U.S. Senate

James Byrd isn't holding back when it comes to protecting Wyoming’s public lands and education—his passions run deep.

In a state where Democrats have been scarce in the Senate, Jim Byrd is stepping up to challenge the status quo. What’s his game plan?

The rule relaxed requirements of a 2016 Obama administration rule targeting methane emissions from oil and gas drilling.

The defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

For the first time a Native American will lead the powerful department.

Wyoming Sen. John Barrasso, the committee's top Republican on the committee, opposed her nomination.

Senate committees also heard from Biden's nominees for surgeon general and trade representative.

U.S. House prosecutors have criticized Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell and most of his colleagues “for trying to have it both ways.”

The Senate has yet to schedule a confirmation hearing for interior Secretary nominee Deb Haaland.

Most Republicans voted to overturn the results despite the violent siege of the Capitol just hours earlier.