Senators say adding flights to National could slow FAA bill - Roll Call Senators from Maryland and Virginia oppose adding slots to National airport in Washington, saying the airport is already at capacity. Roll Call · Jul 10, 2023
Raskin decides not to run for Senate in Maryland - Roll Call Rep. Jamie Raskin, who prosecuted Trump at his second impeachment trial, decided not to join a crowd of Democrats seeking an open Senate seat. Roll Call · Jul 7, 2023
Cardin, Hagerty aim to fund modernization panel for US diplomacy - Roll Call Senators who oversee the State Department say its structure and ability to respond to global crises are outdated. Roll Call · Jun 5, 2023
Trone launches bid to succeed Cardin in Senate in Maryland - Roll Call Democratic Rep. David Trone said he will run for the Senate, seeking to succeed Maryland Sen. Benjamin L. Cardin. Roll Call · May 4, 2023
Cardin decides not to run again, ending Hill career begun in 1987 Maryland Sen. Ben Cardin said he will retire at the end of his current term. Democrats will likely battle to succeed him. Roll Call · May 1, 2023
GOP blocks attempt to put Feinstein substitute on Judiciary WASHINGTON — Senate Republicans objected Tuesday to Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer’s bid to temporarily replace California Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein on the Judiciary Committee. Tribune News Service · Apr 18, 2023
GOP blocks attempt to put Feinstein substitute on Judiciary - Roll Call Republicans rejected Sen. Dianne Feinstein's request to have a fellow Democrat stand in for her on the Judiciary Committee while she is ill. Roll Call · Apr 18, 2023
From highs to lows, FEC reports offer an early 2024 temperature WASHINGTON — The first three months of this year saw a new Republican majority take control of the House and, after a bumpy start marked by a prolonged speaker election, try to exert its influence on Democrats who control the Senate and White House. Tribune News Service · Apr 17, 2023
From highs to lows, FEC reports offer an early 2024 temperature - Roll Call From George Santos' $5,333 to eight-figure totals in California's Senate race, new FEC reports provide an early map to 2024's landscape. Roll Call · Apr 17, 2023
At the Races: Cash course - Roll Call The CQ Roll Call newsroom tracks campaigns nationwide, sharing the best stories, with some extras, in the At the Races newsletter. Roll Call · Feb 2, 2023
Senate Democrats largely keep gavel rules intact; House caucus may vote next week - Roll Call Democrats in the Senate rejected new limits on committee chairs while a House Democratic term limit proposal may be considered next week. Roll Call · Dec 1, 2022
Senators say vote on election reform bill unlikely until after midterms WASHINGTON — A bipartisan group of senators pushing legislation designed to prevent a repeat of the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol say a vote on the package isn't likely until after election day. Los Angeles Times · Sep 9, 2022
Democrats race to prep sweeping budget bill for weekend votes WASHINGTON — The Senate is expected to begin consideration of Democrats’ climate, tax and health care package on Saturday, leaving about two days for the party to shore up support for the bill. Tribune News Service · Aug 4, 2022
Leftovers pile up for year-end tax bill menu WASHINGTON — Incentives for clean energy and a tax break for companies’ research and development appear to be off the table for legislation moving this summer, raising the stakes for a potential year-end tax bill after the dust settles on the midterm elections. Tribune News Service · Jul 26, 2022
Roll Call · Jul 26, 2022 Leftovers pile up for year-end tax bill menu - Roll Call Incentives for clean energy and research and development could move as part of a year-end tax bill when the dust settles after the midterms
Roll Call · Jul 12, 2022 Senate GOP pitches options for stalled competition bill - Roll Call McConnell floats having House pass Senate version or moving $52 billion for semiconductor subsidies separately.
Tribune News Service · May 20, 2022 Analysis: Two vices Washington just can’t kick: Trump’s sway and reconciliation dreams WASHINGTON — Vices and habits, in life and politics, can be tough to give up. This week offered examples aplenty.
Roll Call · May 20, 2022 Two vices Washington just can’t kick: Trump’s sway and reconciliation dreams - Roll Call Republicans can't quit Donald Trump and Democrats just can't kick the idea of a reconciliation package before Election Day.
Tribune News Service · May 20, 2022 Grants for restaurants, small businesses blocked in Senate WASHINGTON — Deficit-concerned senators blocked the Senate from considering a $48 billion aid package for restaurants and other small businesses Thursday, likely dealing a fatal blow to a months-long effort to provide a final round of relief for industries that suffered major revenue losses during the pandemic.
Roll Call · May 19, 2022 Grants for restaurants, small businesses blocked in Senate - Roll Call Deficit-concerned senators blocked the Senate from considering a $48 billion aid package for restaurants and other small businesses Thursday.
Tribune News Service · May 18, 2022 Dispute over oversight is at heart of Senate’s Ukraine aid delay WASHINGTON — To many observers on Capitol Hill and in foreign aid circles, Sen. Rand Paul’s lonely opposition to swift passage of a $40 billion package of military, economic and humanitarian aid to Ukraine is nothing new. The Kentucky Republican has a well-known penchant for spending hawkishness mixed with dovishness…
Roll Call · May 18, 2022 Senate to test waters on money for restaurants, small businesses - Roll Call The proposal includes $40 billion to backfill the so-called Restaurant Revitalization Fund for applicants who didn't receive any grant money.
Roll Call · May 18, 2022 Dispute over oversight is at heart of Senate's Ukraine aid delay - Roll Call The drama surrounding Sen. Rand Paul’s blocking of the Ukraine aid bill masks a divide over who will be the government spending watchdog.
Roll Call · May 17, 2022 Restaurant bill backers battle deficit concerns, knowledge gap - Roll Call A $48 billion aid package for restaurants and other pandemic-ravaged businesses faces steep hurdles in the Senate.
Roll Call · May 11, 2022 Restaurant, small-business aid bill vote expected next week The Senate is likely to vote next week on a $48 billion aid package to help restaurants and other pandemic-stricken businesses.