New Majority Leader Thune kicks off Senate session with pledge to preserve filibuster
5 days, 7 hours ago

New Majority Leader Thune kicks off Senate session with pledge to preserve filibuster

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — New Senate Majority Leader John Thune is kicking off the new session with a promise to preserve the filibuster, saying in his first floor speech as leader that his priority will be to “ensure the Senate stays the Senate.” Thune, R-S.D., and Senate Republicans are taking power on Friday a little more than two weeks before Donald Trump will be inaugurated, cementing a firm GOP hold on Washington. Opening up the two-year Senate session Friday after new and returning senators were sworn in, Thune said the legislative tactic that allows senators to delay consideration of a measure and require 60 votes for passage has “perhaps the greatest impact in preserving the Founders’ vision of the Senate.” “There are a lot of people out there who would like to see the Senate turn into a copy of the House of Representatives,” Thune said. Many Democrats wanted to eliminate the filibuster in the early days of President Joe Biden’s term, but were stymied by moderates in the Senate Democratic caucus who said it would upend the Senate’s deliberative role. Former West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.V., has called it “the holy grail of democracy.” While Republicans aren’t ready to eliminate the filibuster, which will make it harder to win some votes in the new 53-47 Senate, they are preparing to try and quickly pass much Trump’s agenda through a legislative mechanism that circumvents it.

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House and Senate majority leaders set the agenda for early weeks of a new Congress
5 days, 2 hours ago

House and Senate majority leaders set the agenda for early weeks of a new Congress

NPR  

House and Senate majority leaders set the agenda for early weeks of a new Congress The new Republican majorities in the House and Senate plan to move border legislation and cabinet confirmations first, with tax bills coming later this year. WALSH: Well, addressing border security was a Republican's top priority in the 2024 campaign, and the speaker made it clear …

Senior Republican plots 'scheme' to derail 4 Trump nominations: MSNBC's Katty Kay
4 weeks ago

Senior Republican plots 'scheme' to derail 4 Trump nominations: MSNBC's Katty Kay

Raw Story  

According to MSNBC contributor Katty Kay, incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune is working behind the scenes with his GOP colleagues to cripple the nominations of at least four of Donald Trump's nominees to his cabinet. With Rep. Matt Gaetz already having withdrawn his name for consideration to be the next attorney general, Kay reported to the "Morning Joe" panel …

Top House Republican sounds alarm: Senate could blow chance to pass Trump tax plan
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Top House Republican sounds alarm: Senate could blow chance to pass Trump tax plan

Raw Story  

A key House Republican is already challenging incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune, warning that his strategy risks blowing Republicans' best chance to pass President-elect Donald Trump's tax bill, reported NBC News. This comes a week after reports that Thune wants to split the budget reconciliation process into two parts: one bill to pass an immigration and energy package, and …

'Heartburn': Divided Republicans reportedly bicker over how to pass Trump's agenda
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1 month ago

'Heartburn': Divided Republicans reportedly bicker over how to pass Trump's agenda

Raw Story  

Republicans haven't even assumed unified control of Congress yet, and are already arguing over how they want to proceed in passing Donald Trump's policy agenda, Politico reported Wednesday. The problem fundamentally stems from whether they want to do Trump's tax plan first or his immigration priorities — and the fact that the GOP has a razor-thin majority, hindering its ability …

'Significant complications': Analysis warns effort to rush Senate Trump bill 'tricky'
1 month ago

'Significant complications': Analysis warns effort to rush Senate Trump bill 'tricky'

Raw Story  

New incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune announced to his caucus that he wants the first major budget reconciliation bill in the first 30 days of the new Congress, Politico reported. The only bill that cannot be filibustered in the U.S. Senate is the budget, so Republicans intend to use it to fund some of Trump's demands, such as reestablishing …

Democrats stick with Schumer as leader. Their strategy for countering Trump is far less certain
1 month ago

Democrats stick with Schumer as leader. Their strategy for countering Trump is far less certain

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Senate Democrats reelected Chuck Schumer as party leader on Tuesday as the party moves into a deeply uncertain time, with no real consensus on a strategy as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office. While some have been more aggressive — Washington Sen. Patty Murray, a former chairwoman of the Senate Health, Labor, Education and Pensions Committee, said …

Senate Democrats stick with Chuck Schumer, who pledges to "secure bipartisan solutions" when able
1 month ago

Senate Democrats stick with Chuck Schumer, who pledges to "secure bipartisan solutions" when able

Salon  

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer was unanimously chosen to lead his fellow Democrats in the next Congress, his colleagues electing him as head of their caucus for the fifth time since 2016. "I am honored and humbled to be chosen by my colleagues to continue leading Senate Democrats during this crucial period for our country," Schumer said in a statement …

'Last culling': MSNBC host expects midterms to rid GOP of senators not in MAGA 'lockstep'
1 month ago

'Last culling': MSNBC host expects midterms to rid GOP of senators not in MAGA 'lockstep'

Raw Story  

The MAGA wing of the Republican Party has been successful in taking over the House of Representatives, but there are still those in the U.S. Senate who don't adore Donald Trump. But in two years, one-third of the Senate will be up for reelection again — and an MSNBC reporter thinks that could see a further culling of those not …

Rebel GOP senators begin to stand up against Trump plan
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rebel GOP senators begin to stand up against Trump plan

Raw Story  

President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to use a process known as "recess appointments" if GOP senators give him a hard time with his more controversial administration picks, who range from anti-vaxxer conspiracy theorist Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to head the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard — whose critics consider her an apologist for …

Senate GOP head delivers unwanted 'message to Trump team': report
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Senate GOP head delivers unwanted 'message to Trump team': report

Raw Story  

Donald Trump on Sunday got a potentially devastating message from the Senate GOP leader, according to a report. Trump prior to announcing his nomination of Matt Gaetz said Republican leaders need to be ready to consent to recess appointments to skip the process of confirmation, despite the fact that the GOP just won the majority in the body. But over …

Who is John Thune, From Donald Trump critic to next Senate majority leader?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Who is John Thune, From Donald Trump critic to next Senate majority leader?

India Today  

Republicans have elected Senator John Thune of South Dakota as the next Senate majority leader, paving the way for the top deputy of Mitch McConnell to take over the key position as President-elect Donald Trump is set to return to the White House next year. JOHN THUNE'S HISTORY WITH TRUMP Thune’s relationship with Trump has been strained since Trump entered …

Newly elected Senate Majority Leader John Thune has his work cut out for him
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Newly elected Senate Majority Leader John Thune has his work cut out for him

NPR  

Newly elected Senate Majority Leader John Thune has his work cut out for him AILSA CHANG, HOST: Newly elected Senate Majority Leader John Thune has his work cut out for him. JOHN THUNE: We're excited to reclaim the majority and to get to work with our colleagues in the House to enact President Trump's agenda. DAVIS: That's Wisconsin Republican Senator …

US Senate Republicans pick John Thune as majority leader
1 month, 3 weeks ago

US Senate Republicans pick John Thune as majority leader

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-11-14 01:53 WASHINGTON -- US Senate Republicans on Wednesday elected John Thune, a senator from South Dakota and the current Republican whip, to succeed Mitch McConnell as the next majority leader in the upper chamber. On a secret ballot, Thune, 63, beat two contenders: John Cornyn of Texas, a former Republican whip, and Rick Scott of Florida, …

Senator John Thune elected Senate Majority Leader by Republicans: Trump’s allies must be pissed.
55 years ago

Senator John Thune elected Senate Majority Leader by Republicans: Trump’s allies must be pissed.

Slate  

South Dakota Sen. John Thune was elected Senate Republican leader on Wednesday, replacing Mitch McConnell in the role after his record-setting run of 18 years. “We have a mandate from the American people, a mandate not only to clean up the mess left by the Biden-Harris-Schumer agenda, but also to deliver on President Trump’s priorities.” Thune, who in the past …

Republicans gain control of both houses of Congress in huge boost to Trump
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Republicans gain control of both houses of Congress in huge boost to Trump

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Republicans will control both houses of Congress next year, giving …

Watch live: Senate Republicans speak for first time since John Thune elected Senate majority leader
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Watch live: Senate Republicans speak for first time since John Thune elected Senate majority leader

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Watch as the Senate Republicans speak for the first time …

GOP keeps control of House — handing Trump coveted trifecta
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

GOP keeps control of House — handing Trump coveted trifecta

Raw Story  

Republicans in Congress will hold onto the House of Representatives in a major victory that paves the way for President-elect Donald Trump to begin the first two years of his second term with his party controlling both chambers of Congress. The victory, called by CNN and NBC News Wednesday, is a worst-case scenario for Democrats still reeling from last week’s …

Republicans pick John Thune to be Senate majority leader - here’s what that means for Trump’s agenda
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Republicans pick John Thune to be Senate majority leader - here’s what that means for Trump’s agenda

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Senate Republicans nominated Senate Minority Whip John Thune of South …

John Thune is the new Senate majority leader
1 month, 3 weeks ago

John Thune is the new Senate majority leader

Hindustan Times  

Washington: John Thune is the new Senate majority leader, after defeating two Republicans in the leadership race, John Cornyn and Rick Scott, the last being the favourite of the Donald Trump ecosystem. Thune will succeed the veteran Mitch McConnell who shared a difficult relationship with Donald Trump announced his decision not to seek office earlier this year. A Senator from …

US Senate Republicans pick insider John Thune as next leader, reject Trump loyalist push
1 month, 3 weeks ago

US Senate Republicans pick insider John Thune as next leader, reject Trump loyalist push

Firstpost  

Republican senators have elected a well-regarded insider John Thune of South Dakota as their new leader, bypassing calls from Trump supporters for a loyalist US Sen. John Thune arrives for the Senate Republican leadership elections at the US Capitol on Wednesday in Washington, DC. AFP Republican senators have elected a well-regarded insider John Thune of South Dakota as their new …

Big GOP leadership change: John Thune named next Senate Republican leader
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Big GOP leadership change: John Thune named next Senate Republican leader

Live Mint  

US Senate Republicans have chosen John Thune to lead the chamber in the upcoming year. Senator John Thune wrote on X: "I am extremely honored to have earned the support of my colleagues to lead the Senate in the 119th Congress, and I am beyond proud of the work we have done to secure our majority and the White House. …

John Thune Will Be Senate’s New Republican Leader, Replacing Mitch McConnell
1 month, 3 weeks ago

John Thune Will Be Senate’s New Republican Leader, Replacing Mitch McConnell

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON ― Senate Minority Whip John Thune was elected the next Senate Republican leader on Wednesday, ensuring Sen. Mitch McConnell’s right-hand man will lead the new GOP majority as President-elect Donald Trump begins his second White House term next year. “This Republican team is united behind President Trump’s agenda, and our work starts today,” he said. “We …

Senate Republicans choose new leader amid MAGA pressure campaign
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Senate Republicans choose new leader amid MAGA pressure campaign

Raw Story  

Senate Republicans on Wednesday chose their next majority leader to replace Sen. Mitch McConnell and brought to a close an intense pressure campaign from President-elect Donald Trump's MAGA allies. Thune and Cornyn both boast lengthy tenures in the Senate, dating back to former President George W. Bush’s administration, and strong ties to the institutionalist wing of the GOP. Carlson mounted …

Senate Republicans are gathering behind closed doors to pick a new majority leader
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Senate Republicans are gathering behind closed doors to pick a new majority leader

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Republican senators will gather behind closed doors Wednesday to decide who will replace longtime Senate leader Mitch McConnell and lead their new majority next year — a decision that could shape the future of the Senate, and the party, as Donald Trump reclaims the presidency. South Dakota Sen. John Thune, Texas Sen. John Cornyn and Florida Sen. Rick …

Dems worry whether top Senate member has 'fire' to fight Trump: report
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Dems worry whether top Senate member has 'fire' to fight Trump: report

Raw Story  

President-elect Donald Trump’s hope for smooth confirmation processes for judges and appointments in his new administration will come under fire by Senate Democrats who are “plotting extraordinary measures” to stop his agenda, but some are quietly expressing concerns that a top Democrat isn’t up for the job. According to new reporting in Axios, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and other …

With potential for sweeping control, Republicans pick their next leaders in Congress
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

With potential for sweeping control, Republicans pick their next leaders in Congress

NPR  

With potential for sweeping control, Republicans pick their next leaders in Congress toggle caption Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images Republicans have selected their party leaders for the next Congress under President-elect Donald Trump. Senate Republicans elected South Dakota Sen. John Thune to serve as Senate Majority Leader when the new Congress convenes in January. We are one team, we are excited to …

Republicans pick Thune over Trump loyalist as Senate majority leader
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Republicans pick Thune over Trump loyalist as Senate majority leader

Al Jazeera  

Republicans in the United States Senate picked veteran John Thune to be the chamber’s new leader, as lawmakers, scrambling to prepare for President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming administration, rejected his camp’s favoured candidate. Thune, who already holds a more junior leadership position, beat Texas Senator John Cornyn in a run-off vote to replace outgoing party leader Mitch McConnell. Thune’s win in …

Republican John Thune of South Dakota is elected the next Senate majority leader
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Republican John Thune of South Dakota is elected the next Senate majority leader

LA Times  

Republicans have elected South Dakota Sen. John Thune as the next Senate majority leader, completing a momentous shift in their leadership that will elevate a top deputy of Minority Leader Mitch McConnell into a key position before President-elect Donald Trump returns to the White House in January. If they both win their elections, Thune said, “we’ve got a job to …

Senate Republicans will choose first new leader in nearly 20 years
2 months ago

Senate Republicans will choose first new leader in nearly 20 years

NPR  

Senate Republicans will choose first new leader in nearly 20 years toggle caption Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images; Samuel Corum/Getty Images The only thing close to certain about the next Senate Republican leader is they will likely be named John. The top two candidates vying to replace Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., as Senate leader are Sens. Thune, as the current second-highest-ranking Republican, …

Senate GOP leaders refuse to commit to allowing Harris SCOTUS nominees up or down vote
3 months, 1 week ago

Senate GOP leaders refuse to commit to allowing Harris SCOTUS nominees up or down vote

Raw Story  

Senators most likely to succeed Republican Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, the former Senate Majority Leader, are already suggesting a policy of obstruction, refusing to commit to even allowing an up or down confirmation vote on any of Vice President Kamala Harris's potential Supreme Court nominees if she wins the White House and should the GOP take back control of the …

John Thune is striving to be the next Republican Senate leader, but can he rise in Trump’s GOP?
3 months, 3 weeks ago

John Thune is striving to be the next Republican Senate leader, but can he rise in Trump’s GOP?

Associated Press  

— The gold-leafed ceilings and crystal chandeliers of Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort are a long way from the small town of Murdo, South Dakota, where Sen. John Thune grew up. Senate Minority Whip John Thune, R-S.D., speaks during an interview with The Associated Press at the Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024. But I just felt like the country …

South Dakota Sen. John Thune jumps into race to succeed McConnell as Senate leader
10 months ago

South Dakota Sen. John Thune jumps into race to succeed McConnell as Senate leader

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — South Dakota Sen. John Thune is entering the race to be the next Republican leader of the U.S. Senate once Sen. Mitch McConnell steps away from the post in November. He told another local news outlet, Dakota News Now, that McConnell stepping down is “a chance for a reset and I’d like to be a part of it.” …

Mitch McConnell's 30s freeze sparks concern about his future but can he be forced out?
1 year, 4 months ago

Mitch McConnell's 30s freeze sparks concern about his future but can he be forced out?

Hindustan Times  

Growing concerns about the health of Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell have ignited speculation about his future in politics, as calls for his resignation gain momentum on social media. Top U.S. Senate Republican Mitch McConnell appears to freeze up for more than 30 seconds during a public appearance before he was escorted away, the second such incident in a little …

Schumer reelected Senate leader after Dems expand majority
2 years, 1 month ago

Schumer reelected Senate leader after Dems expand majority

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Sen. Chuck Schumer was unanimously elected Thursday for another term as Senate Democratic leader, helming a bolstered 51-seat majority for a new era of divided government in Congress but intent on “getting things done” for the country. Schumer’s reelection puts two New Yorkers at the top of the Democratic leadership in Congress, alongside Rep. Hakeem Jefferies, the incoming …

Senate won for Democrats, ‘It’s the year of Chuck Schumer’
2 years, 1 month ago

Senate won for Democrats, ‘It’s the year of Chuck Schumer’

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer was eating Peking duck at a Chinese restaurant with family and friends on Manhattan’s West side on Saturday evening when an aide called with urgent news: Democrats would win Nevada’s Senate seat and keep their majority. “Get things done, and focus on those things, and don’t get diverted.” Lastly, he said, voters rejected …

South Dakota Sen. Thune’s win breaks ‘curse,’ defies Trump
2 years, 1 month ago

South Dakota Sen. Thune’s win breaks ‘curse,’ defies Trump

Associated Press  

— Neither South Dakota’s “Curse of Karl” nor the invocations of former President Donald Trump weighed on Republican Sen. John Thune this week as he breezed to a historic fourth term that could see him ascend to lead the GOP’s Senate caucus. The Republican senator, coming off a reelection victory in which he won 70% of the vote, told The …

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer reelected in New York
2 years, 2 months ago

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer reelected in New York

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer was elected to a fifth term Tuesday, easily defeating a Republican political commentator, but will have to wait to learn whether he’ll be able to keep his title as Senate majority leader. Kathy Hochul, awaiting news on her own campaign results, Schumer promised the crowd, “I will keep this fight up for as …

South Dakota’s Thune wins reelection to 4th U.S. Senate term
2 years, 2 months ago

South Dakota’s Thune wins reelection to 4th U.S. Senate term

Associated Press  

— Republican U.S. Sen. John Thune of South Dakota won reelection to a fourth term Tuesday and will return to a Senate where he is seen as a potential future majority leader. Thune is the second-ranking Senate Republican and is seen as a potential pick to succeed Sen. Mitch McConnell once he steps down from leadership. The quiet election year …

Democrats plan a procedural maneuver to open Senate debate on voting rights bills
2 years, 11 months ago

Democrats plan a procedural maneuver to open Senate debate on voting rights bills

NPR  

Democrats plan a procedural maneuver to open Senate debate on voting rights bills Enlarge this image toggle caption Drew Angerer/Getty Images Drew Angerer/Getty Images Past attempts to advance voting rights legislation to the floor of the Senate have failed, but Senate Democrats believe they have found a way past a procedural hurdle to at least start debate on voting rights …

As South Dakota campaigns launch, Thune mulls retirement
3 years ago

As South Dakota campaigns launch, Thune mulls retirement

Associated Press  

— South Dakota political candidates are revving into full campaign mode this week with one big exception: Republican Sen. John Thune, who has delayed a reelection announcement as he considers retirement. He likened Thune’s potential departure to a political “concussion” to the state’s party, one that could rip open a divide between a right wing steadfastly loyal to former President …

As South Dakota campaigns launch, Thune mulls retirement
3 years ago

As South Dakota campaigns launch, Thune mulls retirement

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy South Dakota political candidates are revving into full campaign mode …

McConnell leads GOP in attack on Dems' voting rights bill
3 years, 7 months ago

McConnell leads GOP in attack on Dems' voting rights bill

Daily Mail  

The powerful Republican and Democratic Senate leaders faced off in a rare and tense exchange at the Senate Rules Committee Tuesday as Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and fellow Republicans led an all-out assault on sweeping voting rights legislation. The early skirmish in the Senate comes as states including Georgia, Florida, Arizona and Texas are pushing new voting rules, spurred …

Senate filibuster fight cools for now, but battles ahead
3 years, 11 months ago

Senate filibuster fight cools for now, but battles ahead

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Easing off a stalemate, the Senate moved forward Tuesday with a power-sharing agreement in the evenly-split chamber after Republican leader Mitch McConnell backed off his demand that Senate Democrats preserve the procedural tool known as the filibuster. The stand-off between McConnell and new Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer had all but ground the Senate to a halt in …

Senate confirms Biden 1st Cabinet pick as Democrats control
3 years, 11 months ago

Senate confirms Biden 1st Cabinet pick as Democrats control

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Three new senators were sworn into office after President Joe Biden’s inauguration, securing the majority for Democrats in the Senate and across a unified government to tackle the new president’s agenda at a time of unprecedented national challenges. In a first vote, the Senate confirmed Biden’s nominee for director of national intelligence, Avril Haines late Wednesday, overcoming Republican …

Senate confirms Biden 1st Cabinet pick as Democrats control
3 years, 11 months ago

Senate confirms Biden 1st Cabinet pick as Democrats control

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Three new senators were sworn into office after President Joe Biden’s inauguration, securing the majority for Democrats in the Senate and across a unified government to tackle the new president’s agenda at a time of unprecedented national challenges. “That’s what they sent us here to do.” Taken together, their arrival gives Democrats for the first time in a …

Biden's First Cabinet Member Confirmed As Democrats Take Control Of Senate
3 years, 11 months ago

Biden's First Cabinet Member Confirmed As Democrats Take Control Of Senate

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — Three new senators were sworn into office Wednesday after President Joe Biden’s inauguration, securing the majority for Democrats in the Senate and across a unified government to tackle the new president’s agenda at a time of unprecedented national challenges. “That’s what they sent us here to do.” Taken together, their arrival gives Democrats for the …

McConnell pressures Democrats to keep Senate filibuster
3 years, 11 months ago

McConnell pressures Democrats to keep Senate filibuster

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — In one of his final acts as majority leader, Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell is pressuring Democrats to keep the filibuster — the procedural tool that liberals and progressives are eager to to do away with so President-elect Joe Biden’s legislative priorities can be approved more easily over GOP opposition. McConnell has told Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer …

Democratic Party takes majority control of US Senate
3 years, 11 months ago

Democratic Party takes majority control of US Senate

Al Jazeera  

New majority leader Schumer promises to address the pandemic, economic recession, racial injustice and climate change. The Democratic Party took control of the United States Senate on Wednesday for the first time in six years after Kamala Harris was inaugurated vice president and two new Democratic senators from Georgia were sworn in. Democratic Senator Chuck Schumer became the Senate Majority …

Democratic-led Senate OKs first Biden nominee. But advancing the president’s agenda will be a struggle
3 years, 11 months ago

Democratic-led Senate OKs first Biden nominee. But advancing the president’s agenda will be a struggle

LA Times  

With the swearing-in of three new senators Wednesday, Democrats have more muscle in Washington than they have had in a decade, controlling the White House and both chambers of Congress. “We just passed a program with over $900 billion in it,” Sen. Mitt Romney of Utah said Wednesday when asked about Biden’s plans for more economic stimulus. Whether it’s Kentucky …

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