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The Iran War Is Giving Democrats a Chance. Will They Take It?
Last week, Republicans in Congress rejected a war powers resolution and thus negated their own power. In so doing, they gave President Donald Trump free rein over the Iran conflict and tied themselves to a war that has no consistent justification, no clear end and little public support. Democrats voted largely in lockstep to curtail Trump’s power, the first move in a process that will become more substantial as the already-unpopular war continues. History shows that foreign conflicts rarely get
Big-name Democratic donors boost Gov. Shapiro's war chest ahead of 2026 re-election bid
For years, Josh Shapiro has risen through the ranks of Democratic politicians to become a potential candidate for the party’s 2028 presidential nominee. The...
Redistricting plan to give Colorado Dems 7 members of the U.S. House will split El Paso County
A proposed redistricting plan, which would give Colorado seven Democratic members of the U.S. House of Representatives and only one Republican, will split El Paso County into two parts and thereby weaken the county’s influence in Congress. El Paso County, which contains all of the city of Colorado Springs, currently is mainly in U.S. House […]
Inside California Politics March 7, 2026
(Inside California Politics) — Democratic candidate Betty Yee defended her decision to stay in the race to be California’s next governor in a one-on-one interview with Inside California Politics ho…
Trump may need billions for the Iran war. Congress stands in the way.
Capitol Hill is largely in the dark about what an emergency cash influx for the Iran war could look like. But Trump will have to go through Democrats.
Ahead of Midterms, Economic Warning Signs Pile Up for Republicans
With employers cutting jobs and gas prices rising amid the war in Iran, Democrats see an opportunity to press their advantage.
Brandon Herrera’s YouTube Gives Democrats More Hope in West Texas Race
What had been a safe G.O.P. seat was looking more attainable for Democrats after Representative Tony Gonzales bowed out in favor of a hard-right candidate.
Committee advances Guthrie's internet safety bill
It did not have the support of Democrats, who argued the legislation does not go far enough.
WATCH: Obama calls on Americans to 'step up' like Jesse Jackson for a better future
“We are living in a time when it can be hard to hope,” Obama said Friday at the final public tribute to Rev. Jesse Jackson. “Each day we wake up to some new assault to our democratic institutions. Another setback to the idea of the rule of law, an offense to common decency. Every day you wake up to things you just didn’t think were possible.”
Reality is immaterial in today's politics
Republicans are having a field day over Bill Clinton's testimony that JB Pritzker flew on Jeffrey Epstein's jet. But Democrats are also succumbing to fantasy worlds of their own making.
Democrats are probing companies awarded a $220 million ad contract for ties to Noem, Lewandoski
The senators are asking whether Noem, her senior adviser Corey Lewandowski or any other DHS employee financially benefited from the agreements.
Democrats aren't done with Kristi Noem: From the Politics Desk
Plus, three key questions about the Iran war.
Colorado Democrats, Republicans fight over ballot fiscal information
Republicans and Democrats clashed anew over legislation that would require identifying which programs would see a funding reduction if a ballot measure passed, with the former saying it’s yet another way for the government to control the campaign narrative and the latter insisting it provides transparency to voters. House Bill 1084, sponsored by Denver Democratic […]
The Gap Between John Fetterman and the Democrats Is Widening
The Pennsylvania senator has been one of the most outspoken backers of President Trump’s strike in Iran. His stances could risk derailing his prospects for a second term in the Senate.
Did Mecklenburg Democrats’ anger at Trump, MAGA oust two incumbents?
State Reps. Carla Cunningham and Nasif Majeed burned their party on veto overrides. On Tuesday, Democratic voters returned the favor.
Politics, Pubs, Parades, + the Parish: Tom Barrett
Today, please take the time to listen to Ms. McCormack's interview with veteran Essex County Democrat Tom Barrett HERE.
53 Dems vote against declaring Iran a state sponsor of terror
A total of 53 House Democrats voted against a resolution this week that called the Islamic Republic of Iran "the largest state sponsor of terrorism."
‘Firing her is not enough’: Democrats celebrate Kristi Noem departure but say she must be ‘held accountable’
Gavin Newsom among those celebrating Noem’s ousting, as Democrats warn pressure must be kept up against ICE
Kristi Noem's ouster isn't enough. Democrats say they want her to pay.
Even though Trump ousted Noem as homeland security secretary, Democrats say they plan to still push for investigations and possibly even impeachment.
Senator Blumenthal Pushes to Investigate Kristi Noem for Perjury
Senator Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut said Democrats had evidence to suggest Kristi Noem lied under oath during a Senate hearing on Tuesday.
Colorado Gov. Polis considers releasing Tina Peters from prison amid Trump pressure
Colorado's Democratic governor, facing a pressure campaign from President Donald Trump, is signaling his openness to granting clemency to a former county clerk who was convicted in a scheme that attempted to find proof of fraud in the 2020 presidential election.
Colorado’s congressional redistricting proposal could flip three Republican House seats
A Democrat-backed proposal to redraw Colorado’s congressional map for the 2028 election could flip three Republican districts. The proposal, introduced by a group called Coloradans for a Level Playing Field, is yet another development in a national redistricting debate after President Donald Trump called to redraw U.S. House districts. An analysis of the proposal in […]
Oregon Democrats quietly narrow business tax break they touted
The tax credit was sold as a key economic development tool. It’s expected to be reduced by 60%.
Providence in talks to unload Queen of the Valley Medical Center to NorthBay Health
Providence in talks with NorthBay Health to sell Queen of the Valley Medical Center
GOP Sen. Steve Daines’ last-minute withdrawal from Senate race was meant to block Democrats from fielding a top-tier recruit
GOP Sen. Steve Daines made the last-minute decision to abruptly pull out of his Senate race to prevent Democrats from fielding a top recruit for the open Montana seat, according to two sources familiar with the matter.
Why are Democrats surrendering the issue of healthy food?
Under RFK Jr and the Maha movement, Republicans have claimed the mantle – but their actions are full of contradictions
Dave McCormick blasts Democrat 'political theater' on Trump's war powers, Iran threat
Sen. Dave McCormick, R-Pa., discusses the House vote on curbing President Trump's war powers regarding Iran strikes. He blasts Democrats for 'political theater,' emphasizing Iran's role as a terror financier and its nuclear ambitions.
Texan James Talarico becomes a fresh face of Democrats’ midterm hopes after Senate primary win
The 36-year-old state lawmaker is now a front man for the left's opposition to President Donald Trump, not just in his own state but around the country.
They fought in Iraq. Now they’re the Democrats’ loudest voices against the war in Iran.
Rep. Eugene Vindman is among a generation of young Democrats who ran for Congress, in part, because of their experience fighting a forever war in the Middle East.
California Governor’s Race: Here’s Who’s Running in 2026
A cluster of lesser-known Democrats, two Republicans and a Green candidate will fight for the attention of frustrated voters.
The one big takeaway for Democrats and Republicans out of Texas
The first primaries of the 2026 midterms are in the books, and they offered some very interesting storylines.
James Talarico Says ‘New Politics’ Is Being Born After Texas Primary Win
After clinching the Democratic Senate primary, he told supporters in Austin that the country’s real divide is between “top versus bottom,” not the left versus right.
The Texas Senate Race Is About to Get Very Ugly
A runoff, resentments, and the question of whether a Democrat can win statewide
One big takeaway for Democrats from the Texas Senate primary: From the Politics Desk
Plus, the Trump administration’s mixed messages on the Iran war.
James Talarico wins the Texas Democratic Senate race. The real challenge lies ahead.
After the state representative won the Senate primary, he joined a list of other promising progressives who have captured the left’s fancy.
NC-11 race could depend on independent votes, national politics: former NC Rep. Shuler
The last Democrat to hold the seat of NC-11 says the outcome of November's general election could hinge on independent voters and national political winds.
Newsom Compares Israel to ‘Apartheid State’
The California governor, seen as a likely presidential candidate, made comments that reflect a shift in the Democratic Party.
House Oversight Committee subpoenas Attorney General Pam Bondi
Bondi has faced criticism from Democrats, and some Republicans, over the Justice Department’s handling of the Epstein files.
Dem Candidate for Rep. Eric Swalwell’s Seat Donated to Far-Right Republicans
Democratic primary hopeful Rakhi Israni, who is running for Rep. Eric Swalwell’s seat, gave to MAGA figures — including Laura Loomer.
Al Green, Christian Menefee head to runoff in Texas House race
Two sitting Democratic congressmen are duking it out for a redrawn district covering much of the diverse Houston metropolitan area.
Civility, Federalism, and the Future of American Politics
In a week that could easily have been defined by division, the penultimate session of the 2026 NGA Winter Meeting offered something increasingly rare in American public life: two politicians, from opposite ends of the political spectrum speaking candidly about friendship, shared purpose, and the urgent need to rebuild trust in democratic institutions. Moderated by Laura Collins, Director of the […]
Democrat James Talarico wins Senate primary in Texas
The newly minted Democratic U.S. Senate nominee in Texas is now a front man for the political opposition to the Republican president, not just in his own state but around the country
‘STRAIGHT OUTTA CONGRESS’: Top progressive concedes race after viral mockery for ‘embarrassing’ defeat
Progressive star Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, conceded her race for U.S. Senate after suffering an “embarrassing" defeat to a much lesser-known Democrat, state Rep. James Talarico.
Talarico’s Win in Texas Shows That Nice Guys Can Finish First
At a moment when many Democrats are campaigning on rage and resistance, James Talarico took a different tack in his campaign in the Texas Senate primary.
Oregon lawmakers advance bill to revise campaign finance law despite significant confusion about what it woul
“This is a very painful choice to make," one Democratic lawmaker said ahead of a key vote Tuesday.
California politics could cause a reversal on autonomous trucks
A new Democratic governor could shift gears away from the Newsom years on autonomous trucks to appease labor.
For California Democrats, single-payer health care is back. Voters have heard it before
Candidates for governor are promising universal public health care, which might sound familiar to California voters who've heard it before.
Where Trump Appears Vulnerable on the Iran War | WSJ Politics Newsletter for March 4
Plus, Cornyn and Paxton are headed to runoff in their heated Republican Senate primary in Texas as Democrat Talarico beats Crockett
Talarico wins Texas Democratic primary as Republicans face runoff
Republican contest in May could provide Democrats with opening to finally win over staunchly red state
The US in Brief: The Democrat who could flip Texas
The latest news in US politics, with coverage of Donald Trump’s second term.
A high-stakes Texas primary exposed the Democratic Party’s fault lines
Democrats chose expanding the tent over doubling down on the base.
Scoop: How a democratic socialist is courting D.C.'s business elite
Mayoral hopeful Janeese Lewis George is trying to sell her downtown vision to a skeptical crowd.
Five takeaways from Texas primaries, as march to US midterms gets going
Contests in the southern state are signalling which way the Republicans and Democrats are heading.
Talarico Triumphs as G.O.P. Heads to Runoff: 6 Takeaways from Texas
James Talarico won the state’s Democratic primary for Senate, while Senator John Cornyn faces a runoff against Ken Paxton, his right-wing challenger.
Talarico wins Democratic primary for U.S. Senate in Texas
Talarico, a state lawmaker, positioned himself as an effective messenger to moderates and disaffected Republicans in his win over Rep. Jasmine Crockett.
Talarico defeats Crockett in Democratic Senate primary in Texas
Crockett and Talarico were generally aligned on policy, and both rose to prominence in large part through social media.
James Talarico will win Democratic primary in Texas Senate race, CNN projects
State Rep. James Talarico will win the Democratic primary for US Senate in Texas, CNN’s Decision Desk projects, placing a once little-known state legislator at the top of the party’s ticket for the general election in November.
5 takeaways from the Texas and North Carolina 2026 primary kickoff
Polling place drama unfolded in the closely watched Texas Democratic Senate primary, in which James Talarico did well against Rep. Jasmine Crockett.
Trump has ‘history and precedent’ on his side with Iran strikes, political consultant says
Former California GOP chairwoman Jessica Millan Patterson and political consultant Michelle Backus discuss a number of Democrats’ outrage over ‘Operation Epic Fury’ on ‘Fox News @ Night.’
Jasmine Crockett suggests GOP rigged her Democratic Primary election: 'This is what Republicans like to do'
An emergency Texas Supreme Court ruling scrapped a judge’s order to keep Dallas County polls open later, prompting Rep. Jasmine Crockett to accuse Republicans of rigging the race.
Talarico Defeats Crockett in Texas Senate Democratic Primary
In the GOP contest, Sen. John Cornyn and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton advanced to a runoff in May.
Republican Buckhout will challenge Democrat Davis for U.S. House seat
The recently redrawn eastern North Carolina district is the last remaining competitive U.S. House race in the state.
James Talarico holds slim lead against Jasmine Crockett in Democratic primary for U.S. Senate
Talarico and Crockett, competing for a place on November ballots in Texas, are seeking to give Democrats their first win in a statewide election in more than 30 years.
Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley will advance to a marquee North Carolina matchup for US Senate, CNN projects
Democrat Roy Cooper and Republican Michael Whatley will advance to November’s general election for an open US Senate seat in North Carolina, CNN’s Decision Desk projects, setting up a marquee contest critical for both parties.
Top California Democrat urges lagging candidates for governor to drop out
The response from trailing candidates was swift
5 Things to Know About James Talarico, Democratic Senate Hopeful in Texas
A Presbyterian seminarian, the Democrat has put his faith at the forefront of his political pitch.
Beshear, state leaders push back on proposed student loan cap
Gov. Andy Beshear and other Democratic leaders are calling on the Trump administration to scrap a proposed change to federal student loan eligibility.
How factional primaries could turn a Democratic wave into a trickle
Candidate quality and primary results will determine if the projected Democratic wave strengthens or turns into a trickle.
Texas Senate Primary Election 2026 Live Results
See live results from the 2026 Texas Senate primary election as Republican and Democratic votes are counted by candidate and county.
Steve Scalise rips Democrats for 'playing political games' with DHS shutdown amid Iran threat
As the DHS shutdown hits Day 18, GOP Leader Steve Scalise tells Fox News Digital that "political games" must end to protect the U.S. during heightened tensions with Iran.
Democrats' unity against Trump faces a test after U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran
The fight also revives tensions over Israel and AIPAC in key primaries.
Jasmine Crockett or James Talarico? Democrats Don’t Have an Easy Answer, But They Do Have a Clear One.
The party clearly needs a new path forward, and the Texas duo offers a pair of visions that are compelling—and competing.
Ruben Gallego backs Graham Platner as Democrats split over Maine Senate race
Maine Democrat Graham Platner has picked up another endorsement in his bid to flip a key Senate seat blue. It's another sign of the rift between wings of the Democratic Party.
Showdown over datacenter politics at heart of North Carolina primary
Democratic rematch in Durham-area district draws focus to fight over AI datacenters increasingly shaping US elections
How the IRC supports women’s health amidst crisis in remote regions of the DRC
In times of conflict, women and girls face the greatest risks—violence, exploitation and limited access to essential care. This International Women’s Day, discover how the International Rescue Committee (IRC) is supporting survivors of gender-based violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
James Talarico preaches faith, love, and healing. Do voters actually want that?
Democrats want fighters. A Texas Senate candidate is focused on faith.
GOP, Democrats both face political risks from fast-moving Iran war
Democrats and Republicans on Capitol Hill are scrambling to respond to the fast-developing conflict with Iran that has embroiled several U.S. allies in the Middle East and caused energy prices to s…
Crockett vs. Talarico. Progressive vs. Moderate. Right?
The Texas Democratic Senate primary is more about persona than policy, and the same is true for many other races.
What Tuesday’s big midterm contests will reveal about Trump and Democrats
New congressional maps will debut in Texas and North Carolina as Republicans try to defend their majorities and Democrats hope they can flip both chambers.
Can These Democrats Make Combative Centrism Happen for 2028 Election?
Third Way, the moderate Democratic advocacy group and think tank, has an expansive and expensive plan to shape the 2028 presidential campaign.
Trump's campaign against 'forever wars' hangs over Iran operation: From the Politics Desk
Plus, Democratic veterans of the Iraq war come out swinging against Trump on Iran.
Democrats’ newfound unity faces a test after US and Israeli strikes on Iran
Democrats stay mostly united against President Donald Trump, but the strikes on Iran are starting to reveal some splits in the party
Arizona Sen. Gallego endorses Maine Senate hopeful Graham Platner
Maine Democrat Graham Platner has picked up another Senate endorsement in his bid to flip a key Senate seat blue.
Trump administration drops suits against law firms with ties to Democrats and other Trump foes
The Trump administration has decided to drop its prolonged court fights against four law firms with ties to Democrats, after it had sought and failed to cut out the firms’ access to the federal government as part of an apparent retribution campaign by President Donald Trump.
Democratic Turnout Was High During Early Voting in Texas
More than 1.3 million voters cast ballots in the Democratic primary during the early voting period that ended Friday. Many counties hadn’t yet reported their data.
Ruben Gallego backs Maine Senate hopeful Graham Platner
Maine Democrat Graham Platner has picked up another Senate endorsement in his bid to flip a key Senate seat blue
U.S. Senate candidates in Texas make final pitches ahead of Tuesday primary
Incumbent U.S. Sen. John Cornyn is trying to avoid being the first Republican senator from Texas to lose a primary, and Democrats are hungry to win a Senate race.
California GOP lawmakers are incensed over a gas tax study bill. Rural groups say they need it
As more electric vehicles hit the road, California could collect billions less from gas tax revenue to repair them. But even a bill to study options could be a huge political lift for Democrats.
URI Political Science Professor Skip Mark discusses the definition and measurement of atrocities
Professor Mark recently published a peice in The Conversation titled, “Atrocities take place in democratic nations as well as autocratic ones – our database has logged them all.” The engaging and accessible story discusses how to define, measure, track, and address atrocities around the world and in the US. Link to the story: https://theconversation.com/atrocities-take-place-in-democratic-nations-as-well-as-autocratic-ones-our-database-has-logged-them-all-272879
Democrats to force vote in Congress to limit Trump’s war powers against Iran
Lawmakers are seeking the US president to require congressional approval before further military action against Iran
Graham Platner picks up second U.S. senator endorsement in crucial Maine race
Platner faced early controversy over social media posts and a tattoo. His Democratic opponent, Gov. Janet Mills, has the support of Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-New York).
Five Testy Moments From the Acrimonious Texas Senate Primaries
Ahead of Tuesday’s vote, the Democratic and Republican races have become increasingly personal and contentious.
Hospitals are making cuts after ‘big beautiful bill,’ fueling Democrats’ midterm attacks
In northeast Georgia, a hospital closed its maternity ward. In rural New Hampshire, a community health center shuttered. And in Iowa, a Des Moines hospital system laid off dozens of employees and closed a clinic.
Hospitals are making cuts after ‘big beautiful bill,’ fueling Democrats’ midterm attacks
In northeast Georgia, a hospital closed its maternity ward. In rural New Hampshire, a community health center shuttered. And in Iowa, a Des Moines hospital system laid off dozens of employees and closed a clinic.
Texas primaries could test whether Latino support for GOP is holding after 2024 gains
The GOP made big strides with Latino voters in 2024. Immigration and the economy were key drivers, but two years later, those issues could sway them to back Democrats in primaries happening this week.
Political fighting pervades Texas politicians’ responses to Austin shooting
Days out from the March primary, Republicans called for changes to immigration law. Democrats repeated their calls for stricter gun laws.
Democrats Denounce Trump’s Iran Attack, but Subtle Divisions Emerge
While most Democrats have opposed his decision, their responses reveal differences over Middle East policy and national security that loom over the party’s future.