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Trump Attacks Holder Over Supreme Court Packing Plan

Donald Trump has launched a furious attack on former AG Eric Holder's call for Supreme Court reform, claiming Democrats plan to pack it with 21 judges. He urges Republicans to terminate the filibuster. Read the full story.

Trump urges GOP to force shutdown over election security

Donald Trump pressures Republican lawmakers to trigger government funding crisis unless Democrats agree to election integrity measures ahead of midterms, deploying controversial 'filibuster nuclear option' tactics.

Democrat Graham Platner wins Maine Senate seat in upset

Democratic newcomer Graham Platner defies expectations to claim Maine's Senate seat, dealing a significant blow to Republican ambitions and reshaping the political landscape ahead of key legislative battles.

Trump demands end to Senate filibuster

Former President Donald Trump demands elimination of Senate filibuster, calling it 'death wish' for Republicans as internal party tensions escalate over legislative strategy.

Trump's filibuster threatens US government shutdown

Donald Trump launches unprecedented Senate filibuster threatening government shutdown while 'drug boats' and refugee policies spark national security concerns. Latest updates on the escalating political crisis.

Trump pressures GOP to force shutdown over border

Former President Donald Trump is pressuring Republican senators to leverage the threat of a government shutdown to secure radical immigration reforms, creating deep divisions within the GOP ahead of critical funding deadlines.

Republican filibuster pushes US government toward shutdown

A group of hardline Republican senators has initiated a filibuster against a temporary spending bill, dramatically increasing the likelihood of a partial US government shutdown this weekend as political tensions escalate in Washington.

Trump judicial nominee faces scrutiny over group chats

Federal court nominee Paul Ingrassia's confirmation hangs in balance as Senate Democrats investigate his participation in controversial online forums discussing conspiracy theories and political attacks.

El-Sayed launches Michigan Senate bid

Former state health director Abdul El-Sayed enters Michigan's crowded Democratic Senate primary, bringing his progressive agenda and grassroots appeal to a pivotal battleground contest.

Katie Porter staffer resigns after controversial video

A senior staffer for US Representative Katie Porter's Senate campaign has stepped down following widespread condemnation of a video that appeared to mock her opponent's military service, creating a political firestorm in California.

Google blocked sexual health ads as adult content

Tech giant Google mistakenly classified crucial sexual health awareness campaigns as 'adult content', preventing vital public health information from reaching Australians, a Senate estimates hearing has revealed.

Pam Bondi Senate Hearing: Key Revelations Exposed

Former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi faced intense Senate questioning over her controversial lobbying work for Donald Trump, revealing explosive details about political influence and ethical boundaries.

Bondi Reveals Trump Pentagon Clash Over Troops

Former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi testifies about intense White House tensions over military deployments during Trump administration, revealing deep divisions with defence officials.

Coal firm probed over endangered glider habitat

A fiery Senate hearing reveals investigation into Australian coal firm accused of clearing critical habitat for endangered greater gliders, sparking political confrontation over environmental enforcement.

Murray Compares Trump Rhetoric to Nazi Germany

Senior Democratic Senator Patty Murray has drawn stark parallels between Donald Trump's language and Nazi-era propaganda during a passionate Senate floor address about Seattle construction projects.

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