WATCH: Chuck Schumer sidesteps Platner scandals, confirms support for controversial Dem

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., ignored persistent questions about controversies surrounding Democrat Graham Platner and reaffirmed his support for the embattled Senate candidate. Platner, a Marine veteran and oyster farmer, has faced a series of controversies in recent weeks, including criticism over a tattoo with links … Read more

Chuck Schumer lays out Democrats’ plan to fight Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization’ fund in the Senate

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said Monday that Democrats would try to kill President Donald Trump’s $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund, forcing Republicans to vote to preserve the compensation money. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. “This week, Senate Democrats will launch a coordinated effort to kill … Read more

Rep. Chuck Edwards faces House ethics investigation over harassment allegations

WASHINGTON — The House Ethics Committee announced Thursday it is investigating Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards of North Carolina over allegations that he created a hostile work environment and engaged in sexual harassment. Edwards, serving his second term in the House, said he welcomed the inquiry and planned to fully cooperate with the committee. “I am … Read more

House Ethics Committee investigating sexual harassment allegations against Rep. Chuck Edwards

The House Ethics Committee announced Thursday it is investigating Rep. Chuck Edwards, R-N.C., over allegations that he “may have created or fostered a hostile work environment and engaged in sexual harassment.” Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The announcement follows reports that Edwards was being scrutinized … Read more

Democrats fighting for Iowa Senate seat tussle over Chuck Schumer and super PACs

DES MOINES, Iowa — Two Democrats seeking to flip one of Iowa’s Republican-held Senate seats spent Wednesday evening at a forum here, appealing to progressive activists and voters who could influence the June primary. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. But it was a Democrat from … Read more