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Capitol agenda: Republicans riddled by stay-or-go dilemma — Susan M. Collins | ChamberLight
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SOURCE CHECK TAP FOR WHY Outlet credibility · Politico 85/100 HIGH 99 stories · 84–85 · updated Sep 25, 2026
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Republican senators are weighing whether to leave Washington for midterm campaigning or stay to pursue legislation amid voter concerns about costs. John Thune has not decided, while several senators are urging votes on affordability and energy proposals.
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best Outlet credibility · Politico 85/100 HIGH 99 stories · 84–85 · updated Sep 25, 2026
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People in this story 10 Senate majority leader weighing whether to keep the Senate in session or release lawmakers to campaign
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Senator pressing for votes on insulin and energy permitting legislation
Speaker whose House leadership circle is discussing a possible pre-midterm return
Speaker whose House leadership circle is discussing a possible pre-midterm return
President whose war in Iran is cited as contributing to voter unease over inflation and gas prices; he also signaled a possible easing of the wind-project blockade
Defense secretary who could face an impeachment vote if the House returns early
Senator seeking a vote on legislation addressing data-center energy costs
Senator advocating a floor vote on Husted’s proposal
Senator proposing a vote on legislation to cap credit-card swipe fees
Senator who predicts the House could return early to take up his college sports proposal
Senator urging lawmakers to pursue measures that lower living costs
Politico · 2d ago As midterm prospects grow bleaker, Senate Republicans wonder what they can do about it
President whose war in Iran is cited as contributing to voter unease over inflation and gas prices; he also signaled a possible easing of the wind-project blockade
Defense secretary who could face an impeachment vote if the House returns early
SHOW 5 MORE SHOW FEWER Senator seeking a vote on legislation addressing data-center energy costs
Senator advocating a floor vote on Husted’s proposal
Senator proposing a vote on legislation to cap credit-card swipe fees
Senator who predicts the House could return early to take up his college sports proposal
Senator urging lawmakers to pursue measures that lower living costs
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