The US Senate approved a bill allowing President Trump to impose 100% tariffs on major purchasers of Russian oil and gas, such as China and India. Named after the late Senator Lindsey Graham, the legislation passed 86-11 and awaits House approval.
The US Senate narrowly confirmed Todd Blanche as attorney general in a 50-49 vote, with Senator Bill Cassidy casting the deciding vote after Republican opposition and intense debate over DOJ policies.
Todd Blanche, former personal lawyer to Donald Trump, has been confirmed as US attorney general by a 50-49 Senate vote, overcoming bipartisan concerns over Justice Department politicisation.
The US Senate passed a sweeping Russia sanctions bill targeting the nation's energy sector and granting the President authority to levy 100% tariffs on major oil and gas buyers like India and China.
The US Senate passed a temporary spending bill to fund the federal government through December 11, avoiding a shutdown ahead of November elections and barring fund-shifting to the Border Patrol.
The US Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as Attorney General in a 50-49 vote early Saturday morning. Former personal attorney for Donald Trump, Blanche faced a contentious confirmation fight over loyalty and a controversial IRS settlement fund.
The US Senate overwhelmingly passed a bipartisan sanctions package 86-11 targeting Russian energy revenues, oligarchs, and the shadow fleet, allowing tariffs up to 500% on Russian imports and penalizing nations like China and India that buy Russian energy.
A multi-topic news digest featuring UAV detections near Moscow, US Senate sanctions on Russia and Iran, political updates from Colombia and the US, and diplomatic developments regarding Ukraine.
Former Virginia congressman David Brat has been confirmed by the US Senate as the next US ambassador to Australia, ending an 18-month vacancy following Caroline Kennedy's departure.
The US Senate's delay of a crypto market structure bill vote until September risks pushing innovation offshore and giving hubs like Hong Kong and Singapore an advantage, industry leaders warn.
The US Senate delays voting on the CLARITY Act, a crypto market regulation bill, until September due to Democratic opposition, impacting the crypto industry's legislative priorities.
The US Senate Homeland Security Committee voted 8-7 along party lines to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress after he refused to answer questions regarding Covid-19 origins at a recent hearing, invoking his Fifth Amendment right.
A US Senate committee votes along party lines to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt for refusing to answer questions about his handling of the Covid-19 pandemic, citing over 100 invocations of his Fifth Amendment right.
Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive, wins the Democratic primary for US Senate in Michigan, defeating establishment-backed Haley Stevens, signaling a shift in swing-state politics towards anti-establishment sentiment and grassroots movements.
The US Senate faces a narrowing window before its August recess to schedule a vote on the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, which requires 60 votes to advance amid opposition from Democrats and banking groups.
Progressive US Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed narrowly defeated moderate incumbent House Representative Haley Stevens in Michigan's Democratic primary, advancing to face Republican incumbent Mike Rogers.
Michigan's Democratic Senate primary pits progressive Abdul El-Sayed against centrist Haley Stevens in a tight race highlighting party divisions over Israel and establishment politics, amid primary votes across several US states.
Jay Clayton was sworn in as US Director of National Intelligence following a contentious Senate confirmation hearing marked by his refusal to directly acknowledge Donald Trump's 2020 election defeat.
The Michigan Democratic Senate primary between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens is dominated by record spending from pro-Israel groups like AIPAC, exceeding $60M. El-Sayed, critical of Israeli policies, faces a significant financial challenge, highlighting the influence of dark money in US elections and potentially impacting the Democratic Party's stance on Israel.
Jay Clayton, a former Wall Street lawyer and federal prosecutor with no traditional intelligence background, has been confirmed as the next US Director of National Intelligence (DNI) in a 51-47 Senate vote, prompting concerns over his approach to the role.
Fidelity Investments, the world's third-largest asset manager, joins a coalition of financial and crypto firms urging the US Senate to pass the CLARITY Act, aiming to establish a clear regulatory framework for digital assets to boost investor confidence and US leadership in global crypto markets.
The US Senate Commerce Committee approved the "Connected Vehicle Security Act of 2026," which bans vehicles from companies with over 15% Chinese ownership. This legislation could bar Mercedes-Benz (due to 20% Chinese investment) and Polestar (majority-owned by Geely) from the American market, prompting concerns from European automakers.
The US Senate blocked a resolution aimed at preventing President Trump from initiating war with Iran without Congressional approval, despite the House passing a similar measure. This occurs amid escalating US-Iran tit-for-tat strikes, with Trump considering a "massive attack" and mediators urging a ceasefire.
US Senator Elizabeth Warren and Congress members Ro Khanna and Raja Krishnamoorthi have demanded urgent answers from Barclays regarding its investigation into former CEO Jes Staley's ties to Jeffrey Epstein, citing concerns over the bank's 'apparent failure to meaningfully investigate' the relationship and its implications for corporate governance.
