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Ukraine hits two Russian oil refineries in long-range attacks

Ukraine hits two Russian oil refineries in long-range attacks

Ukrainian long-range strikes have hit two major oil processing facilities in Russia, prompting the US Senate to advance a bipartisan sanctions package.

World ·6 Aug 2026, 16:17 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Senate plans vote to hold Fauci in contempt after Fifth Amendment refusal

Senate plans vote to hold Fauci in contempt after Fifth Amendment refusal

Senate leaders plan a vote on contempt proceedings for Dr. Anthony Fauci after he invoked the Fifth Amendment during a contentious congressional appearance.

World ·30 Jul 2026, 06:31 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Senate expected to confirm Jay Clayton as next intelligence director

Senate expected to confirm Jay Clayton as next intelligence director

The Senate is slated to vote on confirming Jay Clayton as director of the nation's intelligence agencies amid sharp partisan division over his nomination.

World ·28 Jul 2026, 22:09 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Trump mocks Sen. Jon Ossoff as 'Pinky Herman' at Georgia rally

Trump mocks Sen. Jon Ossoff as 'Pinky Herman' at Georgia rally

During a speech in Marietta, President Trump targeted Senator Jon Ossoff with personal insults while expressing support for Republican candidate Mike Collins.

Culture ·23 Jul 2026, 01:33 ·Amelia Stone 3 min read
Senate bill targeting Russian oil imports grants Trump new tariff powers

Senate bill targeting Russian oil imports grants Trump new tariff powers

A new bipartisan Senate bill aims to weaken Russia's war efforts by authorizing up to 100% tariffs on top importers of its energy and mandating sectoral sanctions. The proposal, supported by President Trump, targets Russia's defense, financial, and energy industries.

World ·16 Jul 2026, 08:32 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US House passes Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving permanent

US House passes Sunshine Protection Act to make daylight saving permanent

The US House voted to pass the Sunshine Protection Act, which aims to make daylight saving time permanent. The legislation now faces an uncertain path in the Senate.

World ·15 Jul 2026, 12:06 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
Darline Graham sworn

Darline Graham sworn

Darline Graham has been sworn in as South Carolina’s first female U.S. senator, filling the seat left vacant by the sudden death of her brother, Lindsey Graham.

World ·15 Jul 2026, 00:03 ·Leah Bennett 4 min read
Trump backs Lindsey Graham's sister for interim South Carolina Senate seat

Trump backs Lindsey Graham's sister for interim South Carolina Senate seat

Former President Donald Trump is pushing for Darline Graham to serve as interim senator, a move supported by Senate leadership as South Carolina prepares for a special election.

World ·13 Jul 2026, 19:35 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read
US Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71 after brief and sudden illness

US Senator Lindsey Graham dies at 71 after brief and sudden illness

Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, a fixture of American legislative and foreign policy for over three decades, has passed away at 71. His death leaves a vacancy in the US Senate and triggers procedural requirements for a successor in South Carolina.

World ·12 Jul 2026, 11:02 ·Leah Bennett 3 min read