Senate
The latest on the U.S. Senate. Established by Article One of the United States Constitution, the United States Senate represents the upper chamber of the U.S. Congress. Made up of 100 senators, two elected from each state to a six year term. The vice president of the United States serves as the president of the Senate.
Donald Trump making calls to push Matt Gaetz confirmation through: Report
Some Republicans have hinted that Gaetz could be facing an uphill battle in being confirmed as U.S. attorney general.
Matt Gaetz's chance of getting confirmed, betting odds show
Gaetz resigned from Congress after being nominated as the next U.S. attorney general by President-elect Donald Trump.
What is Federal Vacancies Reform Act? Trump allies eye tool for Gaetz pick
Experts told Newsweek the FVRA could not be used to push through Gaetz's nomination to lead the Justice Department.
Eric Hovde concedes defeat to Tammy Baldwin in Wisconsin senate race
The Republican Hovde declined to request a recount in the close contest.
Who could replace Marco Rubio in the Senate? Ron DeSantis gives update
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis will be tasked with filling Rubio's Senate seat if he is confirmed as Trump's Secretary of State.
Top elections official's role in Wisconsin hangs in balance
Meagan Wolfe has faced accusations from Republican lawmakers alleging misconduct in her oversight of the 2020 presidential election.
Senate Democrats' "best shot at torpedoing" Matt Gaetz, according to lawyer
Prominent legal commentator David Lat suggests how to prevent the former Florida congressman from becoming the next attorney general.
MAGA anger over Mitch McConnell's alleged Trump recess comment
Trump had said that the next Senate leader must agree to recess appointments in order "to get people confirmed in a timely manner."
Florida newspaper warns Matt Gaetz "must never become" attorney general
The Sun Sentinel called out President-elect Donald Trump's U.S. attorney general pick, saying he was a "rogue Florida congressman."
Donald Trump Jr. hints at "backup plans" if nominees don't get confirmed
Donald Trump Jr. defended his father's Cabinet nominations amid controversy and backlash but stressed there are other options.
Bernie Sanders defense of Tulsi Gabbard resurfaces as critics sound alarm
A 2019 social media post from Sanders has resurfaced by Republicans amid criticism of Donald Trump's national intelligence director pick.
Will abortion rights survive a Republican trifecta? Top activists respond
Activists give their verdicts on the fate of abortion rights in America with conservatives in majority control.
Democrats need supermajority mentality—former Fetterman chief of staff
A former Democratic Senate staffer has blasted the way the party has operated and argued for the best path forward after Donald Trump's victory.
Senator warns Donald Trump's Cabinet picks in for "rude awakening"
Senator Edward Markey warned that President-elect Donald Trump's potential environmental policies will create an "uproar."
Ex-RNC chair calls Republicans "wusses" over Trump's Matt Gaetz nomination
Michael Steele called out GOP senators for "privately" saying they won't vote for Gaetz, calling them "wusses" who won't actually go against Trump.
Pete Hegseth's Fox News colleagues react to "white supremacist" accusation
Hegseth's Fox News colleagues have reacted to "white supremacist" accusations by a prominent civil rights attorney.
Bill Maher mocks liberals losing "crazy contest to an actual crazy person"
Maher told the Democratic Party to "stop screaming at people to get with the program and instead make a program worth getting with."
Mark Halperin makes prediction for Donald Trump "unfathomable" admin picks
President-elect Donald Trump has faced some backlash over his nominations of Matt Gaetz, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Tulsi Gabbard, Kristi Noem and Pete Hegseth
Democrat Sherrod Brown explains how his party "let" voters flip to Trump
Brown has joined Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders in blaming the lack of working-class focus within the Democratic Party for Harris' election loss.
Thune says recess appointments "on the table" to get Trump picks through
Trump's cabinet nominations require Senate confirmation, and despite a GOP majority, he may struggle to get his picks approved.
Marjorie Taylor Greene issues warning to Republicans over RFK Jr. pick
Greene said any Senate Republicans who refuse to confirm Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will "have to deal with Donald Trump."
Pete Hegseth's chance of getting confirmed, betting odds show
Donald Trump nominated the Fox News host as the next secretary of defense earlier this week.
Susan Collins' reelection plan throws a wrench in Democrats' Senate hopes
Maine presents Democrats an opportunity to flip a Senate seat in 2026, but the Republican's previous runs have been strong.
Republican wants investigation into Trump nominees to avoid 'embarrassment'
Republican Senator John Cornyn says that more information on Cabinet nominees could help "protect the president."
Matt Gaetz faces "humiliating" confirmation hearing: Ex-White House lawyer
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen the Florida Republican to serve as his attorney general, but he faces a tough road to confirmation.
Could Bob Casey win Pennsylvania Senate race recount?
Casey has refused to concede despite multiple outlets calling the race for David McCormick, with the recount due to be completed by Nov. 26.
Gaetz could get confirmed without the Senate: How recess appointments work
Gaetz's confirmation as attorney general may be met with resistance from the Senate. But President-elect Trump may have a way to bypass lawmakers.
Matt Gaetz attorney general nomination may spark "interesting" confirmation
Gaetz is currently facing a House ethics investigation over allegations of sexual misconduct and illicit drug use.
How MAGA is John Thune? what voting record shows
New Senate Majority Leader John Thune predominantly voted in line with Donald Trump during the president-elect's first term.
John Thune becoming Senate leader sparks MAGA backlash
Republican John Thune, who has been voted leader of the Senate, has not shied away from criticizing President-elect Donald Trump in the past.
