Comedian-turned-politician Franken sworn in as Democratic senators from Minnesota

WASHINGTON — Al Franken became a senator on Tuesday, completing the transformation from comedian to politician.

Set to join Judiciary Committee, Franken sees role in Sotomayor hearings as ‘people’s proxy’

WASHINGTON — 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.

Prepping to be the Senate’s newest member, Al Franken leaves the joking to others

WASHINGTON — So, did you hear the one about the comedian who spent a whole day on Capitol Hill and told no jokes?

Comedian turned senator Al Franken arrives in Washington, ‘ready to get to work’

WASHINGTON — So, did you hear the one about the comedian who spent a whole day on Capitol Hill and told no jokes?

Court victory hands Franken a Senate seat, Democrats a boost on health care, other key issues

WASHINGTON — 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.