Exclusive: Adam Schiff wants to kill the filibuster to make America greener
In an interview with Newsweek, California Congressman Adam Schiff outlines where he'll focus his attention if elected to the Senate in 2024.
Democrat filibustering trans surgery bill for three weeks stirs debate
Nebraska Sen. Machaela Cavanaugh, a Democrat, is nearly four weeks into a filibuster over a bill on health care for transgender individuals.
How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Filibuster
Too often, people's feelings people about the filibuster depend on which party is in power. But they shouldn't.
Democratic governor takes aim at Kyrsten Sinema while on stage with her
J.B. Pritzker of Illinois lauded President Joe Biden's accomplishments despite "some reluctant members of his own party."
Is the filibuster safe with the new Democratic majority?
Republicans have used Democrats' slim majority against them, preventing major reforms from passing. Could Warnock's win help change the tide?
Joe Manchin blasts Joe Biden days before midterm: "Divorced from reality"
The Democratic senator said that Biden's remarks about closing coal plants "are the reason the American people are losing trust" in the president.
Kyrsten Sinema to 'Switch Parties' After 2024 Election, Bannon Predicts
The former Trump adviser's comments come after the Arizona Democratic senator and GOP Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell praised each other during an event on Monday.
Kyrsten Sinema Has Plans to Make Life Even Harder for Democrats
At an event with Republican Senator Mitch McConnell on Monday, Sinema vowed not to back down from her position on the filibuster.
Two Senate Victories That Will Help Democrats Protect Abortion: Warren
Senator Warren campaigned for two progressive candidates in battleground states Friday, saying their victories could codify Roe v. Wade "as early as January."
Manchin, Sinema Critics Say GOP Will End Filibuster Anyway to Ban Abortion
The demise of abortion rights has brought new urgency to the debate over the filibuster. Critics say Democrats should end the filibuster while they can.
Biden Admits He Can't End Filibuster After Manchin, Sinema Oppose Measure
The president had earlier signaled support for an exception to the Senate's filibuster rule in order to codify abortion rights.
AOC Slams Lindsey Graham Over Filibuster Ousting: 'You Sound Insecure'
"I don't care how long you 'worked' to seize control of people's bodies," the Democrat tweeted to the senator. "That right belongs to individuals, not you."
Kyrsten Sinema Kills Filibuster Plan After Pledge to Work on Abortion
President Biden is now intent on codifying Roe v. Wade after the Supreme Court's ruling, but Senator Kyrsten Sinema remains against filibuster reform.
Biden Has Pushed Ending the Filibuster for More Than Just Abortion Rights
The president has voiced support for exceptions or changes to filibuster rules in order for voting rights legislation to progress in the Senate.
What Does Codifying Roe Mean? Securing Abortion Rights Explained
President Joe Biden said he would support changing filibuster rules in order for Congress to codify abortion rights.
AOC Calls Out Democrat Tactics as 'Unfocused Nonsense' After Roe Reversal
The New York lawmaker urged Democrats on Saturday to be specific about how many Senate seats are needed to codify Roe v. Wade into federal law.
Democrats Can Save National Abortion Right on Monday: Robert Reich
Democrats should take action instead of trying to "cover their backsides," Reich wrote.
House Bill for 1,000% Tax on Assault Weapons to Be Filibuster-Proof: Beyer
Democratic Representative Donald Beyer said that the new bill would be intended to "inhibit and restrict sales" of AR-15-style guns.
AOC, Bernie Sanders Urge Roe v. Wade Be Codified to Thwart Supreme Court
Sanders called for an end to the Senate filibuster in order to pass federal legislation protecting abortion rights.
AOC Mocks Sinema's Complaints About Senate's Slow Voting Process
"Why should we make the lives of obstructionists easier?" Ocasio-Cortez wrote, referring to the Arizona senator, who voted against eliminating the filibuster.
As Donors Abandon Sinema, Top Dem Consultants Under Pressure to Follow
"The dirty secret in politics is that what progressives and conservative Democrats have in common is the same group of consultants," Democratic consultant Chuck Rocha told Newsweek.
Kyrsten Sinema Would Lose 2024 Arizona Primary in a Landslide: Poll
The survey by Data for Progress shows the centrist Democrat trailing Representative Ruben Gallego, who is rumored to be considering a Senate run.
Kyrsten Sinema Donors Jump Ship Amid Her Holdout on Social Spending Bill
A past Sinema donor said, "I have given up really trying to understand Sinema's motivations for the way she votes."
DJ Charlamagne Slams Biden, Manchin, Sinema Over 'Death of Democracy'
"Black people voting is simply not a priority for Biden, Manchin or Sinema," the radio host said on his Thursday broadcast.
McConnell Says Democrats Were 'Anxious' to Keep Filibuster Under Trump
Democrats attempted to change the filibuster in order to pass voting rights legislation in the Senate this week.
MLK's Son: Joe Biden Should Consider Using Executive Power on Voting Rights
Martin Luther King III told Newsweek he was "greatly disappointed" that voting legislation could not proceed in the Senate.
Kyrsten Sinema 'Staggeringly Vulnerable' in 2024 After Filibuster Vote
Sinema could be facing a strong primary challenge from Arizona Democrats if she seeks re-election in 2024.
Manchin Says His Decisions Based on Rural Constituents, Not D.C. Democrats
Manchin said he serves "a complete different constituency" compared to other Democrats. Polls show more West Virginia voter support voting rights bills.
Kyrsten Sinema's Ex-Staffer 'Ashamed' To Have Worked for Her
Sinema was one of the two Democrats who in the Senate on Wednesday night voted against weakening the filibuster to pass elections and voting reform.
Video of Sinema Shaking Hands With GOP Senators After Vote Goes Viral
The Arizona senator sided with Republicans in opposing a move to tweak rules that would allow a voting rights package to pass with a straight majority.