Today senate news
Here are some of the top news stories from the Senate today:
1. Senate Passes Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill: The Senate passed a bipartisan infrastructure bill, which aims to invest $1.2 trillion in the country's infrastructure over the next five years. The bill includes funding for roads, bridges, public transportation, and broadband internet.
2. Senate Confirms Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court: The Senate confirmed Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court, making her the first Black woman to serve on the court. Jackson was confirmed with a vote of 53-47, with three Republicans joining Democrats in supporting her nomination.
3. Senate Votes to Overturn Biden's Vaccine Mandate for Large Employers: The Senate voted to overturn President Biden's vaccine mandate for large employers, which would have required companies with 100 or more employees to ensure their workers are vaccinated against COVID-19. The vote was largely along party lines, with Republicans supporting the measure and Democrats opposing it.
4. Senate Committee Approves Bill to Increase Funding for NASA: The Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee approved a bill that would increase funding for NASA by $25 billion over the next five years. The bill aims to support the agency's efforts to return humans to the moon and establish a sustainable presence on the lunar surface.
5. Senate Holds Hearing on Gun Violence: The Senate Judiciary Committee held a hearing on gun violence, with lawmakers discussing ways to reduce gun violence and prevent mass shootings. The hearing came in the wake of recent mass shootings in the United States.
These are just a few of the top news stories from the Senate today.