Senate works to prevent a government shutdown as Democrats divide ahead of the midnight deadline
The Senate finds itself in a familiar position, working to avoid a partial government shutdown with just hours to spare.
Former US Sen. Alan Simpson of Wyoming, who bridged partisan gaps with his quick wit, dies at age 93
Former Sen. Alan K. Simpson of Wyoming has died at age 93. Simpson died early Friday. A political moderate by current standards, Simpson’s three terms as senator from 1979 to ...