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2016
Open Senate Seats: Nevada
July 5, 2016, 3:09 p.m.
July 5, 2016, 3:09 p.m.
In 2016, there are five Senators who are retiring: two Republicans and three Democrats. Flocks of candidates have put their bid in for the chance to become their state’s newest junior Senator.
2013
Senate Majority Exercises “Nuclear Option”
Dec. 12, 2013, 8:12 p.m.
Dec. 12, 2013, 8:12 p.m.
On November 21, 2013, the Senate voted 52-48 to amend the rules regarding confirmation of executive and judicial nominees.
Johanns Wont Seek Re-election
Feb. 18, 2013, 11:52 p.m.
Feb. 18, 2013, 11:52 p.m.
Mike Johanns, the republican senior senator from Nebraska, won't seek reelection in 2014.
Lautenberg Won't Seek Reelection
Feb. 14, 2013, 10:36 p.m.
Feb. 14, 2013, 10:36 p.m.
New Jersey's senior senator, Frank R. Lautenberg decided today that he will not seek reelection.
