5 takeaways: Why Trump wants to use 'recess appointments' to bypass Senate approval
President-elect Donald Trump wants the Senate to bypass approval for his Cabinet choices. How is that possible? We'll explain ...
Trump issues early challenge to GOP Senate with defiant nominations
Trump is challenging congressional Republicans to defy him as he says he will nominate controversial figures to his Cabinet.
How does Senate confirmation process work? What to know as Trump makes Cabinet picks
Ahead of his inauguration in January, President-elect Donald Trump has announced around a half dozen Cabinet picks.
Senate Democrats Are Running Out of Time to Pass a Shield Law to Protect Journalism
The PRESS Act, which would protect journalists from government spying, enjoys broad bipartisan support and has passed the ...
Legal battle over Pennsylvania mail ballots with date issues returns as Senate recount begins
Republicans asked the Pennsylvania Supreme Court Thursday to again ensure that mail ballots with a missing or improper date ...
How does recount work in Pennsylvania? What to know as Senate race hangs in balance
The U.S. Senate election in Pennsylvania between Democratic Sen. Bob Casey and Republican challenger David McCormick is ...
Who will succeed Mitch McConnell as Senate leader?
John Thune, John Cornyn and Rick Scott are vying to succeed Mitch McConnell as the Republicans leader in the U.S. Senate.
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Senate plenary OKs P1.3 billion OVP fund cut
Vice President Sara Duterte thanked the Senate for approving the proposed P733.2-million budget for her office, even though ...