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February 17

Mark Kelly eyes 2028 White House run while fighting Trump demotion threat

A federal judge blocked the Pentagon from demoting Sen. Mark Kelly over a video about "illegal orders" as the Arizona Democrat considers a 2028 presidential run.

February 17

Schumer, Dems' goal is to 'tie people down' so they can't campaign, Thune says

Every day campaigning matters ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, and Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., contended the Democrats are harming the GOP's ability to hit the trail.

February 17

Hunt files police report against Cornyn campaign staffer over alleged family 'doxxing' incident

Texas Senate candidate Wesley Hunt filed a police report after an opponent's campaign staffer allegedly posted his personal info on social media.

February 17

Texas early voting begins ahead of contentious March 3 primary elections

Texas primary voters may begin early voting Tuesday for the March 3 primary elections, though the races could advance to a runoff if no candidate secures a majority.

February 17

DHS shutdown drags into 4th day as Senate Democrats block funding over ICE reforms

Senate Democrats have yet to provide a counter to the White House's latest offer in ongoing negotiations that have no end in sight.

February 16

Rep. Chip Roy clarifies 'SAVE Act,' responds to married women voting claims

Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, discusses the 'SAVE Act,' detailing citizenship proof requirements for voter registration and debunking claims it blocks married women on 'The Will Cain Show.'

February 16

Democrats blast voter ID, Sen. Mike Lee defends 'Save America Act'

As Democrats label voter ID 'racist' and 'misogynistic,’ Sen. Mike Lee defends the 'Save America Act’ and counters claims of voter suppression on ‘Jesse Watters Primetime.’

February 16

Thune guarantees voter ID bill to hit the Senate despite Schumer, Dem opposition: 'We will have a vote'

SAVE America Act faces Senate filibuster hurdle despite 50 GOP backers as Republicans weigh talking filibuster option to advance voter ID requirements.

February 16

GOP reaches key 50-vote threshold for Trump-backed voter ID bill as Senate fight looms

Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, leads the campaign to win 50 Republican votes for a conservative voter ID bill, but Senate Democrats plan to block the SAVE America Act in Congress.

February 16

Sharia law victim who fled Somalia issues endorsement in critical Senate race

Ayaan Hirsi Ali, who fled Sharia law, has endorsed Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, for re-election in a critical Senate race that could determine whether the GOP retains its majority.