Lisa Murkowski
United States Senator from Alaska since 2002
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I personally look at the red-carpet treatment and thought it was a little bit over the top.”
- Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, told NBC News on ThursdayNBC Newsnbcnews.com/politics/donald…
I just need your commitment” that the FDA would maintain those contracts
- Murkowski saidNewsweeknewsweek.com/trumps/fda…
I think there are many parts of it that I find inflammatory.”
- Lisa Murkowski saidCNNcnn.com/2026/09…
I’m glad he said what he said.”
- Lisa Murkowski of Alaska told the AP of CurtisCNNcnn.com/2026/09…
As I’m talking to Alaskans, they’re saying, ‘Wait a minute, he said we were going to be in and out in a matter of weeks,
- Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski said this monthThe Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…
I’ve traveled extensively with Security Aviation throughout Alaska, and have met many of their experienced pilots,
- Murkowski wroteCNNcnn.com/2026/08…Fox Newsfoxnews.com/us/charter…
- Senator Lisa Murkowski of Alaska posted to X on Thursday nightGuardiantheguardian.com/us/news…
- she said on X, naming the charter company that operates in the remote regionDeutsche Welledw.com/en/alaska…
- Murkowski saidABC 7 Newsabc7news.com/story/no…
- fellow Alaska Republican Senator Lisa Murkowski saidNewsweeknewsweek.com/map/shows…
- Republican Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski wrote in a statementFox Newsfoxnews.com/us/two…
- Murkowski posted Thursday nightThe Independentindependent.co.uk/news/alaska…
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GOP senator blocks bill to stop Trump from demolishing Kennedy Center
The Washington Postwashingtonpost.com/politics/20…That night, any subtlety evaporated when he was photographed on Air Force One with a large poster titled “Kennedy Center DEMOLISHED.” People who worried about the future of the historic performing arts institution had visions of bulldozers rolling toward its marble facade
The New York Timesnytimes.com/2026/09…America and China’s leaders indulge in pageantry as crises mount
Hindustan Timeshindustantimes.com/world/news…Yet during his White House summit with President Trump, he sometimes smiled and even laughed, projecting a warmth unusual for a meeting between superpower rivals
The New York Timesnytimes.com/2026/09…Donald Trump hosts China president at White House
Brisbane Timesbrisbanetimes.com.au/world/don…Donald Trump has welcomed Xi Jinping at the White House before they held high-stakes talks
Brisbane Timesbrisbanetimes.com.au/world/don…Trump’s FDA nominee questioned on vaccines and abortion stance in Senate hearing
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…The administration had struggled to find a candidate for surgeon general whom Congress would support
CNNcnn.com/2026/09…A key Republican defends Alaska Senate candidate Mary Peltola after reports of abusive behavior
CNNcnn.com/2026/09…The New York Times article published on Wednesday is based on text messages and interviews with nine former employees of Peltola, who served in the House of Representatives from 2022 till the beginning of last year and is now set to face Republican senator Dan Sullivan in the 3 November midterm elections
Guardiantheguardian.com/us/news…Senate Republicans Defeat Latest Push to End Iran War
The Wall Street Journalwsj.com/politics/policy…Four Republican senators sided with nearly all Democratic members on a resolution calling for President Donald Trump to end the war with Iran or seek congressional authorization
Newsweeknewsweek.com/list/of…Moreno, Banks warn of ‘Russiagate 2.0’ amid GOP push to probe Trump Jr. wedding party
The Hillthehill.com/homenews/senate…And there is increasing reason to believe this could be a significant subplot of Trump’s presidency moving forward — especially if Democrats retake one or both chambers of Congress
CNNcnn.com/2026/09…US Politics: Trump’s Approval Rating Falls to 32%, Iran War Adds to Midterm Pressure
ABP Livenews.abplive.com/videos/news…GOP defections from Trump start to pile up
NBC Newsnbcnews.com/politics/politics…GOP support for Trump’s handling of Iran falls 13 points since March in new CNN poll
CNNcnn.com/2026/09…Trump threatens to 'annihilate' Iranian regime and 'drive them into hell' in UN speech
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…Charter plane crash in Alaska kills all 8 people on board
Saudi Gazettesaudigazette.com.sa/article/66…A twin aircraft operated by Anchorage-based Security Aviation took off from Anchorage carrying two pilots and six passengers
The News Internationalthenews.com.pk/latest/1413033…Senate Bows to Reality, Leaving Trump’s Voting Bill Undone
The New York Timesnytimes.com/2026/08…Senators knocked two major items off their checklist
Fox Newsfoxnews.com/politics/hitchhike…Senate Republicans narrowly confirm Todd Blanche as Trump's attorney general
Haaretzhaaretz.com/us/news…Reproductive health advocates fear newly confirmed Attorney General Todd Blanche will usher in a new wave of restrictions on abortion — even in states where it is legal
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…Murkowski, Merkley demand answers on Trump’s Smithsonian disclaimers
The Hillthehill.com/homenews/senate…Two senators pressed the Trump administration for detailed explanations regarding a proposal to install warning signs outside the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of American History
Newsweeknewsweek.com/republican/senato…Trump’s Smithsonian clash exposes striking pattern among museum curators
Fox Newsfoxnews.com/politics/trumps…A bipartisan pair of lawmakers are requesting more information from the Trump administration about its plans to install disclaimers outside of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History
The Hillthehill.com/homenews/senate…Senate Judiciary panel votes to advance Todd Blanche’s AG nomination
Arutz Shevaisraelnationalnews.com/news/43…The road to confirmation just got bumpier for acting Attorney General Todd Blanche
Fox Newsfoxnews.com/politics/collins…Max Miller allegations force Trump, GOP into thorny spot
The Hillthehill.com/homenews/campaign…More Republicans Call For Max Miller’s Resignation Amid Abuse Allegations: Here’s What To Know
Forbes UKforbes.com/sites/saradorn…Trump's threat to push ahead on settlement fund injects new uncertainty into attorney general talks
The Manila Timesmanilatimes.net/2026/08…Cornyn threatens to tank Todd Blanche's nomination
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…Dem primary erupts as establishment favorite dismisses rival as ‘celebrity candidate’
Fox Newsfoxnews.com/politics/haley…The comments drew immediate backlash from several high-profile Democrats
Guardiantheguardian.com/us/news…Wall Street and GOP not impressed by Trump’s plan to charge extra for early Truth Social access
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…US President Donald Trump's plan to offer faster access to his Truth Social posts to investment firms has triggered criticism from several Republican senators, who say the move raises ethical questions and could give wealthy traders an advantage in financial markets
Hindustan Timeshindustantimes.com/world/news…Dem senator says she fears Trump may send troops to seize ballots during midterm elections
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…Perhaps the most important point that President Donald Trump made in his White House address on Thursday night was that we need to be vigilant about foreign involvement and intrusion in our election process
Fox Newsfoxnews.com/opinion/doug…Trump: Intel Release Bolsters Need for SAVE America Act
Newsmaxnewsmax.com/newsfront/donald…That plea, which Mr. Trump implied was the reason behind the Thursday night speech, appeared to have landed with a whimper among Republicans on Capitol Hill and in campaigns around the country
The New York Timesnytimes.com/2026/07…US Senate passes symbolic rebuke to Trump over Iran war
France 24france24.com/en/video…Divisions emerged among lawmakers over escalating conflict with Iran
ABP Livenews.abplive.com/news/world…Trump backs down on plans to slash ocean science funding
Politico Europepolitico.eu/article/us…The Ocean Observatories Initiative is a network of more than 900 ocean sensors built at a cost of $386 million
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/democra…Schumer blasts Trump's Iran framework as a 'fiasco' and the 'art of surrender'
Arutz Shevaisraelnationalnews.com/news/42…Former national security adviser Susan Rice on Thursday bashed the 14-point memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed by President Trump that kicks off a two-month negotiation period with Tehran
The Hillthehill.com/homenews/administr…Trump signs peace agreement with Iran
Financial Timesft.com/content/13e56ba1…If one is to judge US President Donald Trump by his statements, then his Iranian venture belongs at the top of a very specific political category — that of major fiascos
Le Mondelemonde.fr/en/opinion…Senate Armed Services Chair Blasts Iran Deal's $300 Billion Fund
Newsmaxnewsmax.com/newsfront/roger…In an interview on Fox News with anchor Martha MacCallum on Thursday, Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR), the chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee and a member of the Armed Services Committee, voiced strong reservations regarding President Donald Trump’s preliminary memorandum of understanding with Iran
Arutz Shevaisraelnationalnews.com/news/42…Trump Stresses: Iran Not Getting $300 Billion From US
Newsmaxnewsmax.com/politics/trump…U.S. President Donald Trump's interim deal to end the Iran war met scorching public criticism from some of his fellow Republicans as copies of the signed agreement circulated on Capitol Hill on Thursday
Japan Todayjapantoday.com/category/world…Trump’s Frustration Grows as Senate GOP Leader Keeps Saying ‘No’
Hindustan Timeshindustantimes.com/world/news…The chaos that followed Trump’s sudden U-turn on Jay Clayton’s nomination, just hours before a scheduled confirmation hearing, further loosened tongues in the Capitol hallways — even from lawmakers who tend to be reliable allies
Politicopolitico.com/news/2026…Trump’s Frustration Grows as Senate GOP Leader Keeps Saying ‘No’
The Wall Street Journalwsj.com/politics/policy…The chaos that followed Trump’s sudden U-turn on Jay Clayton’s nomination, just hours before a scheduled confirmation hearing, further loosened tongues in the Capitol hallways — even from lawmakers who tend to be reliable allies
Politicopolitico.com/news/2026…Senate fails to advance measure directing Trump to end Iran conflict despite four GOP defections
The Hillthehill.com/homenews/senate…The United States Senate narrowly blocked an attempt on Tuesday to constrain President Donald Trump’s executive authority over military actions in Iran, CNN reported
Arutz Shevaisraelnationalnews.com/news/42…GOP Split Emerges Over Social Security Reform After Johnson Pushes Action
Newsmaxnewsmax.com/politics/mike…Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-La.) call for Republicans to act on Social Security reform if they keep control of Congress in 2027 is getting pushback from Senate Republicans who warn it’s a bad political message heading into November
The Hillthehill.com/homenews/senate…Trump says his birthday wish is ‘peace for the world’ as he strikes Iran
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…They wanted a party bigger than the Folklife Festival, an annual two-week summer exhibition, and much longer-lasting
The Atlantictheatlantic.com/politics/2026…US Senate Approves $70 Billion For Immigration Enforcement In Win For Trump
ABP Livenews.abplive.com/news/world…Trump’s ICE funding pushed through Senate
The Telegraphtelegraph.co.uk/us/politics…Over 200,000 people paid $100k H-1B visa fee to process applications faster
Hindustan Timeshindustantimes.com/world/news…Senator Lisa Murkowski of Alaska aired concerns of US lawmakers who seek H-1B relief for foreign teachers
Gulf Newsgulfnews.com/world/americas…US lawmakers seek H-1B relief for foreign teachers
Gulf Newsgulfnews.com/world/americas…House Republican vows to force vote on bill blocking ‘anti-weaponization’ fund despite DOJ statement
The Hillthehill.com/homenews/house…Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche has a chance today to convince Republicans he’s dropping plans for a controversial $1.8 billion “Anti-Weaponization Fund.”
Politicopolitico.com/newsletters/insid…Ken Paxton’s victory gives Democrats new hope in Texas Senate race
Financial Timesft.com/content/0ee88169…Decisive Paxton Victory Puts Pressure on Republican Detractors
Bloomberg Newsbloomberg.com/news/newsletters…GOP senators slam Trump's 'anti-weaponization' fund as 'galactic blunder'
The News Internationalthenews.com.pk/latest/1403402…Senate Republicans plan to take $1 billion fund toward White House ballroom out of spending bill
NBC Newsnbcnews.com/politics/trump…House Republicans fume at Senate for punting immigration funding package
The Hillthehill.com/homenews/house…Stymied by Democrats on funding President Trump’s immigration crackdown in the normal fashion, Senate Republicans are muscling through legislation to provide more than $70 billion by employing the special budget exemption that was never intended to be used that way
The New York Timesnytimes.com/2026/05…Republicans punt on reconciliation amid furious disagreement over ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
The Hillthehill.com/homenews/senate…Stymied by Democrats on funding President Trump’s immigration crackdown in the normal fashion, Senate Republicans are muscling through legislation to provide more than $70 billion by employing the special budget exemption that was never intended to be used that way
The New York Timesnytimes.com/2026/05…Republicans Seize on a Budget Exemption to Push Through Immigration Enforcement Funding
The New York Timesnytimes.com/2026/05…But today’s reconciliation fight is exposing an uncomfortable truth: the clock is ticking, and the GOP still must prove it can convert a clear electoral mandate into governing power
Fox Newsfoxnews.com/opinion/senate…Trump tightens grip on Republican Party in US primaries
Le Mondelemonde.fr/en/international…Trump’s singular focus on exacting revenge already put one Senate seat at risk
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…US Senate Advances Bill To Restrict Trump’s Iran War Powers As 4 Republicans Defy Party Line
ABP Livenews.abplive.com/news/world…The U.S. Senate advanced a measure aimed at restricting President Donald Trump's war powers by requiring congressional approval for any future military action in Iran
CNNcnn.com/2026/05…Murkowski vs Trump: Senator sides with Democrats on Iran after series of breaks with president
Fox Newsfoxnews.com/politics/murkowski…They have also hung back from putting forth any legislation that would bless the mission and lay out goals, limits and a timeline for withdrawal
The New York Timesnytimes.com/2026/05…Rick Scott tells Trump to deal ‘final blow’ to Iran
The Hillthehill.com/homenews/5877230…A half-century of messy politics has inverted the Constitution’s design—and there’s no easy fix
Foreign Policyforeignpolicy.com/2026/05…Iran war has cost US $29 billion
WAtodaywatoday.com.au/world/iran…Pentagon’s Iran war bill nears $30bn as Donald Trump renews threats
Financial Timesft.com/content/eb5acb32…Murkowski spearheads GOP showdown over Iran
The Hillthehill.com/homenews/senate…The 60-day deadline, enshrined into law by the War Powers Act Resolution, requires that Congress authorize or halt the war
Fox Newsfoxnews.com/politics/congress…