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Will Republican reservations sink Tulsi Gabbard?

Not all Republicans are on board with the former Democratic congresswoman as she prepares for her confirmation hearing, Eric Garcia reports

The Independent UK

Tulsi and RFK Jr. now face the GOP

Republicans capitulated on Pete Hegseth, though they knew better. Now come the most noxious nominees of all

Salon

‘We are American warriors’: Pete Hegseth gives troops their mission hours after being confirmed as Defense Secretary

New defense secretary outlines top three goals: ‘Restoring the warrior ethos, rebuilding our military, and reestablishing deterrence’

The Independent UK

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Trump’s controversial Pentagon pick Pete Hegseth confirmed by Senate

Vice-president casts tie-breaking vote for Fox News host despite allegations of sexual assault and alcohol abuse

The Guardian - US

Republicans duck Trump’s claims that Ukraine should have surrendered to Russia

‘I hadn’t heard that,’ one Republican insisted about Trump’s claims in Hannity interview

The Independent UK

Senate confirms Hegseth as next Defense secretary - Roll Call

Vice President JD Vance cast the tie-breaking vote after three Republicans joined Democrats in opposition to Hegseth.

Roll Call

President Trump Defends Pete Hegseth Amid Senate Opposition

President Trump expresses support for defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth amid controversy. Confirmation vote tonight.

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Senate Advances Controversial Defense Secretary Nomination

Senate votes on controversial nominee Pete Hegseth for defense secretary amidst party divisions and allegations. Confirmation vote expected soon.

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The Republicans’ Mod Squad stands alone against Pete Hegseth’s confirmation

Analysis: Nomination for Defense Secretary puts a familiar pair of GOP senators in a predictable spot, writes John Bowden

The Independent UK

Murkowski, Collins vote no on Hegseth

The two GOP senators can't stop Hegseth's confirmation in a Senate controlled by their party

Salon

Full List of Republicans Who Broke From Trump to Vote Against Defense Nominee Pete Hegseth

Republican Senators Lisa Murkowski (Alaska) and Susan Collins (Maine) voted "no" on Jan. 23

Latin Times

Democrats accuse Republicans of rushing Hegseth confirmation despite questions on qualifications, past

Democrats accused Republicans of speeding up Hegseth’s nomination amid the numerous allegations of impropriety

The Independent UK

Jeffries warns GOP over 'big, beautiful' budget bill - Roll Call

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries put Republican leaders on notice that they can’t take Democratic votes for granted.

Roll Call

‘President’s prerogative’: Republicans conveniently dodge questions on Trump’s Jan. 6 pardons

Trump issued pardons for 1,500 people criminally charged with the violent assault on the US Capitol to try and stop certification of 2020 presidential election results

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‘It’s about being bold and gutsy’: Senator Ron Wyden on change in the age of Trump

The Oregon Democrat has written a book, a call for ‘chutzpah’ from those seeking political progress

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Sen. Collins Undecided On Supporting Pete Hegseth For Defense Secretary

Senator Susan Collins carefully evaluates Pete Hegseth's nomination for defense secretary, emphasizing thorough review of hearings.

Roll Call

The smallest initial Senate battleground ever? - Roll Call

Just five Senate seats are rated as competitive by Inside Elections, representing perhaps the smallest initial battleground in history.

Roll Call

How the decline of personal political brands hurts Senate Democrats - Roll Call

It might be the end of personal political brands in congressional races, which could hurt Democratic chances of flipping the Senate in 2026.

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An early look at potentially vulnerable senators in 2026 - Roll Call

Democrats looking to flip the Senate in 2026 will need to make gains in states that have swung decidedly Republican in recent years.

The Independent UK

Senators lament Elon Musk’s influence and say shutdown would have been avoided if he ‘kept his mouth shut’

‘That’s the kind of s*** you run into when you started listening to people who aren’t elected,’ one Democratic senator tells The Independent

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Senate Appropriations Chair Susan Collins Accepts 3-Week Funding Bill

Incoming Senate Appropriations Chair supports a short-term funding measure to prevent a government shutdown, emphasizing the need for prompt resolution and...

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Senate Appropriators Await House Guidance On Government Funding Plan

Senate appropriators Murray and Collins discuss Senate's reliance on House for funding plan progress.

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Senate Republicans Surprised By Trump's Debt Ceiling Demand

Senate leaders react to President-elect Trump's unexpected demand for a debt ceiling increase in government funding negotiations.

Roll Call

Kennedy faces questions about food, vaccines in GOP meetings - Roll Call

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Donald Trump's pick to lead Health and Human Services, meets with GOP senators to win support for his nomination.

Fortune

Inside the FOMC: Boston Fed President Susan Collins on changing her mind, teamwork, and the alchemy behind the base rate

"It's important for people to understand the role of the FOMC or monetary policy at the Federal Reserve because of the importance of price stability and maximum employment for people's everyday lives," Collins told Fortune.

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