United States Senate.
upper house of the United States Congress
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
One to three months ago
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Covenant sought US citizenship for permanent residents of the Northern Mariana Islands, requiring approval from the US Senate.Some support3 reports
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Late sunrise affects regional areas including Lafayette and Lake Charles, while the Sunshine Protection Act moves to Senate review.Some support2 reports
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James Walkinshaw introduced a bill to the United States Senate.Some support2 reports
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Tim Kaine urged to stand with law enforcement, while Mark Warner urged the Senate to oppose dangerous legislation.Some support2 reports
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Graham Platner is seeking office in the state capital of Augusta.Well supported182 reports3 developments inside
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Patrick Dempsey, who loves his home state of Maine, is reportedly considering a run for the United States Senate.Well supported4 reports
Gone quiet
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The United States Senate used the floor to debate procedure, focusing on the efficacy of the talking filibuster.Some support1 report
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The US Senate and House are addressing the President's military campaign against Iran, including pausing it.Well supported4 reports
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Debate centers on questioning Graham Platner's fitness for the U.S. Senate.Some support1 report
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Ben Ray Luján is running for the U.S. Senate office, with the campaign linked to recent provocations in Iran.Some support1 report
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Christy Davis launched a successful campaign in Kansas, rooted in service and advocacy for the state.Some support1 report
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Around United States Senate this week
News at the entities that move United States Senate most-
South Carolina StructuralMatthew Rutter attended a convention held in North Carolina on June 19, 2026.Moves United States Senate
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Ben Ray Luján StructuralBen Ray Luján advocates for policy solutions regarding wildfires in New Mexico.Moves United States Senate
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Northern Mariana Islands StructuralAn executive order issued on July 1, 2018, opened protected waters for commercial fishing, though fishing remained prohibited within 50 nautical miles of land around Rose Atoll.Moves United States Senate
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Mitch McConnell StructuralDeb Fischer publicly questioned Mitch McConnell's capacity to perform on September 24, 2026.Moves United States Senate
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house of representatives StructuralDonald Trump appoints Bill Pulte as DNI; Pulte splits time between DC and Florida, while Kash Patel faces criticism for jet misuse.Moves United States Senate
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Lindsey Graham StructuralA bill, named after Lindsey Graham, has been signed authorizing sanctions on Russian officials and energy, while also extending sanctions on Iran's energy and weapons sectors.Moves United States Senate
Connections
The 36 strongest of 60, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
South Carolina Structural
South Carolina sends elected representatives to the upper chamber of the United States government.
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house of representatives Structural
The House of Representatives supplies legislation which is subsequently reviewed and acted upon by the United States Senate.
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Lindsey Graham Structural
Lindsey Graham functions as a member of the U.S. Senate, utilizing it as the official platform to introduce and advance legislative initiatives.
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United States House of Representatives Operational
The two chambers of the US Congress function as a bicameral legislature where bills must pass through both the House and the Senate.
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Ben Ray Luján Structural
one depends on the other
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Richard Burr Structural
A holds a formal, high-ranking functional position within the committee structure of B.
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Northern Mariana Islands Structural
The covenant of the Northern Mariana Islands required formal approval from the United States Senate.
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James Talarico Structural
James Talarico is actively pursuing a goal of achieving elected office within the United States Senate.
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Graham Platner Operational
Graham Platner is actively competing for a seat in the United States Senate.
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Jared Moskowitz Structural
Jared Moskowitz holds the formal role of a representative within the United States Senate.
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Ken Paxton Operational
Ken Paxton is actively campaigning and seeking election to a seat in the United States Senate.
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Mitch McConnell Structural
Mitch McConnell's political function is defined by his role and activities within the United States Senate.
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John Thune Structural
John Thune serves as a member of the United States Senate, participating in its legislative functions and institutional outputs.
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Seth Bodnar Structural
Seth Bodnar is running as an independent candidate for a seat in the United States Senate.
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Matt Dodson Structural
Matt Dodson is actively campaigning for the office of U.S. Senate.
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Abdul El-Sayed Operational
Abdul El-Sayed is actively running for a seat within the United States Senate.
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Donald Trump Operational
The Senate interacts with Trump's campaigns, and Trump makes political statements regarding the Senate's function and future.
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Graham Operational
Graham is actively campaigning and running for a seat in the United States Senate.
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Sherrod Brown Structural
Sherrod Brown is seeking election to become a member of the United States Senate.
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Andy Beshear Operational
Andy Beshear publicly criticized the United States Senate regarding its lack of accountability.
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Republicans Mentioned together
Political forecasts indicate that the Republican party must win or retain control of the United States Senate.
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Andrews Structural
Andrews is currently a candidate being considered for potential membership in the U.S. Senate.
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general assembly Shared context
The United States Senate is noted for originating the filibuster concept, a feature of a general assembly.
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Liberia Mentioned together
The relationship is noted as having potential for influence, where the backing of a Senator can strengthen engagement between nations.
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SEC Shared context
The SEC operates within the broader governmental and regulatory ecosystem overseen by the U.S. Senate.
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Tim Kaine Structural
Tim Kaine serves as a member of the United States Senate, performing duties within the institutional framework.
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John Cornyn Structural
John Cornyn functions as a member whose activities are conducted within the procedural and institutional framework of the U.S. Senate.
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James Walkinshaw Operational
James Walkinshaw introduced a bill to the United States Senate.
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Patrick Dempsey Shared context
Patrick Dempsey is considering a candidacy for a seat in the U.S. Senate.
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Ed Markey Shared context
Ed Markey is running for re-election to a seat in the United States Senate.
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Chris Van Hollen Mentioned together
Chris Van Hollen has commented on the potential political outcome and majority status of the United States Senate.
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Mark Warner Operational
Mark Warner actively urges the United States Senate to take specific legislative positions.
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Ralph Norman Shared context
Ralph Norman is running for a Senate seat, operating within the context of the United States Senate.
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Ralph Norman Operational
Ralph Norman announced his candidacy for a seat in the United States Senate.
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Russell Fry Shared context
The entities share a context within the US political environment, as suggested by political events.
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Mississippi Shared context
Mississippi serves as the geographical location where the activities of the United States Senate take place, specifically regarding Senate races.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
1 eventAugust 2026
2 eventsJuly 2026
4 events- Covenant sought US citizenship for permanent residents of the Northern Mariana Islands, requiring approval from the US Senate.
- James Walkinshaw introduced a bill to the United States Senate.
- Tim Kaine urged to stand with law enforcement, while Mark Warner urged the Senate to oppose dangerous legislation.
- Patrick Dempsey, who loves his home state of Maine, is reportedly considering a run for the United States Senate.
Show 1 earlier month
June 2026
6 events- Graham Platner is seeking office in the state capital of Augusta.
- The United States Senate used the floor to debate procedure, focusing on the efficacy of the talking filibuster.
- The US Senate and House are addressing the President's military campaign against Iran, including pausing it.
- Debate centers on questioning Graham Platner's fitness for the U.S. Senate.
- Ben Ray Luján is running for the U.S. Senate office, with the campaign linked to recent provocations in Iran.
- Christy Davis launched a successful campaign in Kansas, rooted in service and advocacy for the state.