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Abdul El-Sayed fields accusations of family ties to terror orgs. as midterms approach - report
El-Sayed, a Michigan-born child of Egyptian immigrants, has recently come under scrutiny for his family's purported ties to the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt.
US Senate unanimously passes bipartisan resolution honoring American October 7 victims
US judge blocks Trump admin. attempt to tie local counterterror funds to election changes
US Senate rejects resolution curbing Trump's Iran war powers
Mike Waltz testifies before Senate, defends use of Signal amid scandal
While being intensely questioned by Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ) and Chris Coons (D-Del.), Waltz allegedly sought to downplay the scandal over leaked military information.
Antisemitism envoy post remains unfilled six months into Trump’s term
The US Senate has yet to confirm the antisemitism envoy, as the Trump administration warns of a global rise in Jew-hatred.
Secret Service botched operation to stop Trump assassination attempt, Senate c'mttee says
The bipartisan Senate committee called for stronger disciplinary actions for the agents present at the July campaign rally in Butler, where Trump was targeted.
Schumer and other Senate Democrats condemn the phrase ‘globalize the intifada’
“Sen. Schumer condemns the phrase ‘Globalize the Intifada’ and believes it should not be used because it has such dangerous implications," said a spokesperson.
Resolution calling for ‘urgent delivery’ of Gaza aid co-sponsored by nearly all Senate Democrats
The resolution urges the US government to use “all available diplomatic tools” to release hostages, end the blockade of food and aid to Palestinians, and resolve the conflict in Gaza.
Senate Democrats warn against AI chip deals with Gulf states
The appeal comes after President Donald Trump’s recent visit to the Gulf, during which he announced plans for American companies to supply tens of thousands of high-end AI chips to the region.
US Sen. Scott: Qatar cannot continue supporting Hamas if it wants to be American partner
Scott also emphasized that he finds Qatari influence on US campuses to be despicable. Qatar "can't continue to support Hamas."
Man who made antisemitic threats against Sen. Jacky Rosen sentenced to almost 4 years in prison
Miller’s lawyer, Jess Marchese, told the Associated Press that Miller struggles with addiction and was high on methamphetamine at the time of the crimes.
Some Republicans voice concern over Trump's plan to accept Qatari plane
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer vowed to block all of Trump's nominees to the Justice Department until the agency reports what it knows about the Qatari offer.
Senate committee approves amendment stating criticism of Israeli government isn’t antisemitic
The amendment was proposed by Bernie Sanders, the Jewish progressive leader, and approved in a 12-11 vote in the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee.