Senate clears $1.7 trillion spending bill in sprint to beat winter storm, avert government shutdown

Washington — The Senate on Thursday approved the $1.7 trillion government spending bill, sending the bill to…

Senate struggles on final passage of $1.7 trillion spending bill

Washington — The Senate on Wednesday pushed off voting on final passage of the $1.7 trillion…

Ben Sasse’s exit from Senate prompts GOP unease over his replacement

When Republican Jim Pillen becomes Nebraska’s governor next month, one of his first acts will likely…

Senate passes short-term funding bill, averting government shutdown

The Senate on Thursday night passed a one-week continuing resolution to fund the government, averting a…

Senate passes annual defense spending bill, rescinds military COVID vaccine requirement

A bill to rescind the COVID-19 vaccine mandate for members of the U.S. military and provide…

Short-term government funding bill passes House, heads to Senate

Washington — The House approved a short-term measure Wednesday night that extends funding for federal agencies for…

Rep. Gallego says some Democratic senators

Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego of Arizona told CBS News on Wednesday that some Democratic senators are…

Schumer reelected Senate leader after Democrats expand majority

Washington — Sen. Chuck Schumer was unanimously elected Thursday for another term as Senate Democratic leader,…

Congress poised to rescind COVID-19 vaccine mandate for troops

The COVID-19 vaccine mandate for members of the U.S. military would be rescinded under the annual…

The final Senate seat will be decided in high-stakes Georgia runoff: Inside today’s vote

The final Senate seat will be decided in high-stakes Georgia runoff: Inside today’s vote – CBS…