Politics
GOP Senate Majority Faces Challenges in Midterms
The Republican majority in the Senate is facing a wider battleground map for midterms, with several states previously considered safe now seen as competitive. This shift has increased voter anger over the economy and put the GOP’s position at risk.
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The Hill
Senators in both parties say the Senate midterm election battleground map has expanded significantly six months before Election Day, putting the GOP majority in greater jeopardy. Several solidly Republican-leaning states — including Kansas and Nebraska — are now seen as being in play, the senators s
2026-09-21 10:00 UTC
The Hill
Bipartisan legislation to regulate the growing business behind college sports appears primed to clear the Senate this week, but it faces a much tougher road in the House when lawmakers return in the fall. The Protect College Sports Act, championed by Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wa
2026-09-21 10:00 UTC