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United States — United States Senate & Barack Obama

9 shared events · Importance 5 · Last updated Aug 19, 2026

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United States — United States Senate: The chamber whose control is at stake in the 2026 elections; outcome will shape legislative agenda.
Barack Obama: Former President who endorsed Josh Turek in United States — Iowa, adding momentum to the Democratic campaign.
Aug 07, 2026 · 8 articles
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United States — United States Senate: The United States — Michigan race is pivotal for control of the Senate. El-Sayed's nomination increases uncertainty about the outcome.
Barack Obama: Mentioned in the context of Stevens' ties, but not directly involved in the primary.
Jun 25, 2026 · 164 articles
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Domestic
United States — United States Senate: Democrats need to gain four seats to win majority; competitive primaries in key states.
Barack Obama: Former president; mentioned as context for Axelrod's role.
Aug 12, 2026 · 20 articles
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Domestic
United States — United States Senate: Confirmed Blanche by a narrow margin, reflecting deep partisan divisions. The vote highlighted the Senate's role in checking executive power, though the outcome favored the administration.
Barack Obama: Obama is referenced in Trump's defense of the fund, but not directly involved.
Jul 28, 2026 · 429 articles
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United States — United States Senate: Stalled on the SAVE America Act, which would impose proof-of-citizenship requirements.
Barack Obama: Former president who nominated Judge Talwani.
Jul 25, 2026 · 194 articles
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United States — United States Senate: Confirms commissioners; some senators criticized the firings.
Barack Obama: President Obama appointed commissioners Hicks and McCormick.
Apr 20, 2026 · 95 articles
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United States — United States Senate: Bipartisan delegation attended summit to counter Trump's caustic attitude toward NATO.
Barack Obama: Barack Obama was the last U.S. president to visit Turkey in 2015, providing a historical context for the current visit by Donald Trump.
Apr 20, 2026 · 317 articles
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United States — United States Senate: Senator Lee's proposal to sell federal lands was removed from a tax bill.
Barack Obama: President Obama established Bears Ears in 2016; his designation is now significantly reduced.
Jul 13, 2026 · 22 articles
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United States — United States Senate: Rosenblum provided written testimony to a Senate committee in 2015 warning about mass deportations.
Barack Obama: Rosenblum served on Obama's Immigration Policy Transition Team in 2009.
Jul 27, 2026 · 6 articles
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