United States — United States Senate & United States — Republican Party (United States)
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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.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Party defending its Senate majority; faces potential losses in several states due to economic discontent.
Aug 07, 2026 · 8 articles
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United States — United States Senate: The Senate was the central arena for the standoff, ultimately adjourning without passing the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act. It did confirm Todd Blanche, pass Russian sanctions, and approve a funding bill.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Republicans were divided over the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, with some senators led by Mike Lee pushing for its passage while leadership sought compromise. The party managed to advance other priorities.
Aug 08, 2026 · 7 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.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Republicans see El-Sayed's nomination as an opportunity to flip the seat, with Mike Rogers running unopposed and Trump endorsing him.
Jun 25, 2026 · 164 articles
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United States — United States Senate: The Senate must also pass the budget resolution; its Republican majority faces challenges in securing enough votes.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The Republican Party is the main actor pushing the legislation; internal divisions threaten its ability to govern and pass key agenda items.
Jul 21, 2026 · 6 articles
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United States — United States Senate: The Senate's uncertain consideration of the bill will determine its ultimate fate.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Republicans advanced the bill with added voter ID requirements, framing it as a response to voter distrust.
Jul 22, 2026 · 6 articles
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United States — United States Senate: The seat being contested; control of the chamber is a key issue.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Party faces a competitive Senate race in a traditionally red state; outcome affects Senate control.
Jul 27, 2026 · 21 articles
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United States — United States Senate: Control of the Senate is at stake; the primaries affected the competitiveness of key races.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Republicans are favored to retain the United States — Florida Senate seat and may gain House seats due to redistricting. The party's dominance in United States — Florida was reinforced.
Aug 19, 2026 · 41 articles
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United States — United States Senate: The United States — Kansas Senate primary will determine the Republican and Democratic nominees for the U.S. Senate seat.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The party is competing in primaries for governor and other offices, seeking to expand its control in the state.
Aug 03, 2026 · 12 articles
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United States — United States Senate: The Senate is the primary actor, unveiling and likely voting on the stopgap funding bill to avoid a shutdown.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Republicans seek defense increases and non-defense cuts, and support the grants rule, but agreed to delay it.
Aug 02, 2026 · 27 articles
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United States — United States Senate: The Senate must now consider the bill; its approval is uncertain due to the 60-vote threshold.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Republicans largely supported the bill, seeking to avoid a shutdown before the midterms.
Jul 21, 2026 · 14 articles
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United States — United States Senate: Failed to advance the NDAA due to partisan divisions over the Iran war.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Supported advancing the NDAA, accusing Democrats of politicizing national security.
Jul 14, 2026 · 25 articles
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United States — United States Senate: The U.S. Senate seat is open, and the primary will determine the Republican nominee, likely to win the general election and affect Senate balance.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The Republican Party dominates United States — Wyoming politics, and the primary will determine its nominees for key offices, likely maintaining Republican control.
Aug 17, 2026 · 6 articles
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United States — United States Senate: Republicans are selecting a nominee to challenge incumbent Senator Mark Warner, though the race is not considered competitive.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The party is holding primaries to defend its incumbents and select a challenger for the Senate seat.
Aug 04, 2026 · 18 articles
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United States — United States Senate: Stalled on the Save America Act; Trump lashed out at Senate for not passing it.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The event exposed internal tensions as Trump's protest undercut Republican efforts to showcase a major legislative win on housing affordability ahead of midterm elections.
Jun 24, 2026 · 81 articles
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United States — United States Senate: Will consider the House bills; outcome uncertain.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Majority party that passed the bills despite internal divisions.
Jul 15, 2026 · 85 articles
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United States — United States Senate: The body that must confirm Blanche; its members' votes determine the outcome, with key Republicans undecided.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The party's senators are divided on Blanche; their votes are crucial for confirmation.
Jul 14, 2026 · 94 articles
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United States — United States Senate: Confirmed Clayton along party lines, ending a leadership vacuum. The vote reflects partisan divisions over intelligence and election issues.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Supported Clayton's confirmation, viewing him as a qualified leader. The event may help advance their legislative agenda.
Jul 15, 2026 · 187 articles
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United States — United States Senate: The Senate committee's vote sets a precedent for contempt proceedings and reflects partisan divisions over COVID accountability.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The party uses the event to rally its base and push accountability narratives, potentially influencing midterm elections.
Aug 06, 2026 · 38 articles
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United States — United States Senate: Democrats need to gain four seats to win majority; competitive primaries in key states.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Faces enthusiasm gap but retains structural advantages in redistricting and fundraising; primary turnout lower.
Aug 12, 2026 · 20 articles
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United States — United States Senate: The United States — Oklahoma City Senate race is part of the broader 2026 midterm elections, with the outcome potentially affecting the balance of power in the chamber.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The party is holding a competitive gubernatorial runoff between Drummond and Mazzei, with the winner to face Democrat Cyndi Munson in the general election.
Aug 24, 2026 · 6 articles
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United States — United States Senate: Will consider the bill next; its passage is uncertain, with opposition from some senators.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Largely supports the bill, with Trump backing it as a win for the party.
Jul 14, 2026 · 51 articles
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United States — United States Senate: Senate primaries in United States — Florida, United States — Alaska, and United States — Wyoming are selecting nominees. The outcome will influence the Senate composition, though the House is the primary focus.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The Republican Party uses redistricting to protect its narrow House majority. Primaries are selecting candidates, with Byron Donalds favored for governor, potentially strengthening the party's position.
Aug 17, 2026 · 58 articles
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United States — United States Senate: Loses a senior member; Republican majority narrows to 51-47 until replacement is appointed.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Loses a key senator and dealmaker; special primary will determine nominee for November.
Jul 11, 2026 · 362 articles
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United States — United States Senate: Graham's death reduces Republican majority temporarily; special election will determine successor.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Holding a special primary to nominate a candidate for Graham's seat.
Jul 12, 2026 · 283 articles
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United States — United States Senate: The Senate is a key hurdle for the SAVE America Act, which has stalled there. Its decision will determine the bill's future.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The Republican Party largely supports the SAVE America Act, with the House passing it. The party's stance is central to the legislative push.
Aug 17, 2026 · 24 articles
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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.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The confirmation was a victory for the party's pro-Trump wing, but it exposed internal divisions and risks for vulnerable senators in upcoming elections.
Jul 28, 2026 · 429 articles
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United States — United States Senate: The Senate is also contested in the midterms, with Democrats seeing an opportunity to gain control. The political climate favors them.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The Republican Party faces electoral headwinds due to the unpopular war and economic concerns, with its approval on economic issues falling behind Democrats for the first time in a decade. The party's immigration advantage has also narrowed.
Jul 24, 2026 · 95 articles
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United States — United States Senate: The race could affect control of the Senate; the controversy adds uncertainty to the United States — Alaska seat.
United States — Republican Party (United States): The party is concerned that the same-name candidate could confuse voters and hurt the incumbent's chances; the NRSC has been active in opposing Daniel Sullivan.
Jul 11, 2026 · 9 articles
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United States — United States Senate: The Senate is the legislative body where the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act has been defeated and where voting rights bills are debated.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Congressional Republicans are backing the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, which Durbin characterizes as voter suppression.
Jun 28, 2026 · 6 articles
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United States — United States Senate: The Senate blocked similar measures, showing divided support for the war.
United States — Republican Party (United States): Republicans are divided over the war, with some supporting Trump and others questioning the costs and strategy.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
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