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Senators challenge Hegseth on civilian deaths in Yemen strikes
Democrats have demanded that the Trump administration account for rising loss of life from its intensified campaign against ...
US Sen. Tommy Tuberville preparing to announce run for Alabama Governor
United States Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) told supporters at a private gathering Wednesday night he is prepared to ...
Texas Senate hears bill to ban undocumented students from in-state tuition rates, aid
Texas lawmakers are weighing a bill to bar students without legal status from in-state tuition, financial aid — potentially ...
Citing financial uncertainty, 12 Democratic states sue Trump over international tariffs
President Trump argues his tough tariff approach is forcing countries to renegotiate their trade deals with the United States ...
In His Springfield Backyard, Dick Durbin Reflects on His Decision Not to Run for Another Senate Term
Standing on his backyard deck Thursday – the same place where he declared his 1996 candidacy for U.S. Senate – Illinois’ ...
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Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton becomes first major Democrat to launch Senate bid to replace Durbin
Stratton’s announcement in an early morning video comes just a day after Sen. Dick Durbin announced he’s stepping down from ...
Illinois’ Durbin to leave post as senator
Sen. Dick Durbin of Illinois said Wednesday he will not seek reelection in 2026, ending his more than four-decade career ...
House Republican enters race for Mitch McConnell's Senate seat, setting up high-stakes GOP primary
Rep. Andy Barr is jumping into the race to replace retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell in the November 2026 elections.