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Feinstein's return to the Senate recalls its past heroics and persistent problems

The 90-year-old Californian's long absence and current condition raise questions about the institution's ability to deal with its internal issues of aging or disability.

WEKU

The Big Break: Ben Terris on his portrait of Washington after Trump

The Washington Post reporter discusses his tale of pollsters, chancers, gamblers and more in a capital rocked to its core

The Guardian - US

Dianne Feinstein, still recovering, is skipping a California visit during Senate break

WASHINGTON — Sen. Dianne Feinstein, who is recovering from a serious shingles infection, is spending the Senate's two-week Fourth of July recess in Washington.

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Silicon Valley tech executive announces US Senate campaign

Arguing that California needs a new type of representation in the nation's capital, Silicon Valley executive Lexi Reese announced Thursday that she is running for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by retiring Sen. Dianne Feinstein.

Los Angeles Times

Former Google executive enters 2024 US Senate race to succeed California's Feinstein

A former tech executive is joining the crowded 2024 U.S. Senate race to succeed retiring Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein

The Independent UK

From Miss Universe To Congress: Sarah Idan Runs For California Seat

Former Miss Iraq and UN ambassador aims to bring a unique perspective as a Muslim immigrant woman and human-rights activist.

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Mark Z. Barabak: Barbara Boxer warns progressives to back off on Dianne Feinstein or they may be sorry

Barbara Boxer was once among the most liberal members of the U.S. Senate, a favorite of progressives, who much preferred her over California's other Democratic senator, the more staid and centrist Dianne Feinstein.

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Silicon Valley tech executive weighs US Senate bid in California

Silicon Valley executive Lexi Reese, a Democrat, announced Thursday that she is considering running for the seat being vacated by retiring U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein.

Los Angeles Times

Democrats’ Dianne Feinstein dilemma: party split over senator’s diminishing health

Questions around 89-year-old senator’s cognitive abilities pit lawmakers against each other amid calls for her to step down

The Guardian - US

Senator Dianne Feinstein has full-time aides to help her when she gets confused, report says

The 89-year-old Californian has announced she will not seek re-election but will serve out the remainder of her term

The Independent UK

Would Oprah replace Dianne Feinstein in the US Senate? Her rep says no

LOS ANGELES — If California Sen. Dianne Feinstein leaves Congress before her term is over, she won't be replaced by Oprah Winfrey.

Los Angeles Times

U.S. continues quest to hide torture

Will we ever know the full story of the horrific global torture regime U.S. established in the War on Terror?

Salon

A majority of Californians say Feinstein is no longer fit for office, a new poll finds

WASHINGTON — A substantial majority of Californians feel that Sen. Dianne Feinstein is no longer fit for the job because of her recent declining health, and more voters believe she should resign than support her staying in office, according to a new UC Berkeley Institute of Governmental Studies poll co-sponsored…

Los Angeles Times

Oprah Winfrey could enter politics by replacing Dianne Feinstein, report claims

List of names including Winfrey’s being considered should the time come to fill 89-year-old senator’s seat

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The Guardian - US

Harlan Crow refuses to cooperate with Democrats’ inquiry on Clarence Thomas

The rightwing billionaire declined a request to provide a list of gifts he had given to the supreme court justice

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Dianne Feinstein is one of the most powerful women in America, but Democrats are torn over her future

Dianne Feinstein is one of just two senators representing the 40 million people of California. But at 89 and struggling with poor health, many Democrats are asking if she's up to the job.

The Independent UK

California governor faces tough question of who would replace Dianne Feinstein if she steps down

US Sen Dianne Feinstein’s ongoing medical struggles have raised a sensitive political question with no easy answer: Who would California Gov Gavin Newsom pick to replace her if the seat becomes vacant

Los Angeles Times

Mark Z. Barabak: Feinstein is not going to quit the Senate. Ever. Just ask her biographer

Other than family and close friends, few people have a longer history with Dianne Feinstein or a better understanding of California's ailing U.S. senator than Jerry Roberts.

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Sen. Feinstein’s high-stakes battle with shingles shows just how serious the disease can be. Learn how to spot the symptoms and stay safe

The senator’s illness has put shingles back in the spotlight—and attention to the matter is much needed, experts say. A staggering 99% of people born before 1980 have experienced chickenpox—and anyone who has is at risk for developing shingles later in life.

Tribune News Service

Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s return to Capitol has been closely watched. Can she still do her job?

WASHINGTON — For seven months in 1988, Joe Biden was absent from the Senate, recovering from operations to repair brain aneurysms.

The Independent UK

Dianne Feinstein’s office confirms health complications are broader than previously known

Health of top Democrat has been major subject of concern

The Independent UK

Feinstein's office details previously unknown complications from shingles illness

Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s office says she is suffering from Ramsay Hunt syndrome, a complication from the shingles virus that can paralyze part of the face

Los Angeles Times

A frail Sen. Dianne Feinstein continues to vote as new details emerge about her health

WASHINGTON — It's police week here at the nation's Capitol, and, with law enforcement officers flowing through the halls, the Senate Judiciary Committee took up several bills meant to support the police.

The Conversation

Feinstein just the latest example of an old problem: Politicians have long been able to evade questions about their ability to serve

California Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein recently returned to the Senate after an almost three-month absence that – because she could not vote remotely and the Senate is closely divided – left the Democrats’ agenda in limbo.

The Independent UK

Diane Feinstein denies she was ever absent from US Senate after months spent recovering from shingles

Feinstein faces calls to resign due to questions around her cognitive abilities

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