Long-time Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin announced his retirement Wednesday, setting off a once-in-a-decade leadership fight to fill his highly-coveted position.

A large group of Democrats on Wednesday called on the Social Security Administration to keep field offices open. “We write ...

Donald Trump can’t get rid of Pete Hegseth fast enough as the tough talking former Fox News host looks more and more like a huge liability and a soft target for Democrats.

Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) and Patty Murray (D-Wash.) are viewed by Senate insiders as the three lawmakers competing to succeed ...

Two bills moving through the legislature this year will bring more protection and rights to victims of sex trafficking.

The veteran senator's departure will set off a mad scramble both for his Senate seat and for younger colleagues eager to move ...