Tag: US Senate

US Senate Avoids Government Shutdown, Passes Funding Bill with Bipartisan Support

"I believe it is the best way to minimize the harm that the Trump administration will do to the American people," Schumer said on the Senate floor.

March 15, 2025

Trump aide welcomes Indian-origin FBI chief Kash Patel with a ‘Bollywood’ flair

The Senate confirmed Patel as FBI Director with a tight 51-49 vote, with all Senate Democrats voting against him.

February 21, 2025

The Senate has confirmed Kash Patel as the new FBI Director with a narrow vote of 51-49

Earlier in the week, Patel’s nomination advanced after a key procedural vote, which passed 48-45, largely along party lines.

February 21, 2025

Tulsi Gabbard Clears Senate Committee Vote for Director of National Intelligence Nomination

The vote followed an announcement by Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.), a key swing vote, who expressed his support for Gabbard.

February 5, 2025

US Senate Confirms John Ratcliffe as CIA Director

The Senate confirmed Ratcliffe's appointment with 74 votes in favor and 25 against, while one senator abstained.

January 24, 2025

US Elections 2024: Republicans gain control of Senate

Notably, 28 seats held by Democrats and 38 seats held by Republicans didn't go to polls this time.

November 6, 2024

Iran condemns US Senate’s approval of $14bn aid package for Israel

The US Senate passed the bill by 70 votes to 29. It included $14 billion in security assistance to Israel, among other things.

February 19, 2024