley Moore, West Virginia's state treasurer, easily won the heated Republican primary race to represent the state's 2nd Congressional District.

Larry Hogan wins Republican Senate primary in Maryland; GOP aims to flip Democratic-held seat

Former two-term Republican Gov. Larry Hogan of Maryland wins the state's 2024 GOP Senate primary. His party aims to flip a longtime Democratic-held seat in the blue state.

West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice wins Senate GOP primary

West Virginia Governor Jim Justice won the Republican primary for Senate on Tuesday night, beating out House Freedom Caucus member Rep. Alex Mooney.

Dems say Katie Britt's new bill would create 'database of pregnant women'

Democrats say a Republican bill that seeks to provide easily accessible pregnancy and motherhood resources for women would instead create a database to track pregnancies.

Racial slur, alleged threat to 'execute' man: Watch most outrageous moments from this Dem Senate candidate

Rep. David Trone, a Democrat running for Senate in Maryland, has a history of making wacky comments, including using a racial slur and allegedly threatening to "execute" a man.

US v Menendez: Dem senator's corruption trial kicks off with surprising delay

Jury selection has been slow going in New Jersey Democratic Sen. Menendez's federal corruption trial as Monday came and went with no one placed on the panel.

White House walks diplomatic tightrope on Israel amid contradictory messaging: 'You can't have it both ways'

The Biden administration continues to take criticism for its stances on Israel, which some critics have called contradictory.

Contentious primaries in 3 states set up crucial general election matchups in House, Senate - What to know

Contentious primaries Tuesday in Maryland, West Virginia and Nebraska will set up crucial general election showdowns this autumn in the battles for the House and Senate.

Dems plan to revive border bill rejected by Republicans ahead of November election

Chuck Schumer is strongly considering bringing up a negotiated border bill again after it was panned by Republicans in the upper chamber.

Biden facing uphill battle in key battleground states as down-ballot Dems lead: poll

While President Biden is facing trouble in battleground states, Republican hopes of flipping the Senate are facing a major roadblock, a new series of polls have revealed.

Local governments struggle to effectively utilize opioid settlements totaling more than $50B

Many U.S. cities with populations over 10,000 are getting portions of money from opioid settlements, but some local officials are unsure how to utilize the funds.

Democrat Sen. Bob Menendez faces second federal corruption trial with jury selection starting Monday

Jury selection is scheduled to begin Monday in the trial against New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez., on allegations he acted to benefit foreign governments

Israel needs our support. We must demand Biden keep his ‘ironclad’ commitment

I just got back from visiting Israel and our friends there need our support. Biden had said he made an ‘ironclad’ commitment to our ally and we need to make sure he keeps it.

Conservative Senate firebrand is number one target of Dems: 'They're coming after me'

Republican Ted Cruz of Texas, a conservative firebrand in the Senate, is highlighting his bipartisan chops as he runs for re-election.

Israel-Hamas war would 'probably already been over' if Trump were president, Sen. Tom Cotton says

The Republican senator from Arkansas says the Israel-Hamas war "would have never happened" under President Trump during a "Face the Nation" interview Sunday.

Bernie Sanders says Israel shouldn't receive 'another nickel' in US military aid after State Dept. report

Independent Sen. Bernie Sanders, of Vermont, claimed that Israel is becoming a "pariah nation" and had broken international law in its war against Hamas.

Netanyahu’s legacy could be ‘a break’ in relationship between US and Israel, Democratic senator says

Sen. Chris Coons, D-Del., said that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu should be thinking about his legacy after vowing to eliminate Hamas.

Top Senate Democrat joins growing chorus of lawmakers breaking from Biden on Israel

Maryland Democratic Senator Ben Cardin joined a growing chorus of centrist, pro-Israel Democrats who have voiced disagreement with President Biden's decision to withhold aid.