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GOP-led immigration bill on verge of Senate passage after Democrats join with Republicans in key vote

A GOP-led bill to require the detention of undocumented migrants charged with certain crimes is on the verge of passage in the Senate after a significant number of Democrats joined with Republicans to advance the measure in a critical vote on Friday.

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Senate Dems join with Republicans to break filibuster on immigrant crime bill

WASHINGTON – Several Senate Democrats from swing states joined with Republicans Friday to clear the final hurdle to passing the Laken Riley Act, which would require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to detain noncitizens who commit certain crimes.

U.S. News & World Report · 1d

US Senate Democrats Help Advance Republican Bill on Migrants Accused of Theft

U.S. Senate Democrats provided the votes on Friday to advance a bill requiring authorities to detain migrants who entered the country illegally if they are suspected of theft, days before President-elect Donald Trump returns to power.

Jon Husted, United States Senate and Ohio

The Columbus Dispatch on MSN · 15h

What happens to Ohio's lieutenant governor position once Jon Husted joins US Senate?

Gov. Mike DeWine must appoint a new lieutenant governor. Meanwhile, who'd step in as acting governor in the event he's unable to fulfill his duties?

USA Today · 1d

Ohio Lt. Gov. Jon Husted to fill JD Vance's US Senate seat

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced Lt. Gov. Jon Husted will replace Vice President-elect JD Vance in the U.S. Senate.

U.S. News & World Report · 1d

Republican Ohio Lieutenant Governor Husted to Replace Vance in Senate

"We have worked to make Ohio great again, and I look forward to working with President Trump, JD Vance to make America great again," Husted told a news conference. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on Thursday named state Attorney General Ashley Moody to replace U.

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The Latest: More of Trump’s cabinet picks will appear for Senate confirmation hearings

Senate hearings are scheduled this week for several of Trump’s picks for the Cabinet. While many are rapidly gaining support ...

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Senate Democratic Whip declares support for Rubio confirmation: 'Many similar views on foreign policy'

Rubio's current Senate term runs through early 2029, so if he resigns to serve in the Trump administration, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will tap a replacement to represent the Sunshine State in the ...

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What’s the Gender, Race and Religious Makeup of the Current Congress?

The 119th Congress will be the first one in recent years to buck the general trend of more racial, gender, age and ethnic diversity.

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The Latest: Senators ask Hegseth about tax returns, tattoos and diversity in the military

Donald Trump’s cabinet picks are beginning their nomination process this week, starting with Trump’s choice for defense ...

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New Hampshire developer focused on workforce housing considers U.S. Senate run

A developer from Walpole is considering a U.S. Senate bid to bring his affordable housing expertise to Washington.

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Some stick around: Appointed senators and their fates

More than 10 percent of current senators first entered the chamber through appointment. Their numbers will soon grow.

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The Latest: Rubio, Bondi, Ratcliffe and Duffy appear for Senate confirmation hearings

Senate hearings are scheduled this week for several of Trump’s picks for the Cabinet. Many nominees have met with senators ...

The Latest: Pete Hegseth’s confirmation hearing adjourns following Senate questioning

Donald Trump’s cabinet picks are beginning their nomination process this week, starting with Trump’s choice for defense ...

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