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Todd Blanche confirmed as US Attorney General following narrow Senate vote
Former Trump personal lawyer Todd Blanche has been confirmed as US attorney general in a 50-49 Senate vote, ending a tense standoff.
US Senate Approves Todd Blanche as Attorney General
Todd Blanche, a former lawyer for President Donald Trump, has been confirmed as the US attorney general in a narrow 50-49 Senate vote despite Democratic warnings about Justice Department independence.
Fauci Faces Potential Contempt Charge Following Silence at Congressional Hearing
Anthony Fauci could face contempt of Congress charges after repeatedly invoking his Fifth Amendment right during a contentious Senate hearing on the origins and handling of the Covid-19 pandemic.
South Carolina Governor appoints sister of deceased senator to finish term
Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Darline Graham Nordone to fulfill the remaining term of her late brother, Senator Lindsey Graham, following an endorsement from President Donald Trump.
Mitch McConnell explains absence following fall and pneumonia diagnosis
Senator Mitch McConnell has confirmed he will delay his return to the Senate while recovering from a recent fall and pneumonia, ending weeks of speculation regarding his health.
US Senator and Donald Trump Ally Lindsey Graham Passes Away at 71
South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham, a veteran lawmaker and key ally of Donald Trump, has died unexpectedly at 71 following a brief illness.
Donald Trump honors late Senator Lindsey Graham as a distinguished patriot
Former President Donald Trump honored the late Senator Lindsey Graham, reflecting on their evolving political alliance and Graham's legacy as a dedicated public servant.
US Senate reverses course, supporting Trump on Iran war powers
The US Senate shifted its stance on Wednesday, defeating a resolution to limit President Trump's war powers following internal pressure from Republican leadership.
US Senate votes to curb Trump’s military action in Iran despite presidential pushback
The US Senate has passed a resolution calling for an end to hostilities in Iran, a move President Trump dismissed as meaningless even as his administration attempts to secure a diplomatic deal with Tehran.
Donald Trump Criticizes Senate and Republican Members Over Iran War Powers Resolution
President Donald Trump has rebuked the US Senate and a small group of Republican lawmakers following the passage of a resolution intended to limit his military authority regarding Iran.