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Virginia Democrats' redistricting resolution illegal due to technicality, judge finds
The judge also said the Democratic-led legislature failed to follow its own rules in adding the redistricting amendment to a special session, calling that “a blatant abuse of power.”
Virginia Democrats’ redistricting push is dealt a setback by state court
A state court on Tuesday blocked Virginia Democrats’ redistricting effort, delivering a setback to the party’s plans to redraw congressional lines ahead of November’s midterm elections.
Bill boosting student volunteers at polls rolls on in Senate
Children are the future ... of Florida's democratic process.
Senate Dems demand immigration enforcement reforms before funding DHS : The NPR Politics Podcast
Congress may be headed toward a partial government shutdown. After a federal immigration officer fatally shot Alex Pretti last weekend in Minneapolis, Senate Democrats say they won’t vote to fund the Department of Homeland Security without changes to how the federal government enforces immigration laws. We discuss what Democrats want, what Republicans are offering, and the political risks of another government shutdown. This episode: senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, congressional reporter Sam Gringlas, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Trump has a new problem in Minneapolis — a GOP-appointed judge
The Trump administration on Monday bowed to increasing pressure to change up its immigration crackdown in Minneapolis, after a second person was killed by federal agents. The White House replaced Greg Bovino with Tom Homan on the ground and signaled a more cooperative tone with local Democrats.
On Immigration, the G.O.P. Finds Itself in a Shocking Place: On Defense
Since President Trump’s rise, the issue has been a strength for the party. But now, after the chaos in Minnesota, Democrats see an opening and some Republicans worry that Mr. Trump is going too far.
Sen. John Fetterman asks Trump to fire DHS chief Kristi Noem
The Democratic lawmaker known for his independent voting record and willingness to work with the GOP slammed Noem as "betraying" the agency.
Fight over US healthcare subsides stuck on familiar snag: abortion
Republicans refuse to move forward without further restrictions on abortion coverage – Democrats say that’s a non-starter
Alexander Vindman, whistleblower behind Donald Trump's first impeachment, launches Senate campaign
The Democrat enters a growing field of challengers to Ashley Moody.
Impeachment witness Alex Vindman runs for U.S. Senate in Florida
The retired Army officer who testified during Trump’s first impeachment is jumping into electoral politics as a Democrat in a state Republicans have recently dominated.
Democrats have continuously sided with criminal illegal aliens, political strategist says
Legal and political strategist Katie Zacharia discusses President Donald Trump’s reaction to the CBP-involved Minneapolis shooting and his push to end sanctuary city policies on ‘Fox News @ Night.’
Dean Cain defends federal immigration agents who killed Alex Pretti, blames Democratic leaders
Dean Cain is coming to the defense of federal immigration agents involved in the killing of ICU nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis, saying Pretti 'wasn't there just being a peaceful protester.'
White House shows first signs of retreat as backlash grows over Minnesota killing
President Donald Trump on Monday showed his first signs of retreat since surging federal immigration agents in Minnesota late last year — replacing the leader of the crackdown on the ground and signaling new willingness to cooperate with the state’s Democratic elected officials.
Gregory Bovino Gets Demoted
The Border Patrol chief was the public face of a traveling immigration crackdown on cities governed by Democrats.
The shootings in Minneapolis are upending the politics of immigration in Congress
Democrats have awakened to what they see as a moral moment for the country.
New Orleans leaders, congressional Democrats condemn Trump’s anti-immigrant campaign
The hearing follows ICE killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. It's one of several the group of Democratic Congress members plans to hold across the country to hear from immigrant and civil rights advocates and call attention to the treatment of people during the crackdowns.
Scott Wiener on track to win party endorsement in S.F. House race
Delegates overwhelmingly supported him over his top Democratic rivals in an online vote over the weekend.
Another shutdown appears likely after Minnesota shooting prompts revolt by Democrats
The standoff has also revealed fractures among GOP lawmakers, who have called for a federal and state investigation into the shooting and congressional hearings.
House Democrats hear testimony in New Orleans on 'Catahoula Crunch' immigration raids
Democrats on the U.S. House Homeland Security Committee used a hearing in New Orleans to excoriate Republican colleagues for failing to do more to rein in federal immigration raids.
Lawmakers exploring options for DHS bill in critical week for government funding talks
Senate Democrats and Republicans are weighing how to move forward on funding the Department of Homeland Security and other federal agencies after another deadly shooting by a federal officer in Minneapolis, according to sources familiar with the matter.
Will the government shut down again? What we know before Jan. 30 deadline
After the most recent fatal shooting by federal agents, Democrats are rejecting a DHS funding provision. It could shut the government down.
Roy Cooper is at the Forefront of Democrats’ Longshot Bid to Flip the Senate. But What Do Voters Think of Him at Home?
The former North Carolina governor may not be the future of the Democratic party, but he might just help Democrats flip a critical seat.
Miller, Noem Dig In on Immigration Tactics, but Political Reckoning Is Coming
Plus, Democrats’ demands on homeland security might bring a shutdown, and Republicans deal with a razor-thin House majority,
In Memphis, Federal Crime Task Force Keeps Residents on Edge
Support from Republican state leaders for the crime-fighting operation — and to an extent, from the city’s Democratic mayor — has kept tensions to an uneasy simmer.
The Gen Z gender divide in politics
I fear as Gen Z becomes older, there will be less social cohesion and greater risks to democratic consensus.
Political fallout grows after Minnesota shooting
With lawmakers in Congress divided after Saturday’s fatal shooting involving federal officers in Minneapolis, Democrats are now threatening to vote against funding the Department of Homeland Security, as a deadline to fund the government looms, threatening a potential shutdown. NBC News’ Monica Alba reports.
Man City keep tabs on Alexander-Arnold
Manchester City are keeping tabs on Trent Alexander-Arnold, Liverpool get positive response after approaching Xabi Alonso, Chelsea recall Aaron Anselmino from Borussia Dortmund loan, plus more.
DC Delegate Holmes Norton files to end her reelection campaign
Eleanor Holmes Norton, the longtime nonvoting delegate for Washington, DC, moved Sunday to end her House reelection campaign as the 88-year-old Democrat faces questions about her fitness for office.
Protesters demand immigration agents leave Minneapolis after man is shot and killed during crackdown
Democrats threaten government shutdown if Trump doesn't back off ICE raids.
Science & Medicine: Studying the chemical miscommunication that may lead to obesity
The chemical cross-communication between the guts and other organs that occurs when a person metabolizes nutrients begins before we open our mouths, when we see or smell food. The answer to why some people develop obesity, diabetes, and other metabolic disorders, and why some people respond so well to medicines like Ozempic, might lie in those signals. UT Health San Antonio endocrinologist Dr. Marzieh Salehi is studying that communication in patients with spinal cord injury.
Democratic congressman punched in racist attack at Sundance film festival
Maxwell Alejandro Frost says attacker ‘told me Trump was going to deport me’ as police say suspect arrested
Senate Democrats will block key funding package, citing aggressive tactics
The announcement from Senate Minority Leader Charles E. Schumer (D-New York) came hours after Border Patrol agents shot and killed a man in Minneapolis.
Senate Democrats threaten partial government shutdown over DHS funding after Minnesota shooting
Democrats will block a government spending bill following the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis man by a Border Patrol agent, the Senate minority leader said Saturday – dramatically increasing the chances of a partial government shutdown next week.
Schumer: Democrats will block funding unless $64.4bn for homeland security removed
Announcement comes as anger toward DHS – which oversees ICE – intensifies after Alex Pretti fatally shot
Videos show deadly Minneapolis shooting and political leaders reach different conclusions
Videos quickly emerged Saturday showing the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis protester by a Border Patrol agent, with Democratic leaders in Minnesota saying the footage showed the deadly encounter was the result of untrained federal officers overreacting and the Trump administration saying the man...
Crockett, Talarico take on affordability, ICE and Trump during Texas primary debate
The Democratic U.S. Senate candidates weighed in on everything from foreign policy and the recent U.S. military actions in Venezuela to healthcare costs and whether they'd support raising taxes on billionaires.
Democrats Running for U.S. Senate in Texas Call for Overhaul of ICE
In a debate, Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico differed in their political styles but agreed that violent immigration agents needed to be held to account.
Takeaways from the first Texas Senate Democratic primary debate
The first debate in the Texas Senate Democratic primary on Saturday revealed few policy differences between US Rep. Jasmine Crockett and state Rep. James Talarico. The contrast was instead between their styles and the approaches each would take to try to flip a Republican-held seat. No Democrat has won a statewide election in Texas in more than three decades.
Ranking Member Lofgren Condems Climate Working Group Sham
The House Committee on Science, Space and Technology
How a court win could help the Democrats pick up a House seat in New York
A judge’s decision to toss out the boundaries of the only Republican-held congressional district in New York City could help Democrats notch a win in the national redistricting wars — but for now, the outcome remains uncertain
HHS regional director touts administration’s ‘Make America Health Again’ agenda in OC
Victoria Seaman, a regional director for the federal department, visited Southern California and Sacramento to advocate for various health policies.
Viral moments: What James Talarico and Jasmine Crockett both get about politics in 2026
The two hopefuls for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate have bolstered their careers and raised their profiles across YouTube, Instagram and other social media platforms.
Trump lawyers urge Supreme Court to block California's new election map while upholding Texas'
Texas hopes to elect five more Republicans to Congress, while California would like five more Democrats.
Want to Fight for Science? Look to South Dakota. No, Really.
Nature this week offers a series of terrifying, interactive graphs detailing the Trump Administration’s Idiocratic War on Science. Not only has it butchered federal scientific research grants, but as you can see in this graphic, it has hollowed out the federal scientific workforce – the dedicated professionals who develop data to allow for science-informed policy … Continue reading "Want to Fight for Science? Look to South Dakota. No, Really."
'Pick an office, any office’: For California Democrats, any job will do
Several candidates are moving to undercard contests or local elections to maintain a semblance of power.
Whole Hog Politics: Democrats find ‘reform’ a better rejoinder than ‘democracy’
[Watch Whole Hog Politics live: Join our live online audience on Jan. 30 and ask your questions to Chris Stirewalt and host Bill Sammon. Click here to join u…
Democrats Ditch Bill Clinton and Contempt Crisis Looms
Plus, Elon Musk dives back into U.S. politics, JD Vance visits Minneapolis and how Congress ceded war powers to President Trump
Viral moments: What James Talarico and Jasmine Crockett both get about politics in 2026
The two hopefuls for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate have bolstered their careers and raised their profiles across YouTube, Instagram and other social media platforms.
Autocracy in America: Defund Science
It’s not just about cuts to research. It’s about power.
Thune comes under GOP pressure to bypass Democrats on health care
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) is coming under increasing pressure from Senate Republican colleagues to bring health care legislation to the Senate floor amid fears of a Democratic wave…
Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico Face Off in a Texas Senate Primary Campaign
Two of the Democrats’ rising stars, Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico, are seeing if a red state should be won courting disaffected Republicans or focusing on the party’s base.
A Senate Primary in Texas Tests the Future of Democratic Politics
Two of the Democrats’ rising stars, Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico, are seeing if a red state should be won courting disaffected Republicans or focusing on the party’s base.
These 3 Policy Moves Are Likely To Change Health Care for Older People
Two Trump administration regulatory rollbacks affect nursing home staffing and home care workers, and a new AI experiment in Medicare has alarmed eldercare advocates and congressional Democrats.
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage readers of all political stripes. Here's an offering of the best of this week's crop, picked fresh off the Toonosphere. Edited by Matt Wuerker.
Trump's Weaponization of the Department of Justice to Bring Political Investigations and Indictments Threatens our Democratic System
Given the political chaos that now exists from the “flood the zone” approach of the Trump Administration, it is easy to be only dimly aware.
Health insurance CEOs grilled on high costs of care in back-to-back House hearings
During the hearings, Republicans and Democrats also blamed each other for soaring health care costs.
Exclusive: Pelosi privately blasts Democrats for vote to hold Clintons in contempt in Epstein probe
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi was disappointed after nearly half of the House Oversight Committee’s Democrats voted Wednesday to hold Bill and Hillary Clinton in contempt of Congress for defying subpoenas in its Jeffrey Epstein investigation. And on Thursday, she let them know it.
Frustration over U.S. health costs erupts at congressional hearing
Democrats and Republicans are divided on many things, but they joined in pillorying health care executives at a committee hearing on Thursday.
House approves final spending bills as Democrats denounce ICE funding
The four bills now move to the Senate, with final passage needed next week before a Jan. 30 deadline to avoid a partial government shutdown
'It's not about party for me': Dem rancher Russell Cleveland rejects identity politics, PAC money, celebrity endorsements
"It's not about party for me. I think that's how I can represent both Republicans and the Democratic side," — Democratic candidate Russell Cleveland.
Republicans narrowly reject efforts to handcuff Trump's war powers in Venezuela
House Republicans grapple with a bipartisan war powers resolution restricting Trump's military authority in Venezuela, despite the Democratic push for limits.
‘Expertise’ shouldn’t be a bad word – expert consensus guides science and society
Expertise comes with training, experience and accreditation. And expert consensus is the best guide modern democracies have for making decisions about complicated challenges.
‘Expertise’ shouldn’t be a bad word – expert consensus guides science and society
Expertise comes with training, experience and accreditation. And expert consensus is the best guide modern democracies have for making decisions about complicated challenges.
Samuel Vilchez Santiago lands endorsements from Jerry Demings, Buddy Dyer in HD 43 race
The former Orange County Democratic Chair says he has a coalition of support behind him.
This Democratic Socialist running for Congress wants to abolish ICE and help Utah workers
Luis Villarreal, a self-described Democratic Socialist and son of immigrants, brings the field of Democrats running for Congress to seven.
US politics live: immigration crackdown continues with Democrats set to reject ICE funding bill
Operations continue in Minnesota and Somali communities are being targeted in Maine
Democrat Missy Hughes pledges surge in home building, new businesses
Democratic gubernatorial candidate Missy Hughes released an economic agenda tht ties new business growth, job training and home building.
Rahm Emanuel steers a course between 'monopolists' and 'Marxists'
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with longtime Democrat Rahm Emanuel about politics in the Trump era.
Late-night and daytime talk shows must offer equal time for candidate interviews, FCC says
Democratic Commissioner Anna Gomez said the guidance contrasts with the FCC's longstanding view that such programs are entitled to editorial discretion based on newsworthiness, not political favoritism.
Gavin Newsom is a ‘beautiful shapeshifter’ in politics: Caroline Downey
'The Bottom Line' panelists Caroline Downey and Brianna Lyman criticize California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s trip to Davos and sound the alarm on a Democratic governor’s ‘bait and switch’ on ‘The Bottom Line.’
Trump revels in Davos about making the rich even richer
After it was announced that California Gov. Gavin Newsom would share his views on President Donald Trump at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, this week, MAGA influencer Katie Miller derided the Democrat for his presence at the event frequented by wealthy businessmen.
House Panel Votes to Hold Clintons in Contempt in Epstein Inquiry
The votes by the Oversight Committee were bipartisan, though many Democrats said the charges were extreme given Bill and Hillary Clinton’s willingness to answer questions.
House takes step closer to referring Clintons for criminal charges with Democratic support
House Republicans vote to advance contempt votes against Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton for refusing to comply with congressional subpoenas in the Jeffrey Epstein investigation.
OpenAI CFO defends ads in ChatGPT as ‘strong business model’
One of OpenAI’s top executives defended the company’s addition of ads to its popular chatbot ChatGPT as a way to democratize access to artificial intelligence.
After Minneapolis crackdown, Democrats confront political vulnerabilities to battle Trump on immigration
Democrats are trying to translate visceral outrage into political strategy, even though there's little consensus on how to press forward on issues where the party has recently struggled to earn voters' trust.
OpenAI CFO Defends Ads in ChatGPT as ‘Strong Business Model’
One of OpenAI’s top executives defended the company’s addition of ads to its popular chatbot ChatGPT as a way to democratize access to artificial intelligence.
Bills coach search names start to surface in early reports
Names have begun to surface as the Bills begin the interview process to replace Sean McDermott as head coach. Here's what we know.
Michele Tafoya Announces Senate Run in Minnesota
Ms. Tafoya, once a sideline reporter for N.F.L. games, has more recently turned her focus to Republican politics. She is seeking an open seat now held by a Democrat.
After Minneapolis, Democrats confront political vulnerabilities to battle Trump on immigration
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats had planned to campaign in the midterm elections on affordability and health care, two issues where Americans are particularly unhappy with President Donald Trump.
After Minneapolis, Democrats confront political vulnerabilities to battle Trump on immigration
Democrats are rethinking their midterm election strategy due to the controversial immigration crackdown in Minnesota
After Minneapolis, Democrats Confront Political Vulnerabilities to Battle Trump on Immigration
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats had planned to campaign in the midterm elections on affordability and health care, two issues where Americans are particularly unhappy with President Donald Trump. But the aggressive immigration crackdown in Minnesota, including the killing of an American mother during a ...
Democrat heads to runoff in Republican-heavy Macon area Georgia Senate seat
A crowded state Senate special election in a Republican stronghold has again resulted in a Democratic candidate securing a spot in next month’s runoff.
Hundreds in Seattle, Olympia rally to show Trump ‘we are not powerless’
About 700 people turned out for a pair of rallies Tuesday afternoon in Seattle and Olympia, raising their voices against the "fear of losing our democracy."
Former sports reporter Michele Tafoya files to run for U.S. Senate in Minnesota
Michele Tafoya is seeking the open seat being vacated by retiring Democratic Sen. Tina Smith.
Wes Moore targets Maryland’s only GOP congressman with redistricting, but a powerful Democrat stands in his way
A commission convened by Maryland’s Democratic Gov. Wes Moore recommended a new congressional map Tuesday that targets the state’s lone Republican in the US House.
House panel approves bill to expand James Uthmeier's power to target physicians
Democrats fear giving the Attorney General more power after the Hope Florida scandal.
TV Talk: Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson pitches city as business refuge
The Republican mayor credits Dallas’ policing and business climate for attracting companies from Democratic-run cities, a link others say oversimplifies...
Why do Alabama schools need Commandments our politicians don’t follow?
Blessed are the hypocrites, for they shall inherit the Education Policy Committee.
The dramatic, and unusual, Oval Office moments from the first year of Trump 2.0
From an explosive sit-down with the leader of war-torn Ukraine to an unexpectedly friendly meeting with a Democratic socialist mayor-elect, the Oval Office has hosted some of the most dramatic moments of President Donald Trump’s first year back in office.
Inside Democrats’ dilemma over how to battle Trump in fight to control Congress
When a rogue House Democrat surprised his own party with an impeachment vote against President Donald Trump last month, drama quickly rippled through the rank-and-file.
Opinion | To Beat White Identity Politics, End Democratic Racial Politics
The way Democrats invoke race in politics is making it difficult to face off with an increasingly white nationalist G.O.P.
President Trump Will Get a Third Term Even If He Doesn’t Want One
Trumpism will shadow the next president, even if that is a Democrat.
Republicans will be hard-pressed to pass Trump’s ‘Great Healthcare Plan’
A lack of Democratic cooperation and strict Senate rules threaten the legislative viability of the White House framework.
A phone on SF's Valencia Street aims to address the political divide through conversation
A social experiment is underway on the streets of San Francisco, aimed at connecting a country that at times seems so far apart. It all starts with picking up the phone.
Central Florida Democrats urge Disney to investigate restaurant owner
Democrats want Disney to investigate a restaurant group operating on its resort property.
The Democrats’ 2028 calendar fight: 12 states apply for a spot at the front of the line
Democrats are kicking off the process of setting their 2028 presidential primary calendar this month, after 12 states submitted applications to lead the process.
Trump asserts Ilhan Omar should be jailed or booted to Somalia
President Donald Trump declared in a Truth Social post that Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota should be placed in jail or sent to Somalia.
Bills season crushed by endless injuries from camp to finale
From training camp right to the very end of their season, injuries crushed the Buffalo Bills in 2025.
The Disconnected Present: Neoliberal Fascism and the Politics of Erasure
In this political climate, outrage is incessantly manufactured and then swiftly displaced, replaced by the next shock before the public can assemble the fragments into a coherent political picture. Each incident appears as an isolated rupture rather than as part of an unfolding structure of power, severed from the conditions that produce it and from the larger architecture of domination it sustains. This fragmentation is not accidental. It is a calculated strategy to drain meaning from public life, exhaust critical attention, and foreclose any sustained democratic reckoning or resistance. In the age of escalating fascism and a nihilistic worship of greed and raw power, American politics has devolved into a theater of violence aligned with a ceaseless stream of spectacles severed from history and emptied of systemic meaning.