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Trump’s Nominees Pose Dilemma for Senate G.O.P., Testing Their Deference
The president-elect’s choice of combative loyalists who could have trouble being confirmed has raised constitutional questions about executive power and the Senate’s prerogatives.Top stories - The New York Times - 8 hours ago -
An Emboldened G.O.P. Senate Majority Is Ready to Empower Trump
With a decisive margin in the Senate, Republicans, who have shown their willingness to accommodate the president-elect, will have the numbers to overcome divisions over his personnel and policies.Top stories - The New York Times - November 7 -
Sheehy Defeats Tester in Montana, Extending G.O.P.’s Senate Majority
Tim Sheehy, a wealthy Republican businessman, was dogged by controversies during the campaign. But Senator Jon Tester, a Democrat, could not outrun the demographic shift in his deep-red state.Top stories - The New York Times - November 6 -
Senators Vying to Be G.O.P. Leader Vow to Quickly Confirm Trump Nominees
Senators Rick Scott, John Thune and John Cornyn quickly responded to President-elect Donald J. Trump’s demand on social media, the latest example of his influence over Republican lawmakers.Top stories - The New York Times - 4 days ago -
After G.O.P. Wins, Senate Democrats Eye Major Push to Confirm Biden Judges
The loss of the White House and the Senate majority will end Democrats’ ability to fill judicial vacancies come January. They say they want to confirm as many as possible in the coming weeks.Top stories - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Trump Allies Push Him to Block Thune From Becoming Senate G.O.P. Leader
Advisers to the president-elect, who already has a strong hold on congressional Republicans, want him to tighten his grip by torpedoing the bid of the establishment front-runner for the post.Top stories - The New York Times - 3 days ago -
Trump’s bold moves to test loyalties of GOP senators
President-elect Trump is testing the loyalty of Senate Republicans, calling on them to allow him to make recess appointments to the executive and judicial branches without the advice and consent of ...Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago -
Trump vs. McConnell: The final showdown: ANALYSIS
Trump's unlikely to endorse, sources say, because he doubts Rick Scott can win.Top stories - ABC News - 2 days ago -
Trump picking Gaetz for AG may be loyalty test for senators
President-elect Donald Trump's choice for attorney general, Matt Gaetz, is facing a tough Senate confirmation process for the job. CBS News political director Fin Gómez reports on some of the ...Top stories - CBS News - 14 hours ago -
Can Democrats still win in rural states? Montana’s Senate race offers high-stakes litmus test
Jon Tester is fighting to keep his Senate seat amid the prospect that Democrats like him are now facing political extinction in the state. He was a young and little-known underdog. So Max Baucus, ...World - The Guardian - October 21 -
Trump’s Demand to Skirt Senate Confirmations Poses Early Test of a Radical Second Term
The once and future president is pushing Republicans to systematically abdicate the Senate’s constitutional role in vetting his nominees.Top stories - The New York Times - Yesterday -
The Real Reasons the G.O.P. Is Spending Millions on Anti-Trans Ads
Republicans are banking on an issue that isn’t a priority for voters: trans rights.Top stories - The New York Times - October 28 -
Democratic Lawyer Stymied Trump in 2020. Other Efforts Played Into G.O.P. Hands.
Marc Elias, hired to help Kamala Harris in election-related fights, helped to pave the way for big money in politics.Top stories - The New York Times - October 30 -
The G.O.P. Gained Ground in New York in 2022. Can Democrats Recover?
Democrats still hold supermajorities in both chambers of the State Legislature, but Republicans are hoping to keep the momentum from the 2022 midterms.Top stories - The New York Times - November 2 -
Trump’s Support From Black and Latino Voters Gives Republicans New Hope
Donald J. Trump picked up support among Latino and Black working-class voters, giving the party hope for a new way to win in a diversifying nation.Top stories - The New York Times - November 7 -
‘We Welcomed Them’: G.O.P. Embraces New Latino Voters in Arizona
Days ago, President-elect Donald J. Trump won swing-state Arizona, flipping the state back to red.World - The New York Times - 2 days ago -
Trump Meets With Jubilant House G.O.P. and Jokes About a Third Term
“Isn’t it nice to win?” the president-elect asked to raucous applause by fellow Republicans. The influential billionaire Elon Musk joined him at the meeting and also received a standing ovation.Top stories - The New York Times - Yesterday -
Republicans Win Control of House, Cementing a G.O.P. Trifecta Under Trump
The party protected vulnerable incumbents and picked off Democrats in competitive districts, handing the president-elect a unified Congress to enact his agenda.Top stories - The New York Times - Yesterday -
Three tests for Britain’s Budget
Reeves must stabilise the economy, and pave the way for higher growthBusiness - Financial Times - October 27 -
Tuipulotu to captain Scotland & brother also called up
Sione Tuipulotu will captain Scotland in the autumn Tests while his brother Mosese has been called up for the first time.Top stories - BBC News - October 23 -
'Nightmare' newbuilds test relationships to the max
Customers of one of the UK's largest homebuilders recall "nightmare" experiences with their newbuilds.Top stories - BBC News - October 24 -
A Test of Independence for an Ultramarathon Runner With Autism
A man with autism, his devoted mother and a seemingly endless race. A story of resilience and love.Top stories - The New York Times - November 7 -
Senator reups KOSA push
Welcome to The Hill's Technology newsletter {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story GOP senator renews push for Kids Online Safety Act amid uncertainty Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) ...Politics - The Hill - October 21 -
Where the Senate races stand
Welcome to The Hill's Campaign newsletter {beacon} Campaign Report Campaign Report The Big Story Where the Senate races stand While the presidential race between Vice President Harris and ...Politics - The Hill - October 23 -
Republicans Clinch Control of the Senate
After picking up seats in West Virginia, Ohio and Montana and winning an unexpectedly close race in Nebraska, the G.O.P. sealed a majority. Tight races in swing states will determine their margin.Top stories - The New York Times - November 6 -
Republicans capture Senate majority
Republicans on Tuesday captured the Senate, Decision Desk HQ projects, ending their painful four-year stretch in the minority. The victories come as a welcome relief to Republican senators after ...Politics - The Hill - November 6 -
Republicans won the Senate
How big will the Republicans' U.S. Senate majority be?Top stories - ABC News - November 6 -
8 Best Chromebooks of 2024, Tested and Reviewed
Choosing the right Chromebook for your needs can be a tough decision. We can help with our favorite picks.Tech - Wired - October 16 -
Moldova becomes ‘testing ground’ for Russian election interference
Russian efforts to influence Moldova’s Oct. 20 elections have reached unprecedented levels, with Moscow allegedly spending up to hundreds of millions of dollars on buying votes, pumping out ...Politics - The Hill - October 17 -
Trump Keeps Promising New Tax Cuts. Other Republicans Are Wary.
Former President Donald J. Trump’s costly tax agenda undermines the changes he signed into law in 2017. Some Republicans are wary.Business - The New York Times - October 17 -
Desperate learner drivers buying scam tests for £200
Figures released by the DVSA show learner drivers are waiting up to six months for a test in the south.Top stories - BBC News - October 18 -
England spun to defeat in second Pakistan Test
England are spun out by Pakistan to lose the second Test by 152 runs, setting up a series decider in Rawalpindi next week.Top stories - BBC News - October 18 -
16 Best PS5 Accessories (2024), Tested and Reviewed
From extra game storage to a fancy 120-Hz TV, these WIRED-tested favorites will complement your PS5.Tech - Wired - October 19 -
The 7 Best Blackout Curtains, Tested and Reviewed
We tested many options on bright windows to see which curtains actually give us a dark night’s sleep.Tech - Wired - October 20 -
Warner offers to end Test retirement to face India
Former Australia opener David Warner says he is available to come out of Test retirement for the upcoming series against India.Top stories - BBC News - October 22 -
15 Best Wireless Earbuds, Tested and Reviewed (2024)
Ready to cut the cord? These are our favorite buds that will never, ever get tangled.Tech - Wired - October 24 -
The Best Samsung Phones of 2024, Tested and Reviewed
From flagship and budget to flipping and folding, Samsung’s Galaxy range spans the breadth of the smartphone cosmos. WIRED’s here to help you make your choice.Tech - Wired - October 25 -
Shakeel puts Pakistan in charge of deciding Test
A masterful century from Pakistan’s Saud Shakeel and late wickets from the spinners put England in huge danger after two days of the deciding Test in Rawalpindi.Top stories - BBC News - October 25