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Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) may be in the twilight of his career, but his political power is arguably at its zenith.

Tehran demands frozen funds in five days, but the law mandates a 30-day congressional review before Trump can grant sanctions relief.

A bill to prevent data centers from raising electricity prices enjoyed sweeping support from House Democrats but overwhelming opposition from Senate Dems.

The $40 trillion national debt exposes how both parties have abandoned fiscal restraint in favor of continued deficit spending.

New polls offer a look at voter attitudes on elections, political parties, candidates, and Congress ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

"The truth of the matter is, President Trump and the midterm convention was a boost in the right direction," Scott told reporters.

The GOP senator had suggested the administration should "adjust" its strategy but accused the media of "twisting my words to score political points."

The Ratepayer Protection Act, a bill meant to shield consumers from energy costs tied to data centers, fell short in the Senate.

The legislation would be crucial to facilitating the connection of renewable energy to the grid and the expedited construction of new power plants.

Wednesday's vote amounted to a messaging exercise and was one of the final ones taken before senators break until after Election Day.