Government shutdown nears end after Senate advances procedural vote
The Senate took an initial step Sunday night toward ending the 40-day government shutdown, advancing a procedural vote backed by a small group of moderate Democrats who agreed to move forward.
Senate takes first step toward ending the government shutdown
The Senate voted 60-40 to advance legislation to end the government shutdown, despite lacking a guaranteed extension of health care subsidies, which angered many Democrats.
Federal workers brace for missed paycheck as shutdown enters 5th week
Washington’s government shutdown has entered its fifth week with no resolution in sight, as Senate efforts to pass a House-approved continuing resolution to reopen the government have failed 12 times.
Here's how long the government shutdown could go on
This shutdown is expected to last at least three days, as the Senate isn't likely to hold any votes until at least Oct. 3.
‘Big beautiful bill’ passes in Senate: What’s in it and what comes next
Senate Republicans brought Trump’s big tax breaks and spending cuts bill to passage - with a tie-breaking vote from Vice President Vance - after a rocky all-night session.
Senate Republicans plan to release revisions to Trump tax bill
GOP leaders are expected to meet to discuss President Donald Trump’s massive spending bill, which he wants to have signed by July 4.
McConnell falls, sprains wrist after GOP luncheon
Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell was walking out of a luncheon on Tuesday when he tripped and fell.
Senate balance of power: Republicans win majority
Republicans won a majority of the U.S. Senate, retaking the upper chamber for the first time in four years.
Rep. Adam Schiff casts vote in Burbank: 'It's important to have your voice heard'
Democratic Rep. Schiff and Republican former Dodger Steve Garvey are battling to claim the U.S. Senate seat previously held by the late Dianne Feinstein.
Senate votes within hours to dismiss Mayorkas impeachment trial
Senate Democrats voted swiftly Wednesday to dismiss House Republicans’ impeachment trial against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
Who will replace Mitch McConnell as the Senate's top Republican?
Who might replace Mitch McConnell? Though no senator has announced their intention to run, there have been some vying for the job behind the scenes, according to the AP.
Mitch McConnell to resign as Senate Republican leader in November
Mitch McConnell, the longest-serving Senate leader in history who maintained his power in the face of dramatic convulsions in the Republican Party for almost two decades, will step down from that position in November.
Congressional leaders strike deal to punt government shutdown deadlines
Congressional leaders have reached a deal for a short-term federal funding extension until early March, a source familiar told Fox News Digital, assuaging fears of a partial government shutdown at the end of next week.
TikTok, Meta, X CEOs to testify before US Senate on child safety in January
The Senate Judiciary Committee is holding a hearing scheduled for Jan. 31 where five major social media platform CEOs will testify on online child exploitation.
Laphonza Butler will not seek term in Dianne Feinstein's US Senate seat
Laphonza Butler made the announcement in a statement released Thursday, Oct. 19, after being appointed by Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Government shutdown averted: Congress passes 45-day funding plan
The rushed package drops aid to Ukraine, a White House priority opposed by a growing number of GOP lawmakers, but increases federal disaster assistance by $16 billion.
Government shutdown almost certain after last-ditch effort collapses
A federal government shutdown is almost certain after House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's last-ditch plan to keep the government temporarily open collapsed.
Capitol physician: McConnell’s health episodes show 'no evidence' of being strokes or seizures
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell’s health episodes show “no evidence” of being strokes or seizures, the Capitol physician said in a letter released Tuesday after a medical evaluation and consultation with neurologists.
Sen. Mitch McConnell booed, heckled with chants to 'retire' at Kentucky rally
McConnell has had previous health scares in the last several months, leaving many of his voters with concerns.
GOP leader McConnell freezes during news conference at Capitol
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell briefly left his own press conference on Tuesday after stopping his remarks mid-sentence and staring off into space for several seconds.