GOP Senator Opposes Undeclared War on Iran
A Republican senator has voiced opposition to continuing the war on Iran for more than 60 days without a formal declaration of war, highlighting growing domestic political concerns over the conflict.
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A Republican senator has voiced opposition to continuing the war on Iran for more than 60 days without a formal declaration of war, highlighting growing domestic political concerns over the conflict.

Republican senators have spoken out against Donald Trump's threats to withdraw from NATO, while retired Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg has criticized the alliance's effectiveness in the Iran conflict and suggested new defense alignments. These discussions highlight rising tensions and concerns about NATO's stability and future.

US Republican Senator John Curtis, along with three other senators, has expressed support for Taiwan's government in its efforts to increase military expenditure, highlighting the strengthening relations between the two parties.

The US Department of Homeland Security funding lapse, now the longest partial shutdown, continues to cause airport chaos. President Trump has ordered airport security personnel to receive their payroll to alleviate staffing shortages and long queues.

Republican Senator David McCormick has joined other US lawmakers in backing a new bill that seeks to officially designate the Polisario Front as a terrorist group.

The Senate is moving towards a vote to confirm Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin as the new Secretary of Homeland Security, with his confirmation expected soon amidst a deepening TSA standoff and criticism from an ex-Republican lawmaker regarding questions at his hearing.
A Republican Senator expressed bafflement after a Democratic Senator reportedly left a hearing immediately following an objection. The incident raised questions about the Democrat's abrupt departure.

Records shed light on how Scott Brown – then Trump’s New Zealand ambassador, now running for Senate – responded to Kennedy’s 2019 Samoa trip ahead of measles outbreak When Robert F Kennedy Jr ran for president as a Democrat in 2023, he found an unexpected ally in Scott Brown. A former Republican senator, Brown had begun a tradition of hosting Republican presidential candidates for barbecues in his New Hampshire back yard, where they could stump for votes and get attention ahead of the state’s...

FCC Chair Brendan Carr's threats to revoke broadcast licenses over Iran war coverage have drawn pushback from both Republican Senator Ron Johnson and Democrats, who criticize the move as anti-First Amendment and 'totalitarian' following Trump's 'fake news' claims.

Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville shared a shameful comparison of the September 11, 2001 attacks on New York on his X profile.

Tillis blames Miller for embarrassing White House with tough talk about Greenland and immigration conspiracies
Former Republican Senator Ben Sasse of Nebraska spoke about the current state of US politics and his personal battle with terminal pancreatic cancer.
A Marine veteran protesting the Iran war reportedly sustained an injury during a struggle with a Republican senator, described as 'lunatic behavior' by some observers.
Seth Bodnar, former president of the University of Montana, has announced an independent campaign challenging Republican Senator Steve Daines.
Two Republican senators are reportedly seeking a $200 billion tax cut that would bypass the traditional congressional process.

US president says he is willing to speak to Iran’s remaining leadership as war spreads across Middle East – key US politics stories from 1 March 2026 Republican senators have defended Donald Trump’s…

US President Donald Trump stated today that he is considering appointing Republican Senator Ted Cruz to a future US Supreme Court seat when it opens, even though Cruz last month…

At a particularly critical juncture for the Middle East, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham calls on Donald Trump to order a military strike against Iran, ignoring, as he says, his advisors.

In a rare letter to Republican senators, four descendants of the former president oppose mining near a wilderness area in Minnesota.
A Republican Senator was photographed at Disney, seemingly contradicting his previous public vow to boycott the "woke" park.

US Senators Unveil 'Mined In America Act' To Reshore BTC Mining, Codify Bitcoin Strategic Reserve Authored by Micah Zimmerman via BitcoinMagazine.com, Republican Senators Bill Cassidy…
Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen and Republican Senator Thom Tillis have completed a tour of East Asia, aimed at reassuring US allies in the region.

Denis Bećirović, Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina, held separate meetings with US Republican Senators Rand Paul and Marsha Blackburn in Washington, focusing on security challenges and American support for BiH.

The US Senate has confirmed Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin as the new Secretary of Homeland Security, replacing Kristi Noem, following President Donald Trump's nomination. Oklahoma's governor has since named energy executive Alan S. Armstrong to temporarily fill Mullin's vacated Senate seat.
The Senate is moving towards a vote to confirm Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin as the new Secretary of Homeland Security, with his confirmation expected soon amidst a deepening TSA standoff.
A Republican senator, Thom Tillis, expressed disagreement with Donald Trump's recent comments about a former FBI chief, stating he doesn't celebrate anyone's death, especially someone who served the country.

Republican senators accuse Democrats of fear-mongering over SAVE Act as Senate prepares vote on election safeguards that could affect voter roll removals.

The Republican senator from North Carolina will not seek re-election after Trump threatened to primary him In the last US Senate hearing before Kristi Noem’s ouster, some of the fiercest criticism…
A Republican Senator and a witness engaged in a heated exchange during a hearing, clashing over former President Trump's proposed plans for mass deportations.
A Republican Senator urges the incoming Department of Homeland Security Secretary to reform the department, stating that the debate over immigration has been lost.

US President Donald Trump caused a political earthquake in America when he replaced the current Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, with Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin.

Kristi Noem was chastised by a Republican senator for shooting her dog and compared it to decisions she has made in federal leadership.
A Republican Senator has criticized South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem for spending $220 million on Department of Homeland Security ads that prominently feature her.

An Oklahoma Republican senator is facing backlash for describing the 'smell of war' despite never having served in the military, provoking uproar and accusations of disrespect towards soldiers.

Iran Strikes Should End In Regime Change, Senate Majority Leader Says, Ahead Of War Powers Vote Senate Majority Leader John Thune has made the maximalist hawkish US case on Iran, saying that any authorized strikes should result in nothing less than regime change in Tehran. "In my view, if you’re going to do something there, you better well make it about getting new leadership and regime change," the leading Republican Senator said Thursday. "If you’re going to take some sort of ...

During the Munich Security Conference, Republican Senator Lindsey Graham reportedly referred to the Danish Prime Minister as a 'little lady' and questioned 'who gives a damn about Greenland,' causing significant outrage.
Marco Rubio and JD Vance express differing tones on U.S. relations with Europe, highlighting a divergence in foreign policy perspectives within the Republican party.

President Trump's foreign policy is characterized by a controversial reinterpretation of historical doctrines like the Monroe Doctrine and an unusual interest in acquiring territories such as Greenland, sparking international debate.

President Donald Trump has fired Attorney General Pam Bondi, with her deputy Todd Blanche reportedly expected to fill the interim role, as confirmed by multiple media outlets including Fox News and El Mundo.

The United States has deployed a third aircraft carrier to the Middle East as the war with Iran continues, following the earlier deployment of the USS George H.W. Bush and ongoing repairs for the USS Ford, underscoring a heightened military posture.

Republican Senator Lindsey Graham is criticized for consistently advocating for conflict with Iran and for encouraging the US President towards war, a stance deemed dangerous by critics.

Dr. Casey Means' nomination for surgeon general has stalled as Republican senators express doubts about the Stanford-educated physician who became disillusioned with traditional medicine.
A Republican Senator stated on Fox News that spending $200 billion on an Iran war aligns with an 'America First' policy, acknowledging the significant cost but defending the expenditure.

US Republican Senator Lindsey Graham has advocated for the American military to seize Iran's Hark Island, comparing the strategic move to the Battle of Iwo Jima, a comparison now echoed by another senator regarding a possible US plan.
Comedians have publicly reacted to a comment made by a Republican senator during the confirmation hearing for Mullin.

Author Wynton Hall claims that Google's AI model, Gemini, identified rhetoric from several Republican senators as hate speech while finding no similar issues with Democrats, raising concerns about political bias.

Iran has rejected US President Trump's warnings about the safety of its team at the World Cup, with the team labeling the US as unfit to host the tournament. This follows Iran's shock announcement of its refusal to participate in the 2026 World Cup, escalating the geopolitical dispute into the realm of global athletics.

Thom Tillis says he believes Miller has ‘outsized influence’ over operations of Trump’s cabinet – key US politics stories from Sunday 8 March at a glance The Republican senator Thom Tillis said on Sunday that he believed the White House adviser Stephen Miller “should go” and that his role in the Trump administration has been a “big problem”. The senior senator representing North Carolina, when asked on CNN’s State of the Union if he thought Miller should go during a conversation about the adm...
Retiring Republican Senator Thom Tillis, a critic of Donald Trump, hosted a dog parade on Capitol Hill, using the event to highlight his independent political stance.
A Republican senator has announced their retirement, which is being described as part of a calculated political strategy.

President Donald Trump has so far refrained from backing either incumbent Republican senator or MAGA challenger but may now have his hand forced following win for Democratic rising star

A Republican senator is advocating for updates to the 1961 Sports Broadcasting Act, prompted by high streaming prices for live sports and the FCC's request for feedback on the shift from broadcast TV.

The Texas primaries are underway, testing whether the GOP's gains with Latino voters in 2024 will hold, while the state's Senate races have become increasingly personal and contentious, with a four-term Republican senator facing challengers.

Former President Donald Trump joked about nominating Senator Ted Cruz to the Supreme Court, suggesting he would receive '100%' bipartisan support to 'get him out of there'.
Republican senators face pressure to accelerate Trump judicial nominees as midterms approach, with nearly two dozen district court vacancies in red states.
Rick Perry announced his political group will spend 'whatever we need' to support John Cornyn in the upcoming Senate primary.