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Colorado’s $46.8 billion budget nears finish line
The Colorado Senate on Thursday voted largely along party lines to approve $46.8 billion in spending for the next state budget. The spending plan is bigger than what legislators originally approved for the current fiscal year’s budget, driven by increases in Medicaid costs. The proposal saw changes from a dozen amendments during debate Wednesday, but […]
California Senate Democrats propose new health care tax on major companies
California's Democratic State Senators are proposing a new tax on major corporations to help with the state's health care costs.
Democrats relish big fundraising gains for Senate races favoring Republicans
While Democrats touted their totals, they offer only a snapshot of overall fundraising, as campaigns had until the end of the day Wednesday to file with the Federal Election Commission.
Senate GOP backs Iran war again, but deadline looms
This marked the fourth attempt by Democrats to limit Trump’s power
Iowa Senate approves bill to tighten high school sports transfer eligibility
A bill aimed at restricting transfers among high school student-athletes is one step closer to becoming law in Iowa.
Get Real With SOMD Politics: Chuck Borges Discusses Housing Affordability, Economic Development And Tax Reform
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — On a recent episode of “Get Real with Southern Maryland Politics,” host Chris Hill sat down with state Senate District 29 candidate Chuck Borges for a wide-ranging discussion about his background, career, and priorities for Southern Maryland. Borges, a 23-year U.S. Navy veteran, said he came to Southern Maryland in 2004 for test pilot […]
Iowa GOP at odds over Kim Reynolds' immigration bill. What happens now?
With Iowa House and Senate lawmakers failing to agree on an immigration bill, the measure will go to a rare conference committee.
Democrats vow to block next Trump Supreme Court pick amid Alito speculation
Justice Samuel Alito hasn’t tipped his hat on retiring just yet, but Senate Democrats are already entrenched in opposing the confirmation of a successor that would deliver President Donald Trump his fourth lifetime appointment to the high court. Democrats need to first retake the majority and for a vacancy to arise. But with the party’s […]
Two physicians on ending the waiting-room era: bring care home
Aetna CMO Benjamin Kornitzer and former Senate Majority Leader Bill Frist on why home-based care for America's sickest seniors isn't a vision anymore.
Scrutiny of Hegseth mounts as Democrats attempt to rein in Trump administration over Iran war
House Democrats file impeachment articles against Trump’s defense secretary as Senate Democrats fail to pass measures to check White House power over Iran war
Talarico Leads a Democratic Cash Surge: 7 Takeaways From 2026 Filings
Democrats in key Senate races out-raised their Republican rivals, but super PACs on the right are poised to play a powerful role in the midterms, new campaign finance filings showed.
Drugmakers raised prices on hundreds of drugs despite Trump deals, Senate Democrats report finds
The findings raise questions about whether the administration’s “most favored nation” deals are having a meaningful impact on patients.
‘JD Vance needs to go to confession’: Vance’s former senate opponent, Tim Ryan, reacts to the Administration’s Pope feud
McMorrow seizes Senate fundraising lead. Rogers holds cash advantage
Democrat Mallory McMorrow raised the most money in the first quarter of the U.S. Senate race, while the GOP's Mike Rogers had the most cash on hand.
Paul, Massie discuss gun rights in Senate hearing
Massie, who leads the House Second Amendment Caucus, testified about some of the bills he has introduced on the issue.
La. Senate panel OKs bill to indoctrinate teens in conservative 'success' ideology
Two Black Democrats on the committee, Katrina Jackson-Andrews and Sidney Barthelemy II, objected to naming the bill after far-right activist Charlie Kirk, who had a history of publicly making racist and other derogatory comments.
WATCH LIVE: OMB Director Vought testifies before Senate panel on Trump's 2027 budget request
Democratic lawmakers seek fix to Colorado’s stalled prison population plan
Colorado’s prison population plan was designed to prevent overcrowding. Instead, eight months after it was triggered, the system remains strained and largely ineffective, prompting two Democratic lawmakers to push for changes through new legislation. According to its sponsors, Senate Bill 036 lays out the proposed changes. Sen. Mike Weissman and Sen. Julie Gonzales say the […]
Senate again votes against ending Iran war. But tougher votes are coming
The Senate on Wednesday again blocked a resolution that would halt American hostilities against Iran. Democrats aren't done forcing similar votes.
The fight to protect California science starts now
UC is co-sponsoring Senate Bill 895, a critical effort to sustain world-changing research that fuels the fourth-largest economy in the world and supports the quality of life for all Californians.
Ohio State urban science center celebrates 25 years
The Center for Urban and Regional Analysis (CURA) at The Ohio State University celebrated its 25th anniversary with a festive brunch and commendations from the Ohio House of Representatives and Senate, as well as from Columbus Mayor Andrew Ginther.Founded in 2001, CURA’s mission is research and outreach to foster more sustainable, resilient an...
WATCH LIVE: It's Tax Day. IRS chief is testifying on tax filing season
IRS CEO Frank Bisignano is set to testify in front of the Senate Finance Committee on Wednesday.
'Compassionate and principled': Shevrin Jones endorses Brice Barnes in open CD 2
The Democrat in line for Senate leadership says Barnes is the best choice to flip the district blue.
Live updates: Senate to vote on reining in Trump's Iran war powers
Get live updates and the latest news as Senate votes on reining in Trump's Iran war powers and Vance rebukes Pope Leo over his criticisms of U.S. foreign policy.
Presidential Downballot Losses: An Updated History and a Look Ahead to Trump’s Second Term
Since World War II, presidents have consistently presided over losses for their party in down-ballot offices—in the Senate, the House, governorships and state legislatures.
Planned Parenthood endorses Mills in Maine U.S. Senate race
Mills is in a three-way Democratic primary on the June 9 ballot. She faces Sullivan oyster farmer and veteran Graham Platner and former federal official David Costello of Brunswick.
GOP faces rising political tides on Iran, affordability in midterm year
Republicans are facing an increasingly difficult political environment in a midterm election year where their majorities in the House and Senate are on the line. The Iran war has been a drag on Pre…
Senate Democrats outline amendment strategy as budget debate nears
Members of the Colorado Senate met with their respective caucuses on Tuesday to discuss the state’s proposed $46.8 billion budget for fiscal year 2026-2027, which passed through the House over the weekend following lengthy debate. The full Senate will begin debating the budget on Wednesday. Joint Budget Committee members Sens. Jeff Bridges and Judy Amabile […]
Republicans are moving to fund Homeland Security 'the hard way' after end of talks
Republicans in Congress are forging ahead with a risky go-it-alone strategy for funding the Department of Homeland Security | KMBZ
Lawmakers leave special session to ban partisan gerrymandering open
Governor Tony Evers announced he would call for the special session during his State of the State Address.
Beshear vetoes bill that would have reshaped JCPS board
In his April 13 veto of Senate Bill 4, Beshear said the legislation violates the state's constitution by attempting to control the boards of Louisville and Lexington's school districts.
Colorado’s climate decisions are health decisions — and this moment matters
Colorado is at a pivotal moment. The state has made real progress transitioning to cleaner energy, but we still have much work to do.
Why onetime MA Sen. Scott Brown thinks he’s the Republican to flip New Hampshire’s open Senate seat
TN bill regarding children in social media content heads to gov's desk
A bill awaiting Gov. Bill Lee's signature would create new child-labor protections for children frequently featured in monetized family content.
Senate Republican calls proposed NASA budget cuts a ‘mistake’
Republican Sen. Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) on Sunday criticized the Trump administration’s proposed cuts to NASA. “I think it would be a mistake to put money only in the missions related to explora…
Cook Political Report shifts four Senate races toward Democrats
The Cook Political Report shifted four Senate races to the left on Monday but noted that the GOP is still favored to maintain its majority in the upper chamber this November. “With an increasingly…
WATCH LIVE: Senate returns from recess to consider judicial nominee after Iran talks come up short
In Focus Maine: The state budget
@MarisaJacquesTV talks with state Rep. @dgattine, @rightjack58 and state Sen. Peggy Rotundo @mainesenatedems about the state budget, spending priorities and the projected impact on Mainers.
Trump, Iran Tensions, Birthright Citizenship Fight, and Texas Senate Drama
Co-hosts Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina delve into the latest news in politics
Michigan U.S. Senate 'primary storm' captivates, but worries Democrats
For decades, Democrats have avoided competitive primary contests to pick the party's nominees for U.S. Senate. That's not the case this year.
Fleming, Cassidy, Letlow
Treasurer John Fleming, left, Sen. Bill Cassidy, center, and Rep. Julia Letlow, right, are all running in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate.
Democrats worry Schumer’s pick in Maine could imperil hopes of Senate control
Maine’s Democratic governor, Janet Mills, has gone negative against Graham Platner. The attacks have not worked, and Minority Leader Charles Schumer so far has declined to bail her out.
How the White House tried – and failed – to push a candidate out of a Republican state Senate primary in Indiana
With Trump’s sights set on unseating Indiana lawmakers who opposed his redistricting effort, his aides and allies feared a third candidate could play spoiler in one race.
Republicans block effort to halt Trump's war with Iran after 'civilization' threat
House Democrats tried to force a vote on a war powers resolution during recess. Senate Democrats will launch a more serious attempt to rein in Trump when Congress returns next week.
How Teach for America Helped Set Up James Talarico’s Political Rise
The prestigious education group is more than a shiny resume item. For the Democratic Senate candidate, it was an incubator for his rapid political ascent.
Rep. Seth Moulton picks: Josh Shapiro or Gavin Newsrom?
Democratic Rep. Seth Moulton, who launched a primary challenge against Sen. Ed Markey to represent Massachusetts in the U.S. Senate, answered rapid-fire questions on his decision to return money from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), his past comments about trans athletes and his stance on ICE. With the 2026 elections underway, The Post's Anna Liss-Roy is grilling candidates in races across the country, pressing Democrats and Republicans to share their takes at high-speed.
Democrats Are Obsessed With the Wrong Senate Races
Sherrod Brown and Roy Cooper aren’t driving the political conversation, but their races may ultimately decide the Senate majority.
Democrats fighting for Iowa Senate seat tussle over Chuck Schumer and super PACs
The primary fight between state Rep. Josh Turek and state Sen. Zach Wahls has emerged as a key race to watch, with Republicans ready to spend to defend the seat this fall.
Steve Vancore: Salt shaking the PPP poll on Ashley Moody vs. Alex Vindman
New poll tightens Florida Senate race but questions linger on methodology
Hector Mujica: Why I'm taking the fight to Florida's 28th Congressional District
Senate bid ends as campaign shifts focus to winnable House race
Colorado Democrats eye new fee on home insurance companies
Colorado Democrats are reviving a proposal to levy a new fee on home insurance companies, with the aim of distributing grants to fund “resilient” roofing. Introduced by Sen. Kyle Mullica, D-Thornton, Senate Bill 155 creates a government “enterprise,” which would collect a 0.5% fee of the total premium collected by an insurer on what’s called […]
Ben Albritton: Lawmakers won't approve budget before April 20
'We will share a schedule for that special session as soon as possible,' the Senate President wrote.
Maine Senate candidates emphasize priorities
While Platner continues his statewide town hall tour — Tuesday was his 54th — Mills released her policy platform.
Impatient Iowa landowners pressure Senate to hold eminent domain vote
Iowa landowners are putting pressure on Senate Republican leaders to hold a vote on legislation restricting eminent domain for carbon pipelines.
Inside Iowa Politics: Candidate Jim Carlin doesn’t want American troops on the ground in Iran
Jim Carlin, a former state senator who is running for the U.S. Senate, said that he supports the U.S. strikes on Iran but doesn't want to see the country engaged in a long war.
Inside Iowa Politics: Candidate Jim Carlin doesn’t want American troops on the ground in Iran
Jim Carlin, a former state senator who is running for the U.S. Senate, said that he supports the U.S. strikes on Iran but doesn't want to see the country engaged in a long war.
Inside Iowa Politics: Candidate Jim Carlin doesn’t want American troops on the ground in Iran
Jim Carlin, a former state senator who is running for the U.S. Senate, said that he supports the U.S. strikes on Iran but doesn't want to see the country engaged in a long war.
Richard Lamondin pivots from congressional run to SD 38 challenge, drawing early party support
After months engaging voters in CD 27, Richard Lamondin is redirecting his campaign to a closely watched Miami-Dade Senate seat.
Annette Taddeo weighs run for her old Senate seat as Dems seek to build on recent wins
Democratic operatives say momentum from recent upsets has sparked renewed interest in a potential Taddeo comeback bid.
Business People: Sen. Luján given James Beard award for legislative work
Luján was honored for leading Senate Democrats in introducing legislation to prevent food aid from being withheld during the shutdown.
Republican group to spend $45M to help Rogers win Michigan Senate race
A national Republican group said it’s dumping $45 million into Michigan’s open U.S. Senate race as an initial investment to help ex-Rep. Mike Rogers.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Awards $350,769 to UND
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced the award of $350,769 to the University of North Dakota (UND).
Platner using trivia games, happy hours to power Senate campaign
Democrat Graham Platner is attracting support for his Maine Senate campaign from voters willing to forgive his past transgressions and embrace his populist message.
Democrats with distinct political vibes run for Andrea Hunley's Indy Senate seat
Three Democrats are vying for the Indiana Senate seat representing Indy's core. While many of their political views align, their vibes differ.
Lawmakers seek permanent funding for referral hotlines connecting families to mental health care
A bill heard by a Rhode Island Senate panel last week would fold funding for telephone hotlines used by pediatricians and family doctors to connect kids and parents to mental health treatment hotlines into a health department program funded by insurer contributions.
USG leaders present on upcoming elections, votes on proctoring, mental health initiative
Undergraduate Student Government (USG) leaders presented on the spring election cycle, the Mental Health Committee's 'One Too Many' initiative, and the upcoming faculty vote on proctoring at Sunday's Senate meeting.
Vault: The break from crypto politics is over
It’s been three months since the collapse of the Senate Banking Committee’s effort to advance a landmark crypto market structure bill. Now, with election season right around the corner, the panel is gearing up to try once more.
Sen. Tim Kaine says Congress will 'have a hard time' reviewing Trump's military budget request
The Virginia senator told "Meet the Press" he and other members of the Senate Armed Services Committee would be "taking a look" at the request over the next few weeks.
How Graham Platner is using trivia games and happy hours to help power his Maine Senate campaign
Democrat Graham Platner is attracting support for his Maine Senate campaign from voters willing to forgive his past transgressions and embrace his populist message
How Graham Platner is using trivia games and happy hours to help power his Maine Senate campaign
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How Graham Platner is using trivia games and happy hours to help power his Maine Senate campaign
Democrat Graham Platner is attracting support for his Maine Senate campaign from voters willing to forgive his past transgressions and embrace his populist message.
How Graham Platner is using trivia games and happy hours to help power his Maine Senate campaign
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Can Hawaiʻi Deliver All Of America From Citizens United?
A state Senate bill proposes a novel approach that one legal expert says would make the controversial national campaign finance law irrelevant in the islands.
Senate staffer joins law firm; coffee company names new CCO; reunion for banker
Take a look at some of the recent promotions and new hires announced at south Louisiana businesses.
Politics: Iowa Senate Republicans release FY2027 budget proposal
Iowa Senate Republicans last week announced their proposed budget for the coming fiscal year; it comes in at about $100 million below Gov. Kim Reynolds’ budget, which was released at
Orange County lawyer to fill Meyer’s empty N.C. Senate seat
Jonah Garson is a Chapel Hill native and part of the state Democratic Party leadership.
Julia Letlow faces more questions about past DEI comments in Louisiana Senate campaign
Can U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy raise enough questions about U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow’s conservative credentials?
A Meat Plant Closed in Nebraska. Then Politics Became a Focus for These Latinos
Politically disconnected young men, especially Latinos, helped fuel President Trump’s victory, but in this economy, they could move to unconventional candidates like Dan Osborn in Nebraska.
In Alaska's U.S. Senate race, Peltola takes aim at 'crooked' political elites
If you follow Mary Peltola on social media, maybe you’ve noticed that the former Alaska congresswoman is talking about more than fish, family and freedom as she runs for U.S. Senate.
Idaho Democratic leaders say Republican-led cuts are an ‘unbelievable mess’
Senate and House minority leaders railed against their Republican colleagues at a news conference following the end of the legislative session.
Graham Platner’s political outsider vibe gains steam in Maine among Democrats
Graham Platner, an oyster farmer with a plainspoken style, isn’t a typical Senate candidate. But in a cycle where political outsiders are increasingly gaining traction, candidates like him are no l…
Mass. Senate proposes $1M to revive cannabis health awareness effort
Funding would restart a long-mandated public education campaign, though it remains below requests and is not yet guaranteed.
Bypassing Congress, Trump says he'll sign order to resume pay for Homeland Security
The DHS funding lapse had seemed likely to stretch into next week as the House is contemplating passing a Senate plan it had previously rejected to fund the bulk of the agency, but not its immigration enforcement operations.
Poll: Ashley Moody leading all potential Democratic opponents in Senate race
The Ron DeSantis appointee is a proven statewide candidate.
Senate sends bill to partially reopen DHS back to House
The Senate on Thursday unanimously approved a bill aimed at partially reopening the Department of Homeland Security, which leaves out funding for immigration enforcement and border patrol.
Republican plan to fund Homeland Security could get first test vote on Thursday
Johnson and Thune announced a return Wednesday to the bipartisan Senate plan worked out with Democrats that funds most of the department
Republican plan to fund Homeland Security could get first test vote on Thursday
Johnson and Thune announced a return Wednesday to the bipartisan Senate plan worked out with Democrats that funds most of the department
Wave of retirements and politics promise spending panel makeover
The House Appropriations Committee is set to undergo a major shake-up following the midterm elections, especially among its Republicans. With four members retiring, two running for Senate and four others in potentially tight reelection contests, nearly a third of the committee’s Republicans may not return in the next Congress. Democrats are looking at a lower […]
Hector Mujica enters CD 28 race, setting up potentially competitive challenge to Carlos Giménez
His switch from running for Senate to a Congressional bid follows polling that showed him within striking distance of the incumbent.
WA Senate leader Jamie Pedersen's business benefits from CCA, We the Governed finds
Glen Morgan found Washington State Senate Majority Leader Jamie Pedersen is writing laws that benefit the company he works for.
Citing patient deaths, Idaho Senate approves restoring cut Medicaid mental health programs
The bill would spend Idaho legal settlement funds to reinstate the mobile treatment program, called the Assertive Community Treatment program.
Senate and House Republicans Strike Deal to End Homeland Security Shutdown
Legislation to reopen the department, which the House G.O.P. angrily rejected on Friday, could be approved as early as Thursday morning. It represents a sharp turnaround by them and President Trump.
Georgia Senate candidates weigh health care policies after medical scare reshapes race
A medical emergency changed the pace of a Northwest Georgia Senate race.Now, it is shaping how the candidates talk about health care.Lanny Thomas and Jack Ziblu
Iowa Senate drops insurer, managed care limits from subacute mental health bill
Democrats argued the Senate's changes to the subacute mental health care bill would provide less assistance to Iowans than the House proposal.
Faulkingham responds to alleged labor violations
Faulkingham is an outspoken critic of Gov. Janet Mills, a Democrat running for the U.S. Senate, and many of the state agencies under her control.
What to know about Republicans' report on outside influences at DOJ
Senate Republicans issued a 200-page report on the work of envionmental fellows paid by an outside group to work at the DOJ.
Jay Collins confident GOP will take back his old Senate seat in November
The former Senator is 'happy to help' win the seat in the General Election.
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