The Senate has failed to advance the Paycheck Fairness Act, legislation aimed at addressing the gender wage gap that is a top agenda item for Democrats, but that faces Republican opposition
A procedural vote to move forward with consideration of the legislation failed by a vote of 49-50, falling short of the 60 vote threshold needed to succeed. The outcome of the vote underscores yet again how limited Democrats are in what they can do to advance their agenda with a 50-50 partisan split Senate as long as the legislative filibuster remains intact.
Senate Democrats scramble after Manchin upends key progressive prioritiesMcConnell argued that the June agenda that Democrats are pursuing, which includes priorities including the pay equity legislation as well as a major voting rights overhaul that faces stiff GOP resistance, is"transparently designed to fail.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Pelosi urges Senate Democrats, Manchin to help pass voting act amid controversy over filibusterDemocratic Senator Joe Manchin had earlier reaffirmed his position on the filibuster, saying he would not change Senate rules.
Read more »
President Biden Ends Infrastructure Talks With Senate GOP GroupPresident Biden ended infrastructure talks with a Senate GOP group and now plans negotiations with a bipartisan set of lawmakers in an effort to salvage a deal
Read more »
Senate passes bill to boost US tech industry, counter rivalsWASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate overwhelmingly approved a bill Tuesday that aims to boost U.S. semiconductor production and the development of artificial intelligence and other technology in the face of growing international competition, most notably from China.
Read more »
Senate China bill heads for next steep climb in HouseThe Senate is on track to pass a massive bipartisan bill today aimed at countering China’s economic and geopolitical rise — though the House is already contending with challenges on the issue
Read more »
Arizona Senate president says in emails Trump called to thank her for 'audit'Arizona Senate President Karen Fann said that former Pres. Trump called to thank her for the so-called 'audit' of Maricopa County ballots, newly released emails show:
Read more »