Senate Republicans poke holes in the filibuster despite vowing to protect it

Facing Democratic opposition, the GOP has discarded a series of precedents and weakened minority power in order to vote through Trump's nominees and legislation. Read More

Senate rejects both parties' bills to avoid a shutdown, leaving next steps uncertain

Democrats in the Senate rejected a House GOP proposal to keep funds flowing through Nov. 21, while Republicans scuttled a competing Democratic bill with health care provisions. Read More

Upending Precedent, Thune Bows To Realities of a Polarized Senate

In using the nuclear option, John Thune has turned a Senate precedent on its head, defying his reputation as an institutionalist. Read More

Senate Republicans plan filibuster changes that could leave progressives torn

For years, progressives have been the most ardent voices calling to eliminate the filibuster. Senate Republicans will aim to chip away at that rule this week. Read More

Senate GOP strategy emerges in shutdown fight: ‘Let Schumer be Schumer’

Senate Republicans are looking to heap pressure on Democrats amid their fight over government funding — and they believe Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer’s (D-N.Y.) talkative nature is giving ... Read More