John Barrasso
John Barrasso is a U.S. Senator from Wyoming, having served since 2007. A member of the Republican Party, he has held significant leadership roles, including the position of Senate Republican Whip. Barrasso is known for his conservative stance on issues such as healthcare and energy policy. He has been an advocate for reducing regulations and promoting energy independence, reflecting the interests of his state's fossil fuel industry. In the context of the evolving Republican Party, Barrasso has been closely aligned with party leadership and has supported various initiatives during Trump’s presidency.
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Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso warned about the implications of the partial shutdown.
Unpaid Secret Service foils alleged Trump assassination plot at Mar-a-Lago
United States· 2026-02-24
Sen. John Barrasso added that Trump is 'considering making a decision' after the fierce lobbying push.
GOP leaders fret as Trump sits out the party’s nastiest primary battles — with Senate control on the lineUnited States· 2026-02-09
Wyoming’s John Barrasso, the No. 2 Republican senator, said the demands are 'radical and extreme' and a 'far-left wish list.'
Republicans reject Democratic demands for ICE, increasing chance of DHS shutdown
Canada· 2026-02-06
John Barrasso echoed Shaheen’s views on the importance of safeguarding telecommunications infrastructure.
US senators unveil subsea cables act
Taiwan· 2025-11-26
John Barrasso echoed Shaheen's views on the importance of safeguarding telecommunications infrastructure.
Senators push bill to boost US role in undersea cable securityTaiwan· 2025-11-26
John Barrasso is the Republican majority whip who promised to 'take a look' at the bill if it passes the House.
What to know about the US House vote on releasing the Epstein files | Jeffrey Epstein
United Kingdom· 2025-11-18
Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso only told NBC's 'Meet the Press' that the Senate will 'take a look' at the bill if it passes the House.
When is the Epstein files voteUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-18
Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso only told NBC's 'Meet the Press' that the Senate will 'take a look' at the bill if it passes the House.
Larry Summers steps back from public role after Epstein emails emergeUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-18John Barrasso declined to commit to holding a vote on the pending bill even if it passes in the House.
Trump’s investigation into Epstein ties to political foes might be ‘smokescreen’, Republican says | Jeffrey EpsteinUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-16
John Barrasso, the Republican Senate majority whip, described the spending package as reasonable and responsible.
U.S. Senate passes legislation to end government shutdownCanada· 2025-11-11
Senator John Barrasso of Wyoming offered praise, stating that 'Wyoming mourns the passing of Vice President Dick Cheney'.
Dick Cheney remains divisive in death, drawing tributes and condemnation | Dick CheneyUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-04
John Barrasso, Senate majority whip, argued that a solution lies in reopening the government.
Senate Republicans strike down Democratic proposal to fully fund Snap | US SenateUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-04
A spokeswoman for Wyoming Senator John Barrasso said his position opposing a filibuster change also remains unchanged.
Senate Republicans reject Trump’s call to scrap filibuster to end government shutdownCanada· 2025-11-01
John Barrasso joined Thune in opposing the elimination of the filibuster.
Tramp zatražio od republikanaca ukidanje kvalifikovane većine u Senatu zbog savezne vlade, oni ga odbili
Montenegro· 2025-10-31
Fellow Senate GOP leader John Barrasso argued that nixing the filibuster would allow Democrats to make Puerto Rico and D.C. into states.
Analysis: Trump just kneecapped the GOP’s shutdown strategy with his call to end filibusterUnited States· 2025-10-31
Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso joins ‘Fox & Friends’ to discuss the ongoing government shutdown and President Donald Trump’s warning to Hamas if the Israel ceasefire collapses.
Republicans move to extend Obamacare aid — but reject Democrats' shutdown gambitUnited States· 2025-10-21
Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso is expected to commence the next rounds of voting on government funding.
US government shutdown: Deadlock may continue for three days- Take a look at past shutdowns
India· 2025-10-02
Senator John Barrasso cautioned Democrats not to expect Republicans to discuss extending the subsidies if the Government shuts down.
US Government set to shut down after Senate blocks funding extension
New Zealand· 2025-10-01
John Barrasso is the Senate Majority Whip who confirmed the GOP's plan to keep scheduling votes on their funding proposal.
Congress has one more day to avert a shutdown. The odds don’t look goodUnited States· 2025-09-30
Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso told Fox News Digital that the legislation was a 'Trojan horse by the Democrats.'
Senate Democrats block Republican government funding extension billUnited States· 2025-09-19
Several Republicans, including close Trump allies Sens. John Thune of South Dakota and John Barrasso of Wyoming, either voiced concerns about Kennedy.
GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy’s tenuous alliance with RFK Jr. is about to hit a breaking pointUnited States· 2025-09-17
Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso supports the return to traditional Senate practices for confirming nominees.
Senate Republicans tee up rule change to speed confirmation of Trump nomineesUnited States· 2025-09-09
Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso expressed deep concern over Secretary Kennedy's vaccine stance during the hearing.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faces heat from GOP senators over vaccine stanceUnited States· 2025-09-05Sen. John Barrasso expressed concern over Kennedy's vaccine policies.
RFK Jr. faces hostile Senate hearing over CDC firing, vaccinesUnited States· 2025-09-05
Senator John Barrasso voiced alarm over Kennedy's decision-making regarding vaccines.
Some Republicans are growing weary of RFK Jr. But Trump isn’tUnited States· 2025-09-05
John Barrasso, a senator from Wyoming and a physician, expressed growing concerns about Kennedy's commitment to vaccine standards.
La política antivacunas de Kennedy une a demócratas y republicanos en su contra | Sociedad
Spain· 2025-09-04
Sen. John Barrasso expressed deep concerns about Kennedy's promises regarding vaccine safety and access.
5 takeaways from a tense RFK Jr. hearingUnited States· 2025-09-04John Barrasso expressed deep concerns about Kennedy's policies regarding vaccines during the Senate hearing.
RFK Jr accused of ‘reckless disregard for science and the truth’ in Senate hearing | Robert F Kennedy JrUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-04
Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso is ready to go nuclear on Senate Democrats and their blockade of President Donald Trump’s nominees.
John Barrasso threatens nuclear option in Democrats' Trump nominee showdownUnited States· 2025-08-30Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso praised Trump's leadership during the meeting with Zelenskyy.
Trump meets Zelenskyy as lawmakers ready sanctions against RussiaUnited States· 2025-08-18
