Shelley Moore Capito

President Donald Trump's recent actions, including a Truth Social post disrupting GOP plans to confirm Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence and revive a surveillance bill, have strained relations with Senate Republicans. Senators expressed frustration over Trump's uncoordinated decisions and demands, such as pushing to eliminate the filibuster and pass the SAVE America Act, which complicate legislative efforts ahead of midterms.

President Trump's recent actions, including a disruptive Truth Social post and controversial appointments, are causing friction with Senate Republicans, leading to public frustrations among lawmakers as legislative efforts are derailed.

President Donald Trump faces Republican skepticism regarding his new Iran agreement, as many GOP lawmakers remain cautious due to past opposition to the 2015 nuclear pact. Republicans have withheld judgment, citing insufficient details, while expressing cautious optimism about a potential ceasefire in the Middle East.

Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.V.) criticized fellow lawmakers for failing to pass bills to extend Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). She mentioned ongoing events like the World Cup and America’s 250 celebrations as context for the legislative delay.

President Trump is advocating for making daylight saving time permanent, with a provision included in a House transportation bill. The effort faces bipartisan challenges due to concerns about health effects and morning darkness, though some Republicans support it.

The Justice Department's commitment to following a temporary order blocking President Donald Trump’s 'anti-weaponization' fund is seen as a first step but not sufficient to secure Republican support for an immigration enforcement funding bill. GOP senators expressed skepticism, emphasizing the need for Trump to abandon the fund for the bill to pass.

The Justice Department retreated slightly from its $1.8 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund,' but Republican senators remain unconvinced, urging President Donald Trump to explicitly renounce the fund. The fund's potential use to pay participants in the Jan. 6 Capitol attack and other Trump allies has stalled GOP immigration enforcement legislation, with senators demanding clearer assurances.

The US House passed a bill to allow year-round sales of E15 (15% ethanol blend), but its Senate passage remains uncertain due to opposition from environmental advocates and oil-producing states. The White House supports the measure, which aims to provide cheaper fuel alternatives and boost agricultural interests, though the EPA's temporary waivers for extended E15 sales were linked to the Iran war's impact on gas prices.

The US House passed a bill to allow year-round sales of E15 ethanol blend, but its Senate approval remains uncertain due to opposition from environmental advocates and lawmakers in oil-producing states. The White House supports the measure, which aims to provide cheaper fuel options and boost agricultural interests, though Senate leaders express skepticism about securing 60 votes for passage.

The US House passed a bill to allow year-round sales of E15 ethanol blend, but its future in the Senate is uncertain due to opposition from environmental advocates and lawmakers from oil-producing states. The White House supports the legislation, which aims to provide consumers a cheaper fuel alternative and boost agricultural interests, though Senate approval requires 60 votes.

The US House passed a bill allowing year-round sales of E15 ethanol blend, but its future in the Senate remains uncertain. Proponents argue it offers a cheaper fuel alternative and benefits agriculture, while opponents include environmental advocates and lawmakers from oil-producing states. The EPA has issued waivers for extended E15 sales due to Middle East tensions.

The US House passed a bill allowing year-round sales of E15 ethanol blend, but its Senate path is uncertain due to opposition from environmental advocates and oil-producing states. The EPA has issued waivers for extended E15 sales amid rising gas prices, but Senate support remains divided.

Key Senate negotiators from both parties met Monday night to discuss a bipartisan deal on federal permitting reform for energy projects. The dinner was organized by Sen. John Hickenlooper and included committee leaders expressing optimism about progress, with hopes to reach agreement before August recess.

Shelley Moore Capito won the West Virginia GOP Senate primary with 66.5 percent of the vote, setting her up for reelection this fall. She defeated a crowded primary field, including state Sen. Tom Willis. Capito is projected to win the Republican primary for U.S. Senate in West Virginia.

Shelley Moore Capito won the West Virginia GOP Senate primary with the backing of President Donald Trump, securing her party's nomination in a solidly red state. She defeated five Republican challengers and will be considered the overwhelming favorite in the November midterm elections. The GOP currently controls the Senate with a 53-47 majority.

Shelley Moore Capito won the West Virginia GOP Senate primary with support from President Donald Trump, securing her party's nomination in the solidly red state. She will be considered the overwhelming favorite in the November midterm elections. The GOP currently controls the Senate with a 53-47 majority.

Republican Sen. Shelley Moore Capito is running in a primary to hold on to her seat representing West Virginia. Democrats also have a crowded primary field with several candidates vying for the party’s nomination. Polls close at 7:30 p.m. EDT.