Here’s my best read of where things stand right now up in the Senate. There does seem to have been some real movement ...

The Senate finds itself in a familiar position, working to avoid a partial government shutdown with just hours to spare.

The bill will need 60 votes to invoke cloture to advance to a full vote, meaning eight Democrats must join Republicans in approving the stopgap funding bill.

Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin sparked controversy this week when he appeared on the Senate floor wearing a cowboy hat.

Sen. Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., speaks to reporters after a Senate policy luncheon on Capitol Hill, Tuesday, March 11, 2025, in ...

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said Wednesday Senate GOP "do not have the votes" to pass a pending budget bill, setting up a potential showdown over government funding.

At least seven Democrats, who have been divided on their shutdown strategy, will need to join with Republicans for the measure to clear a key procedural hurdle.

Democrats have only painful options: allow passage of a bill they believe gives President Donald Trump vast discretion on spending decisions, or vote no and give Trump free rein. Senate Democratic ...