Sen. John Fetterman's case highlights common stroke, depression link
Pennsylvania Democratic Senator John Fetterman is seeking treatment for severe depression months after having a stroke. Fetterman last year had the most common kind of stroke, caused by clots that block a blood vessel to the brain.
Pennsylvania Democratic Senator John Fetterman is seeking treatment for severe depression months after having a stroke. Fetterman last year had the most common kind of stroke, caused by clots that block a blood vessel to the brain.
Sen. John Fetterman checks into hospital, cites clinical depression
U.S. Senator John Fetterman checked himself into Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Wednesday night to receive treatment for clinical depression, according to his office.
U.S. Senator John Fetterman checked himself into Walter Reed National Military Medical Center Wednesday night to receive treatment for clinical depression, according to his office.
Senate to vote next week on protecting abortion rights
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer calls the abortion rights vote "one of the most important" saying in part "it deals with one of the most difficult decisions a woman has to make in her life.”
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer calls the abortion rights vote "one of the most important" saying in part "it deals with one of the most difficult decisions a woman has to make in her life.”
Biden dives into high-stakes negotiations over Build Back Better infrastructure plan
President Joe Biden appears determined to strike agreement with two wavering Democratic senators over his big $3.5 trillion government overhaul.
President Joe Biden appears determined to strike agreement with two wavering Democratic senators over his big $3.5 trillion government overhaul.
Biles: FBI turned ‘blind eye’ to reports of gymnasts’ abuse
The FBI made “fundamental” errors in investigating sexual abuse allegations against former USA Gymnastics national team doctor Larry Nassar and did not treat the case with the “utmost seriousness,” the Justice Department’s inspector general said Wednesday.
The FBI made “fundamental” errors in investigating sexual abuse allegations against former USA Gymnastics national team doctor Larry Nassar and did not treat the case with the “utmost seriousness,” the Justice Department’s inspector general said Wednesday.
Wisconsin's key role in US Senate
Wisconsin will play a key role in who controls the U.S. Senate – and now, we are getting a peek into the candidates' war chests.
Wisconsin will play a key role in who controls the U.S. Senate – and now, we are getting a peek into the candidates' war chests.
Milwaukee attorney enters US Senate race
The field of Democratic candidates for the senate seat currently held by Sen. Ron Johnson continues to grow, with a Milwaukee attorney a former candidate for the state Legislature joining the race.
The field of Democratic candidates for the senate seat currently held by Sen. Ron Johnson continues to grow, with a Milwaukee attorney a former candidate for the state Legislature joining the race.
Different votes, same message: Schumer, McConnell speak after Senate’s acquittal and condemn Trump
One voted to acquit, one voted to convict - but then they both took to the podium Saturday and condemned Trump’s rhetoric and actions leading up to the Jan. 6 riot.
One voted to acquit, one voted to convict - but then they both took to the podium Saturday and condemned Trump’s rhetoric and actions leading up to the Jan. 6 riot.
Senate sets confirmation hearing date for Merrick Garland, Biden's pick for attorney general
The Senate Judiciary Committee has set a confirmation hearing for Merrick Garland, President Joe Biden’s nominee for attorney general.
The Senate Judiciary Committee has set a confirmation hearing for Merrick Garland, President Joe Biden’s nominee for attorney general.
Democrats gain Senate control as new members sworn in, VP Kamala Harris presides
Three new senators were sworn into office Wednesday after President Joe Biden's inauguration, securing the majority for Democrats in the Senate and across a unified government.
Three new senators were sworn into office Wednesday after President Joe Biden's inauguration, securing the majority for Democrats in the Senate and across a unified government.
House, Senate pass bill to avert shutdown as COVID-19 relief negotiations continue
Congress approved a two-day stopgap spending measure Friday night to avert a partial government shutdown, sending bill to president Donald Trump.
Congress approved a two-day stopgap spending measure Friday night to avert a partial government shutdown, sending bill to president Donald Trump.
McConnell, Schumer re-elected to lead, but US Senate majority uncertain
Senators chose party leaders Tuesday, but it's unclear who will be the majority leader in the new Congress with no party having secured control of the Senate until a January runoff election in Georgia.
Senators chose party leaders Tuesday, but it's unclear who will be the majority leader in the new Congress with no party having secured control of the Senate until a January runoff election in Georgia.
Balance of power: VP-elect Kamala Harris to become potential tie-breaking Senate vote
With two Senate seats up for grabs in Georgia, there is a lot at stake for both parties. Results will likely determine which political party controls the Senate.
With two Senate seats up for grabs in Georgia, there is a lot at stake for both parties. Results will likely determine which political party controls the Senate.
Balance of power: Democrats’ Senate hopes narrow as they cling to House control
More than 12 hours after polls closed on Election Day, the hope that Democrats held to flip the Senate as well as retain majority control of the House faded away as Republicans held on to key Senate seats.
More than 12 hours after polls closed on Election Day, the hope that Democrats held to flip the Senate as well as retain majority control of the House faded away as Republicans held on to key Senate seats.
McConnell: GOP has '50-50' chance of losing Senate majority
Republicans are fighting to hold a slim 53-47 majority in the Senate as Democrats target several GOP-held seats they believe are competitive.
Republicans are fighting to hold a slim 53-47 majority in the Senate as Democrats target several GOP-held seats they believe are competitive.
Facebook, Twitter CEOs to voluntarily testify on alleged censorship
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey will voluntarily testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee next month to address allegations of bias in their handling of news coverage during the 2020 election cycle, committee Chairman Sen.
Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Twitter CEO Jack Dorsey will voluntarily testify before the Senate Judiciary Committee next month to address allegations of bias in their handling of news coverage during the 2020 election cycle, committee Chairman Sen.
Senate to convene rare Saturday session to debate Amy Coney Barrett nomination
The Senate will gavel in a rare Saturday session this afternoon to debate confirming Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court -- just days before voters decide whether Republicans will maintain control of the Senate and the White House.
The Senate will gavel in a rare Saturday session this afternoon to debate confirming Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court -- just days before voters decide whether Republicans will maintain control of the Senate and the White House.
McConnell rejects Trump's push for 'higher' coronavirus stimulus deal
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Thursday rejected a coronavirus relief deal that costs more than $1.8 trillion, hours after President Trump indicated he was "absolutely" willing to raise his spending offer.
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell on Thursday rejected a coronavirus relief deal that costs more than $1.8 trillion, hours after President Trump indicated he was "absolutely" willing to raise his spending offer.
Mitch McConnell says Trump Supreme Court nominee will receive vote by full Senate
His statement came hours after news broke about the passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
His statement came hours after news broke about the passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Senate GOP tucks $8 billion for military weaponry in $1 trillion virus bill
A COVID-19 response package by Senate Republicans, backed by the White House, includes billions in military spending.
A COVID-19 response package by Senate Republicans, backed by the White House, includes billions in military spending.