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Senator Collins Discusses Defense Secretary Pick Pete Hegseth

Senator Collins discusses Pete Hegseth's nomination, emphasizing the need for thorough assessment before making a decision.

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Trump publicly backs embattled DOD pick - Roll Call

In a post on Truth Social, Donald Trump voiced support for Pete Hegseth, his pick to lead the Pentagon, who met with GOP senators this week.

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Hegseth soldiers on with meeting GOP senators - Roll Call

Pete Hegseth, Donald Trump's choice to lead the Pentagon, met with Republican senators as questions linger about his personal history.

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At the Races: Full House - Roll Call

The results of 2024 House elections are now final, with Democrats netting one seat and holding Republicans to a 220-215 majority.

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Sen. Collins To Discuss Ukraine With Defense Secretary Nominee

Senator Collins to discuss Ukraine, Navy, and allegations with defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth amid scrutiny over misconduct allegations.

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GOP Senators Question Pete Hegseth's Fitness For Defense Department Role

GOP senators question Pete Hegseth's nomination for Defense Department leadership over misconduct allegations and controversial statements.

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Sen. Collins Calls For Full Vetting Of Defense Secretary Pick

Senator Collins pushes for thorough vetting of Pete Hegseth, while Senator Cramer remains open to confirming him despite misconduct allegations.

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His mother on TV, a slew of allegations and demands to ‘keep fighting’: What on earth does Pete Hegseth do now?

ANALYSIS: At the bare minimum, Hegseth is headed for one of the most uncomfortable and public grillings by a Senate panel in recent history, writes John Bowden

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Republican Lawmakers Criticize Biden's Decision To Pardon Son

Republican lawmakers criticize President Biden's decision to pardon his son, sparking controversy and concerns over broken promises and erosion of public t...

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The man with a plan to upend government, and what it entails - Roll Call

President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for OMB director has suggested refusing to spend all the money Congress appropriates.

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The five Republican senators who could thwart Trump’s agenda and nominees

Trump’s nominees will now need to be confirmed by the Senate, which Republicans control with a 53-seat majority

The Independent UK

Rep. Elise Stefanik Meets With Senators For UN Ambassador Approval

Rep. Elise Stefanik actively engages with senators for her nomination as U.S. ambassador to the UN, focusing on support for Israel and combating antisemitism.

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Mitch Mcconnell To Chair Senate Rules Committee And Defense Subcommittee

Mitch McConnell takes on new roles in the 119th Congress, emphasizing national security and Senate defense. He praises Sen. Susan Collins and Sen. Deb Fisc...

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Matt Gaetz burned down the House — then was shocked to find he couldn’t do the same to the Senate

ANALYSIS: Through the Gaetz attorney general drama, Trump learned an unwelcome truth about the Senate, writes Eric Garcia

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Why the Matt Gaetz report blew up the Ethics Committee

ANALYSIS: Republicans have found themselves stuck pretty badly between a rock and a hard place, reports Eric Garcia from Congress

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Senate Republicans Call For Release Of Gaetz Ethics Report

GOP Senators push for transparency in assessing former Rep. Gaetz's nomination for attorney general.

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Stocks Set to Open Mixed as Investors Await U.S. Economic Data and Nvidia Earnings, Fed Speak on Tap

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ24) are down -0.14%, and December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ24) are up +0.12% this morning as market participants looked ahead to an earnings report from semiconductor stalwart Nvidia, a new batch of U.S. economic data, and comments from Federal Reserve officials.

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Trump nominees will face friendlier Senate, with bigger majority - Roll Call

Republicans will have a likely 53-seat majority when they start the confirmation process in the next Congress, up one from 2017.

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Stocks Set to Open Higher as Investors Await U.S. Economic Data and Nvidia Earnings, Fed Speak on Tap

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ24) are up +0.09%, and December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ24) are up +0.35% this morning as market participants looked ahead to an earnings report from semiconductor stalwart Nvidia, a new batch of U.S. economic data, and comments from Federal Reserve officials.

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Senate Republicans Express Concerns Over Trump's Cabinet Nominations

Senate Republicans scrutinize Trump's cabinet nominations, particularly Matt Gaetz's suitability for attorney general.

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The Math Does Not Favor Avoiding Senate Scrutiny of Trump's Bizarre Cabinet Picks

Several Republican senators have said they are not inclined to abdicate their "advice and consent" role in presidential appointments.

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Sen. Tim Scott To Lead GOP Efforts To Increase Senate Majority

GOP and Democrats prepare for 2026 Senate elections with strategic focus on key states and fundraising efforts.

The Independent UK

Senator Tommy Tuberville threatens Republicans who might vote against Gaetz for Trump’s AG

‘If you wanna get in the way, fine. But we’re gonna try to get you out of the Senate,’ the GOP Alabama senator warned

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Sen. Collins 'Shocked' At Trump's Nomination Of Rep. Gaetz

Senator Susan Collins expresses concern over Matt Gaetz's nomination for attorney general, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in gove...

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Trump throws Senate into chaos with Gaetz and Gabbard nominations

Trump’s decision to nominate Matt Gaetz and Tulsi Gabbard is the ultimate dare

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