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US Senate Approves Trump's Nominee For Top Military Officer

The US Senate approved Donald Trump's nominee to be the nation's top military officer on Friday after the president abruptly fired the previous chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff this year.

International Business Times

Settlement Champion Huckabee Confirmed As US Israel Envoy

The US Senate on Wednesday confirmed Mike Huckabee, an evangelical Christian who has said Israel enjoys a divine right to the West Bank, as ambassador to Israel.

International Business Times

The hidden power of marathon Senate speeches: What history tells us about Cory Booker’s 25-hour oration

Democratic U.S. Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey made history on April 1, 2025, when he stood on the Senate floor and spoke for 25 hours and five minutes, delivering the longest floor speech in the history of the U.S. Senate.

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Senators Make Modest Moves To Reclaim Tariff Powers From Trump

A small but growing bipartisan movement in the Senate is pushing back against the president's imposition of tariffs, but there's plenty of room to go further.

Reason

Who is Elissa Slotkin? Young Michigan Democrat set to give response to Trump’s address

Dubbed a ‘rising star’ within the Democratic Party, Slotkin is among the most bipartisan members of Congress

The Independent UK

Young Democratic social media star, frustrated by campaigns, sees another path to turn Texas blue

Olivia Julianna, 22, loves politics but hates the in-fighting she sees in too many Democratic campaigns in the state.

The Texas Tribune

Kelly Loeffler Confirmed To Lead Small Business Administration

Kelly Loeffler, a former senator and Trump supporter, confirmed to lead the Small Business Administration, overseeing services like Economic Injury Disaste...

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US Lawmakers Confirm Howard Lutnick As Commerce Secretary

The US Senate voted Tuesday to confirm Wall Street billionaire Howard Lutnick as commerce secretary, a key step towards the rollout of President Donald Trump's "America First" trade policy, which uses tariffs as a broad negotiation tool.

International Business Times

US Lawmakers Due To Confirm Howard Lutnick As Commerce Secretary

The US Senate is expected to confirm Wall Street billionaire Howard Lutnick as commerce secretary Tuesday, a key step towards the rollout of President Donald Trump's "America First" trade policy with tariffs used as a broad negotiation tool.

International Business Times

Donald Trump has become master of the US Senate

By voting in favor of nominees they knew should never be approved, Republican senators became Trump’s subjects

The Guardian - US

Ex-Ohio State coach Jim Tressel joins a long list of sports figures who've moved into politics

Former Ohio State University coach Jim Tressel is being nominated to be the state’s next lieutenant governor

The Independent UK

Lawmakers Set To Confirm Scott Bessent For US Treasury Chief

The US Senate is widely expected to confirm billionaire hedge fund manager Scott Bessent for Treasury secretary Monday, putting him at the forefront of implementing Donald Trump's economic agenda -- which is already sparking global jitters.

International Business Times

Rubio Wins Unanimous Nod To Be Top US Diplomat

The US Senate unanimously approved Marco Rubio as secretary of state on Monday, putting the fellow senator in the frontline of President Donald Trump's often confrontational diplomacy.

International Business Times

JD Vance Congratulates Jon Husted On US Senate Appointment

JD Vance congratulates Jon Husted on US Senate appointment, highlighting unity and collaboration in Ohio's political landscape.

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Ohio Gov. Dewine To Announce Senate Seat Nominee Next Week

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine prepares to announce nominee for Senate seat vacated by JD Vance, stressing the importance of selecting a candidate dedicated to ...

The Independent UK

‘Actively dangerous’: 15,000 doctors sign letter begging Senate to reject RFK Jr for health secretary

Kennedy, among other controversies, has spread misinformation about the COVID-19 vaccine

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Ohio Lt. Gov. Jon Husted Leading Candidate For Senate

Ohio Lt. Gov. Jon Husted emerges as a top contender to replace JD Vance in the US Senate, pending Gov. DeWine's decision.

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DJI drones escape US ban for now, but clouds continue to loom for 2025

DJI drones have escaped an immediate US ban but could be blocked in the future.

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Is Judge Newman Entitled to Her Day in Court to Challenge Her "Stealth Impeachment"?

Other former judges and I have just filed an amicus brief in the D.C. Circuit, making the case that the federal courts should consider Judge Newman's challenge to being effectively removed from her position on the Federal Circuit in violation of her constitutional rights.

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Nobel Laureates Oppose Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'S HHS Nomination

Nobel laureates express concerns over Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s controversial health stances and urge the US Senate to reject his nomination for DHHS leadership.

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Andy Kim Appointed To U.S. Senate By NJ Governor

Andy Kim appointed as U.S. Senator by NJ Governor after election win, making history as first Asian American Senator from NJ. Governor Murphy praises Kim's...

The Guardian - US

Anti-opioid groups are ‘optimistic’ about Trump’s tariffs. Will the move help tackle the fentanyl crisis?

Campaigners say imposing fee on Mexico, Canada and China till they address drug smuggling could be effective

Latin Times

Latino Representation in the House Drops Despite Historic Wins

The breakthroughs include the election of the first Latina to represent New Jersey in Congress and the first out queer Latina elected to represent Washington's 6th District.

International Business Times UK

Quick Facts About Kelly Loeffler: Age, Net Worth, Family And Insider Trading Scandal

Kelly Loeffler, billionaire and ex-Senator, faced an insider trading controversy and a potential Agriculture Secretary nomination.

Al Jazeera

Who is Pam Bondi, Trump’s new nominee for US attorney general?

Tapped to lead the Justice Department, Bondi is a former Florida attorney general and longtime Trump supporter.

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