Senate Republicans Block Funding, Risk Shutdown
Republican senators trigger government funding crisis by rejecting stopgap spending bill, setting stage for potential federal shutdown and escalating Washington tensions.
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Democrat Graham Platner wins Maine Senate seat in major upset
In a stunning political upset, Democrat Graham Platner has captured Maine's Senate seat, dealing a devastating blow to Republican ambitions of controlling the chamber. Discover how this former state attorney general defied the odds in one of 2025's most f
US Senate blocks northern spotted owl protections
In a controversial move, the US Senate has overturned protections for the northern spotted owl, sparking outrage among conservationists and raising concerns about the future of the threatened species.
Trump Republicans threaten shutdown over filibuster
Republican senators aligned with Donald Trump are considering forcing a government shutdown to eliminate the legislative filibuster, setting up a dramatic constitutional confrontation in Washington.
Trump's filibuster gambit risks government shutdown
Donald Trump's unprecedented use of filibuster tactics threatens to paralyse US government funding, risking a complete shutdown in critical political standoff.
Senate blocks Trump tariff powers in bipartisan vote
In a stunning bipartisan move, the US Senate has voted to prevent Donald Trump from imposing sweeping tariffs without congressional approval, setting up a major constitutional clash.
Surgeon General Nominee Faces Senate Grilling Over Social Media
Dr Casey Means confronted intense questioning from Republican senators over her views on social media's impact on youth mental health during a contentious confirmation hearing.
Senators probe ICE's use of full-body restraints
US immigration authorities face mounting pressure as Senate Democrats investigate disturbing reports of detainees being subjected to full-body restraints for minor infractions.
Pocock wins Senate transparency battle, extends question time
Independent Senator David Pocock secures historic Senate reforms, forcing the government to extend question time and increase parliamentary accountability in a major transparency victory.
Hanson cleared in Rinehart party funding scandal
Australian Senate absolves Pauline Hanson of misconduct after taxpayer-funded trip to mining magnate Gina Rinehart's birthday celebration, though questions about political judgement remain.
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