Biles: FBI turned ‘blind eye’ to reports of gymnasts’ abuse
The FBI made “fundamental” errors in investigating sexual abuse allegations against former USA Gymnastics national team doctor Larry Nassar and did not treat the case with the “utmost seriousness,” the Justice Department’s inspector general said Wednesday.
Hershel Walker addresses his Texas residency while running for U.S. Senate seat in Georgia
Under the U.S. Constitution, Herschel Walker can live in Texas while campaigning but must officially move to Georgia by election time.
Senate Democrats reach $3.5 trillion budget agreement
Senate Democrats say that they have reached a budget agreement among themselves that envisions spending an enormous $3.5 trillion over the coming decade.
Dallas pastor testifies against unfair banking practices
Dallas mega-church Pastor Dr. Frederick Haynes testified Wednesday on a national level and denounced a measure he says favors predatory lenders.
Balance of power: With several races still undecided, Senate control remains at a deadlock
Which party will control the Senate is still up in the air as states continue to tabulate votes in several key states.
Maine: Susan Collins set to remain senator after defeating Sara Gideon in tight race
Sen. Collins is set to remain at the U.S. Senate.
Sen. John Cornyn expected to beat challenger MJ Hegar, latest polls show
Regardless of the result in the Senate race, this will be a historic election when it comes to voter turnout. Both MJ Hegar and John Cornyn believe their voters are energized and will give them a win Tuesday night.
John Cornyn says U.S. Senate race against MJ Hegar is “too close for comfort”
Most polls still show John Cornyn with a several point lead over MJ Hegar, but she has been outraising him lately.
MJ Hegar raises $13.5 million in third quarter, a huge improvement over past hauls
The fundraising bonanza left Hegar with over $8 million cash on hand at the end of this month, her campaign said. Cornyn, who has had a decisive financial advantage from the start, had $14.5 million in the bank at the end of June.
Sen. Royce West, M.J. Hegar clash in Democratic primary runoff debate
Early voting is underway in Texas for runoff races that were supposed to happen in May. The pandemic pushed it back.
Democratic candidates for Texas U.S. Senate seat debate as early voting begins
Eleven of the candidates in the crowded field fighting for the chance to face Republican incumbent U.S. Senator John Cornyn met for the 90 minute faceoff in Austin. The chance for a runoff is high with so many people running.
Trump impeachment: McConnell can start trial, delay on witnesses
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has the Senate votes to proceed with setting the ground rules for President Donald Trump's impeachment trial.
Georgia's Isakson resigning from U.S. Senate seat at end of year
Following a series of health battles, Georgia's Senior U.S. Senator, Johnny Isakson, announced Wednesday he will step down from his senate seat at the end of the year.