Senate scrambles to finish business ahead of summer recess

The Senate is accelerating its legislative agenda before the summer recess. Key actions include clearing the path for Todd Blanche to become attorney general and approving new energy sanctions targeting Russia. Meanwhile, the Protect College Sports Act, introduced by Ted Cruz, remains uncertain despite recent momentum from the SEC and Big Ten. Lawmakers are rushing to finalize these critical business matters and pending bills before the upper chamber departs for the August break.