Tag: us_senate

• Media Monitor: Newsweek Reports on Lindsey Graham's Death, McConnell's Health, and Senate Seat Implications

  13 Jul 2026 9:07 a.m. · Source: Newsweek

  Newsweek is reporting on the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, the health status of Sen. Mitch McConnell, and the political implications for Graham's South Carolina Senate seat, marking the end of a political era.

  Politics and GovernmentWorldGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentRepublican PartyDemocratic PartyElection Lindsey GrahamMitch McConnellUS SenateSouth CarolinaUkraineNeoconservatismUS PoliticsNewsweek

• Media Monitor: Trump administration subpoenas New York Times reporters; Sen. Lindsey Graham dies; Sen. Mitch McConnell updates health

  13 Jul 2026 7:30 a.m. · Source: Poynter

  Poynter reports the Trump administration subpoenaed New York Times reporters over an Air Force One story, Sen. Lindsey Graham died, and Sen. Mitch McConnell provided a health update.

  Politics and GovernmentMediaHealthGeneral PoliticsWhite HouseRepublican PartyCongressLegalMedical Science Donald TrumpNew York TimesLindsey GrahamMitch McConnellPress FreedomSubpoenasUS SenatePoynter.org

• Media Monitor: US Senator Lindsey Graham Dies at 71

  12 Jul 2026 1:12 p.m. · Source: France 24

  France 24 is reporting that prominent US Senator Lindsey Graham, a Republican and close ally of President Donald Trump, has died at age 71 after a brief illness.

  Politics and GovernmentWorldConflictGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyCongressMiddle EastEuropeElection Lindsey GrahamUS SenateDonald TrumpSouth CarolinaForeign PolicyUkraineFrance 24

• Gov. Beshear Seeks Health Update on Sen. McConnell Amid Growing Concerns

  8 Jul 2026 9:02 a.m. · Source: Kentucky Governor's Office

  Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has formally requested an update on Senator Mitch McConnell's health, citing growing public concern and a need for transparency after recent hospitalization and limited information.

  Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsFederal Government Andy BeshearMitch McConnellKentuckyHealth UpdateUS SenatePublic OfficialsTransparencyKentucky Governor's Office

• Media Monitor: Senate Approves $70 Billion for ICE, Border Patrol

  5 Jun 2026 5:37 a.m. · Source: USA TODAY

  USA TODAY reports the U.S. Senate has backed a $70 billion funding measure for ICE and Border Patrol, which will now move to the House for final approval.

  Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressLaw Enforcement US SenateICEBorder PatrolFundingLegislationHouse of RepresentativesGovernmentUSA TODAY

• Six States Prepare for Pivotal May 19 Primary Elections Amidst Intense Political Climate

  18 May 2026 2:04 p.m. · Source: USA TODAY

  Six states will hold primary elections on May 19, 2026, for key federal and state offices. These races are crucial for the 2026 midterms, with Republicans defending majorities and President Trump influencing candidate selections.

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• Florence Kling Harding: First Lady, Businesswoman, and Advocate

  15 Aug 2025 8:04 a.m. · Source: U.S. Library of Congress

  Florence Kling Harding, First Lady to President Warren G. Harding, was a businesswoman and advocate for veterans. She managed the Marion Daily Star and championed women's suffrage.

  Politics and GovernmentHistoryReligionMediaEurope Florence Kling HardingWarren G. HardingFirst LadyWoman SuffrageMarion Daily StarWalter Reed Army HospitalUS SenateU.S. Library of Congress

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