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United States — United States Senate & Richard Blumenthal

6 shared events · Importance 6 · Last updated Aug 11, 2026

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International
United States — United States Senate: Passed the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, authorizing tariffs and sanctions.
Richard Blumenthal: Co-sponsor and key advocate for the bill.
Jul 10, 2026 · 311 articles
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Domestic
United States — United States Senate: Graham's death reduces Republican majority temporarily; special election will determine successor.
Richard Blumenthal: Co-sponsored sanctions bill with Graham; urged passage as a tribute.
Jul 12, 2026 · 283 articles
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Domestic
United States — United States Senate: The investigation is conducted by Senate committees; this action demonstrates its oversight role and political divisions.
Richard Blumenthal: Defended Fauci against Republican criticism; his comments highlight partisan divide.
Aug 06, 2026 · 17 articles
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Domestic
United States — United States Senate: The Senate committee's actions are part of broader Senate oversight; the full Senate may not vote on contempt.
Richard Blumenthal: Blumenthal compared the proceedings to McCarthy-era tactics, defending Fauci. His comments reflect partisan opposition but have no direct market effect.
Jul 26, 2026 · 353 articles
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Domestic
United States — United States Senate: Confirmed Clayton along party lines, ending a leadership vacuum. The vote reflects partisan divisions over intelligence and election issues.
Richard Blumenthal: Democratic senator said he would oppose Clayton but would not block an accelerated vote.
Jul 15, 2026 · 187 articles
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United States — United States Senate: Loses a senior member; Republican majority narrows to 51-47 until replacement is appointed.
Richard Blumenthal: Worked with Graham on Russian sanctions bill.
Jul 11, 2026 · 362 articles
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