Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema leaving Democratic Party, registers as independent
Sinema has modeled her political approach on the renegade style of the late Republican Sen. John McCain of Arizona, and has frustrated Democratic colleagues at times with her overtures to Republicans and opposition to Democratic priorities.
What Kyrsten Sinema’s switch means for the Senate
Sinema says she won’t caucus with Senate Republicans, so Democrats will still hold the majority next year. And she is expected to continue casting most of her votes with Democrats while separating herself on certain issues.
What Warnock's victory means for Georgia, Senate Democrats
Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock’s win over Republican challenger Herschel Walker in Georgia means Democrats now add to their majority in the Senate, which “makes a big difference.” Here’s why.
Arizona Sen. Sinema defends bipartisanship at McConnell Center
"More and more it seems like Americans are being told that in order to be a member of either political party, you must adhere to a strict set list of policy viewpoints," Sinema said. "But I don’t think that’s how a majority of Arizonans or Kentuckians or everyday Americans think."
Russia sanctions 25 more Americans, including Arizona Sens. Kelly and Sinema
Russia imposed personal sanctions Monday on 25 Americans, including actors Sean Penn and Ben Stiller.
AP report: Kyrsten Sinema took Wall Street money while killing tax on investors
Senator Kyrsten Sinema forced a series of changes to her party’s $740 billion election-year spending package, eliminating a proposed “carried interest” tax increase on private equity earnings.
Sinema agrees to 'move forward' with social spending and tax bill after Dems make changes
"We have agreed to remove the carried interest tax provision, protect advanced manufacturing, and boost our clean energy economy in the Senate's budget reconciliation legislation," Sinema, D-Ariz., said. "Subject to the Parliamentarian's review, I'll move forward."
Kyler Murray signs contract extension, Arizona senators demand Brittney Griner's release: top sports stories
The Arizona Cardinals and quarterback Kyler Murray agreed to a long-term contract extension following a passive-aggressive offseason contract squabble, and Arizona's two United States senators are calling for the immediate release of Brittney Griner from a Russian jail – these are the top stories from the world of sports from July 18-24.
Arizona Sens. Mark Kelly, Kyrsten Sinema call for immediate release of Brittney Griner
Arizona's two United States senators are getting behind the effort to free Brittney Griner.
Sinema calls for boost in U.S. oil drilling amid Ukraine war
U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona called for increasing domestic oil drilling to make up for the loss of Russian imports that has contributed to high prices at the gas pump.
Biden administration to lift Title 42 on May 23; fears loom around potential migrant wave
Many migrant advocates say getting rid of Title 42 is great news and should have been done a long time ago, while those who want to keep it say this will create a huge rush of even more migrants to our southern border.
As COVID-19 asylum limits at US-Mexico border set to end, Arizona senators show concern
Mark Kelly and fellow Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema met with Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to press their case for the administration to better plan and coordinate a response.
Arizona Dem senators warn Biden against 'sharp end' to Title 42 border restrictions without plan
The Biden administration is widely reported to be considering ending Title 42 -- a Trump-era order implemented in March 2020 that allows for the quick expulsion of migrants at the border due to the COVID-19 pandemic -- when it is due for renewal next week.
Senators: Federal funding authorized for Arizona wildfire recovery
Sens. Kyrsten Sinema and Mark Kelly said the money comes from funding authorized by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs law to protect communities, support recovery efforts, and reduce hazardous fuels.
Newsmaker Saturday - Raul Grijalva
FOX 10's John Hook talks to Rep. Raul Grijalva of Arizona's 3rd district about the U.S.-Mexico border crisis; the situation on the Ukraine-Russia border; climate change; voter ID laws and Sen. Kyrsten Sinema.
Senator Kyrsten Sinema censured by Arizona Democratic Party over filibuster stance
Senator Kyrsten Sinema has been censured by the Arizona Democratic party over her opposition to change or eliminate the Senate's filibuster rule. There was a recent attempt to change the filibuster rule in an effort to get a voting rights bill passed.
President Biden’s approval rating hits new low at one-year mark in office according to poll
A new poll reveals many Americans disapprove of President Joe Biden's handling of his job amid the pandemic and rising inflation.
Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly says he will support proposed filibuster changes
Sen. Kyrsten Sinema said last week that she will not vote to weaken the Senate's 60-vote filibuster threshold, bucking her party leaders yet again and dealing a major blow to Democrats' election reform effort.
Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema faces mounting criticism from Democrats over filibuster stance
Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema is facing mounting pressure and criticism from Democrats over her support of the Senate filibuster. The filibuster is seen as an obstacle to the Democrat's voting rights bill.
Senate presses ahead with voting rights debate: Here's what the legislation would do
The Senate on Tuesday is set to debate legislation that combines the two major voting bills, the Freedom to Vote Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act.