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The seven Democratic senators whose votes could be key to ending the government shutdown

These are the senators we're watching closely for signs of movement.

Axios

Bipartisan talks to end shutdown percolate in Senate - Roll Call

Democratic holdouts seek a commitment on expiring health insurance tax credits, limits to White House rescissions.

Roll Call

Rand Paul's last-minute demands push key cybersecurity law to the brink

Congressional aides say Paul hasn't been open to negotiations.

Axios

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Neither side blinking yet as House preps for CR vote - Roll Call

Congress is on the verge of a showdown over a bill to keep the government open after Sept. 30, with the House expected to vote Friday on a stopgap funding bill.

Roll Call

Biden showed ‘general failure’ to do job while Harris and his party ‘ran away’ says Michigan Democrat vying to be first Muslim senator

‘These people made a calculated decision about who they needed and who they didn't,’ says Democrat Abdul El-Sayed, who is running to win back those voters his party lost in 2024

The Independent UK

Democrats blast 'politics of fear' after Trump's claims against Obama, top aides - Roll Call

President Trump's allegations against former President Obama and his top aides has triggered new alarms from Democrats.

Roll Call

Three Toss-up races headline new Senate ratings for 2026 - Roll Call

The universe of competitive Senate races remains small after new ratings by Inside Elections, and that's good news for Republicans.

Roll Call

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Seven and counting? Tally of open Senate seats continues to climb - Roll Call

There are currently seven open Senate seats, above the average for an election cycle, with potentially more departures to come.

Roll Call

Senate megabill would explode debt and kick 11.8 million off Medicaid: ‘Our fiscal house is basically on fire’

Over a decade, the bill would add at least $3.3 trillion to the national debt, according to the Congressional Budget Office

The Independent UK

First Thing: Trump officials cite ‘new intelligence’ to back president’s claims of successful Iran strikes

Tulsi Gabbard and the CIA director have said that Iran’s nuclear sites were ‘destroyed’, citing new evidence that appears to contradict a leaked report. Plus, nearly a third of Tuvaluans attempt to get Australian climate visa

The Guardian - UK

Pam Bondi denies knowing Ice agents wore masks during raids despite video evidence

At hearing, US attorney general claims she’s unaware of reports that officials have hid their faces during roundups

The Guardian - US

Housing migrants at Guantanamo Bay costs $100,000 per day per inmate, senator says

The astonishing figure may mean that President Donald Trump’s use of the naval base in Cuba costs almost 1,000 times more than housing people in U.S. immigration facilities

The Independent UK

Sen. Rand Paul questions border wall funding level needs - Roll Call

Sen. Rand Paul says the Trump administration hasn’t justified its $46 billion request for construction of a border wall.

Roll Call

Democrats are finally passing the torch in Congress to the next generation

ANALYSIS: Analysis: Democrats finally appear to be letting go of the gerontocracy and beginning to welcome a new generation, writes Eric Garcia

The Independent UK

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At the Races: Only the young - Roll Call

Catch up on the political news of the past week in the latest At the Races newsletter, including primary challenges and fundraising reports.

The Guardian - US

Michigan lawmaker Mallory McMorrow joins competitive 2026 US Senate race

State senator and Democratic rising star leaned into Trump-Musk criticisms when launching bid to succeed Gary Peters

Roll Call

Michigan Democrat Mallory McMorrow enters race to succeed Peters in Senate - Roll Call

Michigan state Sen. Mallory McMorrow launched her campaign to succeed retiring Democratic Sen. Gary Peters on Wednesday.

Latin Times

Jeanne Shaheen Joins Growing List of Democrats Leaving Their Long-Held Senate Seats Vulnerable to Republicans

Three Democratic senators won't seek re-election in the next cycle, adding to the party's challenging scenario to regain control of the Upper House

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The Independent UK

Democrats have another role in mind for Pete Buttigieg despite reports about Senate run

Former transport secretary is also rumored to be weighing a 2028 presidential run

Roll Call

Linda McMahon's nomination to be Education secretary clears Senate hurdle - Roll Call

Education Secretary nominee Linda McMahon is one step nearer to confirmation after the Senate cleared a procedural hurdle Thursday.

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Minnesota Senator Tina Smith Will Not Seek Reelection In 2026

Minnesota Senator Tina Smith's decision not to seek reelection in 2026 sets the stage for a competitive Democratic primary in a state that has shown signs ...

Roll Call

Vulnerable lawmakers begin 2026 cycle with modest war chests - Roll Call

Fourth-quarter fundraising reports filed with the FEC show many vulnerable lawmakers starting the cycle with modest war chests.

Roll Call

At the Races: Democrats take a stand - Roll Call

Catch up on the political news of the past week in the latest At the Races newsletter, including on Trump nominees and special elections.

Roll Call

Commerce pick Lutnick defends tariffs, funding freeze - Roll Call

Howard Lutnick, Trump’s pick for Commerce Department head, told senators Wednesday he'll crack down on those who treat the U.S. “horribly.”

Roll Call

Who else is going to retire from the Senate? - Roll Call

Michigan Democrat Gary Peters won’t be the only senator to retire this cycle, at least according to almost a century of history.

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