Senate Democratic Caucus

Democrats in Congress oppose a proposed Trump administration rule that would alter federal grant administration, giving political appointees authority to decide funding allocations and prohibiting grants from supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. The draft rule, titled 'Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance,' could affect hundreds of billions in funding and allows the president to terminate grants without notice, according to lawmakers.

Democrats in Congress oppose a proposed Trump administration rule that would shift federal grant decision-making power to political appointees and restrict funding for DEI initiatives. The draft rule, titled 'Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance,' could affect hundreds of billions in grants and faces criticism for potentially turning funding into a partisan tool.

Democrats in Congress oppose a Trump administration draft rule that would alter federal grant administration, granting political appointees authority over funding decisions and restricting support for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The rule, titled 'Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance,' could affect hundreds of billions in federal funding for universities and organizations.

More than half of Senate Democrats have called for Graham Platner to exit the Maine Senate race following a sexual assault allegation from a former date. Over 31 of 47 Democratic senators, including leaders like Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, urged Platner to withdraw, with the DSCC vowing not to support his campaign if he remains on the ballot.

Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) is hosting a virtual fundraising event for Graham Platner amid scandals involving sexually explicit texts and allegations of a Nazi symbol tattoo. The event, part of efforts to support Platner's Senate campaign in Maine, occurs as Democrats debate his candidacy.

Centrist Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) humorously admitted he is not 'popular' in the Senate Democratic caucus, despite flipping a key Senate seat from Republican Pat Toomey to secure Democratic majority control in 2023-2024. His remarks came during a Fox News interview where he described his relationship with fellow Democrats as 'cordial.'