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Pelosi’s impeachment cloud is “Clear and Present Danger”

State Department rejects Senate recognition of Armenian genocide

"The position of the Administration has not changed," says State Dept. after Senate recognizes mass killings of Armenians as genocide.

Senate passes resolution recognizing Armenian genocide

Senate unanimously passes resolution that recognizes as a genocide the mass killings of Armenians a century ago.

Senate committee approves Turkey sanctions bill

Senate Foreign Relations Committee passes legislation to impose sanctions on Turkey over S-400 purchase.

White House: Trump wants Senate trial

White House spokesman says Senate is the only place where Trump would receive due process.

Senate Majority Leader: Can't see us removing Trump

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell says he can't see any scenario in which the Senate votes to remove Trump from office.

Senate to pass resolution recognizing Kristallnacht?

Senate to vote on Kristallnacht memorial resolution condemning anti-Semitism.

Live: Senate hearing on 'Threats to the Homeland'

Senate Homeland Security Committee holds a hearing on "Threats to the Homeland."

Senate candidate: 'Israeli lobby' controls Republican party

Jason Lewis, candidate for Senate in Minnesota, accused Republicans of ‘dual loyalty’ to Israel.

US Senate confirms Kelly Craft as UN ambassador

Senate votes 56-34 to confirm Kelly Craft to replace Nikki Haley.

Senate fails to override Trump's veto on arms sales to Saudis

US Senate fails to override Trump's vetoes of resolutions blocking his arms deal with Saudi Arabia.

Senate legislation would help care for Holocaust survivors

Bipartisan bill introduced in Senate to prioritize health, nutrition services for Holocaust survivors so they can live in their own homes.

Senate confirms Mark Esper as Defense Secretary

Senate votes to confirm Trump's pick for secretary of defense, Mark Esper, by majority of 90 to 8.

Senate passes bipartisan resolution condemning anti-Semitism

Senate unanimously passes resolution by Senators Ted Cruz and Tim Kaine condemning all forms of anti-Semitism.

Will the US reinstate funding for 'peace dialogue?'

AIPAC and J Street support bipartisan effort to restore funds for Israeli-Palestinian peace dialogue.

US senators against Judea and Samaria annexation

Democratic senators submit resolution that openly opposes Israeli annexation of parts of Judea and Samaria.

Republican senators push for protections for Israeli Americans

GOP lawmakers introduce bill to recognize Israeli-Americans as group protected from discrimination.

Republicans to introduce two bills against anti-Semitism

Senate Republicans set to introduce two bills that oppose anti-Semitism in wake of controversy surrounding Rep. Ilhan Omar.

Senate votes to end support for Saudis in Yemen

Despite Trump's objection, Senate votes to end support for the Saudi Arabian-led war effort in Yemen.

Senate approves bill including anti-BDS measures, aid to Israel

Senate approves by 77-23 majority a bill that codifies defense assistance to Israel and provides legal cover to states that target BDS.

Senate breaks with Trump on Syria

Republican-led Senate approves symbolic legislation opposing abrupt withdrawal of troops from Syria and Afghanistan.

Senate opposes withdrawal from Syria and Afghanistan

Republican-led Senate advances largely symbolic legislation opposing plans for any abrupt withdrawal of troops from Syria and Afghanistan.

Senate advances aid to Israel, anti-BDS legislation

US Senate advances bill that codifies assistance for Israel and protects states that ban BDS and which was blocked by Democrats earlier.

'Boycott the boycotters'

Israel's UN ambassador welcomes Senate bill that affirms the right of states to enact anti-BDS laws.

Senate calls to end US support for war in Yemen

Amid tensions over Khashoggi murder, US Senate approves resolution to end support for Saudi-led war in Yemen.

A bipartisan opportunity for Congress?

The midterm elections exposed deep divides in American society along racial, gender and geographical lines. Can the parties get above them?

The critical November 2018 mid-term US election

Chief of GOP in Israel:

'Republican enthusiasm even greater now than in 2016'

'I'm optimistic.' Marc Zell, chief of Republicans Overseas Israel, says GOP poised to expand majority in Senate, could keep House.

Senate approves sanctions against use of human shields

Bill by Senators Ted Cruz and Joe Donnelly sanctions those who use human shields, including Hamas and Hezbollah.

Dems got their wish — wimpy Jeff Flake

Senate advances Kavanaugh nomination

Senate Judiciary Committee votes to advance Brett Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court nomination.

Feinstein refers Kavanaugh high school investigation to FBI

Sen. Dianne Feinstein reveals anonymous allegations against Trump Supreme Court nominee just before confirmation vote.

Sheldon Adelson gives $25 million to Republican-aligned group

In bid to preserve Senate majority, Jewish philanthropist funds PAC in effort to stave off Democratic gains in upcoming midterms.

How to hack a voting machine in less than two minutes

Rachel Tobac reports from DefCon hacking conference how easy it is to break into voting machines in 18 states used in Senate elections.

U.S. lawmakers urged to back bill calling out Hamas, Hezbollah

AIPAC and ADL are urging lawmakers to co-sponsor Senate bill targeting Hezbollah and Hamas for using human shields.

Senate solidifies aid package for Israel

Senate approves measure that codifies $38 billion defense aid package for Israel into law.

'Senate will confirm Trump's Supreme Court pick before midterms'

Despite Democratic opposition, Senate leader confident nomination will pass this summer.

Senate approves founder of Jewish org for top civil rights post

Kenneth Marcus, who backed including some extreme anti-Israel rhetoric in definition of anti-Semitism, approved over Democratic opposition.

Senate confirms Gina Haspel as CIA chief

Senate votes 54-45 to confirm Gina Haspel as CIA Director, replacing Mike Pompeo.

Senate panel approves Pompeo nomination for Secretary of State

Senate panel votes to give CIA Director favorable recommendation that puts him on course to be confirmed as Secretary of State.

Senator McCain in 'stable condition' following surgery

John McCain, diagnosed with cancer in 2017, underwent surgery to treat intestinal infection, said to be in 'stable condition'.

Senate gives final approval to Taylor Force Act

Senate approves bill cutting funding to the PA if it continues to pay terrorists and their families.

Senate expected to approve Taylor Force Act this week

Senate expected to pass Taylor Force Act which would cut funding to the PA if it continues to pay terrorists.

Soldier who leaked info to WikiLeaks to run for Senate

Chelsea Manning, formerly known as Bradley Manning, to challenge Ben Cardin for seat in Maryland Senate.

Senate committee advances Holocaust restitution bill

Senate committee advances bill to aid Holocaust survivors in obtaining restitution or return of assets.

2 more women accuse Senator Al Franken of sexual harassment

After senator refuses to resign, new accusations bring the total number of women charging Minnesota Democrat with sexual abuse to six.

Congress resolution defends Israel, condemns UNESCO

Ted Cruz introduces resolution affirming connection between Jewish people and Jerusalem, praises Trump for withdrawing from UNESCO.

Taylor Force Act to be enforced starting in 2018

Taylor Force Act, which cuts U.S. aid to PA until it stops paying terrorists, attached to the 2018 Foreign Operations budget in the Senate.

Senate calls on Trump to denounce white supremacists

Bipartisan resolution requiring president's signature calls on Trump to denounce 'white nationalism, white supremacy and neo-Nazism.'

Jewish Senate candidate's Twitter hacked, shows David Duke likes

Jewish Republican candidate for US Senate discovers Twitter account hacked after it shows her liking posts by former KKK leader David Duke.

Four US Senators and how they betrayed Taylor Force

Senate confirms Trump's pick for FBI chief

Senate votes 92-5 to confirm nomination of Christopher Wray as FBI Director.

Senate approves sanctions on Russia and Iran

Senate votes nearly unanimously to slap new sanctions on Russia, Iran and North Korea, despite Trump's objection.

Senate votes to begin debate on ObamaCare repeal

Senate votes to begin a debate on ObamaCare repeal legislation.

Kushner, Trump Jr. to testify before Senate

Jared Kushner to appear before Senate Intelligence Committee. Trump Jr. will testify before Senate Judiciary Committee.

Will a Jewish Nevada woman win a seat in the Senate?

Democrat Jacky Rosen says she wants to 'make a difference for things that matter.'

Republicans delay vote on ObamaCare repeal

Senate Republicans delay effort to vote on legislation repealing ObamaCare until after the July 4 recess.

US congressman: We have a bull's eye on our backs

Following baseball practice shooting, Congressman Jody Hice of Georgia proposes legislation to allow lawmakers to carry guns anywhere in US.

Senate passes sanctions bill on Iran, Russia

Bill punishing Russia for alleged election interference and Iran for ballistic missile program passes 98-2.

Israeli minister to US Senate: This is how you fight terror

Public Security Minister Erdan meets Homeland Security Secretary John Kelly, speaks about effectively fighting terror at home and abroad.