Senate news

Here are some recent news stories and updates from the United States Senate:

Latest News

  1. Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill Passes Senate: The Senate passed a bipartisan infrastructure bill on August 10, 2021, with a vote of 69-30. The bill aims to invest $1.2 trillion in infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, and public transportation.
  2. Supreme Court Confirmation Hearings: The Senate Judiciary Committee held confirmation hearings for Judge Amy Coney Barrett's nomination to the Supreme Court in October 2020. The full Senate voted to confirm her on October 26, 2020.
  3. COVID-19 Relief Package: The Senate passed a COVID-19 relief package on December 21, 2020, which included stimulus checks, unemployment benefits, and funding for vaccine distribution.
  4. Impeachment Trial: The Senate held an impeachment trial for President Donald Trump in February 2021, following his second impeachment by the House of Representatives. Trump was acquitted by the Senate on February 13, 2021.

Upcoming Events

  1. Budget Hearings: The Senate Budget Committee will hold hearings on the Biden administration's budget proposal in March 2023.
  2. Confirmation Hearings: The Senate Judiciary Committee will hold confirmation hearings for several judicial nominees in March 2023.
  3. Legislative Markups: The Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee will hold a markup on several healthcare bills in March 2023.

Notable Senators

  1. Chuck Schumer (D-NY): The Senate Majority Leader, Schumer has been a key player in shaping the Senate's legislative agenda.
  2. Mitch McConnell (R-KY): The Senate Minority Leader, McConnell has been a vocal opponent of many Democratic initiatives.
  3. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA): A prominent progressive senator, Warren has been a leading voice on issues such as student loan debt and financial regulation.
  4. Ted Cruz (R-TX): A conservative senator, Cruz has been a vocal critic of Democratic policies and has been involved in several high-profile controversies.

Recent Votes

  1. Infrastructure Bill: The Senate voted 69-30 to pass the bipartisan infrastructure bill on August 10, 2021.
  2. COVID-19 Relief Package: The Senate voted 92-6 to pass the COVID-19 relief package on December 21, 2020.
  3. Supreme Court Nomination: The Senate voted 52-48 to confirm Judge Amy Coney Barrett to the Supreme Court on October 26, 2020.

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