President Trump’s inauguration will usher in a new era focused on American strength – including a strong economy, a strong border and a strong military.

On the Senate floor, the majority leader said the ‘illegitimate targeting of a key U.S. ally should concern all of us,’ and warned the ICC could target American soldiers next

Senate Majority Leader John Thune argued that Senate Republicans are actually “ahead of schedule” in the confirmation process of President Donald Trump’s Cabinet, citing how long it took to confirm Trump’s first Cabinet in 2017.

"As I’ve repeatedly said, Senate Republicans are ready to work as long as needed to confirm President Trump’s nominees. Nights. Weekends. Recesses," Thune wrote on the social media platform, X.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President-elect Donald Trump's pick to be secretary of Health and Human Services, arrives for a meeting with Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-W.Va., in Russell building on Wednesday, December 18, 2024. (Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty Images)

No president has ever exercised this constitutional power, but "this remains a significant possibility in the eyes of the White House," one source said.

White House meeting Donald Trump and GOP leaders aimed to bring Republicans together on spending goals. But some disagreed on what was decided.

A federal judge blocked the freeze, but Democrats and Republicans are trying to figure out how it could affect programs.

🇺🇸Scott Bessent’s confirmation as United States Secretary of the Treasury highlights President Trump’s dedication to restoring economic strength and stability. Now that Bessent has been confirmed, the Senate will focus on approving former Representative Sean Duffy (R-Wis.) for the position of secretary of transportation.

Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky voted against President Donald Trump's nominee to be secretary of defense, Pete Hegseth.

Trump, via video, and Vance, in person, join Senate majority leader and House speaker at march commemorating anniversary of Roe v. Wade.