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Why the GOP’s voter fraud theories in California don’t make sense
The last week has brought the largest resurgence of election denialism since the aftermath of the 2020 election. Many on the right have cried foul over late shifts toward Democrats in results from California’s June 2 primary.
Live Results: Nevada midterm primaries
Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo will face six Republican challengers in a state primary on Tuesday, while six Democrats will compete for the nomination to reclaim the seat in November.
Democrats Accuse Republicans of Meddling in Maine’s Second Congressional District Primary
A mysterious group has spent $500,000 to elevate a progressive candidate in the Democratic primary race for a key House seat.
Republicans try to extend winning streak in South Carolina as Graham seeks fifth term
Democrats in both gubernatorial and Senate primaries have criticized what they see as failures of South Carolina's GOP-dominated leadership.
Saving Great Salt Lake key issue in Utah’s House District 21 primary race
Democrats Aaron Wiley and Stephen Otterstrom are vying to replace Rep. Sandra Hollins in the Utah House of Representatives.
Inside Iowa Politics: Potential 2028 presidential candidate’s advice to Democrats
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear offered advice to Democrats on how to talk with voters.
Inside Iowa Politics: Potential 2028 presidential candidate’s advice to Democrats
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear offered advice to Democrats on how to talk with voters.
‘Discipline, integrity, and outstanding judgement’: Ben Diamond backs Leela Gray in CD 13
While several Democrats are still running in CD 13, Gray’s path to the nomination got a little clearer last month.
Rep. Thanedar Introduces Bill to Crack Down on Misleading and Political DHS Communications
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Can Democrats take the Senate? Maine voters may provide a clue
Democrat Graham Platner appears likely to become the party's nominee against Sen. Susan Collins. Platner has been accused of engaging in volatile behavior with women, among other controversies.
Democratic Group Kicks Off $50 Million Midterm Blitz in Conservative Strongholds
American Bridge is hoping that Republicans are vulnerable in parts of the country that had been exceedingly tough terrain for Democrats in recent elections.
Opinion | Democrats are too focused on racial disparities
The country lives, works, and loves across racial lines — it’s time to build on that reality.
New Jersey Democrats advance bill criminalizing interference with abortion, transgender healthcare
New Jersey Assembly committee advances bill that would criminalize interference with abortion services and transgender healthcare access statewide.
New Jersey Democrats advance bill criminalizing interference with abortion, transgender healthcare
New Jersey Assembly committee advances bill that would criminalize interference with abortion services and transgender healthcare access statewide.
Will Graham Platner cost Democrats the Senate?
The populist candidate is facing a series of scandals
Should personal scandals matter at the ballot box?
How much do democrats really care about questions of character for potential political leaders? And in an era of hyper-polarization… has the calculus changed?
Months after the Minnesota ICE surge, the backlash is driving a Senate primary
Progressive activists have rallied behind Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, while Rep. Angie Craig has warned that Democrats could lose the seat if they nominate a candidate too far left.
Why are so many Democrats going quiet on climate change?
The conventional wisdom says it's a losing issue. Evidence suggests it actually helps Democrats win elections.
Forget corruption: From Graham Platner to Ken Paxton, both parties embrace the politics of hypocrisy
Democrats and Republicans both overlook scandals in their own candidates, from Graham Platner's allegations in Maine to Ken Paxton's history in Texas.
These People Handpicked Graham Platner. He’s Now Democrats’ Biggest Risk.
Rep. Mace: Democrats voted to release the Epstein files but are defending Platner
Rob Sand to rally in Iowa governor bid with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear as Democrats eye a flip
Rob Sand will rally a crowd for the first time as the official Democratic nominee for Iowa governor on Sunday, kicking off a countdown to November with the support of Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear.
Bennet wants to be Colorado’s next governor
U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet is considered the front-runner in the Colorado Democratic Party primary contest for governor. His major opponent is current Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser. The Democratic primary election is June 30. Registered Democrats and unaffiliated voters who choose to can vote in this election. Ballots are being mailed out starting Monday. Michael F. Bennet, 61, was born in New Delhi, India, where his father […]
These 3 Democrats want to replace Nate Blouin in the Utah Senate
As Nate Blouin vies to head to Washington to represent Utah's new left-leaning 1st Congressional District, three Democrats are competing to replace him in state Senate District 13.
Rob Sand to rally in Iowa governor bid with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear as Democrats eye a flip
Rob Sand will rally a crowd for the first time as the official Democratic nominee for Iowa governor on Sunday
Rob Sand to rally in Iowa governor bid with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear as Democrats eye a flip
Rob Sand will rally a crowd for the first time as the official Democratic nominee for Iowa governor on Sunday.
Rob Sand to rally in Iowa governor bid with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear as Democrats eye a flip
Rob Sand will rally a crowd for the first time as the official Democratic nominee for Iowa governor on Sunday.
Rob Sand to rally in Iowa governor bid with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear as Democrats eye a flip
Rob Sand will rally a crowd for the first time as the official Democratic nominee for Iowa governor on Sunday.
Rob Sand to Rally in Iowa Governor Bid With Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear as Democrats Eye a Flip
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Rob Sand will rally a crowd for the first time as the official Democratic nominee for Iowa governor on Sunday, kicking off a countdown to November with the support of Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear. The race for governor between Sand and Republican Zach Lahn stands to be one of ...
Beau Bayh wins Democratic secretary of state nomination. How will he fare in November?
Bayh's victory was boosted by a gargantuan fundraising haul and a name that evokes nostalgia for when Democrats held power in the state.
The Bidens Return With New Book and South Dakota Speech Targeting Trump
The re-emergence of the former first family has been fraught for some Democrats who just want to move on.
Black Florida Democrats condemn Wasserman Schultz’s decision to run in 20th district
More Republicans are breaking with Trump. Is it conscience or politics?
Congressional Democrats say GOP majority is unraveling, but moves may in fact be aimed at retaining power
Decker Warns Democrats Hold Outsized Power in 18–17 Senate Split
Twenty-Five Years Ago This Week: “The Colorado state Senate and the U.S. Senate are quite similar at this point,” wrote state Rep. Richard Decker, R-Fountain. “The 18-17 divide in Colorado doesn’t look significant numerically, but it grants Democrats a huge say in what happens with legislation.” Decker said that if the prospect were reversed, and […]
Jill Biden’s book tour reopens wounds, sparks Biden-world infighting
The former first lady’s memoir has made some Democrats frustrated at relitigating the 2024 presidential election and her treatment of a once loyal White House aide.
The Messy Rise of Graham Platner
The Maine oyster farmer’s dark years are a mounting liability for Democrats in their quest to gain control of the Senate.
‘What else do we have?’ Maine Democrats signal they’ll stick with Graham Platner, some with regret
Graham Platner is still likely to win Maine’s Democratic Senate nomination in Tuesday’s primary — but some voters in the state who once were excited by his campaign now say they’ll hold their noses while casting their ballots after a series of negative reports about his personal behavior.
Bill Pulte: Trump enforcer turned spy chief
Both Democrats and Republicans oppose Trump’s pick
How Graham Platner’s scandals are putting Democrats’ best Senate pick-up opportunity at risk
Senate blocks extending key surveillance program following backlash over Trump pick to lead intel
Some Republicans joined Democrats in the 47-52 vote against a procedural motion that would have set up a final vote on the extension next week, complicating efforts to extend the critical program before it expires on June 12.
Democrats are increasingly frustrated with Graham Platner in Maine Senate race
The Maine race is considered crucial to Democrats’ hopes of flipping the Senate, but Platner’s web of controversies is overshadowing other issues.
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House Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone Jr. (D-NJ) and Senate Finance Committee Ranking Member Ron Wyden (D-OR) today released their latest report monitoring the terrible impact of Donald Trump and Republicans’ health care agenda, with a focus on the fallout of the Republican Big Ugly Bill.
Five Dems in June 23 primary for Lawler seat make their closing case
The five Democrats in a June 23 primary for New York's 17th Congressional District pitched their prospects to unseat GOP Rep. Mike Lawler this fall
$70B for ICE or 7M new homes? Eyeing midterms, Democrats turn the screws on the GOP
In a marathon voting session, Senate Democrats forced Republicans to bat down a litany of measures, including housing affordability plans.
Senate blocks extending surveillance program following backlash over intel pick
Six Republicans joined nearly all Democrats in opposing the measure, which would have set up a final vote next week
Democrats’ midterm ‘blue wave’ dreams face an icy challenge
Negative partisanship rules as voters mildly like their own party but detest the opposition.
Graham Platner to hold rally as scandals shake up campaign
Platner, an oyster farmer and progressive activist, is key to the Democrats' hopes to take back the U.S. Senate this year as the party needs him to defeat longtime Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
Democrats use hearing to slam new EPA science office
An EPA senior scientist served as Trump administration's sole witness on the agency's research programs.
Senate passes $70 billion in new funds for ICE, Border Patrol
The Senate voted 52-47 to approve the legislation, with no support from Democrats.
A hard-charging Michigan liberal dampens Democrats’ hopes of retaking Senate
Abdul El-Sayed, who is leading in many polls, is unapologetically progressive. Democratic leaders fear he could cost the party in November.
Democrats spar over big tech during debate for coveted congressional district in Manhattan
Democrats competing over a coveted congressional district in Manhattan have slugged it out during a heated debate
House passes Ukraine aid, Russia sanctions as GOP bucks Trump on foreign policy
Eighteen Republicans sided with Democrats to authorize billions in aid to Ukraine.
House approves Ukraine aid and Russian sanctions, defying Trump and GOP leaders
More than a dozen GOP lawmakers defied their own leadership — and President Donald Trump — by voting with Democrats to approve a major bill to deliver billions of dollars in aid to Ukraine while imposing steep sanctions on Russia.
Four Senate Republicans again unite with Dems to block Trump's SAVE America Act
Four Senate Republicans joined Democrats to kill the SAVE Act voter ID amendment for a second time, blocking it from the budget reconciliation package.
Trump’s Fraud Claims in California Could Undermine Confidence in November Result
The president is claiming without evidence that the lengthy counting process in California, which could help determine control of Congress, means Democrats are stealing the election.
Senate Republicans reject first effort to fully kill 'anti-weaponization' fund
Senate Democrats wanted to attach a measure to fully kill what critics are calling a \
EXCLUSIVE VIDEO: Dems face major defeat after party ‘missed the cue’ in top targeted district: candidate
Republican Eric Flores says Democrats have missed the cue with Hispanic voters in Texas District 34, citing faith, family values, and cost of living.
NC House Democrats propose 3 judicial constitutional amendments
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We Interrupt This Knicks Victory for a Political Ad Starring Mamdani
Mayor Zohran Mamdani lent his political star power to an unusual TV ad promoting three Democrats running for House seats in New York City.
Democrats and Republicans slam arrest of Ohio's 'The Rooster' blogger
Even politicians who dislike The Rooster are denouncing the arrest of blogger D.J. Byrnes, with some calling the move censorship.
Cal Thomas: Politics and failure
Politics is the only profession of which I am aware in which competence doesn’t seem to matter. One can fail miserably; one can be corrupt and one can get away with crimes that if committed by someone outside of elective office, arrest, prosecution and a stint in jail would be the result. Yet politicians, Democrats […]
Democrats choose candidate to challenge missing GOP congressman
House passes resolution for first time to halt military action against Iran in rebuke of Trump
The House approved a war powers resolution that would halt the U.S. military action against Iran, defying the president as a handful of Republicans joined with Democrats to end the three-month-long war that has reordered politics at home and abroad.
Ohio Medicaid fraud discussed in House hearing
During the hearing, Republicans repeatedly blamed Medicaid fraud in Ohio on immigrants, specifically from Somalia and Bhutan, while Democrats accused Republicans of trying to score political points on immigration to distract from greater corruption in the Trump administration.
Ohio Medicaid fraud discussed in House hearing
During the hearing, Republicans repeatedly blamed Medicaid fraud in Ohio on immigrants, specifically from Somalia and Bhutan, while Democrats accused Republicans of trying to score political points on immigration to distract from greater corruption in the Trump administration.
MAHA candidate beats Trump's choice in Republican primary for Iowa governor
The narrow upset Tuesday revealed cracks in President Donald Trump's coalition in the deep-red state, encouraging Democrats who are hopeful they can flip control of the governor's office this year.
New Jersey Democrats pick Navy veteran Rebecca Bennett to face absent GOP Rep. Tom Kean Jr.
Bennett’s victory over three other Democrats on Tuesday sets up the state’s premier contest in November, when the party hopes it can flip the onetime Republican stronghold that has proven competitive in recent years.
Republicans defy Johnson to advance Democrat-backed Ukraine aid
House Democrats scored a rare win as lawmakers voted to advance a bipartisan Ukraine aid package with new military assistance and Russia sanctions.
North Hempstead town board rejects bid to strip politics from social media posts, mailers
Democrats and Republicans have sparred over including national political discourse on the town level.
Six Questions Out of Tuesday’s Big Primaries in California, Iowa and Elsewhere
Who will run California? Can Democrats win Iowa? Here’s what happened, and what might be next.
Trump suffers rare House defeat as bipartisan vote moves to withdraw troops from Iran conflict
The House voted to curb Trump's war powers in Iran after Democrats and several Republicans bucked the president in a rare bipartisan rebuke of his policy.
Johnson: Democrats ‘playing politics’ with FISA over Pulte appointment
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) lambasted Democrats for suggesting that President Trump’s appointment of Bill Pulte to be acting director of national intelligence could imperil reauthorization of the …
Judge with intimate ties to Dem Party's key Russia Hoax players behind latest anti-Trump decision
Trump accuses Obama-appointed Judge Cooper of conflict of interest over Kennedy Center ruling, citing wife Amy Jeffress' work for Biden and Democrats.
Iowa Senate race shifts toward Democrats after Turek win: Cook Political Report
The Cook Political Report late Tuesday shifted its rating of the Iowa Senate race toward Democrats, moving the needle from “likely Republican” to “lean Republican.” The shift comes after Democrats’…
Centrist Democrats launch new pledge: ‘We are capitalist, not socialist’
A pair of Democratic House members who won Republican-held seats want others to sign a vow for moderate policies.
California primary unresolved as voters choose midterm candidates
Democrats seek to oust Republicans in New Jersey and Iowa, while other major races remain up in the air
COMMENTARY: Politics and failure
Politics is the only profession of which I am aware in which competence doesn't seem to matter. One can fail miserably; one can be corrupt and one can get away with crimes that if committed by someone outside of elective office, arrest, prosecution and a stint in jail would be the result. Yet politicians, Democrats and Republicans, continue to get re-elected.
Opinion | The political center looks different in New England
Senate races in Maine and New Hampshire suggest the region’s Democrats are moving left even as prominent Republicans stake out the political center.
California’s race for governor, other key House primaries remain unsettled as vote count continues
Republican Steve Hilton and Democrats Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer have separated from the pack in the governor’s race. Important House races are still too early to call as well.
A Trump Endorsement Falls Flat: 4 Election Takeaways From Iowa and Beyond
The president’s pick for governor of Iowa lost his primary, while Democrats in the state chose their nominee in what they hope will be a competitive Senate race.
Breaking down New York's proposed redistricting amendment
A constitutional amendment poised for first passage in the New York state Legislature this week could help Democrats gain up to four congressional seats in 2028 if ultimately approved by voters, experts say.
5 things to watch in Tuesday's primaries in California, Iowa and beyond
Democrats are banking on a rare chance to regain ground in Iowa, a rural state that has repeatedly eluded them in recent years. Republicans, meanwhile, are grappling with a New Jersey congressman whose unexplained absence could put their already slim majority at risk.
Iowa Democrats to settle a competitive Senate primary as the party looks to flip GOP seats this fall
President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance have both touched down in Iowa this year to shore up Republican enthusiasm in the state's Senate race.
Rubio spars with Democrats over Ebola outbreak, global health cuts
Secretary of State Marco Rubio fielded criticism from Democrats on Capitol Hill on Tuesday about the impact of the Trump administration’s cuts to global health programs on the response to an Ebola …
Trump-endorsed Hinson secures Iowa Senate nomination as Democrats eye GOP seat
Rep. Ashley Hinson captured the Iowa GOP Senate nomination, advancing to a crucial midterm general election race to succeed retiring Sen. Joni Ernst.
New Jersey Democrats pick opponent in district where U.S. Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has been absent
New Jersey’s 7th District, nestled amid suburban towns and rolling farmland — and including one of President Donald Trump’s golf clubs — is the highest-profile race in the state on Tuesday.
Democrats redrew California's map to counter Trump. The primary tests whether it pays off for them
The party won voter approval last year to redraw the state's congressional map to create five more winnable U.S. House seats. But some Democrats now worry that they could be locked out of the November ballot in one of those districts, near San Diego.
Durbin, Duckworth join calls for top prosecutor to resign after ‘Broadview Six’ fumble
The Illinois Democrats say the Northern District's top federal prosecutor has overseen an office marked by "chaos, deep internal dysfunction, and alleged misconduct."
Will Trump's waning popularity pull down California Republicans? Today's election offers a clue
Democrats seek to oust even more Republicans in California legislative races. Many will move on to November
Live Results: Montana midterm primaries
Montana has not been at the top of the list of seats Democrats hope to flip to regain control of either body, but the retirements do creak open the door for a candidate to possibly take advantage of the state’s independent streak.
Top Democrats compete in wide-open primary for lieutenant governor
Fiona Ma, Josh Fryday, Michael Tubbs and Gloria Romero are the leading candidates for lieutenant governor in the California election.
Democrats running in Utah’s congressional primary share their views on political corruption, water resources
The four Democrats in Utah's 1st Congressional District primary election share views on affordability, water resources and political corruption.
Democrats Must Learn to Talk Sports
Politicians need as much attention as possible, as frequently as possible, while seeming as relatable as possible. A cheat code exists to hit all three objectives.
Tuesday’s wild races for California governor and Los Angeles mayor, and other elections to watch
Six states will hold primaries on Tuesday: California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico and South Dakota. Will a Democrat advance in California’s governor’s race? Can Spencer Pratt advance in the contest for Los Angeles mayor? And who will Iowa Democrats nominate in their push to flip a Senate seat being vacated by Republican Sen. Joni Ernst?
Democrats use profanity to go viral. It won't persuade voters.
The rise of profanity in politics is both a symptom of declining civic culture and a poor political strategy.
New Jersey Democrats pick opponent in district where US Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has been absent
Democrats testing their chances in a right-leaning New Jersey battleground district are picking their nominee in a House primary to take on Republican incumbent Tom Kean Jr., who’s been absent for months from Congress as he deals with an unspecified medical issue
What to watch in Tuesday's primaries as Democrats try to defend California and make inroads in Iowa
California's governor race is lacking star power this year.
New York Democrats push redistricting amendment, joining national battle
The proposed amendment won’t change the Empire State’s House lines in 2026 as local Democrats take a longer-term approach.
New York Democrats eye single redistricting amendment
Initial plans to pass multiple amendments to provide state lawmakers with flexibility to account for changing circumstances when it comes time for second passage next year had been scrapped in favor of a single proposal.
Colorado Democrats slam Tina Peters’ release, while Republicans cheer
Tina Peters, the former Colorado county clerk convicted of breaching her county’s secure voting equipment, drew cheers from fellow Republicans upon her release from prison Monday after Democratic Gov. Jared Polis commuted her sentence. Other state Democrats, however, said remarks the 70-year-old Peters made in an online interview after leaving prison demonstrate that she lacks […]