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Senators prompted action from the State Department regarding visa procedures. They specifically pushed for the processing of visas designated for students and scholars.

Senators ended a standoff regarding President Donald Trump’s demands to pass a strict proof-of-citizenship voting bill, known as the SAVE America Act. While senators advanced other priorities, such as funding the government until December and passing a sanctions package for Ukraine, the voting bill was not among them. Republican senators planned an alternative approach: trying to approve elements of the vote law through a broader GOP budget package upon returning in September.

Senators departed in the predawn hours without fulfilling President Donald Trump's requirements. The demands related to passing a strict proof-of-citizenship voting bill.

Senator Darline Graham has avoided interacting with reporters. This behavior raises questions concerning her views and positions, especially since she is a woman who had never held public office.

Senators and tribal gaming regulators are advocating to include a prediction markets provision in the Clarity Act, aiming to maintain state control over sports betting and opposing federal regulatory efforts.

Epstein survivor Dani Bensky criticized Todd Blanche as 'walking perjury' during a Capitol Hill visit where survivors urged senators to reject his attorney general nomination. Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein's abuse lobbied lawmakers against Blanche's nomination.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman discussed a breach involving an AI agent hacking Hugging Face with lawmakers, though the issue was not the main focus of his Washington meetings.

Senators are reportedly developing an idea to strengthen a concession made by Trump regarding the Clarity Act's cryptocurrency limits. The focus is on increasing the restrictions outlined in the Act.

A vote on Todd Blanche is in doubt due to senators expressing skepticism over an I.R.S. provision. Blanche, the acting attorney general, cannot afford to lose a single Republican vote.

Senators have reached a deal on a bill to advance sanctions against Russia. The agreement is part of efforts to address issues related to Russia through legislative action.

Sam Altman will meet with the Trump administration and senators this week to preview the company's upcoming AI models and address cybersecurity and open-weight models.

Senators are questioning Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth about funding for the U.S. war against Iran. The interrogation focuses on financial aspects of the conflict.

Senators are questioning Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth about U.S. military funding related to the war against Iran. The discussion focuses on financial allocations for the conflict.

Senators are questioning Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth about the U.S. war against Iran. The focus is on funding related to the conflict.

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is meeting with survivors of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The meeting occurs amid pressure from senators and as Blanche's confirmation is pending.

US President Donald Trump is set to meet with several senators on Thursday as negotiators aim to pass the CLARITY Act before the Senate’s August recess.

A cryptocurrency regulation bill faces a critical period as senators aim to resolve policy disputes before the August recess, with experts warning it may be the last chance to pass the legislation before the midterm elections. The bipartisan negotiations focus on the Clarity Act, designed to establish a regulatory framework for digital assets.

Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle celebrated the bipartisan housing bill becoming law overnight Friday. President Trump refused to sign the bill, but it became law despite his refusal.

Washington's representatives and senators provided items for the semiquincentennial congressional time capsule to offer insight into the state's residents. The capsule is scheduled to be opened in 2276.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has criticized senators for blocking changes to the social media ban for children. The proposed changes aimed to restrict children's access to social media platforms.

The article questions whether the Space Force has sufficient legal personnel to address future conflicts, prompting an inquiry by senators.

Senators are advocating for the military healthcare program to include autism therapy as a basic benefit. The article references Logan Cabiao and his parents, Kristi and Mario, as an example.

Senators are demanding answers from the CFTC regarding allegations of deceptive marketing by Polymarket. The inquiry focuses on claims that Polymarket engaged in misleading advertising practices.

US President Donald Trump canceled a housing bill signing ceremony and clashed with certain Senators after a rare motion seeking to limit his war with Iran. The Senate passed a new motion following the feud.

Four new senators took the oath of office after winning by-elections conducted by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) last Saturday in their constituencies.

The U.S. military attacked a boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing three people, as Donald Trump's administration continues its campaign against alleged drug traffickers in Latin America, which has now killed well over 200 people. U.S. senators are demanding to see unedited video of the strikes.

Bill Pulte assumed the role of acting director of national intelligence on Friday. His appointment followed Tulsi Gabbard's resignation and faced criticism from senators for his lack of experience and partisanship.

Senators are seeking to block Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s travel funds until the Pentagon releases an investigation into a strike on an elementary school in Iran that killed more than 165 people.

Mr. Oshiomhole denied reports that senators' signatures were forged in the Natasha suspension saga, attributing the claims to misinterpretation and misrepresentation of his comments during an interview on AIT's Politics Today.

Six senators sent letters to two tobacco companies requesting details on their interactions with the Trump administration following the FDA's decision to ease restrictions on vaping products. The FDA recently authorized four flavored vaping products and issued new guidance.

Senators are conducting a marathon voting session, called a 'vote-a-rama,' that may include a vote on the Justice Department's 'anti-weaponization' fund, which a court temporarily blocked. The session is being reported by CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns.

Rubio states the U.S. is in talks with Iran over its nuclear program, and senators are pressuring Trump on war strategy, the Strait of Hormuz, and policies related to Cuba and Venezuela.

The U.S. Senate passed S. Res. 708, which prohibits senators and their staff from using prediction markets. The resolution became effective immediately upon its passage.

Kevin Warsh, President Trump's nominee to replace Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve chair, is set to face a confirmation hearing where senators will question his views on inflation and interest rates.

United Airlines and American Airlines' potential merger could lead to increased ticket prices and fees, according to senators. Lawmakers warn that the merger would harm consumers by reducing competition.

Senators are urging the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to investigate oil trading activities prior to Trump's Iran-related news. The CFTC recently terminated probationary employees, including attorneys in enforcement and market oversight roles, effective immediately.