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A Candidate for U.S. Senate Says He Was Shot in War. Was He?
Tim Sheehy, a Republican running for U.S. Senate in Montana, says he has a bullet in his arm from Afghanistan. But new questions have been raised about his account.Top stories - The New York Times - October 18 -
Bots Linked to China Target Republican House and Senate Candidates, Microsoft Says
Chinese influence operations have focused less on this year’s presidential race and more on down-ballot races.Tech - The New York Times - October 23 -
South Dakota Republican says Thune will 'be a great leader' for Senate
Sen. Mike Rounds (R-S.D.) said Sunday that Sen. John Thune (R-S.C.) will “be a great leader” for the Senate as Republicans in the upper chamber prepare for a return to power. “I’ve known John Thune ...Politics - The Hill - 3 hours ago -
Montana Senate candidate says he was 'medically discharged' from the Navy. Records say otherwise.
Tim Sheehy has said he was discharged from the Navy for medical reasons due to injuries he sustained on duty, but his military records tell a different story.Top stories - NBC News - October 24 -
Democratic senators slam McDonald's for menu price hikes they say have outpaced inflation
Three senators are asking McDonald’s about its menu price hikes in recent years, arguing the increases are higher than they should be — even with inflation.Top stories - NBC News - October 22 -
Lee says Senate GOP leadership candidates must call out McConnell for Trump criticism
Utah Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah) is calling on Senate Republican Whip John Thune (S.D.) and Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas), the two frontrunners to succeed Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.), ...Politics - The Hill - October 25 -
Trump 2.0 would need 53 GOP senators for a ‘truly reliable’ majority, analyst says
If Republican nominee Donald Trump is elected president, he would need 53 GOP senators to have a “truly reliable” Senate majority, reckons one analyst. With a Kamala Harris presidency, certain GOP ...Business - MarketWatch - October 31 -
Justice Department says Mississippi Senate paid a Black attorney less than her white colleagues for years
The discrimination lawsuit said Kristie Metcalfe was paid "significantly less" than her white co-workers for 8 years.Politics - NBC News - Yesterday -
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 - 4 days ago -
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 - 4 days ago -
Republicans won the Senate
How big will the Republicans' U.S. Senate majority be?Top stories - ABC News - 4 days ago -
Members of Congress have taken hundreds of AIPAC-funded trips to Israel in the past decade
The nonprofit arm of “America’s pro-Israel lobby” is spending big to shape US lawmakers’ views of Israel’s conservative government.Politics - Politico - October 30 -
Montana could decide control of Senate
Control of the Senate could come down to a race in Montana that pits a three-term Democrat against a rival Republican from out of state. Janet Shamlian takes a closer look at the closely-watched ...Top stories - CBS News - 6 days ago -
Why House GOP women are struggling to grow their numbers
Republican women have grown frustrated as they've watched their gains in the chamber stagnate — and it seems likely they’ll see losses in 2025.Politics - Politico - 5 days ago -
Schiff wins California Senate race
Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) is projected to win his bid for the Senate in California, according to Decision Desk HQ. Schiff, who emerged as one of former President Trump’s chief critics in the ...Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago -
Cantwell wins Washington Senate race
Democratic Sen. Maria Cantwell is projected to win a fifth term representing Washington state in the Senate, according to Decision Desk HQ. Cantwell, the chair of the Senate Commerce, Science and ...Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago -
GOP wins back control of the Senate
The chamber will play a huge role in not only legislative priorities next year, but also the incoming president’s ability to pick a Cabinet.Politics - Politico - 4 days ago -
Senator-elect Schiff vows to protect democracy without naming Trump
“Tonight is going to be a hard, long night,” he said.Politics - Politico - 4 days ago -
GOP trifecta on the line with House control in limbo
The majority in the chamber is expected to be slim no matter who wins, meaning a call on House control could take days or weeks.Politics - Politico - 4 days ago -
Republicans retake control of US Senate
Republicans gain three seats, guaranteeing them at least 52 out of 100 in the new upper chamber.Top stories - BBC News - 4 days ago -
FirstFT: Trump’s first appointment
Also in today’s newsletter, Fed cuts rates and Citi revamps wealth banker payWorld - Financial Times - 2 days ago -
Europe’s unity at risk as sense of crisis grows
The EU needs investment to boost growth and competitiveness, but the debate over who pays has echoes of the financial crisisWorld - Financial Times - 2 days ago -
Senate rankings: 5 seats most likely to flip
The battle for the Senate majority has hit its final month as Republicans race to end their four-year stint in the minority. The GOP needs to win only one of two competitive races in red states — ...Politics - The Hill - October 14 -
Michigan Senate candidates vie for split-ticket voters
NBC News Congressional Correspondent Julie Tsirkin talks to Democratic Rep. Elissa Slotkin and former Republican Rep. Mike Rogers ahead of their second debate in the closely contested Michigan ...Politics - NBC News - October 14 -
Senate majority at risk of falling out of reach for Democrats
Former President Trump's strength in the upper Midwest is putting Senate Democrats on defense, giving the GOP hopes it can not only win the Senate majority but grow it beyond a seat or two. ...Politics - The Hill - October 15 -
McDonald defends handling of ex-senator inappropriate texts
Niall Ó Donnghaile says police were notified of inappropriate texts but no formal complaint was received.Top stories - BBC News - October 15 -
What to watch for in the only Texas Senate debate
Welcome to The Hill's Campaign newsletter {beacon} Campaign Report Campaign Report The Big Story What to watch for in the only Texas Senate debate U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R) will face challenger ...Politics - The Hill - October 15 -
5 takeaways from the Texas Senate debate
Sen. Ted Cruz (R) and former Rep. Collin Allred (D) squared off on Tuesday in their only debate before Election Day, sparring over the border and abortion amid signs of a surprisingly competitive ...Politics - The Hill - October 16 -
Senate Republicans pump brakes on year-end omnibus
Senate Republicans are pumping the brakes on a year-end omnibus spending package as Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.), John Cornyn (R-Texas) and Rick Scott (R-Fla.) are locked in a battle to become the ...Politics - The Hill - October 16 -
Watch highlights from the Texas Senate debate
Watch highlights from the Texas Senate debate between Democrat Rep. Colin Allred and Republican Sen. Ted Cruz. The two discussed their stances on abortion laws, the border and response to the Jan. ...Politics - NBC News - October 16 -
GOP senators push for more FEMA funding
A group of GOP senators announced legislation Wednesday to replenish a critical disaster relief fund as members on both sides have sounded alarm over its finances amid back-to-back hurricanes. The ...Politics - The Hill - October 16 -
Gallego and Lake trade barbs in Arizona Senate race
Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego of Arizona and Republican Kari Lake are battling for a significant Senate seat in the Grand Canyon State with early voting underway. CBS News' Elizabeth Campbell and ...Top stories - CBS News - October 16 -
