U.S. Senate

John Fetterman and David McCormick, Pennsylvania’s US senators, displayed an unusual display of friendship at Sun Valley. The Senate’s leadership is up for grabs this fall.

Graham Platner officially withdrew his US Senate candidacy in Maine, ending a campaign marked by scandals, including recent sexual assault accusations. Maine’s secretary of state confirmed the withdrawal paperwork.

Graham Platner withdrew his candidacy for US Senate in Maine, ending a campaign marked by scandals including recent sexual assault accusations. Maine’s secretary of state confirmed he filed paperwork to remove his name from the November ballot.

Graham Platner, accused of rape, has formally withdrawn from his US Senate bid. He posted a message referencing 'Free Palestine' and did not name a successor to challenge Republican incumbent Sen. Susan Collins.

Graham Platner is suspending his bid for the US Senate. The article suggests this action should serve as both a relief and a warning to all Americans.

President Donald Trump will not sign the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act to protest Congress not passing the SAVE America Act. The housing bill will still become law at 12:01 a.m. Saturday due to the 10-day rule, as Trump does not veto it. The housing measure has broad support, while the SAVE Act faces significant opposition.

President Donald Trump will not sign the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, protesting Congress's failure to pass the SAVE America Act. The housing bill will become law at 12:01 a.m. Saturday due to the 10-day rule, as Trump neither signs nor vetoes it. The housing measure passed Congress with strong support but the SAVE Act remains stalled, with public polling showing it is divisive despite Trump's claims of broad backing.

President Donald Trump will not sign the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which aims to lower housing costs, as a protest against Congress not passing his priority, the SAVE America Act. The housing bill will still become law at 12:01 a.m. Saturday due to the 10-day rule, as Congress is not in adjournment during the July Fourth recess.

A court heard an alleged confession from the accused Charlie Kirk assassin in texts with a lover. Trump warned of an assassination plot targeting the US leader, while socialists announced a radical platform to abolish the US Senate.

The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) plan to launch a platform advocating for the abolition of the U.S. Senate and replacing the president and Supreme Court with Congress-appointed bodies. The platform includes amnesty for all immigrants, defunding the Department of War, and aligning with the DSA's existing policies such as Medicare for all and canceling student loan debt. The group has gained momentum through electoral victories of its endorsed candidates.

The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) plan to introduce a new platform aiming to abolish the US Senate, replace the president and Supreme Court with Congress-appointed bodies, provide amnesty for all immigrants, and defund the Department of War. The DSA has recently seen electoral successes, with several endorsed candidates defeating sitting Democratic members of Congress.

Graham Platner, a U.S. Senate candidate, spoke at an event hosted by Sen. Bernie Sanders in Maine. The Associated Press published a weekly news quiz highlighting recent events.

Maine is a key state in the Democratic Party's plan to win back the U.S. Senate. The plan is in trouble as Democrats scramble to replace nominee Graham Platner, who is not going quietly.

Graham Platner's scandal-plagued campaign for a US Senate seat in Maine caused a rift within the Democratic party, undermining efforts to oppose President Donald Trump's agenda. Platner's departure without unifying support for a replacement threatens Democrats' chances of gaining Senate control in the midterms, according to the article.

A judge dismissed a lawsuit challenging U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville's eligibility to run for Alabama governor. The lawsuit alleged Tuberville does not meet the residency requirement for the position.

Roy Cooper is speaking in Wadesboro as part of his Make Stuff Cost Less tour. He is campaigning for the U.S. Senate.

Graham Platner withdrew from Maine's U.S. Senate race following a sexual assault allegation, prompting Democrats to select a replacement by July 27. Candidates including Troy Jackson, Nirav Shah, Dan Kleban, Shenna Bellows, and Jordan Wood have announced or expressed interest in the nomination.

Republicans in Congress face internal conflicts as they struggle to pass legislation before the November midterm elections. Disputes over the SAVE America Act and other bills like government funding, defense policy, and a farm bill have stalled progress, with House Speaker Mike Johnson and Senate Majority Leader John Thune working to address the challenges.

James Talarico raised over $30 million in the second quarter, a record for a U.S. Senate candidate in an election year's second quarter, and nearly tripled Beto O’Rourke's 2018 fundraising amount in the same period.

President Donald Trump must decide by July 11 whether to sign a bipartisan housing bill that would lower costs by expanding supply and adjusting federal loan programs. The bill, supported by diverse housing groups, could become law automatically if not signed due to a constitutional provision requiring a 10-day consideration period. Trump has stated he will not sign the bill to pressure Congress on an unrelated election security measure.

Graham Platner ended his bid for U.S. Senate. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump is assisting in the investigation of Nolan Wells' death.

Graham Platner ended his bid for U.S. Senate. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump is assisting in the investigation of Nolan Wells' death. The article references an image credit to Laura Brett.

Graham Platner, a Democrat and oysterman running for the US Senate in Maine, suspended his campaign after being accused of sexual assault. The development impacts a key 2026 midterms race.

President Donald Trump must decide by 12:01 a.m. Saturday, July 11, whether to sign a bipartisan housing bill passed by Congress. The bill, called the 21st Century Road to Housing Act, aims to lower housing costs by expanding supply and streamlining regulations. Trump has refused to sign it to pressure the Senate on an unrelated election security measure, but the bill will automatically become law if he does not act.

Graham Platner's downfall is threatening Democrats' chances of winning the US Senate. He was a Democratic US Senate candidate at a campaign rally in Blue Hill, Maine, on June 9, 2026.

Graham Platner, an anti-Israel candidate in Maine, ends his US Senate campaign following a rape accusation. He denies guilt and had previously concealed a Nazi tattoo while campaigning with anti-AIPAC rhetoric.

A liberal woman has credibly accused Graham Platner of rape, leading to his withdrawal from the US Senate race in Maine. The article criticizes the 'Dem' party for its response to the scandal.

US Senate nominee Platner has halted his campaign following sexual assault allegations. Several high-profile Democrats have withdrawn their support for Platner.

Graham Platner, the Democratic nominee for US Senate in Maine, has suspended his campaign following sexual assault allegations. He accused the Democratic establishment and corporate media of undermining his campaign in an 11-minute video.

Graham Platner, a Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate in Maine, announced his withdrawal from the race following a sexual assault allegation. The incident has sparked internal party conflict and threatens Democrats' efforts to regain control of the Senate.

Graham Platner, a U.S. Senate candidate, exits his race following a rape allegation. The incident is cited as the reason for his withdrawal.

Maine Democrat Graham Platner has suspended his U.S. Senate campaign following accusations of assault. He continues to assert his innocence, according to a CBS News report by Caitlin Huey-Burns.

President Donald Trump must decide by July 11 whether to sign a bipartisan housing bill that would lower costs by expanding construction. If he does not act, the bill will automatically become law due to a constitutional provision, as Congress is not adjourned during the July Fourth recess. Trump is withholding signature to pressure the Senate on an unrelated election security measure.

Patrick Dempsey, a native of Lewiston, Maine, announced he will not run for U.S. Senate in his home state. He is best known for his role on ABC’s 'Grey’s Anatomy.'

Republicans are optimistic about maintaining Senate control as Democrats struggle with internal issues in Maine. A sexual assault accusation against Democratic candidate Graham Platner has weakened his campaign, with potential replacements seen as less threatening to Republican Sen. Susan Collins. The National Republican Senatorial Committee suggests Democrats now lack a viable path to a Senate majority without Maine.

President Donald Trump must decide by July 11, 2026, whether to sign or veto a bipartisan housing bill aimed at lowering costs. If unsigned, the bill becomes law automatically under the Constitution's 10-day rule. Trump has refused to sign it to pressure the Senate on an unrelated election security measure.

President Donald Trump must decide by 12:01 a.m. Saturday, July 11, whether to sign a bipartisan housing bill aimed at lowering costs by increasing supply. If he does not sign, the bill will automatically become law due to a constitutional provision, as Congress is not adjourned during the July Fourth recess. Trump has stated he will withhold signature to pressure the Senate on an unrelated election security measure.

President Donald Trump must decide by 12:01 a.m. Saturday, July 11, whether to sign a bipartisan housing bill aimed at lowering costs. The bill will automatically become law if not signed, as Congress is not adjourned under the constitutional 10-day rule. Trump has refused to sign it to pressure the Senate on an unrelated election security measure.

President Donald Trump must decide by 12:01 a.m. Saturday, July 11, whether to sign a bipartisan housing bill aimed at lowering costs. If he does not act, the bill will become law automatically due to a constitutional provision, as Congress is not adjourned. Trump has refused to sign the measure to pressure the Senate on an unrelated election security issue.

Graham Platner faces pressure to end his Senate campaign after rape allegations, prompting Troy Jackson to file paperwork for a potential Senate run if Platner withdraws. Prominent Democrats and progressive groups have shifted support to Jackson, who previously ran for governor and has ties to Bernie Sanders.