Senate, Kirsten Gillibrand | featured news

Republican Rep. Bob Turner, facing elimination of his New York City congressional district, says he'll seek the Senate seat held by Democrat Kirsten Gillibrand. Turner's announcement Tuesday came just three days before New York Republicans will choose among Senate candidates. There are already three other Republicans seeking the nomination.

Voters now know a thing or two about Harry Reid's type -- the Senate majority leader, speaking at a fundraiser Monday, reportedly called New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand "the hottest member," in front of a crowd that included the blonde mother of two.

After weeks of speculation that Hillary Clinton's U.S. Senate seat would be filled by Caroline Kennedy, it appears the office will go to a member of a lower-profile political family. Sources say New York Gov. David Paterson will appoint Democratic U.S. Rep. Kirsten Gillibrand to replace Clinton, who is now secretary of state in the Obama administration.