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thewrap.compolitics10 hrs ago
Senator Lindsey Graham Dies at 71 Hours After Returning from Ukraine Trip
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham died Saturday evening at his Washington, D.C., home. His office attributed the death to a brief and sudden illness. President Trump described a final phone conversation hours earlier.
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jns.orgpolitics13 hrs ago
Outgoing Sen. Gary Peters endorses Rep. Haley Stevens in Michigan Democratic primary
Sen. Gary Peters ended his neutrality and backed Rep. Haley Stevens over Abdul El-Sayed in the Michigan Democratic primary for U.S. Senate. The endorsement comes days after a far-left candidate's campaign collapsed in Maine.
theconversation.compolitics8 hrs agoUpdated
McMaster Selects Late Senator's Sister to Fill Senate Term
South Carolina's governor plans to name the late senator's sister to complete the remainder of the term ending in January. The announcement follows a suggestion from President Trump and comes hours before a scheduled 4 p.m. press conference.
msnbc.compolitics16 hrs ago
South Carolina Governor to Appoint Temporary Senator After Incumbent's Death
South Carolina's governor must appoint a temporary replacement for the state's vacant Senate seat. A special primary will follow to select the Republican nominee for the November general election.
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winnipegfreepress.compolitics21 hrs ago
Maine Democrats Tell Senate Leader to Stay Out of Primary
State party members are urging the top Senate Democrat to avoid involvement in the race to replace Graham Platner. Candidates have also criticized his leadership in Washington.
Los Angeles Timespolitics1 day ago
Alaska Senate Ballot Will List Two Candidates Named Dan Sullivan
State officials will place both an incumbent Republican senator and an independent challenger named Dan Sullivan on the November ballot. The state Supreme Court reversed an earlier decision that had removed the challenger from the primary ballot.
abcnews.go.comworld8 hrs agoUpdated
South Carolina Governor Appoints Lindsey Graham's Sister as Interim Senator After Receiving Competing Recommendations
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster named Darline Graham Nordone to fill the Senate seat left vacant by her brother Lindsey Graham's death. President Trump had recommended the appointment. A special primary election is expected later this year.
jns.orgpolitics2 days ago
Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez to campaign with el Sayed in Michigan Senate primary
Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez will join Abdul el Sayed for campaign events in Michigan on July 18 and 19. The appearances come ahead of the Aug. 4 Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by retiring Sen. Gary Peters.
politics2 days ago
CNN Distances Itself from Contributor’s Account of Senator’s Health
CNN said a contributor’s statements about a hospitalized senator reflect a personal conversation and do not represent network reporting. The senator was admitted June 14 and remains in the hospital.
uctoday.compolitics2 days ago
Maine Democrats schedule July 25 convention to select Senate nominee
State party officials will hold a convention on July 25 to choose a replacement for the withdrawn candidate. Several Democrats who lost the recent gubernatorial primary have begun early fundraising and campaign efforts.
New York Postpolitics3 days ago
Pennsylvania senators discuss politics at Sun Valley conference
The two Pennsylvania U.S. senators appeared together at the Allen & Co. media conference in Sun Valley on Thursday morning. They participated in a discussion moderated by CNN's Erin Burnett and outlined plans for a joint fundraising committee.
slate.compolitics3 days ago
Pennsylvania senators form joint fundraising committee
Democratic Senator John Fetterman and Republican Senator Dave McCormick established a shared fundraising committee. Federal Election Commission records filed Monday show the committee will collect donations for both campaigns.
nbcnews.compolitics3 days ago
Illinois Senator Urges Maine Senate Candidate to End Campaign
A Democratic senator from Illinois called on a candidate seeking the Maine Senate seat to withdraw from the race. The statement cited the candidate's prior role leading an Illinois public health department during a Legionnaires' disease outbreak.
Nbc Newspolitics4 days ago
Maine Democrats Face Tight Timeline to Replace Senate Candidate
Graham Platner suspended his campaign after misconduct allegations. The state party must confirm his withdrawal by July 13 and select a replacement by July 27 for the November election against Republican Senator Susan Collins.
dailykos.compolitics4 days ago
Pennsylvania senator criticizes Vermont senator over Maine Senate candidate support
A Pennsylvania senator said a Vermont senator should apologize for backing a Maine Senate candidate who suspended his campaign after sexual misconduct allegations. The Vermont senator had previously urged the candidate to withdraw.
jns.orgpolitics4 days ago
Former Maine state senator enters Senate race after Democratic nominee withdraws
Former Maine state Sen. Troy Jackson announced a campaign to challenge Sen. Susan Collins. The move follows the withdrawal of the previous Democratic nominee amid scandals.
benzinga.compolitics5 days ago
Republican senator says New York Times delayed report on Senate candidate
Sen. Tim Scott said the New York Times and Senate Democrats coordinated to delay publication of allegations against Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner. The Times denied the claim. Scott chairs the National Republican Senatorial Committee.
nationalpost.compolitics5 days ago
Kentucky Governor Requests Health Update from Hospitalized Senator
The governor of Kentucky sent a letter to the state's senior senator asking for details on his condition after weeks of limited public information. The senator has been hospitalized since June 14 with no official diagnosis released.
world5 days ago
Kentucky Governor Requests Health Update from Senator McConnell
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear asked Sen. Mitch McConnell for a public update on his health Wednesday after the senator was hospitalized June 14. McConnell's office has not released details on the reason for the admission.
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Abc Newspolitics7 days ago
Kentucky Senator Remains Hospitalized as Senate Recess Continues
Staff for Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell said the senator is continuing his recovery in a hospital during the Senate recess. No further details on his condition have been released.
Fox Newspolitics13 days ago
Collins Holds Narrow Lead Over Platner in Maine Senate Race
Republican Sen. Susan Collins leads Democratic challenger Graham Platner by three points in a new Fox News poll of Maine registered voters. Among highly motivated voters, Platner holds a nine-point advantage.
politics14 days agoUpdated
Poll Finds Platner and Collins Tied Within Margin of Error in Maine Senate Race
A New York Times/Portland Press Herald/Siena survey of 608 likely voters found Democratic nominee Graham Platner at 49 percent and Republican Sen. Susan Collins at 47 percent. The two-point margin falls within the poll's 4.8-percentage-point margin of error.
pbs.orgpolitics16 days agoUpdated
Louisiana Republicans Set Senate Nominee in Saturday Runoff
Republican voters will choose between U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow and state Treasurer John Fleming to replace Sen. Bill Cassidy. The seat is not viewed as competitive for Democrats in November.
The Hillpolitics23 days ago
Democratic Senate candidate responds to nickname attacks from Trump and Paxton
State Rep. James Talarico said voters are tired of personal insults in the Texas U.S. Senate race. He stated the attacks do not address affordability and other issues he is campaigning on.
Fox Newspolitics24 days ago
Michigan Senate Candidate’s Communications Director Posted Messages Criticizing White People and Police in 2019-2020
Fox News Digital published social media posts by Roxie Richner, communications director for Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed, from 2019 and 2020.
pakistantoday.com.pkpolitics26 days ago
President Pulls Intelligence Nominee From Hearing, Urges End to Filibuster
The president withdrew a nominee from a Senate confirmation hearing and called for changes to Senate rules. The move disrupted plans by the majority leader.
nationalpost.compolitics26 days ago
Republican Primary Runoff Selects Nominee to Oppose Senator in Georgia Election
Republican primary runoff voters selected a nominee to challenge Senator Jon Ossoff in Georgia's midterm election for U.S. Senate. The outcome sets up a November contest between the Republican nominee and the Democratic incumbent.
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Trump-Endorsed Rep. Barry Moore Wins Alabama GOP Senate Primary Runoff
Rep. Barry Moore defeated former Navy SEAL Jared Hudson to win the Republican nomination for Alabama's open U.S. Senate seat, positioning him as the favorite in November's general election.
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ABC Newspolitics27 days ago
Oklahoma Holds Primaries for Open Senate and Governor Seats
Voters chose nominees Tuesday for an open U.S. Senate seat and an open governor’s office in the Republican-leaning state.
The Hillpolitics27 days ago
Alabama GOP Senate Runoff Candidates Face Off Tuesday
Republican voters in Alabama choose between two candidates for the party's Senate nomination on Tuesday. The winner will face the Democratic nominee in November to succeed the retiring senator.
uctoday.compolitics27 days ago
Maine Senate Poll Shows Collins Trails Platner by Two Points
A Wick and 2WAY survey conducted June 11-14 found Democrat Graham Platner leading Republican Senator Susan Collins 47.6 percent to 45.4 percent. The result falls within the poll's 3.1-point margin of error.
ABC Newspolitics28 days ago
Oklahoma Holds Republican Primaries for Open Senate Seat and Governor
Voters choose nominees Tuesday in races to replace Sen. Markwayne Mullin and term-limited Gov. Kevin Stitt. President Trump endorsed Rep. Kevin Hern for Senate and former state Sen. Mike Mazzei for governor.
upi.compolitics28 days ago
Trump Nominates Todd Blanche to Lead Justice Department
President Trump has nominated Todd Blanche to head the Justice Department. Republican Senator Thom Tillis expressed cautious optimism about the choice.
citizen.co.zapolitics30 days ago
Maine Senate Candidate Platner Linked to 2012 Reddit Comment Mocking Suicide Attempt
A resurfaced 2012 Reddit thread shows Democratic candidate Graham Platner, posting as P-Hustle, responding to a photo of a girl dangling from a window by writing that someone was not trying hard enough.
Fox Newspolitics30 days ago
Maine Senator Faces Re-election Challenge from Democratic Nominee
The Republican incumbent described her record of securing federal funding for Maine projects. The Democratic nominee has faced multiple allegations during the campaign.
Washington Examinerpolitics30 days ago
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Defeats Sen. John Cornyn in GOP Senate Primary
Ken Paxton received 63.8 percent of the vote in the May 26 Republican primary runoff, ending Cornyn's 24-year Senate career. The outcome reflects a shift in voter priorities toward consistent party-line voting over other considerations.
foxnews.compolitics31 days ago
Hunter Biden Defends Maine Senate Candidate Platner on Newsom Podcast After Primary Win
Hunter Biden appeared on Gov. Gavin Newsom’s podcast Friday and defended Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner, who won Tuesday’s primary in Maine.
ABC Newspolitics27 days agoUpdated
Alaska Elections Official Bars Second Dan Sullivan From Senate Primary Ballot
An Alaska elections official ruled that a Republican Senate candidate sharing the name and party of incumbent Dan Sullivan cannot appear on the August primary ballot. The decision found the filing was made to confuse voters. The candidate said he followed all rules and may challe…
Fox Newspolitics33 days ago
Schumer and Gillibrand endorse Maine Senate candidate after primary win
Two New York Democratic senators issued a joint statement endorsing the winner of Maine's Democratic Senate primary. The candidate faces accusations of physical misconduct and other past controversies.
Washington Examinerpolitics33 days ago
Scandal-Plagued Graham Platner Wins Maine Democratic Senate Primary With 72 Percent, Will Face Susan Collins
Graham Platner secured the Democratic nomination Tuesday and will face incumbent Sen. Susan Collins in November. He addressed past allegations during a Wednesday television appearance.
The Hillpolitics33 days ago
President Trump Congratulates Ally on Primary Win, Urges Focus on Voter Eligibility Legislation
President Trump posted congratulations to a Republican senator after the lawmaker secured a primary victory with nearly 60 percent of the vote. The post also called for immediate passage of legislation requiring proof of citizenship and photo identification for voting.
Washington Examinerpolitics33 days ago
Democratic Senate Candidate Wins Maine Primary Despite Past Controversies
Graham Platner won the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Maine on Tuesday. Rep. Ro Khanna said voters are giving Platner a chance to rebuild credibility after allegations about his past surfaced.
Semaforpolitics33 days ago
Senate Judiciary Panel Prepares Hearing on Acting Attorney General Nomination
Republicans plan to hold a confirmation hearing for the acting attorney general within about a month. The outcome remains uncertain as several senators on the judiciary panel have not declared their positions.
Fox Newspolitics34 days ago
Pennsylvania senator declines to defend Maine Senate candidate
A Pennsylvania senator said Tuesday he would not defend a Maine Senate candidate facing scrutiny over past online messages and photos. The candidate, a Marine veteran and oyster farmer, has received support from other Democratic senators.
Washington Examinerpolitics34 days ago
Texas Senator Says He Will Not Campaign for Primary Winner
The Republican senator stated he will vote for the party's nominee but declined to campaign for him in the general election. He also said he plans to work with the president on some issues while opposing others.
uctoday.comworld34 days ago
Senator Criticizes Colleagues Over Support For SAVE America Act
A Republican senator publicly stated that colleagues who back the SAVE America Act are prioritizing non-citizens over American citizens. The comments were made during a Senate discussion on immigration legislation.
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pbs.orgpolitics34 days ago
Alaska Senate Candidate Dan Sullivan Denies Sham Candidacy Claim
The challenger Dan Sullivan said sharing a name with the incumbent gives him visibility but called his run a personal decision. He denied any contact with Democratic campaigns or operatives. Alaska's lieutenant governor opened an investigation into the filing.
The Hillpolitics34 days ago
Ex-Platner Aide Urges Democrats to Reject Him in Maine Senate Primary, Citing Past Allegations He Denies
Genevieve McDonald, who served as political director for Graham Platner’s campaign last year, published an op-ed Monday calling on Democrats to consider other candidates one day before the primary.
The Hillpolitics34 days ago
Graham faces primary challenge in South Carolina over Iran policy
Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham is favored to win his party's nomination but may face a June 23 runoff against challenger Mark Lynch. Polls show Graham at 46 to 51 percent support among GOP voters.
abcnews.go.compolitics26 days agoUpdated
Voters in Four States Cast Primary Ballots, Including Maine Senate Race Rated as Toss-Up
Maine, South Carolina, Nevada and North Dakota hold primary elections Tuesday, including a closely watched Senate contest in Maine.
uctoday.compolitics32 days agoUpdated
Graham Platner Wins Maine Democratic Primary for U.S. Senate
Graham Platner secured the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in Maine after polls closed Tuesday. He will face incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins in the November general election. The contest is viewed as pivotal for control of the Senate.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics34 days ago
Voters in Four States Decide Senate, House, and Governor Primary Races
Primaries are underway in Maine, Nevada, South Carolina, and North Dakota for U.S. Senate, House, and governor seats. Outcomes will shape November general election matchups.
Washington Examinerpolitics35 days ago
Defense attorney endorses Democratic candidate in Texas Senate race
A Houston defense attorney who previously represented a Republican candidate has endorsed the Democratic nominee for Texas's U.S. Senate seat. The endorsement comes after the Republican primary runoff concluded in late May.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics36 days ago
Independent Candidates Bodnar and Osborn Launch Long-Shot Senate Bids in Montana and Nebraska
Seth Bodnar in Montana and Dan Osborn in Nebraska appeared on NewsNation to describe their independent campaigns and voter outreach strategies.
newser.compolitics36 days ago
Alaska Sen. Dan S. Sullivan and NRSC Seek to Remove Republican Challenger Dan J. Sullivan Over Near-Identical Name Filed Days Before Deadline
The Republican incumbent and the National Republican Senatorial Committee are urging state officials to keep Dan J. Sullivan off the August primary ballot.
Washington Examinerpolitics36 days ago
Maine Senate candidate’s campaign includes DSA recruiters and Mamdani adviser
Graham Platner’s campaign staff includes a couple who recruited him after knocking on his door and a strategist who worked on New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s election. Platner leads incumbent Sen. Susan Collins by seven points in an average of recent polls.
nbcnews.compolitics37 days ago
Pennsylvania senator offers suit wager over Maine candidate messages
A Pennsylvania senator said he would wear a suit every day in the Senate if a Maine Senate candidate can prove he did not send explicit images to minors. The statement was made during a television interview.
nbcnews.comworld36 days agoUpdated
Combat Veteran and Oyster Farmer Leads Maine Senate Race in Polls and Fundraising
The presumptive Democratic nominee addressed more than 600 supporters on June 5 and said his past was being weaponized. Platner faces allegations and Republican attacks before the June 9 primary.
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New York Postpolitics38 days ago
Democratic Senator Stays Silent on Maine Candidate Allegations
A U.S. senator has not commented on misconduct claims against a Maine Senate candidate despite past public statements on similar issues. The candidate faces allegations from former partners and maintains a primary lead ahead of the June 9 vote.
thoughtcatalog.compolitics38 days ago
Allegations of Toxic Relationships and sexting Surface Against Maine Democratic Senate Candidate Graham Platner
The New York Times published allegations from Platner’s ex-girlfriends on June 4, 2026. The story detailed claims of toxic relationships and one allegation of physical harm.