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GOP Sen. Cramer Defends Filibuster After Cornyn Calls for Its End
Two Senate Republicans publicly split on the 60-vote threshold as party debates legislative strategy ahead of key votes.
Minnesota Human Services Officials Skip Fraud Hearing as Walz Promises Reform
State House fraud panel chair calls department's no-show 'unbelievable' after officials walked in to ask for funding at next hearing
Trump-Backed Candidate Wins Spot in Runoff for Greene House Seat
Fuller will face former state Sen. Colton Moore in April 7 runoff, testing whether Trump's endorsement can deliver victory in Georgia's 14th District.
Senate Democrats Threaten War Powers Votes to Force Public Iran Hearings
Six Senate Democrats filed five war powers resolutions demanding public testimony from Secretaries Rubio and Hegseth, warning of daily floor votes to stretch debate.
Trump, Thune Clash on Voter ID Ultimatum as GOP Remains Divided on Path Forward
Trump demands Senate pass voter ID legislation using talking filibuster, but Thune cannot guarantee outcome or party unity on the procedural tactic.
Democrat Roy Cooper Faces Uphill Battle in North Carolina Senate Race Against Trump-Backed Michael Whatley
The former governor must overcome a state history where Democrats consistently win gubernatorial races but have not won a Senate race since 2008.
Primary Voters Prioritize Ideology Over Electability As Parties Receive Low Marks
NBC News poll finds 70% of Republican primary voters and 56% of Democrats prefer candidates who align with their views over those most likely to win in November.
Texas Primaries Raise GOP Alarm About Latino Voters
Early voting data and primary turnout figures in Texas have sparked concerns among Republican strategists about shifting Latino voter engagement in the 2026 midterm elections.
Rep. Al Green Says Crypto Industry Spent $1.5M Against Him in Texas Primary Runoff
The anti-Trump Democrat faces former Harris County Attorney Christian Menefee in a runoff after redistricting pitted two incumbents against each other.
Fact-Checking Claims in Casey Means' Surgeon General Confirmation Hearing
Dr. Means faced scrutiny over vaccines and qualifications during a Feb. 25 Senate committee hearing following a nomination delay.