Senate GOP

Rick Scott, a Florida Republican, invited President Donald Trump to address the Senate without Majority Leader John Thune's approval and circulated a letter outlining Senate GOP strategies for the November midterms. Scott denies ambitions to challenge Thune for leadership, stating he is content in his role leading the conservative Steering Committee and predicts Thune will retain his position.

Senate Republicans reversed their position on an Iran war vote after President Donald Trump criticized them, rejecting a war powers resolution in a late-night vote. The move aimed to appease Trump following a tense exchange where he berated senators, including Bill Cassidy, for opposing his Iran policy.

President Trump and Senate GOP lawmakers experienced heightened tensions after Trump refused to sign a housing costs bill and criticized GOP senators during a lunch meeting over a resolution directing him to withdraw U.S. forces. The conflict highlights growing friction between the president and Republican legislators.

At least 32 people were killed and 700 injured after two earthquakes struck Venezuela. Trump and Senate GOP held a tense meeting, and a top general is expected to retire as part of Pentagon shakeups.

The Senate voted 47-50-1 not to rebuke the Trump administration's military conflict in Iran, as leaders argued it would harm negotiations to end the war. The resolution aimed to reassert Congress's power over such actions.

President Donald Trump met with Senate Republicans in an attempt to unify the party but left the closed-door meeting without resolving deep divisions over policy goals like a nationwide voter identification law. Senators reported minimal progress, citing conflicts with Trump over the Iran war and a canceled housing bill signing to prioritize his SAVE America Act.

President Donald Trump and Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy had a heated exchange during a private lunch, with Trump reportedly calling Cassidy a 'lunatic' after Cassidy criticized Trump for not providing public clarity on Iran policy. The dispute reflects ongoing tensions between Trump and GOP senators, particularly over military actions and political conflicts, including Trump's role in Cassidy's recent primary defeat.

President Trump and Republican senators are set to meet on Capitol Hill to discuss the SAVE America Act and the Iran peace deal, with tensions expected to be high as they face a potential collision over these issues.

President Trump and Republican senators are set to meet on Capitol Hill to discuss the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act and the Iran peace deal, with tensions expected to be high due to potential disagreements. Republican senators anticipate an unpredictable and potentially heated discussion as tensions over these issues have been rising.

House Republicans aim to advance Reconciliation 3.0 within eight legislative days before the July 4 break, requiring swift passage of a budget resolution to bypass the filibuster. Challenges include unresolved funding mechanisms and policy disagreements, with some GOP members criticizing 'fake pay-fors' and lacking reforms. President Donald Trump is set to meet Senate Republicans to push his SAVE America Act, while the Senate delays action on a third party-line bill.

Sen. Mike Lee urged Senate Republicans to pass the SAVE America Act, a voter ID bill promoted by President Trump. Lee stated the bill makes 'it easy to vote, hard…' during an interview with Fox News Sunday.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune expressed uncertainty about Jay Clayton’s nomination as director of national intelligence, stating its fate depends on President Donald Trump. Thune noted frustration over Trump’s actions disrupting Republican legislative efforts and mentioned a potential peace agreement with Iran involving a reconstruction fund.

Republican senators express frustration with the White House interfering in legislative efforts. They seek to reauthorize a lapsed surveillance law but require Democratic support to overcome a Senate filibuster. President Trump is highlighted as a source of obstruction.

Republicans in Congress are attempting to regain influence over the U.S. role in NATO by curbing President Trump's authority to remove troops from Europe through legislation. The Senate Armed Services Committee is working to limit this power as the White House reportedly plans troop moves.

Republican senators are withholding support for President Trump's announced peace deal with Iran, citing the need for more details about the agreement and its effectiveness in halting Iran's nuclear program. Trump's Republican allies on Capitol Hill have expressed concerns since the U.S. and Israel launched strikes in February.

Senate Republicans are refusing to support President Trump's request to use the budget reconciliation process a third time to allocate $350 billion to the Pentagon. They recently passed an $70 billion package for immigration enforcement after an extended voting session.

President Trump faces growing pushback from Senate Republicans over his handling of the military conflict with Iran. Democrats believe they are close to passing a war powers resolution to withdraw U.S. forces, with four Republican senators having voted to discharge it.

Tensions between President Trump and Senate Republicans escalated as GOP senators used amendment votes on a $70 billion budget reconciliation bill to distance themselves from the president. Three Republican senators facing re-election challenges in November, including Susan Collins and John Husted, participated in the public disagreements.

Senate Republicans defeated an amendment sponsored by Chuck Schumer to prohibit the Justice Department from establishing a $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization' fund. The amendment aimed to block funding for MAGA allies, though the acting Attorney General stated the administration would abandon the proposal.

Senate GOP removed up to $1B for Trump ballroom security from an immigration enforcement bill. GOP leaders reportedly believed the funding proposal risked derailing the broader immigration bill.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the abandonment of a controversial 'anti-weaponization' fund criticized as a slush fund for distributing money to allies. The decision may prevent the collapse of a $72 billion legislative package.

The Department of Justice is investigating E. Jean Carroll, who won a $83 million lawsuit against President Trump in 2024. Senate Republicans face a challenge defending the probe on the Senate floor next month.

President Trump's victory in the Texas GOP primary has increased his influence over Senate Republicans, who face renewed pressure to advance his agenda following Sen. John Cornyn's significant primary loss. Cornyn's defeat is seen as a major setback for Senate GOP leaders who invested heavily in his campaign.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) is backing Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton following his primary victory over incumbent Sen. John Cornyn (R). Thune emphasized maintaining the Republican Senate majority in the upcoming general election against Democrat James Talarico.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, the GOP's Senate nominee after a contentious primary, urging Republicans to unite against Democratic challenger James Talarico. Paxton, a Trump ally, defeated incumbent Sen. John Cornyn in the primary, prompting Senate Republicans to prioritize keeping the Senate majority over personal preferences.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune endorsed Ken Paxton, the Republican Senate nominee in Texas, following a contentious GOP primary. Paxton, a Trump ally, defeated incumbent Sen. John Cornyn, and now faces Democratic nominee James Talarico. Senate Republicans are uniting to ensure Paxton's victory to maintain the GOP's Senate majority.

Republican senators John Cornyn and Bill Cassidy suffered primary defeats in Texas and Louisiana, driven by Trump-backed challengers and anti-incumbent sentiment. Trump's endorsements and criticism of these senators amplified their losses, reflecting a resurgence of tea party-style rebellion within the GOP.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defeated Senator John Cornyn in the GOP Senate runoff, securing about 64% of the vote. Cornyn became a casualty of President Trump’s influence in the primary, marking a significant shift in Texas politics.

Senate Republicans delayed an immigration bill amid disagreements with President Donald Trump over his proposed 'anti-weaponization' fund. The $1.776 billion fund, tied to a lawsuit settlement with the IRS, faces restrictions from senators, while a $72 billion funding package for Homeland Security and Justice remains stalled. Key issues include eligibility for financial relief for Jan. 6 riot defendants and a Secret Service security earmark.

President Trump has endorsed Ken Paxton over John Cornyn in the Texas Senate race, a decision that is roiling the primary battle. The endorsement is seen as a break from the Senate GOP establishment. The run-off election is set to take place in one week.

The Senate GOP is hesitant to approve a $1 billion budget for security measures in a new White House ballroom. The proposal is part of a larger budget reconciliation package and has been met with skepticism by Republicans. The Secret Service had pitched the idea, but lawmakers are unsure about supporting it.

The Senate GOP is facing a political landmine over a proposal to spend $1 billion on security for the White House ballroom as part of a funding debate for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Border Patrol. The proposal has sparked concern among Republican senators ahead of the Senate Judiciary Committee's bill release. The funding is intended to cover the next three and a half years.

Senate Republicans are resisting a proposal to fund President Trump's 90,000-square-foot White House ballroom due to concerns over taxpayer costs and political risks amid current economic anxieties. While GOP lawmakers generally support Trump, they view the initiative as a poor political strategy in the present climate.

Senate Republicans are using budget reconciliation to fund immigration enforcement agencies like ICE without Democratic support, following a partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security.

Senate Republicans passed a budget blueprint to fund Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol with $140 billion through the end of Trump's term, bypassing Democratic opposition. The move uses the budget reconciliation process after Democrats refused to fund ICE and CBP without reforms, with key senators like Rand Paul and Lisa Murkowski voting against it.

Senate Budget Committee Chairman Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) introduced a budget resolution to fully fund ICE and CBP for three and a half years, through the end of President Trump’s term, with total federal spending of $60 trillion in on-budget outlays.

Senate Republicans introduced a budget resolution to initiate the process of funding immigration agencies under the Department of Homeland Security without Democratic support. The move aims to secure funding for ICE and other DHS immigration-related entities through a party-led effort.

Senate Republicans are divided over funding for military conflict with Iran, with concerns about an endless war. Some lawmakers are discussing a resolution with Sen. Lisa Murkowski to authorize prolonged military action against Iran.