Tag: senate
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Media Monitor: Texas Voters Participate in Republican Senate Runoff
USA TODAY reports Texas voters are casting ballots in the closely watched Cornyn vs. Paxton Republican Senate runoff and other key races across the state.
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Senate Resolution Targets Education Department Loan Rule
A joint resolution, S.J.Res.182, was introduced in the Senate on May 20, 2026, seeking to disapprove a Department of Education rule concerning the William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program.
Politics and GovernmentEducationFederal GovernmentCongressLegal SenateS.J.Res.182Department of EducationWilliam D. Ford Federal Direct Loan ProgramDirect Loan ProgramCongressional DisapprovalLegislationU.S. Library of Congress
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Media Monitor: Senate Advances Iran War Powers Resolution
The Washington Post is reporting that the Senate advanced a war powers resolution concerning Iran, with bipartisan support, though its path to force President Trump to end the conflict remains unclear.
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Congress.gov Updates on Key House and Senate Bills
Congress.gov provides updates on significant House and Senate bills, including legislation on local banking, a 9/11 commemorative coin, Fisher House availability, and Veterans Affairs medical facility authorization.
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Senate Commemorates Columbine Day of Service Anniversary
The Senate passed S.Res.680, marking the 10th anniversary of the Columbine Day of Service. The resolution honors victims, survivors, and their families, recognizing the enduring impact of the tragedy and community resilience.
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Senate Bill Proposes Higher Retirement Age for Capitol Police
A new Senate bill, S.4530, seeks to amend federal code to allow an increase in the retirement age for members of the U.S. Capitol Police, impacting chapters 83 and 84 of title 5.
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Senate Moves to Block CFPB Rule Withdrawals, Urges President to Address Detainees in China
The U.S. Senate has introduced multiple joint resolutions to prevent the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection from withdrawing key consumer protection rules, while also urging President Trump to prioritize the release of detainees in China.
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Senate Moves to Block CFPB Actions on Key Consumer Protections
The Senate is considering nine joint resolutions to disapprove Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection rules, aiming to preserve existing consumer safeguards on overdrafts, credit reporting, and debt collection.
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Senate Moves to Challenge BCFP Rule Withdrawals on Servicemembers and Medical Debt
The Senate is reviewing two joint resolutions to disapprove BCFP rule withdrawals. S.J.Res.132 concerns servicemember financial risks, while S.J.Res.141 addresses medical debt collection, aiming to restore consumer protections.
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Senate Advances Measure to Withhold Pay During Government Shutdowns
The Senate overwhelmingly voted to advance a resolution by Sen. John Kennedy to temporarily withhold senators' pay during future government shutdowns. This bipartisan effort aims to address public frustration over Washington gridlock and promote shared sacrifice.
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Media Monitor: Senate Confirms New Fed Chair Amid Inflation Concerns
The Washington Post is reporting that the Senate confirmed Kevin Warsh as the new Federal Reserve chair, who faces the challenge of inflation making presidential demands for interest rate cuts difficult.
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Media Monitor: Senate Confirms Kevin Warsh as New Federal Reserve Chair
USA Today is reporting the Senate confirmed Kevin Warsh as the new Federal Reserve chair on May 13. His first challenge involves rising inflation amid the Iran war.
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Media Monitor: Senate Rejects Bill to Halt Iran War
The Washington Post reports the Senate rejected a bill to halt the Iran war, marking the first such vote since the Trump administration's deadline to seek congressional approval for the military campaign passed.
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Media Monitor: Sen. Susan Collins reveals essential tremor diagnosis
TIME is reporting that Sen. Susan Collins, a Maine Republican, has revealed her diagnosis of essential tremor, a condition she has had throughout her nearly 30-year Senate career.
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Iran Seeks to Inflict Pain on US Before Ceasefire Talks, Experts Say
Experts believe Iran aims to cause significant political and economic damage to the U.S. and Israel before negotiating a ceasefire, as regional conflict escalates and domestic concerns rise.
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Media Monitor: USA Today reports intraparty fighting among Democrats
USA Today reports that some Senate Democrats are facing backlash for supporting a deal to reopen the government without guaranteed health care subsidies.
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Media Monitor: Texas Senate Passes Trump-Backed Election Map
The Washington Post reports that the Texas Senate passed a Trump-backed election map. The map aims to help the GOP hold its narrow U.S. House majority by creating five new districts in areas Trump won by double digits in 2024.
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Senate Rejects Ban on State AI Regulation Amid Bipartisan Opposition
In a striking display of unity, the U.S. Senate voted 99-1 to reject a proposed moratorium on state-level AI legislation, amid concerns about unchecked power for Big Tech and the need for local protections.
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Media Monitor: Sen. Tillis to Forgo Re-election Bid
TIME reports that Sen. Thom Tillis of North Carolina will not seek re-election after his term ends in 2027, opening the door for a Republican primary.
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Media Monitor: CBC News Reports on Youth Unemployment, Senate Trip, L.A. Protests
CBC News reports on high youth unemployment in Canada, a controversial Senate trip to Alberta, and ongoing protests in Los Angeles over immigration policies.
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Media Monitor: Kemp won't run for Senate, Carney to meet Trump, and more
The Washington Post reports Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp will not run for Senate, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will meet with President Trump, and Angus King III is running for Maine governor.
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Dick Durbin Announces Retirement, Setting Off Leadership Scramble
Longtime Illinois Senator Dick Durbin announces his retirement, sparking a succession battle for his powerful leadership spot and a likely crowded primary in Illinois.
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