Senate

DeSantis Inches Into the Arena

Plus: Where West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice stands on a Senate run.

House Republicans Leap to Trump’s Defense

Plus: The Senate considers ending a pair of war authorizations, and the China competition committee plans its next hearing.

Trump on Trial?

Plus: Former GOP Senate candidate Dave McCormick is launching a new PAC, fueling suspicions he’ll run again in 2024.

The Social Security Impasse

A bipartisan group of senators ponders shoring up the program—but political will is limited.

Ramaswamy Grabs the Mic

Plus: A Club for Growth VP eyes a Senate run in Virginia.

Christie on DeSantis: ‘None of Us Really Know Who He Is’

Plus: What’s next for Florida Sen. Rick Scott.

Biden’s New Shot for Nominees

Plus: Senators demand UFO answers.

Club for Growth Previews Its Senate Playbook

The group’s super PAC is planning to spend tens of millions of dollars supporting hardline Republicans.

Hats in the Ring for Michigan Senate

Plus: The Koch network gears up to take on Trump in 2024.

Can the GOP Win a Senate Seat in Virginia?

Undeterred by his failed bid for a House seat, Hung Cao considers jumping into an even tougher race.

The Democrats vs. New Hampshire

Plus: The GOP-happy 2024 Senate map.

The Coming Debt Ceiling Standoff

Republicans want to rein in spending but can’t agree on exactly what to ask for.

Why Can’t the Senate Pass Popular Bills?

This week’s massive omnibus bill includes one of the most important election bills in a generation: A Dispatch Explainer.

The GOP’s Hope for a Flipped Senate Script

As Senate Democrats face a tough map in 2024, Republicans recalibrate their strategy.

Stirewaltisms: Sinema Pops Dems’ Bubble

The Arizona senator announces she’s leaving the Democratic Party.

Walker Goes Down to Warnock

Why Georgia’s Senate runoff felt like a post-Trump election.