FDA approves new painkiller that shows promise and challenges of opioid alternatives
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said it approved Vertex Pharmaceuticals’ Journavx for short-term pain that often follows surgery or injuries.
Senate confirms Doug Burgum as interior secretary after Trump tasked him to boost drilling
The Senate has confirmed billionaire Doug Burgum as interior secretary. Lawmakers on Thursday voted 79-18 in favor of Burgum.
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Hughes to chair two committees
Texas Lieutenant Gov. Dan Patrick has named State Sen. Bryan Hughes of Mineola to serve on five committees during the 2025 legislative session, chairing two of them   Hughes will chair the ...
How the Senate Voted to Confirm Doug Burgum as Interior Secretary
The Senate voted 79 to 18 to confirm Mr. Burgum, a former governor of North Dakota, as the next interior secretary.
Senate Democrats revolt against Trump in fallout from foreign aid freeze
Senate Democrats are starting to revolt against President Trump’s agenda on Capitol Hill amid fallout from an initial freeze ...
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'Let our votes count' — Nebraskans line up to oppose winner-take-all election system
Dozens of Nebraskans lined up at the Capitol on Wednesday to oppose efforts to replace the state's distinctive electoral ...