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Full List of Senators Who Voted to Confirm RFK. Jr As Next Health Secretary

The environmental lawyer will control more than 18 federal agencies and oversee an $8 billion children's vaccine fund

Latin Times

Senate confirms anti-vaccine activist Robert F. Kennedy Jr as nation’s top health official

Kennedy — who’s repeatedly promoted conspiracies and the debunked link between vaccines and autism — will now lead a sprawling federal bureaucracy that manages public health, research, health guidance, and vaccinations

The Independent UK

Mitch Mcconnell Votes Against Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Confirmation

Mitch McConnell's vote against Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for HHS secretary reflects Senate dynamics and diverse GOP perspectives.

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Senate confirms RFK Jr. for HHS secretary - Roll Call

Vaccine critic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. now has authority over a sweeping health agency that includes the CDC, FDA, NIH and CMS.

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'Backstabber' Mitch McConnell Under Fire: Lone GOP Senator Votes Against Trump DNI Pick Tulsi Gabbard

Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell is faced with much backlash from social media users after he voted No during Wednesday's confirmation vote for Tulsi Gabbard, President Trump's pick to be his Director of National Intelligence.

International Business Times

Tulsi Gabbard confirmed as US director of national intelligence

The former congresswoman was seen as one of Trump’s most controversial picks by Republicans and Democrats alike.

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Full List of Trump Cabinet Nominees Mitch McConnell Has Voted Against

The former GOP leader has voted against Tulsi Gabbard for director of national intelligence and Pete Hegseth for Defense Secretary

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Mitch Mcconnell Votes Against Tulsi Gabbard For DNI Position

Senator Mitch McConnell's decision to vote against Tulsi Gabbard's nomination as DNI due to concerns over her judgment and readiness.

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Tulsi Gabbard Secures Confirmation to Trump's Cabinet With Only One Republican Voting Against Her

Mitch McConnell ended up being the lone detractor in the GOP

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Tulsi Gabbard Confirmed As Top US Intelligence Chief

Senate confirms Tulsi Gabbard as top US intelligence chief, highlighting the importance of strong leadership in national security.

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Tulsi Gabbard confirmed as intelligence head despite fears of pro-Russia stance

Senate approves nomination of former Democrat as Mitch McConnell is sole Republican to vote against Trump pick

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Sen. Mcconnell Votes Against Confirming Gabbard For DNI

Mitch McConnell's recent votes on national security nominations reflect his influence and the importance of thorough evaluation in the confirmation process.

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Senate confirms Gabbard to be director of national intelligence - Roll Call

Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell is only Republican opponent of Tulsi Gabbard as the Senate confirms her for director of national intelligence.

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Democrat Congressman Freezes Mid-Speech On House Floor For Nearly A Minute In Scary Medical Episode

A Democratic congressman suffered a medical episode during a House floor speech, appearing to freeze for nearly a minute.

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WATCH: Democrat Congressman Freezes Mid-Speech on House Floor For Nearly a Minute in Scary Medical Episode

A Democratic congressman suffered a medical episode during a House floor speech, appearing to freeze for nearly a minute.

The Independent UK

The bitter truth for Democrats as they try to oppose Trump

ANALYSIS: Democrats don’t have many tools to stop Trump’s agenda. But, Eric Garcia writes, the ones they have can be used powerfully

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Senate Republicans fall in line behind Trump's nominees

Efforts by conservatives to pressure Republican senators to support Trump’s Cabinet nominees have largely been successful so far.

The Guardian - US

US Democrats call for more aggressive tactics against Trump and Musk: ‘We’re going to be the opposition’

As Trump aims to dismantle large swaths of US government, growing outcry from Democrats appears to be having an effect

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Trump’s picks for Pentagon team spark GOP debate on security - Roll Call

Trump's picks for top Pentagon roles, and their focus on China, may be out of step with GOP defense hawks in Congress.

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Mitch Mcconnell Falls On Stairs After Senate Vote

Former Republican Senate leader Mitch McConnell falls while exiting Senate chamber, assisted promptly, appears in good condition.

The Independent UK

Mitch McConnell, 82, fell twice in Senate Chamber increasing concerns about his ability to serve: report

The reports come as concerns continue to mount about the senator’s health, following several public episodes in which he has appeared to freeze for several seconds

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McConnell in wheelchair after fall outside Senate chamber - Roll Call

The former GOP Senate leader has been dogged by health problems in recent years, many related to a childhood polio diagnosis.

The Independent UK

Barely a simmer: Trump's nominees avoid grilling and skirt through confirmation process despite initial public outcry

ANALYSIS: Trump has finally bent the Senate to his will. And, as Eric Garcia writes, he has done it at the expense of Republicans’ careers

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Vulnerable lawmakers begin 2026 cycle with modest war chests - Roll Call

Fourth-quarter fundraising reports filed with the FEC show many vulnerable lawmakers starting the cycle with modest war chests.

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Nicole Shanahan Threatens Senators Opposing RFK Jr. Confirmation

Nicole Shanahan issues a warning to U.S. Senators regarding RFK Jr.'s confirmation as HHS secretary.

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