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Sen. Cornyn: FBI has agreed to help find Texas lawmakers

By Associated Press

The Texas Republican isn't saying just how the FBI might help state law enforcement find the legislators who left Texas to block a vote on new redistricting maps. He had requested federal help on Tuesday.

What Republicans are saying about Matt Gaetz, Trump's pick for attorney general

By Thomas Beaumont, Associated Press

Former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz's nomination for attorney general is being met with a variety of reactions from Republicans, including cautious reservation, praise and pointed criticism.

Texas Sen. Cornyn announces bid to succeed McConnell as Senate leader

By Mary Clare Jalonick, Associated Press

Cornyn is citing his experience in that role in a statement to fellow senators announcing his run. But he's also trying to distinguish himself from McConnell, saying, "I believe the Senate is broken — that is not news to anyone."…

Cornyn tapped to lead Republicans in gun law negotiations

By Lisa Mascaro, Associated Press

The Republican lawmaker says he’s not interested in making a political statement, but wants to “make the terrible events that occurred in Uvalde less likely in the future.”…

WATCH: Cornyn presses Supreme Court nominee Jackson on religious freedom, abortion

By Associated Press

Supreme Court nominee Ketanji Brown Jackson appeared for a third day before the Senate Judiciary Committee for grueling confirmation hearings that are providing a vivid portrait the promise, and enduring racial challenges, facing the country.

Republican John Cornyn wins Texas Senate race

By Associated Press

Cornyn defeated Democrat MJ Hegar in his hardest-fought reelection battle in almost two decades.

Republicans lack votes -- and appetite -- to end 'Obamacare'

By Alan Fram, Associated Press

After years of trying to demolish former President Barack Obama's prized law, GOP leaders still lack the votes to succeed.

Trump prods Congress amid debate on immigration

By Alan Fram, Associated Press

President Donald Trump warned that it's now or never when it comes to extending protections for young immigrants living in the country illegally.

Senate GOP, Trump aim for tax vote this week, but still need more support

By Stephen Ohlemacher and Marcy Gordon, Associated Press

President Donald Trump and Senate Republicans scrambled Monday to make changes to a Republican tax bill in an effort to win over holdout GOP senators and pass a tax package by the end of the year.