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July 17

Senate Republicans, do the right thing on Trump's unfit judicial nominee

North Carolina Republican Sen. Thom Tillis may hold key vote on controversial Third Circuit Court of Appeals nominee Emil Bove.

July 17

'Long overdue': Senate Republicans ram through Trump's clawback package with cuts to foreign aid, NPR

Senate Republicans pass $9 billion rescissions bill targeting foreign aid, NPR and PBS, with Vice President Vance casting the decisive vote amid opposition from Democrats, Republicans.

July 16

Sean Hannity: Is there anyone in the Democratic Party willing to stand up to 'Marxist, Communist' statists?

Fox News host Sean Hannity sounds the alarm on Democrats welcoming 'Marxist Mamdani' to Capitol Hill on 'Hannity.'

July 16

Senate majority leader says Republicans ready to move on Russia sanctions bill when Trump gives green light

Senate Majority Leader John Thune says Republicans will vote on a Russia sanctions bill once Trump approves it, as pressure mounts on Moscow to negotiate peace in Ukraine.

July 16

Minnesota Senator Tina Smith hospitalized after not feeling well at Capitol

Senator Tina Smith of Minnesota was admitted to the hospital on Wednesday afternoon after feeling unwell while working at the Capitol.

July 16

DHS fires back at Durbin for claiming federal agents are just 'arresting gardeners' instead of criminals

Sen. Durbin criticizes HSI for focusing on immigration enforcement instead of organized crime, while DHS counters that agents are removing dangerous criminals.

July 16

Senate marches toward passing Trump's $9B clawback bill after dramatic late-night votes

Trump's $9 billion rescissions package is advancing, despite a trio of Republican defections. It targets foreign aid and public broadcasting funding.

July 16

Congress considers permanent national park fee increase for international visitors

Senator Jim Banks is leading a bill to make increased fees national parks fees for foreign travelers permanent.

July 16

Sen. Ron Johnson looks to investigate Biden's pardons

Sen. Ron Johnson, R-Wis., discusses mortgage fraud accusations against Democratic Sen. Adam Schiff, Senate efforts to codify DOGE spending cuts, and his investigation into former President Biden's pardons.

July 16

RNC chair says 'big, beautiful bill' key part of GOP's strategy to win seats in midterm elections

GOP chair Michael Whatley touts Trump's domestic policy package as the embodiment of Republican promises on economy, border security and defense ahead of the 2026 midterm elections