Senate Democrats

West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin Says He Won’t Seek Re-election, Dimming Democratic Hopes Of Retaining Senate Control

On Thursday, Sen. Joe Manchin (D-West Virginia) announced that he will not be seeking re-election in 2024. For months, his…

1 year ago

Sen. Joe Manchin Blocks Climate & Tax Provisions In Democrats’ Budget Bill

Centrist Sen. Joe Manchin (D-West Virginia) indicated on Thursday that he will not vote right now in support of the…

2 years ago

Senate Democrats Agree On Tax Hike For Higher Earners

Senate Democrats reached an agreement to increase taxes on some high earners to collect funds to direct toward Medicare solvency…

2 years ago

Senate Democrats’ Effort To Codify Roe V. Wade Fails In 49-51 Vote

Senate Democrats lost a 49-51 vote on Wednesday to pass a bill that would preserve the federal right to abortion…

3 years ago

Senate Democrats Seek To Revive Slimmer Build Back Better Bill

Senate Democrats are making efforts to resuscitate President Joe Biden's Build Back Better social spending bill with concerns that if…

3 years ago

After Sen. Luján’s Stroke, Democrats Temporarily Lose Senate Majority

Sen. Ben Ray Luján (D-New Mexico), 49, is recovering in the hospital after suffering from a stroke, his office said. He…

3 years ago

Senate Democrats Want Investigation Into Cost & Legality Of Trump’s 4th Of July Celebration

Senate Democrats are demanding the Government Accountability Office (GAO) launch an inquiry into the costs of President Donald Trump's Fourth of…

5 years ago

New York State Senate Passes Bill Allowing Congress To Get Trump’s State Tax Returns

On Wednesday, the New York State Senate approved a bill that would make it simpler for lawmakers to acquire President Donald…

6 years ago

Senate Democrats Challenge Appointment Of Matt Whitaker, Trump Says He’s OK With Him Blocking Mueller Probe

On Monday, three Democratic U.S. Senators filed a lawsuit challenging the legality of President Donald Trump's appointment of Matt Whitaker as acting attorney…

6 years ago