Senate

Former Congressman Matt Gaetz (R-FL) announced that he may run for Marco Rubio's vacant Senate seat.

Lara Trump, the daughter-in-law of President-elect Donald Trump, announced on Saturday that she is withdrawing her name from consideration for Florida's Senate vacancy.

The Senate passed legislation early Saturday morning to avert a government shutdown and ensure federal operations continue through the holiday season.

President-elect Donald Trump has appointed British television producer Mark Burnett as the Special Envoy to the United Kingdom, adding another high-profile name to his administration.

The Senate has passed a stopgap funding bill to avert a federal government shutdown, just after the midnight deadline for funding. Earlier in the...

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) told reporters that the Republican Party is united on a third plan to avoid a government shutdown.

Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) told the Washington Examiner that he plans to hold former National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases Director Dr. Anthony Fauci accountable for his involvement in gain-of-function research.

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) urged Congress to return to its failed 1,500-page spending bill.

The National Rifle Association (NRA) is optimistic about the future of Second Amendment rights with President-elect Donald Trump in the White House. After years of battling anti-gun policies in Washington and state capitals, NRA CEO and Executive Vice President Doug Hamlin expressed excitement about working with Trump on several pro-gun initiatives. The NRA is eager to support Trump in pushing for national concealed carry reciprocity and reforms at the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF).

Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) suggested that Elon Musk replace Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA) as House Speaker.