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Rising star Talarico topples progressive firebrand Crockett in high-stakes Texas Senate Democratic primary
State Rep. James Talarico wins Texas Democratic Senate primary, setting up historic bid to become first Democrat elected to Senate in nearly four decades.

Kristi Noem review delayed FEMA aid by weeks, Senate finds
A report by Senate Democrats found that scrutiny of large FEMA expenditures slowed housing and employment assistance for victims of fires and storms.

Kristi Noem Grilled in Senate Hearing Over 'Domestic Terrorists' Comment
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem faced intense questioning from a Senate Democrat regarding her controversial remarks calling ICE shooting victims 'domestic terrorists'. A protester was also removed from the hearing after excoriating Noem's tenure as Homeland Security secretary.

Democrats React to Trump's SOTU Speech, Border Security Claims
House and Senate Democrats criticized Trump's State of the Union speech, citing 'lies' on health care and immigration, though one Democratic senator acknowledged progress in border security.

FBI investigations hindered by Kash Patel, whistleblower tells top Democrat
Dick Durbin accuses FBI chief of ‘irresponsible joyriding’ and says agency’s work marred by Patel’s poor decisions A top Senate Democrat alleged on Tuesday that FBI director Kash Patel’s personal trav
Senate Democrats blast Trump for failing to use sanctions to pressure Russia - Reuters
Senate Democrats blast Trump for failing to use sanctions to pressure Russia Reuters
Fetterman slams Democrats' 'Jim Crow 2.0' voter ID rhetoric as party unity fractures
Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., breaks with Senate Democrats on voter ID legislation, rejecting the "Jim Crow 2.0" characterization of the SAVE Act.

Crockett blasts ‘left’ for alleged skin darkening in ads as Texas Senate clash heats up
Texas Senate Democratic primary between Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, and Texas state Rep. James Talarico enters final stretch ahead of March 3 primary election.
Netflix's co-CEO says Trump has one big question about the Warner Bros. sale
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos said his conversations with President Donald Trump have been about jobs. Monica Schipper/WireImage; Brendan Smialowski/AFP via Getty Images Netflix's co-CEO said his talks

DHS Shutdown Enters Fourth Day Amidst Senate Funding Block
The Department of Homeland Security shutdown continues into its fourth day as Senate Democrats block funding over disagreements on ICE reforms, with no end in sight for negotiations.

Senate Democrats Introduce Bill to Break Up Major Meatpacking Companies
Senate Democrats have introduced legislation aimed at breaking up major meatpacking companies.
Talarico Wins Texas Senate Democratic Nomination; Cornyn and Paxton Head to Republican Runoff
State Representative James Talarico has secured the Texas Senate Democratic nomination, while Republicans John Cornyn and Ken Paxton are headed for a runoff election.
Senate Democrats Propose Meat Industry Breakup
Exclusive reports indicate that Senate Democrats are planning to propose a breakup of the meat industry.

How Religion Is Playing in the Senate Democratic Primary in Texas
James Talarico is talking up his beliefs and his status as a seminary student. Jasmine Crockett, his opponent, is the daughter of a pastor and is steeped in the Black church.

Senate Democrats Propose Bill to Limit Investor Ownership of Single-Family Homes
Senate Democrats are set to introduce legislation aimed at restricting private equity firms and large investors from owning single-family homes, a move that echoes some affordability ideas previously discussed.

Senate Democrats Again Block D.H.S. Funding, Demanding Enforcement Curbs
Democrats refused to allow a bill to reopen the Department of Homeland Security to move ahead without new restrictions on federal agents carrying out President Trump’s immigration enforcement drive.

Senate Democrats investigate CBS over blocked Colbert interview
Richard Blumenthal seeks records from FCC and Paramount Global amid claims of political censorship Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox US Senate Democrats are launching an investigation into whether the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and CBS parent company, Paramount, prevented Stephen Colbert, the network’s talkshow host, from broadcasting an interview with the Texas Democratic candidate, James Talarico. Richard Blumenthal, the ranking Dem...
US Senate Democrats introduce bill to force refunds of Trump tariffs deemed illegal - Reuters
US Senate Democrats introduce bill to force refunds of Trump tariffs deemed illegal Reuters
Top Maryland Senate Democrat says the 'window of opportunity is closed' for redistricting
A top Maryland Senate Democrat has stated that the 'window of opportunity is closed' for redistricting efforts.
Texas Senate Democratic Primary Early Voting Begins
Early voting has commenced in the Texas Senate Democratic primary election, with one candidate receiving a significant fundraising boost from a prominent talk show host.
Democrats Demand Answers on Lifting of US Spyware Sanctions
Senate Democrats are demanding explanations regarding the U.S. decision to lift sanctions on spyware. The move has raised concerns among lawmakers about national security and human rights implications.

Schumer, Dems hold firm on DHS funding despite Noem's bombshell ousting
The political standoff over DHS deepened as Democrats held firm on ICE reforms, while a frustrated Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., accused them of playing politics.

Cornyn and Paxton Head to Texas GOP Senate Runoff
DDHQ projects that Cornyn and Paxton will advance to a runoff election in the Texas Republican Senate primary.
Senate Democrats Propose Meat Industry Breakup
Exclusive reports indicate that Senate Democrats are planning to propose legislation aimed at breaking up the meat industry.

Trump Administration Seeks Pause for Tariff Refunds
The Trump administration is seeking a months-long pause for tariff refunds, following a Supreme Court decision that struck down some of President Trump’s tariffs and a bill introduced by Senate Democrats for refunds.
Senate Democrats press Trump to explain rationale behind new Iran strike amid warnings about dire risks - PressTV
Senate Democrats press Trump to explain rationale behind new Iran strike amid warnings about dire risks PressTV

Schumer, Dems again block DHS funding, force State of the Union showdown
Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., again forced vote on DHS funding as negotiations between Senate Democrats and the White House are on ice.

Democrats Propose Plan to Limit Wall Street Landlords, Countering Trump
Senate Democrats have introduced a bill to limit investors' purchases of single-family homes, presenting their own plan to counter a proposal expected from the president during his State of the Union address.

Senate Democrats call for government to start refunding $175bn in tariff money
Ron Wyden, Ed Markey and Jeanne Shaheen unveiling bill requiring CBP to issue refunds and pay interest A trio of Senate Democrats is calling for the government to start refunding roughly $175bn in ta

Senate Democrats Threaten Investigation of Paramount Over Trump Contacts
A group of Democratic senators is threatening an investigation into Paramount and has requested CEO David Ellison to preserve records regarding the company's contacts with Donald Trump over a Warner Bros. bid.

Mike Lee calls Schumer's 'Jim Crow 2.0' attack on voter ID bill 'paranoid fantasy'
Senate Democrats compare GOP voter ID push to "Jim Crow 2.0," but Sen. Mike Lee calls the comparison "paranoid fantasy" as the debate intensifies over federal election requirements.