Mitch McConnell is set to return to the Senate on Monday to decide whether to remove Dianne Feinstein from the Senate Judiciary Committee, a decision which could have major implications for President Biden's plans and the 2022 Senate race. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand has defended Feinstein's ability to serve in the Senate, saying that a senator should be able to make their own judgments about when they're retiring. McConnell's decision is expected soon.
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Nancy Pelosi has expressed her support for Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA) if Sen. Dianne Feinstein decides not to run for re-election in 2022. Schiff has been a vocal critic of President Donald Trump and a leader in the fight for gun control and immigration reform. If Feinstein retires, the California Senate race is expected to be a competitive one between Schiff and any potential Republican challengers.
Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA) has announced his intention to run for the California Senate seat in 2024, currently held by Sen. Dianne Feinstein. He joins fundraising powerhouse Katie Porter, Ro Khanna, and Barbara Lee, who is expected to join the race and be the only Black woman in the Senate if she wins. Dan Newman, a veteran political strategist, believes the race will be “for the ages” and come with a hefty price tag in the hundreds of millions of dollars.
Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) announced his candidacy for the Arizona U.S. Senate seat held by Sen. Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ) on Monday, emphasizing his commitment to fighting for working families and giving every Arizonan the same chance at the American Dream. Gallego, who is of Mexican descent, has already launched videos in English and Spanish to promote his candidacy and has received endorsements from several prominent Democrats. The Arizona Senate race is expected to be one of the most competitive in the country.
Democratic Representative Ruben Gallego of Arizona has announced his campaign for the United States Senate, setting up a potential 2024 clash with incumbent Senator Kyrsten Sinema. Gallego is a Marine Corps veteran who served in Iraq and has been a member of the House since 2015. He has asked for the support of his fellow veterans in his campaign and has hired well-known Democratic consultants and pollsters. The outcome of this potential three-way contest between Gallego, Sinema, and any other potential candidates will be closely watched by major Democratic leaders.
President Joe Biden is set to appoint Jeff Zients, his former COVID-19 policy czar, as his next White House chief of staff. Zients brings a wealth of experience to the role, having served in high-ranking roles in the Obama administration. If confirmed, he will become the fourth chief of staff of the Biden administration and is expected to take the job shortly after the president's State of the Union address.
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US Hits $34.1 Trillion Debt Ceiling, White House and House Republicans Negotiate Potential Solutions
US Hits $34.1 Trillion Debt Ceiling, White House and House Republicans Negotiate Potential Solutions
The US has officially hit its $34.1 trillion debt ceiling and the government has begun "extraordinary measures" to pay bills. House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has accepted an invitation from President Biden to discuss a solution, while Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell has said the US "never has and never will" default on its debt. House Republicans have threatened to hold the Biden administration hostage over the debt limit, and the outcome of negotiations between the White House and House Republicans could have a significant impact on the financial security of American households.