United States Senate.
upper house of the United States Congress
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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What's happening
Active this week
One to three months ago
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Andy Beshear questioned Mitch McConnell's capacity due to health, and Paul Begala criticized his healthcare voting record.Some support2 reports
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The election process for the US Senate seat in South Carolina is currently underway.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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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
Gone quiet
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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 supported183 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
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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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What's reaching United States Senate
Events traced to United States Senate, step by step, newest first- Warner's win could boost Democratic agenda in U.S. SenateWarner's victory strengthens Democratic influence and policy focus in the SenateLikely
- Senate may debate tax cap increase to extend Medicare lifeThe Senate may face pressure to legislate changes to extend Medicare's lifePossible
- Increased federal cost share request may require Senate legislative actionIncreased federal cost share request may require Senate legislative action.Possible
Around United States Senate this week
News at the entities that move United States Senate most-
Ben Ray Luján StructuralMultiple political developments in New Mexico and Congress, including election results, committee appointments, and legislative actions.Moves United States Senate
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Mitch McConnell StructuralMitch McConnell opposed Democrats' funding demands while Jamaal Bowman pulled a fire alarm during a vote.Moves United States Senate
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house of representatives StructuralWes Climer was elected to the House of Representatives, while Shawn Hochuli built a wealth management practice in Irvine.Moves United States Senate
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South Carolina StructuralMany companies in South Carolina announced their financial earnings on November 6, 2026.Moves United States Senate
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United States House of Representatives OperationalBills regarding mail ballot standards were considered in the United States House of Representatives.Moves United States Senate
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Andrews StructuralAndrews secured an upset victory over Darline Graham, marking a defeat for Donald Trump in the election.Moves United States Senate
Connections
The 40 strongest of 72, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
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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South Carolina Structural
South Carolina provides elected representatives to the United States Senate through the formal electoral process.
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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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Northern Mariana Islands Structural
The covenant of the Northern Mariana Islands required formal approval from the United States Senate.
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Andrews Structural
Andrews is a member of the United States Senate following a general election victory.
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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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Ben Ray Luján Structural
one depends on the other
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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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John Thune Structural
John Thune serves as a member and leader within the United States Senate, participating in its legislative functions.
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Abdul El-Sayed Operational
Abdul El-Sayed is actively running for and influencing policy within the United States Senate.
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Donald Trump Operational
Trump actively pressures the Senate regarding legislative agendas and electoral outcomes, while the Senate responds to his political activities.
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James Talarico Structural
James Talarico is a political candidate actively seeking election to the United States Senate.
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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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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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Mark Warner Operational
Mark Warner actively influences and participates within the United States Senate through legislative advocacy and elections.
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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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Matt Dodson Structural
Matt Dodson is actively campaigning for the office of U.S. Senate.
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Graham Operational
Graham is actively campaigning and running for a seat in the United States 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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Tom Cotton Operational
Tom Cotton actively engages in opposition within the United States 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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Sherrod Brown Structural
Sherrod Brown is seeking election to become a member of the United States Senate.
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Democrats Structural
Democrats are gaining political control over the United States Senate.
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Chris Pappas Structural
Chris Pappas serves as a member of the United States Senate following his election.
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Erick Erickson Mentioned together
Erick Erickson provides commentary and predictions regarding the political performance of the United States Senate.
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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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Raphael Warnock Operational
Raphael Warnock actively seeks to influence the political control and direction of the United States Senate.
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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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Andy Beshear Operational
Andy Beshear publicly criticized the United States Senate regarding its lack of accountability.
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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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Republicans Mentioned together
Political forecasts discuss the expected control and performance of the Republican party within the United States Senate.
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Jim Risch Structural
Jim Risch serves as a member within the United States Senate.
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Minnesota Shared context
Minnesota serves as the electorate context for the United States Senate.
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New Hampshire Structural
New Hampshire participates in the United States Senate by sending representatives.
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Chuck Grassley Operational
Grassley actively attempts to influence the United States Senate regarding legislative passage.
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Alaska Shared context
The US Senate is viewed as having the potential to influence political outcomes and races within Alaska.
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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.
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Ashley Hinson Operational
Ashley Hinson was endorsed for a U.S. Senate race.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventSeptember 2026
1 eventAugust 2026
2 eventsShow 2 earlier months
July 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.
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.