The new GOP-controlled Senate says it plans to spend more days and hours in session in 2025. According to the just published Senate calendar, the upper chamber plans to be in session for 179 days in 2025, compared to just 158 in 2021, the first year of President Biden’s term. It reflects what GOP leaders see as a unique opportunity with Republicans in control of the House, the Senate, and the white house. More time in sessions will make it easier for the Senate to enact the Trump agenda, and move quickly on greenlighting his judicial and cabinet nominations.