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Former US Sen. Alan Simpson dies

Alan K. Simpson, a Folksy Republican Force in the Senate, Dies at 93

A plain-spoken lawmaker from Wyoming, he balanced his conservative views with moderate stands on abortion rights, gay marriage and immigration reform.

USA TODAY on MSN · 3h

Former Sen. Alan Simpson, a blunt talker and promoter of unpopular causes, dies in Wyoming

A proud advocate for conservative causes, former senator Alan Simpson had a strong libertarian streak that supported abortion rights and gay equality.

U.S. News & World Report · 4h

Former US Senator Alan Simpson, Affable Old-School Republican, Dies Aged 93

Alan Simpson (R-WY) during a ceremony in the East Room at the White House in Washington, U.S., July 7, 2022. WASHINGTON, (Reuters) -Alan Simpson, an old school moderate Republican senator who helped craft major U.

Michigan, Pete Buttigieg and U.S. Senate

NBC News on MSN · 18h

Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg says he won't run for Senate or governor in Michigan

Buttigieg wrote that he "seriously" considered running for office in 2026 but that the Democratic Party has a "deep and talented bench in Michigan."

Associated Press News on MSN · 1d

Pete Buttigieg won’t seek US Senate seat in Michigan, leaving door wide open for 2028 run

SAUGATUCK, Mich. (AP) — Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced that he will not seek an open U.S. Senate seat in Michigan, a move that leaves the door wide open for him to seek a much bigger role as his party’s next presidential nominee.

OutSmart Magazine · 2h

Pete Buttigieg opts out of Michigan Senate race

Pete Buttigieg decides not to run for Michigan Senate or governor, setting up a potential presidential bid in 2028.

Senate, Democrats

CNN on MSN · 1d

Democratic retirements create fresh challenge for hopes of winning back the Senate

New Hampshire Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen’s decision to not seek reelection marks the latest bit of tough luck for Senate Democrats, who face an increasingly challenging midterm election map as they fight to climb out of the minority.

FOX News on MSN · 1d

GOP gears up to challenge Georgia's Dem senator in state Trump won by 2%

The GOP has identified Georgia’s U.S. Senate race in 2026 as a chance to widen its margin over Democrats in the U.S. Senate after Democrat Jeanne Shaheen announced she won't run.

The Baltimore Sun · 1d

Democrats have to defend another open seat in uphill battle to win Senate majority

New Hampshire Sen. Jeanne Shaheen’s departure will add another Senate seat for Democrats to defend without an incumbent after Sens. Gary Peters of Michigan and Tina Smith of Minnesota

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North Dakota Senate rejects resolution asking US Supreme Court to overturn same-sex marriage ruling

The North Dakota Senate on Thursday rejected a measure that would have asked the U.S. Supreme Court to overturn its landmark ...

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The battleground state that will captivate us again in 2026

As Democrats look to learn lessons from the 2024 elections ahead of next year’s midterms, there may be no state more poised ...

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After Shaheen decision, who could run for US Senate in New Hampshire?

After Sen. Jeanne Shaheen’s decision against making another run for the U.S. Senate in 2026, potential contenders are ...

Florida Senate panel approves change to state defamation laws involving newspapers, broadcast stations

The bill is rooted in the coverage of a Miami man who was arrested after being accused of molesting a child at a pool party.

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Maine Senate kills budget deal as parties fail to break deadlock

The compromise deal rejected Thursday would have restored full MaineCare funding to hospitals and other medical providers.

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Emergency budget bill fails again amid partisan deadlock in Maine Senate

The bill aims to fill a nearly $120 million funding shortfall in MaineCare — the state's Medicaid program — and to provide $2 ...

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Trump's pick for ambassador to Canada says it's a sovereign state. Trump wants it as a US state

President Donald Trump's choice to be U.S. ambassador to Canada on Thursday said that America’s northern neighbor is a ...

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US Senator Shaheen will not seek reelection, adding to Democrats' hurdles

U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen on Wednesday became the third Senate Democrat to say she would not seek reelection next year, ...

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