The U.S. Senate has extended Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) until April 30, continuing the debate between national security and civil rights.

Republicans in the U.S. Senate have voiced their backing for former President Trump's proposed military sales to Israel, indicating continued support for the arms deals.

NPR's A Martinez asks Jessica Taylor of the Cook Political Report about a new report on the midterm outlook for U.S. Senate races.

A new U.S. Senate bill has been introduced that would grant the Secretary of Defense authority to deploy autonomous lethal artificial intelligence systems, raising concerns about 'killer AI weapons'.

The U.S. Senate has approved funding for most of the Department of Homeland Security, shifting the focus to the House for further action.

Texas Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico is facing backlash for suggesting that concerns about men participating in women's sports constitute a 'far-right conspiracy'.

A U.S. Senate report indicates that identity theft, often linked to major data broker breaches, has cost Americans over $20 billion in the last decade.

Democratic and Republican candidates are competing for open seats in the U.S. Senate and House, as well as for governor and other statewide offices in the upcoming 2026 Illinois primary election.

The U.S. Senate has confirmed a new director for the National Security Agency, ending a prolonged vacancy in the leadership of the critical intelligence agency.

In a key moment, a Republican and a Democrat in the U.S. Senate agreed on legislation to amend the Sports Broadcasting Act, Yahoo! Sports’ Ross Dellenger reported. Sens.

The U.S. Senate Wednesday struck down a resolution seeking to limit Donald Trump’s authority to continue attacks on Iran, narrowly signaling congressional backing for a conflict la...

Progressive star Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, conceded her race for U.S. Senate after suffering an “embarrassing" defeat to a much lesser-known Democrat, state Rep. James Talarico.

The U.S. Senate is progressing with a bipartisan legislative package aimed at reducing housing costs for Americans, which includes new grants and a prohibition on large institutional investors in the housing market.

Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico is adopting a compassionate campaign approach in the competitive Texas political landscape.

Marquee primary contests will determine the major-party nominees for an open U.S. Senate seat. The real action could unfold lower down the ballot.

Maine U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner, a Democrat, issued an apology for using the 'R-word' during a recent interview where he addressed a controversy surrounding his tattoos.

CNN's Harry Enten provides an analysis of the likelihood of Republicans losing control of the U.S. Senate.

The Texas Lieutenant Governor has issued a warning that Democrats could potentially win a U.S. Senate seat if Republicans fail to unify.

The U.S. Senate has approved funding for most of the Department of Homeland Security, unblocking national security funding after weeks of legislative deadlock and airport disruptions, though the political battle over ICE funding continues as the measure moves to the House of Representatives.

The U.S. Senate has approved funding for most of the Department of Homeland Security, unblocking national security funding after weeks of legislative deadlock and airport disruptions, with the measure now moving to the House of Representatives for approval, as reported by the Wall Street Journal.

The partisan logic about nuking the Senate filibuster contains lessons about Trump’s war on Iran.

The U.S. Senate has issued new guidelines, approving the use of AI tools like ChatGPT for official work by Senate aides, including research, drafting, and editing documents.

The results for Mississippi's 2026 U.S. Senate and U.S. House primary races have been announced.

A Marine veteran and Green Party candidate, Brian McGinnis, remains resolute in his bid for the U.S. Senate in North Carolina despite a violent arrest at the Capitol.

Voters are casting ballots in U.S. Senate primaries in North Carolina and Texas, with Democrats hoping to flip a seat in North Carolina and Trump loyalty being a key factor for GOP candidates in Texas.

Editor’s Note: In a widely read letter to Mike Lee, the U.S. Senate Chairman on Antritrust, Competitive Policy and Consumer Rights, James Cameron argued that “a sale of Warner Bros Discovery to…

James Talarico, the Texas state representative whose appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert was restricted by CBS from its airwaves, will be in Los Angeles on Thursday for a fundraiser. Talarico is running for U.S. Senate in the Democratic primary against candidates including Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX), hoping to flip the seat long […]

Trump Calls In FEMA To Respond To Sewage Disaster In Potomac River Authored by Jill McLaughlin via The Epoch Times, President Donald Trump is directing federal emergency teams to respond to a sewage spill on the Potomac River, calling it a “massive ecological disaster” and blaming local leaders for not handling the crisis, which began nearly a month ago. “There is a massive Ecological Disaster unfolding in the Potomac River as a result of the Gross Mismanagement of Local Democrat Leaders, particularly, Governor Wes Moore, of Maryland,” Trump posted on Truth Social on Feb. 16. Moore’s office didn’t immediately return a request for comment on Trump’s statement. On Jan. 19, a section of the Potomac Interceptor sewer line collapsed, causing the failure of a 60-year-old, 72-inch concrete pipeline along the Clara Barton Parkway in Montgomery County, Maryland. Over 250 million gallons of sewage poured into the Potomac River in one of the largest spills in U.S. history, according to University of Maryland researchers. Water samples collected at the site show high levels of E. coli and Staphylococcus aureus, the bacteria that causes staph infections, researchers reported. “People coming into contact with the impacted water or land are at risk of becoming infected with these bacteria, which can lead to serious health conditions,” said Dr. Rachel Rosenberg Goldstein, a microbiologist and assistant professor at the university. Trump said the spill was the “result of incompetent local and state management of essential waste management systems.” “It is clear local authorities cannot adequately handle this calamity,” Trump stated. “Therefore, I am directing federal authorities to immediately provide all necessary management, direction, and coordination to protect the Potomac, the water supply in the Capital region, and our treasured National Resources in our Nation’s Capital City.” Despite state and local leaders not asking for federal assistance, Trump said he “cannot allow incompetent local ‘leadership’ to turn the river in the heart of Washington into a disaster zone.” The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), part of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), will play a key role in coordinating the response, the president stated. FEMA and DHS are facing a partial funding lapse as Democrats in the U.S. Senate demand changes to immigration enforcement. Crews work to keep raw sewage from flowing into the Potomac River after a pipeline rupture, in Glen Echo, Md., on Jan. 23, 2026. Cliff Owen/AP Photo According to Virginia’s health department, the utility DC Water is handling repairs to the pipe, while Maryland has regulatory authority over the Potomac River for recreational advisories, water quality monitoring, and issuing bans on shellfish harvesting. The Virginia Health Department was working with the Maryland departments of Health and the Environment during the crisis. DC Water has stated that drinking water is not affected by the incident. The nearest Virginia location using the Potomac River as a primary source of water is the city of Fairfax, with an intake located several miles upstream of where the sewage spill entered the river, according to Virginia. Tyler Durden Tue, 02/17/2026 - 10:40

Epstein accusations have surfaced in the U.S. Senate following a dispute over the César Chávez Monument, with Senator Heinrich proposing an amendment to address the monument and honor the farm labor movement.

Former Senator Ben Sasse, who is battling cancer, has voiced strong criticism of the U.S. Senate, describing it as full of 'blowhards.' He also warned of America facing institutional collapse and cultural fragmentation, suggesting politics distracts from a technology revolution.

Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has announced energy executive Alan Armstrong as his choice to fill the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Markwayne Mullin, who is set to become the next DHS Secretary.

The U.S. Senate has once again rejected a motion to discharge a joint resolution aimed at withdrawing American forces and restricting former President Trump's war powers concerning Iran.

A former ESPN reporter has announced her candidacy for a U.S. Senate seat, expressing her embarrassment with the current leadership in her state.

Talarico, who is looking to flip Texas blue in his quest for the U.S. Senate, says the attacks from Republicans are a distraction from real issues.

GOP Rep. Eric Burlison of Missouri endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in a Lone Star State Republican U.S. Senate primary runoff.

Kansas Democrats are reportedly concentrating their U.S. Senate campaign efforts on unseating the incumbent Republican, highlighting their strategy for the upcoming election.

This week's news quiz features James Talarico winning the Texas Democrats' primary race for U.S. Senate, and a pizza chain closing stores.

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Primaries for a U.S. Senate seat in Texas are being closely watched, with information on how to vote and ID rules provided.

Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, who is seeking a seat in the U.S. Senate, issued a campaign video that features people declaring, "F--- Trump."

Michigan Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, endorsed by Sen. Bernie Sanders, is facing criticism for allegedly changing his stance on a significant issue.

Stephen Colbert went public Monday night with a striking accusation against his own network: that CBS lawyers had barred him from airing an interview with Texas state Rep. James Talarico, who is running for U.S. Senate, in a preemptive bow to FCC pressure over the agency’s push to apply its “equal time” rule to late-night […]