Senate Democrats are at a crossroads. They are thinking about shutting down the government if they don't get what they want on health care. This is a big change for them. In the past, they were against shutdowns. But now, they feel like they have no choice. Many Democrats are frustrated. They think
Savings accounts are a smart way to grow your money, but picking the right one can be tricky. Recently, the Federal Reserve has been cutting interest rates, which affects how much you can earn on your savings. This shift makes it crucial to understand the differences between money market accounts an
Senate Republicans are tweaking a $9. 4 billion spending cut proposal from President Donald Trump. They aim to pass it by Friday. One big change? They're keeping $400 million for PEPFAR, a program fighting HIV/AIDS abroad. This move is to win over enough votes. The program has saved many lives, so c
Senate Majority Leader John Thune is taking a different approach to his role. He's focusing on teamwork and listening to others. This is a shift from the previous leader's style. Thune's method is being tested with a big tax bill. It's a mix of old and new ideas. The bill passed, but it wasn't easy.
Senate Republicans have introduced a revised spending and tax cut bill that includes many of President Trump's domestic priorities. This bill, which is set to be voted on soon, aims to extend Trump's 2017 tax cuts and increase funding for border security, defense, and energy production. However, the
Senate Republicans are in a tough spot after the parliamentarian rejected a key part of their bill. This part was about limiting how states could get more Medicaid money. The ruling is a big problem for Republicans. They wanted to use this money to fund tax cuts. Now, they have to change the bill or
Senate Democrats are in a tough spot. They have to decide whether to help Republicans pass a funding bill or block it and risk a government shutdown. This decision comes as the deadline for a shutdown looms. The House has already approved a bill to fund agencies through September. This bill was pas
Senate Republicans recently pushed through a $340 billion budget plan early Friday morning, after a grueling all-night session. This move was met with strong opposition from Democrats, who tried to halt the process with numerous amendments. The vote was largely along party lines, with 52 Republicans
Senate Republicans are openly critical of their counterparts in the House of Representatives. They're worried about the House's ability to function effectively, especially with a slim GOP majority and the looming threat of government shutdowns. Senate members like Sen. Josh Hawley from Missouri are
Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell, who survived polio as a child, has a message for the incoming Trump administration: keep your distance from anyone trying to discredit the polio vaccine. "Anyone seeking the Senate’s consent should avoid even the appearance of association with such efforts,
