2021
Senate Democrats Postpone Key Vote On Kash Patel’s Confirmation As FBI Director
Senate Democrats delayed a key vote to advance the nomination of Kash Patel to lead the FBI, causing President Donald Trump’s pick to be confirmed until next week.
2024 election
Schumer Unanimously Re-Elected As Senate Democrat Leader, Despite Party Losing Control Of Upper Chamber
Democrat Senator Chuck Schumer was unanimously re-elected to serve another two years as the Senate leader on Tuesday, even though the Democrats officially lost control of the upper chamber in January.
advice and consent
Sen. John Thune: ‘All Options Open’ To Confirm Trump’s Cabinet Nominees
Incoming Senate Majority Leader John Thune has assured the public that “all the options” are on the table to get President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet picks through the confirmation process amid concerns that some appointees might not receive enough votes.
2024 election
Second Bipartisan Senate Border Bill Fails, Democrats Shift Blame Towards GOP
A second bipartisan border security measure failed to advance in the Senate on Thursday following its introduction.