#US Senate
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PoliticsNvidia Executives and Commerce Secretary Lutnick Summoned by US Senate Amid Tech Scandal
US lawmakers have summoned former Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to testify before the Senate Banking Committee regarding a scandal at the tech company, citing national security concerns.
PoliticsSchumer Faces Democratic Dissent as New Senators Question Leadership
Several newly elected Democratic senators have expressed reservations about supporting Chuck Schumer's continued leadership in the US Senate, signaling potential division within the party despite recent midterm successes. Incoming freshmen are calling for new leadership and a more progressive agenda, challenging Schumer's long-standing role.
PoliticsDemocrats Secure Control of Congress as Mississippi and Alaska Senate Races Remain Undecided
Democrats have secured control of Congress in the midterm elections, but two key Senate races in Mississippi and Alaska remain undecided due to close vote counts and unique state voting systems. The final outcomes in these states will determine the exact size of the Democratic majority.
PoliticsAbdul El-Sayed Makes History as First Muslim US Senator, Defeating Trump-Backed Candidate Amidst Divisive Campaign
Abdul El-Sayed has made history by becoming the first Muslim elected to the US Senate, defeating a Trump-backed candidate in Michigan. His campaign focused on economic inequality and healthcare, amidst personal attacks and accusations related to his faith and heritage.
PoliticsMichigan Elects First Black Woman to US Senate
Democrat Abdul El-Sayed has made history by winning a US Senate seat from Michigan, becoming the first Black woman to hold this position in the state.
PoliticsAbdul El-Sayed Makes History: First Muslim Elected to U.S. Senate in Pivotal Michigan Race
Abdul El-Sayed has made history as the first Muslim elected to the U.S. Senate, winning a closely contested race in Michigan. His campaign focused on progressive issues, facing significant opposition and controversy related to his stance on Israel and U.S. foreign policy.
PoliticsSherrod Brown Secures Senate Seat in Costly Ohio Midterm Election Upset
Sherrod Brown has won back a US Senate seat in Ohio, defeating Republican Jon Husted in a race that saw over $500 million spent on advertising. The costly election was seen as crucial for Senate control, with Brown emphasizing his ties to working-class communities.
PoliticsDemocrat Haley Stevens Endorses Republican Mike Rogers After Dispute With Abdul El-Sayed
Democrat Haley Stevens has endorsed Republican Mike Rogers for the US Senate after a public dispute with her party's nominee, Abdul El-Sayed, over an advertisement and campaign involvement. The endorsement comes just before a critical Michigan Senate race that could impact party control in Washington.
TechnologyUS Senate Defeats Bipartisan Bill Aimed at Regulating AI Data Centre Energy Costs
The US Senate rejected a bipartisan bill that would have required state regulators to consider making data centres bear the costs of supporting energy infrastructure.
PoliticsUS Senate Narrowly Defeats Democratic Bid to Limit Trump's Iran War Powers Ahead of Midterms
The US Senate narrowly defeated a Democratic-led resolution to restrict President Donald Trump's war powers regarding Iran ahead of the November midterm elections.
EconomyUS Senate Rejects Major Cryptocurrency Bill in Major Setback for Digital-Asset Industry
The US Senate failed to pass the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act backed by President Donald Trump, dealing a major blow to the cryptocurrency industry and leaving regulatory uncertainty in place.
PoliticsMichigan Senate Candidate Abdul El-Sayed Confronts Islamophobia and Foreign Policy in Detroit Speech
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed addressed Muslim American identity and criticized US foreign policy during a speech in Detroit, ahead of his upcoming debates with Republican opponent Mike Rogers.
TechnologyUS Disrupts Chinese-Linked Hacking Operation Targeting NASA, Senate, and Government Agencies
The United States disrupted a China-affiliated hacking operation that targeted sensitive government bodies like NASA, the US Senate, and the Federal Reserve using platforms to hide attack origins.
PoliticsLindsey Graham's Sister Competes for His US Senate Seat
The sister of Lindsey Graham is running for election to take over his US Senate seat, as shown in recent video coverage.