Tag: u_s_senate

• Media Monitor: MIT Technology Review Reports Senate Set to Vote on Sweeping Permitting Reform Bill

  5 Nov 2026 5:00 a.m. · Source: MIT Technology Review

  MIT Technology Review reports the Senate votes Nov. 9 on the 417-page BAAJA permitting reform bill, which backers say could speed energy projects but critics warn may boost fossil fuel emissions.

  Politics and GovernmentEnergyEnvironmentClimate ChangeCongressFederal GovernmentEconomy Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Actpermitting reformU.S. Senateenergy infrastructuregreenhouse gas emissionsnatural gasDonald TrumpMIT Technology ReviewMITsciencetechnology

• Democrats Win House and Senate in Midterm Wave, Notching Historic Firsts

  7 Nov 2026 9:08 a.m.

  Democrats took both chambers for the last two years of Trump's presidency, flipped Senate seats in Texas, Kansas, South Carolina and Maine, and elected the first Muslim senator and the first Black woman governor.

  Politics and GovernmentMediaHealthElectionCongressWhite HouseDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyFederal GovernmentScience & TechnologyEntertainmentArtificial IntelligenceState GovernmentsMedical ScienceFilm and TVAsia TIME magazinemidterm electionsDonald TrumpU.S. CongressSenate2026 midterm electionsTexasJames TalaricoPope Leo XIVHakeem JeffriesU.S. SenateNPR PoliticsDemocratsU.S. Senate racesgovernor's racesSenate controlAnnie AndrewsAdam HamiltonAdam SmithGodzilla Minus Zero

• Democrats Win Control of Congress in Historic Midterm Wave

  8 Nov 2026 1:35 p.m.

  Democrats took the House and Senate in the biggest Republican loss in half a century, with Senate results in Alaska and Mississippi still pending and the party's majority possibly reaching 54 to 56 seats.

  Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyHealthEnvironmentClimate ChangeElectionArtificial IntelligenceDemocratic PartyEuropeSportWeatherEntertainmentGeneral WeatherCongressFederal GovernmentMusicBusinessWorldWhite HouseEconomyEmployment and LaborMediaUSARepublican PartyMedia CrisisComputers and InternetRussiaGeneral PoliticsMiddle EastEnergyAstronomy and SpaceMilitaryMedia BiasIranChinaLegalTradeLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsSocial IssuesMedical ScienceCanada COP31Antalyaclimate talksU.S. midterm electionsdata centersArmeniaEbolaDW NewsUSA TODAYNovember weather forecast2026 midtermsJustice Department resignationsLauren BoebertHouston ICE cooperationLIV GolfUSA TODAY Daily BriefingDonald Trumpmidterm electionsjobs reportmanufacturingMelania TrumpRussia-Ukraine ceasefireThe White HousePoynterTexasJames Talaricopress freedomPoynter.orgAI regulationUS midterm electionsfrontier AI modelsCasey NewtonThe PlatformerVladimir PutinJD VancePope LeoNewsweekThe 1600Mississippi Senate raceScott ColomCindy Hyde-SmithKen PaxtonDavid HoltMIT Technology ReviewTexas midterm electionsenergy policyBipartisan American Affordability and Jobs ActElon MuskMITsciencetechnologyIran warNew York Timeselection night television ratingscost of livingCristiano RonaldoMike JohnsonU.S. Senatedocument organizingNPR Breaking NewsNPRPete Hegsethnuclear weaponsU.S.-China relationsAIPACDemocratic Socialists of AmericaSamuel AlitoClarence ThomasSupreme CourtUSA TODAY On PoliticsAbdul El-SayedMichigan Senate raceTroy JacksonSusan CollinsGaza warDemocratsUS CongressUS tariffsGermany trade relationsRussia ice hockeyFrance 24cyberattackChuck SchumerSteve ScaliseU.S. Congressclimate and energy policyGina HinojosaElections 2026Fox NewsU.S. House of RepresentativesThe Washington PostAl JazeeraJon OssoffRon DeSantis2026 midterm electionsHakeem JeffriesgerrymanderingUnited States CongressLos Angeles TimesL.A. Times Politicstelevision news coverageKeisha Lance Bottomsseasonal affective disorderCanada submarine purchaseMark CarneyCanadian federal budgetCBC PoliticsCBC Morning BriefSherrod BrownUnited States Senateclimate policyAndy BeshearUkraine warPolandFrance dermatologyUS SenateUS House of RepresentativesAnnie AndrewsSouth Carolina Senate raceRoy CooperHouse control projectionSenate controlHouse of RepresentativesNorth Carolina Senate raceAssociated Press race calls

• News Outlets Forecast Strong Democratic Night as Voters Head to Polls in Midterms

  3 Nov 2026 9:03 a.m.

  Newsweek says Senate control will likely be known by 11 p.m. ET unless the outcome runs through Maine or Alaska, both of which use ranked-choice voting.

  Politics and GovernmentElectionDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyCongressState GovernmentsMediaUSAFilm and TV Election DayNewsweekU.S. SenateU.S. HouseDonald TrumpCarlo VersanoMichiganPoynter2026 midterm electionspolitical pollingAssociated PressHaley StevensMichael WilbonMilton ColemanPoynter.org

• Lamont and Bysiewicz Offer Prayers, Wishes for Speedy Recovery After Senator Murphy's Hospitalization

  1 Nov 2026 1:16 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

  Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont and Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz released statements on the hospitalization of U.S. Senator Chris Murphy, praising his advocacy for democracy and wishing him a speedy recovery.

  Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAState GovernmentsElectionGeneral Politics Chris MurphyNed LamontSusan BysiewiczConnecticuthospitalizationU.S. SenateConnecticut Governors Office

• Media Monitor: USA TODAY Previews Midterms, Answers Reader Election Questions

  29 Oct 2026 6:56 a.m. · Source: USA TODAY Daily Briefing

  USA TODAY's Daily Briefing devotes its Thursday edition to the Nov. 3 midterms, covering key races, polling, Senate odds and reader questions on troops at polls and PAC money.

  Politics and GovernmentUSAElectionCongressDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyWhite House midterm electionsDonald TrumpU.S. SenateU.S. HousepollingPACMilwaukee BrewersUSA TODAY Daily Briefing

• Media Monitor: Washington Post Highlights Senate Races, Phone Location Data and Anxiety Tips

  28 Oct 2026 3:00 p.m. · Source: The Washington Post

  The Washington Post reports on seven Senate races that will decide control of the chamber, privacy concerns over phone location data sold to brokers, and a psychologist's tips for stopping anxiety spirals.

  HealthPolitics and GovernmentMediaScience & TechnologyElectionCongressComputers and InternetSocial Issues The Washington PostU.S. Senateelectionsphone location datadata brokersCook Political Reportheadlights

• Media Monitor: L.A. Times Says Democrats Favored to Take House, Senate a Toss-Up

  28 Oct 2026 9:01 a.m. · Source: L.A. Times Politics

  The Los Angeles Times is reporting that Democrats appear poised to win control of the House in next week's midterm elections, while the Senate remains a toss-up.

  Politics and GovernmentElectionCongressDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyState Governments Los Angeles Timesmidterm electionsU.S. HouseU.S. SenateredistrictingMike JohnsonCook Political ReportL.A. Times Politics

• Media Monitor: NPR Outlines Democratic Path Through Red States, DOJ Election Monitoring Plans

  24 Oct 2026 8:01 a.m. · Source: NPR Politics

  NPR Politics reports Democrats must win toss-up Senate races in five states Trump carried by 13 points, while the Justice Department begins notifying counties it wants to monitor on Election Day.

  Politics and GovernmentElectionCongressWhite HouseDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyLaw EnforcementEntertainment NPR PoliticsU.S. Senatemidterm electionsDepartment of JusticeAIPACDonald Trump

• Newsweek: About 53,000 Israelis Abroad Expected to Fly Home for October 27 Election

  23 Oct 2026 5:03 p.m.

  Trump says Elon Musk restored Ukraine's full Starlink access, and Google halted two Finland data center sites after clearing about 1,300 acres of forest before environmental assessments were complete.

  Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyWorldIsraelFranceElectionGeneral PoliticsComputers and InternetEconomyEuropeMiddle EastUSAEnergy Israel electionAID CoalitionIsraelis abroad votingStarlinkUkraineElon MuskMeghan MarkleNewsweekmidterm electionsU.S. SenateU.S. House of RepresentativesTexasGoogledata centersBenjamin NetanyahuMarine Le Pen

• Media Monitor: Cornell Title IX Data, Data Center Backlash and a Retirement Wave

  30 Sep 2026 6:38 a.m. · Source: USA TODAY Daily Briefing

  USA TODAY reports Cornell logged more than 1,200 sexual assault, dating violence and stalking cases from 2018 to 2024, with only seven ending in expulsion or dismissal.

  Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementBusinessScience & TechnologyEducationLegalSocial IssuesCongressRepublican PartyDemocratic PartyArtificial IntelligenceEconomyEmployment and LaborEnergy Cornell UniversityTitle IXsexual assaultdata centersU.S. SenateretirementKennedy CenterUSA TODAY Daily Briefing

• Media Monitor: Washington Post Reports Democrats' Senate Path Eases as White House Expands Pro-Trump Ad Campaign

  28 Sep 2026 2:32 p.m. · Source: The Washington Post

  The Washington Post reports Democrats now have easier paths to flipping the Senate, while the White House expands a taxpayer-paid ad campaign boosting President Trump ahead of the 2026 midterms.

  Politics and GovernmentMediaUSAElectionWhite HouseCongressEconomySocial Issues The Washington PostU.S. Senate2026 midterm electionsDonald TrumpSenate Republicanscost of living

• Media Monitor: Senate Rejects Iran War Powers Measure as GOP Eyes Final Legislative Push Before Midterms

  24 Sep 2026 6:15 p.m. · Source: USA TODAY

  USA TODAY reports the Senate narrowly defeated a war powers resolution on the Iran war, 49-50, while Republicans scramble for last-minute wins and banned outlets return to the White House.

  Politics and GovernmentMediaUSACongressRepublican PartyElectionMedia BiasMilitary Iran war powers resolutionU.S. SenateJohn Thunemidterm electionsWhite House press credentialsSusan Collinscollege athletics billUSA TODAYUSA TODAY On Politics

• Media Monitor: Fed Raises Rates, EU Proposes Canada as Associate Member, Crypto Bill Fails in Senate

  17 Sep 2026 6:49 a.m. · Source: NPR

  NPR reports the Federal Reserve raised interest rates for the first time in over three years, the EU proposed Canada as its first associate member, and a Trump-backed crypto bill failed in the Senate.

  Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyWorldUSASaudi ArabiaCanadaFederal GovernmentEconomyBankingFinancial MarketsAstronomy and SpaceMiddle EastEuropeEnergyLegal Federal Reserveinterest ratesKevin WarshIran warHouthisEuropean UnionMark CarneyClarity ActcryptocurrencyU.S. SenateNPR Breaking NewsNPR

• Media Monitor: Texas Midterm Elections Could Scramble 2028 Presidential Map

  3 Sep 2026 9:00 a.m. · Source: L.A. Times Politics

  The L.A. Times is reporting that Texas is emerging as a surprising battleground in the upcoming midterm elections, with competitive races for governor and U.S. Senate potentially impacting the 2028 presidential landscape.

  Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyState GovernmentsElection TexasCaliforniaMidterm ElectionsU.S. SenateGovernorPolitical CampaignsL.A. Times Politics

• Media Monitor: NPR Reports on Dolly Parton's Passing, South Carolina Senate Race, and Cultural Milestones

  30 Aug 2026 6:36 a.m. · Source: NPR

  NPR is reporting on the passing of music icon Dolly Parton, detailing her immense musical legacy and cultural impact. The outlet also covers Sen. Darline Graham's GOP nomination in South Carolina and new cultural achievements in Utah and California.

  Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyArtificial IntelligenceMusicEducationSocial Issues Dolly PartonSouth CarolinaU.S. SenateDigital HumanitiesUtahUCLANPR Breaking NewsNPR

• Media Monitor: PolitiFact fact-checks Massachusetts Senate primary debate claims

  21 Aug 2026 8:36 a.m. · Source: PolitiFact's Ellen Hine

  PolitiFact is reporting on its fact-check of the final Massachusetts Democratic primary debate between Sen. Ed Markey and U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton, examining claims on tech legislation and war votes.

  Politics and GovernmentMediaScience & TechnologyConflictGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyFederal GovernmentComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceElection Ed MarkeySeth MoultonMassachusettsU.S. SenateDemocratic PrimaryFact-checkingLegislationPolitiFact's Ellen Hine

• Media Monitor: PolitiFact fact-checks Michigan Senate race claim and Trump's inflation remarks

  10 Aug 2026 8:33 a.m. · Source: PolitiFact's Ellen Hine

  PolitiFact reports on Republican Mike Rogers' false claim linking Michigan Senate opponent Abdul El-Sayed to 9/11 comments and President Donald Trump's "Mostly False" statement on falling prices.

  Politics and GovernmentBusinessConflictGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyEconomyElectionMiddle EastSocial Issues Mike RogersAbdul El-SayedMichiganU.S. SenateDonald TrumpInflationFact-checkingPolitiFact's Ellen Hine

• Media Monitor: WSJ Opinion Covers Michigan Primary, Justice Alito, and Marijuana Policy

  9 Aug 2026 5:10 a.m. · Source: Wall Street Journal Opinion

  The Wall Street Journal Opinion section covers Abdul El-Sayed's narrow Michigan primary win, Justice Samuel Alito's interview on partisanship, and the impact of the Trump administration's marijuana reclassification.

  Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessSportGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyFederal GovernmentElectionEconomy Abdul El-SayedMichiganDemocratic PrimaryJustice Samuel AlitoMarijuanaDonald J TrumpU.S. SenateWall Street Journal Opinion

• Senate Resolution Honors 1960 Missouri Tigers Football Team

  6 Aug 2026 7:11 p.m. · Source: U.S. Library of Congress

  The U.S. Senate introduced S.Res.833, recognizing the 1960 University of Missouri Tigers Football Team for their undefeated season, Orange Bowl win, and claim to the National Championship, highlighting their historic legacy.

  Politics and GovernmentSportGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEducation University of Missouri Tigers1960 National ChampionshipOrange BowlSenate ResolutionCollege FootballU.S. SenateSports RecognitionU.S. Library of Congress

• Media Monitor: AIPAC faces Michigan primary loss; Senate logjam continues; Max Miller saga unfolds

  5 Aug 2026 5:08 p.m. · Source: USA TODAY

  USA TODAY reports AIPAC's candidate lost a Michigan primary, while the Senate grapples with legislative delays. The Max Miller domestic violence saga also continues, drawing comments from Sen. Bernie Moreno.

  Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementHealthGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyElectionLegalSocial IssuesMedical Science AIPACMichiganAbdul El-SayedMax MillerU.S. SenateElectionsPolitical ScandalsUSA TODAYUSA TODAY On Politics

• Gov. Pillen Backs Trump's Call for Swift Budget Reconciliation Passage

  29 Jul 2026 11:11 p.m. · Source: Office of Nebraska Governor

  Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen and over 20 Republican governors support President Trump's call for the U.S. Senate to pass a budget reconciliation package before August recess, prioritizing defense, farmer aid, and election reform.

  Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentRepublican PartyEconomyElection Jim PillenDonald TrumpBudget ReconciliationU.S. SenateDefense FundingFarmer AidElection ReformOffice of Nebraska Governor

• Senate Resolution Opposes Pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell

  29 Jul 2026 4:35 p.m. · Source: U.S. Library of Congress

  The U.S. Senate has passed S.Res.608, expressing its opposition to any presidential pardon or clemency for Ghislaine Maxwell. The resolution cites her crimes with Jeffrey Epstein involving the sexual exploitation and abuse of minors.

  Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsCongressFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Ghislaine MaxwellJeffrey EpsteinSenate Resolution 608Presidential PardonSexual ExploitationU.S. SenateCrimeU.S. Library of Congress

• Media Monitor: Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment, AG Nominee in Jeopardy, Russia Sanctions Advance

  29 Jul 2026 4:28 p.m. · Source: USA TODAY

  USA TODAY reports Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment during Senate questioning, leading to a contempt threat. The outlet also covers jeopardy for Todd Blanche's attorney general nomination and the Senate's approval of Russia sanctions.

  Politics and GovernmentConflictLaw EnforcementHealthGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressRepublican PartyLegal Anthony FauciRand PaulTodd BlancheRussia sanctionsU.S. SenateDonald J TrumpVolodymyr ZelenskyyUSA TODAYUSA TODAY On Politics

• Senate Commemorates Juneteenth 2026

  27 Jul 2026 9:03 p.m. · Source: U.S. Library of Congress

  The U.S. Senate has passed S.Res.781, designating June 19, 2026, as "Juneteenth National Independence Day." This resolution honors the 1865 date when news of slavery's end reached the Southwestern States.

  Politics and GovernmentCongressFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsSocial Issues U.S. SenateJuneteenth National Independence DayJuneteenthS.Res.781SlaveryHistoryGovernmentU.S. Library of Congress

• Media Monitor: USA TODAY reports on congressional ethics, McConnell's health, and Trump's demands

  27 Jul 2026 3:03 p.m. · Source: USA TODAY

  USA TODAY is reporting on a new push for stricter ethics rules in Congress, Sen. Mitch McConnell's ongoing recovery, and President Donald J Trump's call for the Senate to pass the SAVE America Act before recess.

  Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementHealthGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressRepublican PartyDemocratic PartyLegalElectionSocial Issues Congressional EthicsMitch McConnellDonald TrumpJohn ThuneU.S. SenateSAVE America ActCapitol HillUSA TODAYUSA TODAY On Politics

• Media Monitor: USA TODAY reports on White House-Senate tensions, GOP daylight saving split, and Iran war resolution

  23 Jul 2026 2:46 p.m. · Source: USA TODAY

  USA TODAY reports on White House criticism of Senate Republicans over a voting bill, a GOP split on daylight saving time, and differing approaches to the Iran war resolution, highlighting congressional tensions.

  Politics and GovernmentConflictGeneral PoliticsWhite HouseRepublican PartyCongressMilitary Donald TrumpJohn ThuneU.S. SenateDaylight Saving TimeIran WarVoting RightsUSA TODAYUSA TODAY On Politics

• Media Monitor: California Senator to Address Trump's Conflicts of Interest

  23 Jul 2026 9:00 a.m. · Source: L.A. Times Politics

  L.A. Times Politics reports California Sen. Adam Schiff plans to address President Donald Trump's alleged conflicts of interest and financial dealings, including $2.2 billion in income and a Qatari jet, in a Senate floor speech.

  Politics and GovernmentBusinessMediaLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyFinancial MarketsLegalDigital and Print Publishing Donald TrumpAdam SchiffConflicts of InterestU.S. SenatePresidential EthicsCorporate MergersCaliforniaL.A. Times Politics

• Media Monitor: Democrats Express Concerns Over Troy Jackson's Senate Candidacy in Maine

  23 Jul 2026 9:01 a.m. · Source: Time Magazine

  Time Magazine reports Democrats are worried about Troy Jackson's readiness to challenge Sen. Susan Collins in Maine, citing a recent debate performance and his past record as a concern for the party.

  Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyFederal GovernmentElectionSocial Issues Troy JacksonSusan CollinsMaineU.S. SenateElection 2026Time Magazine

• Senate Moves to Disapprove New Medicare Prior Authorization Rule

  16 Jul 2026 4:05 p.m. · Source: U.S. Library of Congress

  A joint resolution, S.J.Res.198, is under consideration in the U.S. Senate to disapprove a new Medicare rule by CMS. The rule implements prior authorization for select services under the WISeR Model.

  Politics and GovernmentHealthFederal GovernmentCongressGeneral PoliticsMedical Science S.J.Res.198MedicarePrior AuthorizationCMSU.S. SenateHealth PolicyLegislationU.S. Library of Congress

Older articles →

← Back to latest