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Trump Cornered Over Iran Conflict... Democrats Demanding Answers in Senate

The conflict between the US-Israel and Iran enters its fourth week, leading Democrats to question the Trump administration's objectives in a Senate session.

Mar 23 โ€ข 07:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
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The Discussion of the B Plan for Electoral Reform Keeps Being Postponed: When Will It Reach Committees?

The discussion of the electoral reform Plan B in the Senate has been postponed again, now set for March 24, due to the document still being under technical review.

Mar 23 โ€ข 07:07 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
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Zimbabwe: Senator Riled Over Fuel Price Hikes By ZERA, Says Zimbabwe Blends Fuel With Ethanol Hence Prices Must Be Affordable

Senator Jerry Gotora criticizes the Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority for recent fuel price hikes, questioning their justification given the country's ability to store fuel for extended periods.

Mar 23 โ€ข 05:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
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Alcolumbre is irritated with the leadership of CPMI of INSS and complains about the leak of intimate content of Vorcaro

Brazilian Senate President Davi Alcolumbre expresses frustration over the CPMI's handling of a case involving leaked intimate messages from former banker Daniel Vorcaro.

Mar 23 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
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Natasha blames PDP crisis for defections, urges return

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has criticized the internal crisis in the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for causing a significant decline in its Senate representation, urging for a revival during the party's convention committee inauguration.

Mar 23 โ€ข 00:10 UTC
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Texas Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico doubles down on God being "beyond gender" comments

Texas Senate candidate James Talarico defends his previous remarks about God being nonbinary, asserting that many Christians share this belief.

Mar 22 โ€ข 23:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
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After a Turnaround in 2022, Vanderlei Luxemburgo Returns as a Prรฉ-Candidate for the Senate from Tocantins

Vanderlei Luxemburgo has announced his candidacy for the Senate in Tocantins after previously withdrawing from the race in 2022 due to health concerns.

Mar 22 โ€ข 20:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
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Senate advances Mullin nomination to lead DHS, paving way for confirmation

The US Senate has moved forward with the nomination of Markwayne Mullin as the new head of the Department of Homeland Security after a decisive vote to limit debate.

Mar 22 โ€ข 20:12 UTC
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Schumer knocks Trump on Iran, plan to send ICE to airports: 'Asking for trouble'

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer criticized President Trump's decision to send ICE agents to airports, calling it impulsive and potentially harmful.

Mar 22 โ€ข 18:30 UTC
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Trump mocks 'discombobulated' Schumer over Democrats' near gaffe on funding ICE

President Trump criticized Chuck Schumer for mistakenly calling to fund ICE during a Senate debate, highlighting the irony amidst a government shutdown.

Mar 22 โ€ข 17:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
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Ekiti youths vow to resist imposed senatorial candidate

The Ekiti North Progressive Youth Alliance has called for Ikole Local Government Area to nominate the next senator for the Ekiti North Senatorial District in 2027, opposing any attempts by current politicians to retain their positions.

Mar 22 โ€ข 13:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
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Ensure transparency in NNPCL โ‚ฆ200tn probe, SERAP tells Senate

SERAP has urged the Nigerian Senate to ensure full transparency in its investigation of alleged financial irregularities involving โ‚ฆ200 trillion in missing funds.

Mar 22 โ€ข 10:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
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Without a meeting between Alcolumbre and Lula, Messias's hearing may be postponed until after the elections

The failure to schedule a meeting between President Lula and Senate President Alcolumbre could delay the voting on Jorge Messias's nomination to the Supreme Court until after the upcoming elections.

Mar 22 โ€ข 07:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
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Attention migrants in Florida: SNAP and Medicaid beneficiaries will have to work or train starting in July

Florida Senate has passed a bill changing eligibility and work requirements for SNAP and Medicaid beneficiaries, including certain migrants.

Mar 22 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
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Michelle launches a bench of allies for the Senate and works for the support of Bolsonaro and the PL

Former first lady Michelle Bolsonaro is aiming to establish a group of allies among candidates for the Senate from the PL as she also runs for the Senate seat representing the Federal District.

Mar 22 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
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Senate explains delay on dual party membership ban

The Nigerian Senate has clarified its inability to respond to proposed amendments banning dual party membership until they are formally received from the House of Representatives.

Mar 22 โ€ข 01:13 UTC
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Schumer's gambit fails as DHS shutdown hits 36 days and airport lines grow

Senate Republicans blocked an attempt by Chuck Schumer to pay TSA workers amid the ongoing Department of Homeland Security shutdown, which has now lasted 36 days.

Mar 21 โ€ข 18:50 UTC
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Thune, GOP blast Dems in DHS standoff as Lankford says they fear ICE over Iran

Senate Republicans, led by John Thune, criticize Senate Democrats for blocking funding for the Department of Homeland Security amid a government shutdown regarding immigration reform.

Mar 21 โ€ข 18:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
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Marina says she wants to rescue Rede and gives signs that she may stay in the party

Brazil's Environment Minister Marina Silva signals her intention to remain with the Rede Sustentabilidade party as she prepares to run for the Senate in Sรฃo Paulo.

Mar 21 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
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Dems block GOP amendment tying voter ID bill to transgender sports ban

Senate Democrats rejected a Republican proposal to amend a voter ID bill to include a ban on transgender women competing in women's sports.

Mar 21 โ€ข 17:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
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Bolivia declared the chacarera, the gato, the escondido, their dances and costumes as "cultural heritage"

Bolivia's Senate has declared the chacarera and other traditional dances as cultural heritage, sparking mixed emotions in Santiago del Estero, Argentina.

Mar 21 โ€ข 16:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
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Simone Tebet leaves MDB after almost 30 years and joins PSB to run for the Senate in SP

Brazilian Planning Minister Simone Tebet has left the MDB party to join the PSB and will run for a Senate position in Sรฃo Paulo in the upcoming elections.

Mar 21 โ€ข 14:01 UTC
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Warren warned Hegseth's tattoo made him a potential 'threat' โ€” now she backs candidate with Nazi-linked ink

Senator Elizabeth Warren endorsed Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner despite concerns about his Nazi-linked tattoo, highlighting a potential inconsistency in her stance on political endorsements.

Mar 21 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
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Tebet finalizes affiliation with PSB to run for Senate in SP

Planning Minister Simone Tebet has finalized her affiliation with the PSB party to contest the Senate seat in Sรฃo Paulo.

Mar 21 โ€ข 12:16 UTC
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GOP senatorโ€™s gambit exposes false Dem claims about supporting voter ID

A GOP senator's attempt to pass a nationwide voter ID law was blocked by a Democratic senator, highlighting divisions over voter ID policies in the U.S.

Mar 21 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
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Headline: resignation of Modeste Bahati, panic in Kinshasa, Stanis Bujakera and the facts

Modeste Bahati resigned as the second vice-president of the Senate amid political tension following a petition for his impeachment.

Mar 21 โ€ข 06:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
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Bill to fund US homeland security fails again as concern grows about airport lines

A Senate bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security was blocked, raising concerns about airport security screening delays.

Mar 21 โ€ข 00:13 UTC
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DHS shutdown tied for second-longest ever as Dems again block funding amid airport chaos, terrorism concerns

The ongoing DHS shutdown, which has lasted 35 days, ties for the second-longest in history as Senate Democrats block funding despite rising airport chaos and terrorism threats.

Mar 20 โ€ข 19:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
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'Full of Hope', says Joรฃo Campos as he launches pre-candidacy for the government of PE with Marรญlia Arraes in the Senate race

Joรฃo Campos has officially announced his candidacy for the government of Pernambuco, partnering with Marรญlia Arraes, who will run for the Senate in the 2026 elections.

Mar 20 โ€ข 18:28 UTC
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National & Local

Reporter's Notebook: GOP pushes election security bill despite slim odds, as Trump pressure looms

The GOP is advancing the SAVE America Act to enhance election security, despite uncertainties about its passage in the Senate.

Mar 20 โ€ข 17:44 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
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Zimbabwe: Senator Challenges Impact of Global Wars On Zimbabwe Fuel Costs

Senator Jerry Gotora of Zimbabwe questions the high fuel prices in his country, suggesting that local production, particularly through ethanol blending, should help lower costs.

Mar 20 โ€ข 16:33 UTC
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Thune reveals reason Democrats are 'scared' to reopen DHS

Senate Republican leader John Thune claims Democrats are hesitant to reopen the Department of Homeland Security due to pressure from their far-left voters.

Mar 20 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Arthur Lira launches pre-candidacy for the Federal Senate from AL during event in Maceiรณ

Arthur Lira has announced his intention to run for the Federal Senate in a 2026 election during an event in Maceiรณ.

Mar 20 โ€ข 14:56 UTC
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Trump-backed Senate hopeful gains momentum with top GOP endorsements before Mullin DHS shift

Rep. Kevin Hern has received endorsements from Senate Majority Leader John Thune and NRSC chair Tim Scott as he campaigns for the U.S. Senate, while Markwayne Mullin is nominated to head the Department of Homeland Security.

Mar 20 โ€ข 14:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
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Mexican Troops Will Travel to the U.S.: Why 60 Members of the Armed Forces are Heading to Mississippi?

The Mexican Senate has unanimously approved the deployment of 60 naval personnel to the United States for specialized training.

Mar 20 โ€ข 14:26 UTC
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James Talarico says Biden administration was convinced border security was 'racist'

Texas Senate nominee James Talarico criticized the Biden administration for its approach to border security, claiming it was influenced by perceptions of racism.

Mar 20 โ€ข 11:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
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La Russa remembers Bossi: "He understood that to give weight to the North, he also needed Rome"

Senate President Ignazio La Russa pays tribute to the late Umberto Bossi, highlighting his political acumen and ability to connect Northern interests with national politics.

Mar 20 โ€ข 11:20 UTC
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Fox News Digital's News Quiz: March 20, 2026

The Fox News Digital News Quiz highlights recent events including a Senate committee vote on a Department of Homeland Security nomination and the achievements of a teen athlete.

Mar 20 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
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Eid-el-Fitr: Akpabio, Oyebamiji, APC national secretary call for peace, generosity

Senate President Godswill Akpabio and other leaders have urged Nigerians, especially Muslims, to embrace peace and generosity during Eid-el-Fitr celebrations.

Mar 20 โ€ข 09:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

The Police open an investigation after complaints against the Senate commissioner for alleged workplace harassment against his agents

The Spanish National Police has launched an internal risk assessment after labor harassment allegations against the Senate's commissioner by police unions.

Mar 20 โ€ข 09:58 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
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Liberia: Boakai, Senators Tight-Lipped On Conference Amid Insecurity At Liberia-Guinea Border

President Joseph Boakai and members of the Liberian Senate remain silent regarding a closed-door meeting concerning rising tensions at the Liberia-Guinea border.

Mar 20 โ€ข 09:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
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Declare Abaribeโ€™s seat vacant, Abia APGA tells Senate

The All Progressives Grand Alliance in Abia State has urged the Senate to declare Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe's seat vacant due to his resignation from the party.

Mar 20 โ€ข 09:05 UTC
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Thune accuses critics of 'creating false expectations' amid backlash over stalled SAVE America Act

Senate Majority Leader John Thune claims critics of the stalled SAVE America Act are setting unrealistic expectations as he navigates pressure from within the GOP.

Mar 20 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
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Court: The trunk of the large oak cut down in Mฤrupe must remain in its place

The Latvian Senate has upheld environmental protection priorities by ruling that the trunk of a cut-down protected oak in Mฤrupe must stay in place, rejecting a request from the landowner to remove it.

Mar 20 โ€ข 08:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Last Minute Disagreements

The PT faced internal disagreements over its support for the electoral 'Plan B' and had to negotiate in the Senate to address conflicts.

Mar 20 โ€ข 07:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
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Liveblog USA under Trump: US General Denies Speculation about Invasion of Cuba

US General Francis Donovan has dismissed speculation regarding a potential US invasion of Cuba during a Senate hearing.

Mar 20 โ€ข 07:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula says the vice-presidential position is open for Alckmin but does not rule him out for the Senate

President Lula stated that the vice-presidential spot for his re-election campaign is open to Geraldo Alckmin, who may also consider a Senate candidacy.

Mar 20 โ€ข 00:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

U.S. Senate Committee Approves Trumpโ€™s New Nominee for Homeland Security

The U.S. Senate's Homeland Security Committee has voted to advance the nomination of Markwayne Mullin, nominated by President Donald Trump, to lead the Department of Homeland Security.

Mar 19 โ€ข 23:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
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Eid-el-Fitr: Ex-Senate president calls for discipline, unity

Former Nigerian Senate President Ahmad Lawan urges unity and support for the government during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations, emphasizing the spiritual significance of Ramadan.

Mar 19 โ€ข 23:03 UTC
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Elizabeth Warren endorses Nazi-tattooed Graham Platner in high-stakes Maine Senate primary

Senator Elizabeth Warren endorsed Graham Platner in Maine's Democratic primary, highlighting his outsider status against the establishment-backed Governor Janet Mills.

Mar 19 โ€ข 21:24 UTC

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