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Florida Senate leader Pizzo says state's Democratic Party is "dead," he's leaving
In a stunning move less than a week before the scheduled end of the legislative session, Senate Minority Leader Jason Pizzo ...
Senate race to replace Durbin boasts ‘at least a dozen’ serious contenders
Expect announcements from Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Rep. Lauren Underwood within hours and days ...
Mexico moves to outlaw foreign propaganda after US runs anti-migrant ad across border
A reform was presented to the Mexican Senate to bar foreign governments from spreading propaganda after the U.S. DHS airs ...
Texas Senate passes private school vouchers bill; heads to Gov. Abbott's desk
The controversial school choice bill allows for taxpayer money to be used to help qualifying students pay for private school ...
How Adam Schiff is bringing House vibes to the Senate
The first-year Democratic senator is ignoring one colleague's advice to "dump the House" as the long-time party star comes into his own across the Capitol.
In His Springfield Backyard, Dick Durbin Reflects on His Decision Not to Run for Another Senate Term
Standing on his backyard deck Thursday – the same place where he declared his 1996 candidacy for U.S. Senate – Illinois’ ...
Texas Senate hears bill to ban undocumented students from in-state tuition rates, aid
Texas lawmakers are weighing a bill to bar students without legal status from in-state tuition, financial aid — potentially ...
Texas may officially recognize Gulf of America change after Senate gives first OK
Texas lawmakers are considering following President Donald Trump’s lead and renaming the body of water that touches 367 miles ...
Whip watch: Dick Durbin gives tearful goodbye as Dem power play begins for No. 2 Senate spot
Senators Brian Schatz, Patty Murray and Sheldon Whitehouse could be considered potential successors for Senate Minority Whip ...