Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman showed up to his first Senate term with big plans for changing how the chamber works. In 2022, he campaigned on getting rid of the filibuster rule that lets a small group block most laws. This rule often stops big changes, even when many Americans want them. Back
President Trump launched a fiery attack from the cockpit of Air Force One, targeting Senate staffer Robert Karem after an alleged mishap during a defense hearing. The president posted a scathing message on Truth Social, calling Karem an “idiot” and demanding he be fired for supposedly embarrassing S
The government shutdown is causing real problems, especially with SNAP food assistance. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is pointing fingers at President Trump and Republicans, saying they're using hungry Americans as pawns. He's not happy about partial benefits being handed out, especially with
The U. S. government shutdown is dragging on, with no end in sight. It's been 33 days, and the two main parties are stuck in a deadlock. Republicans are pushing to reopen the government, but Democrats are holding firm, demanding talks on health care subsidies first. President Donald Trump is putting
In the heart of the nation's capital, a senator took a stand that would test his limits. This was no ordinary speech. It was a marathon of words, a test of endurance, and a display of conviction. The senator, Cory Booker, stood on the Senate floor for 25 hours and 5 minutes. He did not sit, he d
In the heart of the night, a senator took a stand. Cory Booker, a Democrat from New Jersey, chose to speak his mind on the Senate floor. He began at 7 p. m. EDT on Monday, vowing to keep going until he could no longer stand. By Tuesday morning, he was still at it, with papers in hand and glasses per
