Senate Democrats, despite signs of increasing political vulnerability in the midterm elections, continue to be far more generous than their Republican counterparts in sending personal campaign funds to their parties’ respective campaign committees.

The U.S. Senate on Wednesday approved a bill extending the closing deadline for homebuyers trying to take advantage of a popular tax credit.

The Senate banking panel said on Wednesday it has scheduled hearings on the nominations of Janet Yellen to serve as Vice Chairman of the Federal Reserve and of two others to become members of the Fed Board of Governors.

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The Senate on Wednesday unanimously confirmed Gen. David Petraeus as the new commander of the Afghanistan war, and President Barack Obama swiftly issued a statement saying Petraeus had his full confidence.