No joke: Franken gives serious opening statement in Sotomayor hearingJuly 13th, 2009 Franken speaks at Sotomayor hearing: no jokeWASHINGTON — The newest member of the Senate, former comedian Al Franken, was as serious as his colleagues in his opening statement at the Senate confirmation hearing for Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor. Franken said he is "truly humbled" to be on the Judiciary Committee.
As Franken takes vacant Minn. Senate seat, political reporter shaves off beardJuly 7th, 2009 With senator seated, Minn. reporter loses beardST.
Set to join Judiciary Committee, Franken sees role in Sotomayor hearings as 'people's proxy'July 7th, 2009 Franken eyes role as 'people's proxy' in hearingsWASHINGTON — Democrat Al Franken, who is finally being sworn in Tuesday as Minnesota's junior senator, wants to serve as a "people's proxy" during the confirmation hearings for Supreme Court nominee Sonia Sotomayor. Franken is joining the Senate Judiciary Committee, which is scheduled to begin hearings next week on President Barack Obama's first nominee to the high court.
Comedian-turned-politician Franken sworn in as Democratic senators from MinnesotaJuly 7th, 2009 Franken sworn in as Minnesota senatorWASHINGTON — Al Franken became a senator on Tuesday, completing the transformation from comedian to politician. The Minnesota Democrat's swearing-in marked the end of an eight-month political and legal struggle and drew thunderous applause and a standing ovation in the Senate chamber.
Comedian turned senator Al Franken arrives in Washington, 'ready to get to work'July 6th, 2009 Franken in Washington, says he's ready to workWASHINGTON — So, did you hear the one about the comedian who spent a whole day on Capitol Hill and told no jokes?
Democrat Al Franken arrived in Washington on Monday content to be as mundane in the Senate as he was brazen in his previous job as a "Saturday Night Live" performer. Forget funny.
Court victory hands Franken a Senate seat, Democrats a boost on health care, other key issuesJuly 2nd, 2009 Franken to give Democrats a boost on key issuesWASHINGTON — The jokes about Minnesota's prolonged recount can finally stop, just in time for Democrats to secure a reliable vote from a former funny man. Al Franken is on his way to Washington and the comedian-turned-senator-elect will bring with him a likely yes vote on key legislation, including two of President Barack Obama's top priorities — health care and climate change.
Sen.-elect Franken tells supporters at Minnesota rally 'I'm not going to waste this chance'July 1st, 2009 Franken says 'I'm not going to waste this chance'ST. PAUL, Minn. — Sen.-elect Al Franken turned a rally at Minnesota's Capitol on Wednesday into an extended thank-you to supporters, promising not to "waste this chance" in what amounted to a victory speech nearly eight months late.
US Senate complete as court backs disputed November electionJuly 1st, 2009 WASHINGTON - A nearly eight-month dispute over Minnesota's US Senate seat ended Tuesday, as the state's highest court sanctioned the wafer-thin election victory of Democratic candidate Al Franken. Closely watched nationwide, the Minnesota win gives Democrats 60 seats in the 100-member US Senate.
Franken: 'So thrilled' to finally be headed to Senate after Coleman concession in MinnesotaJune 30th, 2009 Franken: 'So thrilled' at Minn. Senate race winMINNEAPOLIS — Democrat Al Franken says he's "so thrilled" to finally be celebrating a victory after nearly eight months of recounts and courtroom fights in Minnesota's Senate race.
Senate Democrats urge Minn. governor to certify that Franken has won Coleman's Senate seatJune 30th, 2009 Senate Democrats to Pawlenty: certify FrankenWASHINGTON — Senate Democrats are urging Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty to certify Democrat Al Franken's election to the Senate following the state Supreme Court's ruling that the former Saturday Night Live comedian defeated GOP incumbent Norm Coleman.
Norm Coleman to pay $95K to Minnesota Senate foe Al Franken over election lawsuitJune 11th, 2009 Minn. court orders Coleman to pay $95K to FrankenST. PAUL, Minn. — Republican Norm Coleman must pay Democrat Al Franken $94,783 to cover court costs for his appeal of Minnesota Senate election results.
Minnesota Senate candidate Franken meets with Biden in Washington to discuss recount, policyMay 8th, 2009 Franken meets with vice president in WashingtonWASHINGTON — Democratic Senate candidate Al Franken met privately with Vice President Joe Biden late Wednesday afternoon to update him on the still-contested Minnesota Senate race. Franken, who said he is eager to join the Senate, said the two men also discussed President Barack Obama's policy goals.
Coleman asks Minnesota Supreme Court to order more ballot counts in ongoing Senate fightApril 30th, 2009 Coleman appeals Senate race at Minn. high courtST.
Specter switch raises stakes in Minn. Senate race; Dems have shot at filibuster-proof majorityApril 28th, 2009 Specter switch raises stakes for Franken-ColemanST. PAUL, Minn. — Pennsylvania Sen.
US Congress sworn in for new session amid controversyJanuary 6th, 2009 WASHINGTON - The new US Congress was sworn in Tuesday with stronger Democratic majorities in both the House of Representatives and the Senate that are expected to help president-elect Barack Obama push through his legislative agenda. But the first day of the 111th Congress was overshadowed by controversy, as the Senate refused to seat Roland Burris, the candidate selected by embattled Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich to fill Obama's vacated Senate seat.
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