HISTORICAL FACTS: The us senate - The Untold Story

This year's congressional primaries drew the most candidates since 2014

Welcome to the Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2026, Brew.

Ballotpedia · Sep 22

Revenge of the labor movement: Democrats with union backgrounds aim to retake Congress

Meet the candidates with labor ties vying for Senate and House seats in midterm races. Most of the nominees are Democrats as the party looks to rebuild support among working-class voters

The Guardian - US · Sep 19

Bitcoin trades near $75,000 as CLARITY Act setback weighs, Fed decision in focus

Bitcoin fell below $75,000 to a September low after the US Senate rejected the CLARITY Act cloture vote 50-49. Ethereum and major altcoins also declined, while rising Treasury yields, regulatory uncertainty and weaker sentiment added pressure to cryptocurrency markets.

The Economic Times · Sep 16

Trump taps God Bless the USA singer’s wife for major Caribbean ambassador job

Kimberly Greenwood was among a list of nominees the Trump administration sent to the U.S. Senate for confirmation

The Independent UK · Sep 15

'Time To Get Back To Work': Mitch McConnell, 84, Returns to Senate in Wheelchair After Three-Month Absence

Mitch McConnell has returned to the US Senate after more than three months away following a fall, hospitalisation and rehabilitation, saying he intends to remain active despite ongoing mobility issues.

International Business Times UK · Sep 14

Where Is Mitch McConnell? Capitol Police Presence at DC Home Raises New Questions After Senate No-Show

Mitch McConnell missed the Senate's September 14 return after about three months away, with his office yet to announce when he will resume duties following a June fall and hospitalisation.

International Business Times UK · Sep 14

Mitch McConnell's Senate Return Remains Unclear as GOP Plans Farm Bill Do-Over

Mitch McConnell has not confirmed when he will return to the Senate, leaving Republicans uncertain whether they have enough support to advance Farm Bill 2.0 before September's deadline.

International Business Times UK · Sep 14

Alaska voters to decide on the second U.S. Senate general election using ranked-choice voting

Incumbent Sen. Daniel S. Sullivan (R), Mary Peltola (D), Gerald Heikes (R), and Dan Sullivan(R) are running in the general election for the U.S. Senate in Alaska on Nov. 3, 2026. Daniel S. Sullivan and Peltola lead in polls, noteworthy endorsements, and fundraising.

Ballotpedia · Sep 14

James Talarico Interview Kept Off ABC, But Kimmel Fires Back as YouTube Views Soar Past 8 Million

James Talarico's Kimmel interview skipped ABC but exploded on YouTube, surpassing 8 million views as his 'corrupt system' claim fuels a fiery FCC showdown.

International Business Times UK · Sep 14

Mitch McConnell's Expected Senate Return Highlights Age and Term Limit Debates for Ageing American Lawmakers

Mitch McConnell's expected Senate return after a three month health absence is reviving America's debate over age and term limits for ageing lawmakers.

International Business Times UK · Sep 12