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Senate Majority Leader John Thune to Add Iran Sanctions to Russia Sanctions Bill

Following President Trump's call, Senate Majority Leader John Thune announced plans to include sanctions targeting Iran in the ongoing Russia sanctions legislation.

Jul 23, 2026, 9:50 PM The Hill

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Senate Majority Leader John Thune Pushes Back on Claims of Trump’s Waning Patience Over SAVE America Act

John Thune responds to White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt’s remarks about President Trump’s frustration with stalled legislation.

The Hill | Jul 23, 2026, 6:11 PM

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Senate Majority Leader John Thune Declines to Endorse Candidate in South Carolina Senate Race

Thune refrains from endorsing any candidate to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, as multiple Republicans announce their bids.

The Hill | Jul 20, 2026, 8:48 PM

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Trump Urges Congress to Add Iran to Russia Sanctions Bill in Honor of Lindsey Graham

President Trump calls for expanding the bipartisan Sanctioning Russia Act of 2025 to include Iran, following recent escalations in U.S.-Iran tensions and to honor the late Senator Lindsey Graham.

The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 2:12 PM

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Senator Josh Hawley Criticizes Handling of Mitch McConnell’s Health and Senate Duties

Hawley emphasizes the obligation to inform constituents amid McConnell’s prolonged absence and its impact on GOP legislative priorities.

Fox News Latest | Jul 19, 2026, 9:25 AM

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Trump Accuses China of Largest US Election Data Breach, Vows to Declassify Intelligence

US President Donald Trump alleges China obtained 220 million voter records and claims election system vulnerabilities, contradicting past US intelligence findings.

BBC World | Jul 17, 2026, 3:12 AM

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Lindsey Graham’s Legacy Continues as Sister Darline Graham Nordone Steps into Senate Role

Following the death of South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham at 71, his sister Darline Graham Nordone is urged to carry on his work amid a competitive race for his seat.

Fox News Latest | Jul 16, 2026, 4:29 AM

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House Passes State Department Funding Bill Amid Controversial Voting Restrictions Push

On July 15, 2026, the House approved a fiscal year 2027 appropriations bill funding the State Department and national security programs, while also advancing the contentious Save America Act linked to the spending measure.

The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 10:17 PM

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Tommy Tuberville Details Lindsey Graham’s Final Phone Call Before Emergency Response

Senator Lindsey Graham experienced chest pains and contacted his scheduler before 911 was called, with aortic dissection confirmed as the cause of death.

Fox News Latest | Jul 14, 2026, 12:48 PM

Grounded editorial scene illustrating South Carolina Republican Lindsey Graham, a close ally of former President Trump, passed away after a brief illness, prompting tributes from U.S. and international figures.

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Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies at 71; Trump and World Leaders Mourn

South Carolina Republican Lindsey Graham, a close ally of former President Trump, passed away after a brief illness, prompting tributes from U.S. and international figures.

Washington Times News | Jul 12, 2026, 9:35 PM

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Mystery Deepens Over Senator Mitch McConnell’s Health as Congress Prepares to Return

Kentucky Republican Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized since mid-June with limited information released, fueling speculation about his condition.

Guardian US | Jul 11, 2026, 10:18 AM

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Renewed Conflict with Iran Threatens to Disrupt U.S. Congressional Agenda

President Trump’s faltering peace deal with Iran complicates legislative priorities as partisan battles intensify ahead of the general election.

The Hill | Jul 9, 2026, 11:08 AM

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Trump Links SAVE America Act to $350 Billion Defense Spending Amid Midterm Push

President Donald Trump is leveraging the stalled SAVE America Act by tying it to a large defense spending package, urging Senate Republicans to act before the midterm elections.

Fox News Latest | Jul 9, 2026, 10:08 AM

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Trump’s Push to Restrict Birthright Citizenship Challenges GOP Leadership

Efforts to pass legislation limiting birthright citizenship face significant hurdles amid GOP divisions and skepticism about securing enough votes.

The Hill | Jul 8, 2026, 10:28 AM

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Mitch McConnell’s Health Sparks Senate Speculation Around Thomas Massie

Uncertainty over Mitch McConnell’s medical condition fuels talk of Thomas Massie potentially replacing him in the Senate before a critical August 3 deadline.

Reason | Jul 7, 2026, 8:50 PM

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Mitch McConnell’s Office Shares Coordinated Statements Amid Ongoing Recovery

Senate colleagues and acquaintances report consistent interactions with McConnell during his hospital recovery following a cardiac arrest.

Daily Caller | Jul 7, 2026, 8:49 PM

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Senate GOP Leaders Report Phone Conversations with Hospitalized Mitch McConnell

Top Senate Republicans say they have spoken with Senator Mitch McConnell by phone amid his ongoing hospitalization and report he is engaged and eager to return to the Senate.

CBS Politics | Jul 7, 2026, 8:34 PM

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Elaine Chao Remains in China Amid Mitch McConnell’s Hospitalization and Rumors About His Health

While Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell remains hospitalized, his wife Elaine Chao continues a planned trip in China, with officials denying the need for her immediate return despite swirling rumors about McConnell’s condition.

Fox News Latest | Jul 7, 2026, 7:09 PM

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Mitch McConnell’s Cardiac Arrest Raises Questions About Senate Return

The health emergency at Sen. Mitch McConnell’s Washington, D.C. home has sparked uncertainty about his return to the Senate and potential special election implications.

The Hill | Jul 7, 2026, 11:02 AM

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Trump Warns of Communist Threat in Independence Day Speech at Mount Rushmore

President Trump delivered a forceful critique of communism during America’s 250th Independence Day celebration, emphasizing national identity and political divisions.

The Hill | Jul 4, 2026, 6:02 AM

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EMS Responded to Unconscious Person at Mitch McConnell’s Home Before Hospitalization

Emergency medical personnel were dispatched to Senator Mitch McConnell’s residence for a reported cardiac arrest on the morning he was hospitalized last month.

CBS Politics | Jul 2, 2026, 8:59 AM

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Senator Mike Lee Draws Historical Parallel Between LBJ’s Civil Rights Act Strategy and SAVE America Act Efforts

Mike Lee cites Lyndon B. Johnson’s tactics during the 1964 Civil Rights Act debate as a model for advancing the SAVE America Act amid current Senate challenges.

Daily Caller | Jun 30, 2026, 7:13 PM

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House GOP Votes to Delay Government Shutdown Battle Until After November Midterms

House Republicans pass a bill extending current funding levels to avoid a pre-election shutdown, while Speaker Mike Johnson warns Democrats may push for a shutdown before the midterms.

Fox News Latest | Jul 22, 2026, 4:07 AM

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Nancy Mace Endorses Ralph Norman Over Trump’s Preferred Senate Candidate in South Carolina

Rep. Nancy Mace breaks with former President Donald Trump by endorsing Ralph Norman in the special Senate election to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham.

Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 4:39 PM