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Blanche Makes Opening Statement During Senate Budget Hearing
The remarks come as Congress continues debate over federal spending priorities and the debt ceiling.
Unearthed Posts Show Democratic Senate Hopeful Praising Vulgar Graffiti, Making Crude Comments
Graham Platner previously called the posts 's***posting' and said they were jokes; Republicans say a years-long pattern of vulgar commentary raises character concerns.
Alabama Republicans to Choose Senate Nominee as Voting Maps Remain in Flux
President Trump has endorsed Rep. Barry Moore in the crowded seven-person Republican primary to succeed Sen. Tommy Tuberville, who is running for governor.
Polls Show Cooper With Strong Lead Over Whatley for NC Senate Seat
The Democrat holds an 11-point advantage in one survey and a 7-point edge in another, though outside money is pouring into the race.
Coons Throws Support Behind Stevens in Michigan Senate Democratic Primary
The Delaware senator becomes the latest high-profile Democrat to back Stevens, joining a crowded field of three candidates vying for Gary Peters' seat.
Prediction Market 'Watchdog' Launches Six-Figure Ad Campaign Ahead of Senate Hearing
FairPredicts, a non-partisan nonprofit, is spending on digital and billboard ads in Washington while the industry faces bipartisan scrutiny over insider trading concerns.
Three Bipartisan Bills Aim to Support Military Caregivers as Advocates Push for Congressional Action
An estimated 14.3 million Americans provide unpaid care to veterans, with caregivers losing over $13,000 annually and 35 percent of their households living below the poverty line.
White House Says China Will Purchase at Least $17B in US Agricultural Products Annually
The commitment comes after President Trump's recent diplomatic trip to Beijing and represents a significant increase from previous purchase levels.
Van Hollen Says He Is Unsure Patel Will Take Alcohol Use Test After Heated Hearing
The Maryland Democrat disclosed his own test results publicly and challenged the FBI director to do the same, but said he doubts Patel will be truthful about the outcome.
Louisiana GOP Senate Race Advances to Runoff, Incumbent Cassidy Eliminated
NBC News projects that Senator Bill Cassidy did not advance past the primary, setting up a runoff between two other Republicans.