Maggie Severns on Senator Franken
Maggie Severns spoke by phone about calls from Democratic lawmakers and others for Senator Al Franken (D-MN) to resign f…
Senator Al Franken (D-MN) told Senate colleagues and staff that he will resign in the coming weeks. His decision came in the wake of allegat… read more
Senator Al Franken (D-MN) told Senate colleagues and staff that he will resign in the coming weeks. His decision came in the wake of allegations of sexual misconduct. He noted that President Trump faces similar allegations. He also thanked colleagues and the people of Minnesota, and mentioned the late Senator Paul Wellstone (D-MN) several times. close
Maggie Severns spoke by phone about calls from Democratic lawmakers and others for Senator Al Franken (D-MN) to resign f…
Senator Mazie Hirono (D-HI) spoke briefly with reporters on Capitol Hill about the sexual misconduct allegations against…
Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton (D) announced his appointment of Lieutenant Governor Tina Smith (D) to replace Senator Al…
Senator Al Franken (D-MN) delivered his farewell address. He was scheduled to leave the Senate on January 2, 2018, follo…