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GOP wipeout goes from bad to worse as Dems quietly score another major win with big ramifications
Democrats flipped legislative chambers in Wisconsin, Michigan, Arizona and other battleground states, creating trifectas that could reshape redistricting.
Abdul El-Sayed launches Habibi PAC to build Democratic influence
Senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed launched a new leadership political action committee (PAC) named Habibi PAC. Habibi translates to "my friend" or "my beloved" in Arabic.
Politics & Power: GOP redistricting backfires in Florida midterms; Amendment 3 reshapes state’s financial future
Government law attorney Chris Hand joins News4JAX anchor Bruce Hamiltonon this week’s Politics & Power to discuss how Democrats flipped key seats in redrawn districts, a property tax amendment passed with 62% of the vote, and how Florida’s political future just got a lot more complicated.
Dan Patrick backs stripping powers from incoming Democratic lieutenant governor
Outgoing Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick says he supports Republican state senators changing the rules to strip powers from his Democratic successor after losing his reelection bid by nearly 600,000 votes.
Democrats won control in Harrisburg. Here’s what Pennsylvania businesses should watch
Pennsylvania could see new laws around minimum wage, employee protections, and recreational cannabis.
Democrat declares victory over Rep. Lauren Boebert in Colorado
Democrat Eileen Laubacher declared victory in her Colorado race against Rep. Lauren Boebert, a polarizing crusader for the MAGA movement.
Democrats surge in Oregon, expand legislative advantage
Democrats nationwide saw gains in what was largely viewed as a referendum on the president. Oregon was no exception.
Purplish: How the midterms could shake up Colorado politics
Colorado Republicans didn’t think things could get worse for them. During the midterms, they did, with Democrats flipping some congressional and statehouse seats.
Former governor, political journalists will participate in Dole Institute’s 2026 Post Election Conference
A former Kansas governor, national political reporters, and Democratic and Republican strategists are among the panelists who will join the Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics' 2026 Post Election Conference on Dec. 9.
A sober note amid the Democratic jubilation
Democrats are beside themselves in jubilant elation, while much of the rest of the country is simply relieved. Any analysis of last Tuesday’s election starts with the size and scope of Democratic victories. Early this year, blue strategists were wishing for perhaps a pickup of 10 or 15 seats in the House. Senate control requiring […]
State rep. accused of stealing political signs set to face a judge
Democratic state Rep. Anne Hughes is expected to be arraigned on Tuesday after she was accused of stealing political campaign signs in Easton.
State rep. accused of stealing political signs set to face a judge
Democratic state Rep. Anne Hughes is expected to be arraigned on Tuesday after she was accused of stealing political campaign signs in Easton.
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Rafters
The biggest blue wave in 50 years, explained in 7 charts
Here’s how and why Democrats pulled off this historic win.
Richmond's democratic socialists are gaining political power
After helping elect three candidates, the grassroots organization is discussing more challenges to incumbents in 2027 and 2028.
NORC polling takeaways: Arkansans worried about economy, healthcare, data center impact
The midterm election last week handed Democrats historic wins across the country along with moderate gains in Arkansas' statehouse. The results of the election also revealed many of the top issues that drove voters' concerns.
First on CNN: Whistleblowers tell Democrats documents linked to Trump’s construction projects are being destroyed
House Democrats are demanding that the Interior department retain documents related to President Donald Trump’s construction projects around Washington after whistleblowers warned that key paperwork has already been destroyed before Democrats take power, congressional sources tell CNN.
Commentary: The blue tsunami has a message for Virginia Democrats on data centers and campaign finance
Last Tuesday’s historic win for Democrats nationwide may not feel immediately applicable to state-level politics in Virginia, which holds its own elections on odd years rather than syncing them with federal elections. Democrats already enjoy a trifecta in the state, and last week Virginia voters handily endorsed the constitutional amendments the party put forward to secure reproductive rights, marriage equality and voting rights. So Virginia is bluer than ever – but that doesn’t mean next year’s state election will be a romp for Democrats. According to exit polls last week, 53% of voters have unfavorable views of the Democratic party. That’s better than the 59% unfavorable rating for Republicans, but it’s apparent that neither party has a well of good will to draw from.
A trailblazing Indiana Democrat’s next mission: Figuring out how to represent Republicans
J.D. Ford flipped a barn-red district in one of the nation’s most reliably Republican states. Now, like many of his soon-to-be colleagues across the country, the unlikely Democratic midterm winner is thinking about how to keep from becoming a one-term congressman.
The Democratic Party gained power across the country in the midterms. Now what?
Voters handed Democrats the keys to power across the country and expect them to drive in a different direction. Party leaders are now trying to figure out which way to go.
State Democratic wins make Medicaid expansion a possibility for more than a million people
Texas, Georgia, and Wisconsin may expand their Medicaid programs when Democrats take power.
Democrats have gained control in more states. That could change the way the US elects its president
WASHINGTON (AP) — The midterm elections already upended national politics. Due to the number of state governments that have flipped to Democratic control, they also could change the way the U.S. elects a president.
Here are some of the House seats that Democrats didn't expect to win this year
Rep. Richard Hudson of North Carolina, who led the National Republican Congressional Committee, lost his seat this year.
Here are some of the House seats that Democrats didn't expect to win this year
Rep. Richard Hudson of North Carolina, who led the National Republican Congressional Committee, lost his seat this year.
Democrats have gained control in more states. That could change the way the US elects its president
WASHINGTON (AP) — The midterm elections already upended national politics. Due to the number of state governments that have flipped to Democratic control, they also could change the way the U.
Baumgartner wins tight race for Eastern WA seat in US House
U.S. Rep. Michael Baumgartner has won reelection to Washington’s 5th Congressional District seat, in a race that saw a Democratic challenger get the closest to winning the district in more
‘Jesse Watters Primetime’ quizzes Dartmouth College students on political bias
‘Jesse Watters Primetime’ visits Dartmouth College to interview students about their political views, campus culture, faculty political bias, and Democratic socialism on Jesse Watters Primetime.
California voters defeat billionaire tax proposal that divided Democrats
The novel proposal would have charged billionaires a one-time 5% tax on most of their overall wealth, including their ownership in companies.
U.S. midterms bring new focus to weather and science in Washington
Democratic control of Congress changes the equation for science funding and FEMA oversight.
California voters reject new tax on billionaires in a blow to the left
NBC News projects that Proposition 40, which split Democrats in the state and nationally, failed after facing a barrage of attack ads.
Baumgartner wins tight race for Eastern WA seat in U.S. House
U.S. Rep. Michael Baumgartner won reelection to Washington's 5th Congressional District, in a race that saw a Democrat get the closest to winning in decades.
Democrats Are Wasting No Time Investigating Corporate America’s Biggest Names
After Tuesday’s blue wave, congressional leaders are setting deadlines, and companies are lawyering up.
Six Months into Fast-Growing Ebola Outbreak, American Doctor / Global Health Expert Available for Interviews from the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
GOMA, Democratic Republic of Congo, November 10, 2026--TO: All media covering the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and global health emergencies.
Democrats demand answers on Trump’s AI policy amid spy plot
Congressional leaders raise concerns in a letter as Nvidia investigates its chief executive’s affair with a suspected Chinese spy.
Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart reelected to Congress in unexpected close race against political newcomer
He defeated Democrat Nicole Locklin and a third candidate with no-party-affiliation in a race far closer than expected on Election Night.
What federal midterm election results mean for middle market tax policy
RSM US discusses how Democratic wins in the 2026 midterm elections will change the direction of federal tax policy. Learn more.
The List of Possible Democratic Senate Committee Chairs Looks a Bit, Well, Old
Let’s worry about the septuagenarians and octogenarians later. For now, let’s grab some popcorn and watch them get to work.
A Capitol Hill vibe shift: From the Politics Desk
Plus, the Democratic candidates who attracted Trump voters.
Q&A: Michigan’s next House speaker wants ‘transformational’ change
Democrat Ranjeev Puri, the next speaker of the Michigan House, wants to enact bold policies but to bring ‘normalcy’ back to Lansing. Here’s what he told us.
Democrats plan to use new power to rein in Trump's education agenda. But their tools are limited
Democrats in Congress are gearing up to challenge President Donald Trump's education policies, including the dismantling of the U.S. Education Department.
Texas Democrats set sights on 2027 legislative session as bill filing begins
Lawmakers began filing legislation for the 90th Texas Legislature on Monday. Proposals so far include bills to legalize recreational marijuana, repeal school vouchers, change immigration enforcement policies and place new restrictions on data centers.
Lauren Boebert Gets Shown the Door by Colorado Voters
Democrat Eileen Laubacher will replace the Republican whose congressional career made LGBTQ+ people targets and confrontation a calling card.
Texas lieutenant governor supports stripping Democratic successor of powers
Republican Dan Patrick told a conservative radio host that state senators should strip Vikki Goodwin of authority before she replaces him as lieutenant governor.
GOP Rep. Lauren Boebert will lose reelection to Democrat Eileen Laubacher in Colorado, CNN projects
Retired Rear Adm. Eileen Laubacher, a Democrat, will flip Colorado’s 4th District, CNN’s Decision Desk projects, ending conservative firebrand Rep. Lauren Boebert’s tenure in Congress.
Republican Thomas Massie will force impeachment vote on Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth
The effort will likely fail, but Representative Thomas Massie wants to push Trump to fire Hegseth before Democrats can launch their own impeachment process.
Democrats flip Georgia state House, giving them control of at least 12 legislative chambers
Democrats have flipped the Georgia House, giving them new control of at least 12 state legislative chambers across the U.S. when lawmakers are sworn in later this year and early next.
The State of Politics: For First Time in 18 Years, Democrats Control Budget Process
Which legislators will serve on two key committees deciding how to spend $114 billion?
Trump casts doubt on Democrats’ historic midterm wins
President Donald Trump has long made baseless claims about elections being rigged if they did not go in his favor.
Boosting healthcare and ending the Iran war are top of the to-do list for House Democrats once they have majority
The legislative flurry carries enormous stakes for Democrats as they seek to translate their sweeping victories in the midterms into achievements that deliver on their promises to lower the cost of living.
Boosting healthcare and ending the Iran war are top of the to-do list for House Democrats once they have majority
The legislative flurry carries enormous stakes for Democrats as they seek to translate their sweeping victories in the midterms into achievements that deliver on their promises to lower the cost of living.
US Midterm Elections: Democrats Pledge To Lower Health Costs And Revive Research Funding
November’s US midterm elections swept Democrats into power in both the House and Senate, marking a shift in congressional leadership on key health policies.
3 takeaways from Trump's '60 Minutes' interview
President Donald Trump was interviewed on "60 Minutes" after Democrats swept midterm elections. Here are the top takeaways from what he said.
House Democrats flip 4 GOP seats and head to the Roundhouse with a super-majority
By Pat Davis, New Mexico Political Report — New Mexico’s House Speaker Javier Martinez is headed into January’s legislative session with a super-majority of Democrats after a national “blue wave” of votes for Democrats ousted four Republican legislators from the State House. Republican Representative Catherine Cullen of Sandoval County lost in House District 57 to […]
Dan Patrick says GOP senators should strip Vikki Goodwin of power
The outgoing lieutenant governor urged Republican senators on Monday to trim the sails of the Democrat who defeated him in the midterm elections.
From Indiana to Texas: the national anti-data center wave that’s redefining local politics
For the first time since 1974, the Allen County Board of Commissioners will have Democratic representation.
A Democratic Socialist-backed candidate ousted Danny Alvarez, but Alvarez left $626K-plus on the table
Ashley Herrmann was underfunded and ran a minimalist campaign. Did Alvarez phone it in?
Kathy Hochul entertains massive political promotion as Democrats look ahead to 2028
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul says she's open to a 2028 vice presidential run, telling The New York Times she "didn't get to where I am by slamming doors."
Trump says his deportation policy 'might have been too tough' for midterm voters
Trump said that he thinks he can work with Democrats in the new Congress on some kind of immigration deal.
Hakeem Jeffries says Democrats are committed to "holding the crooks accountable" in new Congress
The Latest: Congress returns to a changed Washington
President Donald Trump said he ‘might have been too tough for voters’ on deportations and that he thinks he can work with Democrats on an immigration deal. But Trump and
2 Business Owners Challenge Ald. Daniel La Spata In 1st Ward Race
La Spata seeks his third term and faces Laura Yepez, the 1st Ward committeeperson for the Cook County Democratic Party, and businessman Bill Thanoukos.
SoftBank Corp. might launch its U.S. AI cloud business in other countries first
The mobile carrier's CEO is gauging the effect of the Democratic midterm sweep and rising anti-data center sentiment
‘The cavalry is here’: With Democratic sweep, California plots life after resistance spotlight
Democratic victories across the map expanded the front lines of resistance politics far beyond California.
The Latest: Trump says his deportation policy ‘might have been too tough’ for voters
President Donald Trump said he ‘might have been too tough for voters’ on deportations and that he thinks he can work with Democrats on an immigration deal.
After Silicon Valley spending spree, more moderate Democrats are heading to the Capitol
Big Tech spent big on California Legislature candidates as regulations on data centers and AI loom
Letters to the Editor, Monday, Nov. 9
Press Democrat readers share their praise for progressive politics and more.
Congress returns to a changed Washington after GOP's election wipeout
Congress returns to a changed Washington after Democrats trounced Republicans in the midterm elections.
Section V's Boys Athlete of the Week for Nov. 2-8 presented by Turf Masters: Vote now
Your vote will determine who will be the Turf Masters Boys Sports Athlete of the Week for Nov. 2-8.
Are Democrats’ Stunning Midterm Upsets in Deep-Red States a Blip—or Is Their Map Expanding?
Here's what political experts have to say.
A pink undertow beneath Colorado’s ‘blue tsunami’?
While Colorado's 2026 midterm elections delivered a sweeping victory for Democratic candidates, a very different landscape emerged from statewide ballot measures.
Democratic wins have shifted political landscape for Gavin Newsom
Democrats’ return to power will create new challenges and potential new rivals for California’s governor as he approaches the end of his term.
Protecting health care during the Bundibugyo virus disease response in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo: operational guidance - Democratic Republic of the Congo
Manual and Guideline in English on Democratic Republic of the Congo about Health and Epidemic; published on 9 Nov 2026 by WHO
Public health advice on Bundibugyo virus disease for internally displaced people, refugees and migrants living in camps or camp-like settings - Democratic Republic of the Congo
Manual and Guideline in English on Democratic Republic of the Congo about Health and Epidemic; published on 9 Nov 2026 by WHO
What Democratic wins could mean for health policy, according to Penn expert Ezekiel Emanuel
A Democratic-controlled Congress could try to reverse cuts to health coverage, lower prescription drug costs, and pursue other health priorities. But the president's veto power remains a barrier.
Democrats conquered the statehouses, too. Just look at New England
Some of the biggest Democratic wins on Election Day happened far from Washington.
After midterms, health care costs to be top priority for Democrats
While there will be urgency to pass bills, President Trump quickly reminded Democrats eager to reform the health system that he wields the veto.
The Unfinished Business of American Socialism
For generations, Democrats have borrowed socialism’s most workable ideas. Now Silicon Valley has taken up its dream of a world beyond wage labor.
Backlash against Trump fuels changing political tide in Central Valley
Resilient Republican David Valadao in the San Joaquin Valley can't survive Trump backlash, loses seat to Randy Villegas, a Democrat who ran on economic populism.
Potential impacts Democratic health care proposals on employer-sponsored health care
Summary: Democratic state and federal wins in the midterm elections could lead to Medicaid expansion in some states, and focuses attention on the House Democrats’ memo on health care priorities in the new Congress. Few of these proposals are likely to become law before 2029, but they could form the foundation for Democratic health care reform efforts after the 2028 Presidential election. Portion of total newly eligible for Medicaid if non-expansion states expanded Source: Cervantes, S et al How Many Uninsured Are in the Coverage Gap and How Many Could be Eligible if All States Adopted the Medicaid Expansion? KFF, July 27, 2026 It’s been almost a week since the midterm elections, and the Democrats will have large majorities in both the House of Representatives and the Senate, although not large enough to overcome Senate filibusters or Presidential vetoes. I reviewed some of what I thought these midterm results could mean in a post last week. In retrospect, I might have understated the elections’ impact on health care due to changes in governorship and majorities in many state legislatures. A Democratic trifecta (governorship and both houses) could mean expansion of Medicaid in Wisconsin, and a Democratic governor and House in Texas and Georgia could increase pressure in both states to expand Medicaid. That’s especially important, because Texas currently represents almost half of those who would be newly eligible for insurance from Medicaid expansions. Medicaid expansions matter to employers because they have been shown to decrease the risk of closure of rural hospitals and support workers’ ability to stay employed and productive. The House Democrats’ Cost of Living Healthcare Working Group published an 84-page memo in September with recommendations for the first hundred hours, the first hundred days, and the first year. The midterm results make this document more important. Here’s a review of what some of these recommendations could mean for employer-sponsored health insurance. Elements that could lower employer health care spending Restore the expanded advance premium tax credit for ACA plans. This could bring healthier enrollees back to the marketplace plans, which would improve the risk status of these plans and decrease the rate of uninsurance. Fewer people with insurance puts higher pressures on provider rates of employer plans. More stable ACA plans could encourage employers to consider transitioning from employer-sponsored plans to ICHRA/Choice, providing a fund for employers to purchase their own insurance on an exchange. Repeal Medicaid work requirements and other administrative rules of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act which as written will lead to a large increase in the uninsured rate. Fewer people with insurance leads to more pressures from hospitals for commercial rate increases. Extend Inflation Reduction Act negotiated drug prices to commercial health plans. These are now only applicable to Medicare Parts D (outpatient drugs) and B (drugs administered by providers. The Medicare negotiated prices are lower than net prices negotiated by PBMs. Hospital price limits. Some of the Democratic House proposals would institute site neutral payment and limit outlier hospital prices to 200% of Medicare. The average commercial health plan pays about 247% Medicare rates for inpatient hospital care, and many commercial health plans currently pay over 300% of Medicare for hospital services. PBM regulations. The proposals would mandate more transparency and prevent PBMs from paying subsidiaries more than market rates. Antitrust enforcement. The plan would break up vertically integrated health care monopolies which could lower prices through competition. Ban on non-compete contractual clauses could increase competition by increasing flexibility and supply of clinicians, although it could also increase physician leverage and lead to higher wages which could raise prices. Lower the Medicare eligibility age, which could take older, more expensive, workers off employer sponsored plans. Create a Medi-Kids plan to insure all children and potentially young adults up to age 26. These plan members have low non-preventive utilization and cost less per person than older plan members, but removing children from employer plans would decrease volatility because a few children have very high medical costs. Elements that could increase employer spending (in many instances for high value services) Mandate three primary care and three mental health visits without cost sharing Eliminate cost sharing for mental health care and substance use care during pregnancy and in the year after delivery Require coverage of infertility services Cap cost sharing for insulin, epipen and respiratory inhalers Count copay coupons and assistance toward member deductibles and cost sharing Cap total health care costs (premium and out-of-pocket costs) at 8% of household income Leave a comment Elements that could improve the market Increased price transparency Tightening enforcement of short-term plans, fixed indemnity plans, and cost-sharing ministries. These skimpy health plans skim off healthier people, leaving sicker people on marketplace exchanges and employer-sponsored health plans. Here’s a past post on the perils of cheap insurance. Most of these proposals are likely not to become law in the next two years, but could form the foundation of a Democratic proposal for health care reform in 2029 and beyond. The document does not provide cost estimates for these proposals. Share Thanks for reading! If you found this useful, please share, subscribe, like, and restack. You can find previous posts at this link. Views expressed in Employer Coverage are purely my own. Thanks for reading Employer Coverage ! Subscribe for free to receive new posts and support my work. Subscribe
Centrist Democrats warn party leaders not to ‘go too far’ after midterm wins
Democrats just won what could be their largest House majority in decades. But some battle-tested centrists are already warning their party not to lose it in 2028.
Congress is coming back to Washington. Here's what to expect
Lawmakers are coming back to Washington this week after the midterm elections. Republicans plan to finish work on several outstanding issues before Democrats take control of Congress in January.
Congress is coming back to Washington. Here's what to expect
Lawmakers are coming back to Washington this week after the midterm elections. Republicans plan to finish work on several outstanding issues before Democrats take control of Congress in January.
Democratic lawmakers in Washington state say healthcare funding should be priority for Congress
OLYMPIA – As Democrats prepare to regain control of Congress in January, state and federal lawmakers in Washington have identified reversing billions of dollars in Medicaid funding cuts, which could leave hundreds of thousands of Washingtonians without healthcare coverage, as a top legislative priority.
Congress is coming back to Washington. Here's what to expect
Lawmakers are coming back to Washington this week after the midterm elections. Republicans plan to finish work on several outstanding issues before Democrats take control of Congress in January.
Democrats begin asking: How far can we go on health care?
Many in the party are pushing for Democratic lawmakers to go big on health care, but their dreams may crash into reality.
When is the NFL trade deadline? Date, time and rules for 2026
When is the 2026 NFL trade deadline? Here's the date, 4 p.m. cutoff, what happens afterward and how to follow NFL trades.
PUBLIC NEWS SERVICE: Gen Z, Millennials and a political changing of the guard
By Judith Ruiz-Branch Public News Service Nov. 9, 2026 Nearly a week after the midterm elections, political analysts are still weighing what the results could mean for the future of American politics. National polling showed younger voters and other key groups swung back toward Democrats, while historic election victories and a surge of younger candidates
‘Failure Is Not an Option’: A Cautious Jeffries Vows an Ambitious Agenda
Progressives fed up with the Democratic Party establishment see the leader, a reserved moderate and prodigious fundraiser, as an avatar of the status quo who is beholden to corporate interests.
All INdiana Politics: Indiana Democrats make gains in statewide, congressional and legislative races
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Democrats made major gains in the election, winning two statewide offices, flipping a congressional seat and coming close to control of the Indiana House. Republican leaders and political analysts said the results reflected voter concerns about affordability, the economy and the direction of national politics. Democrats Beau Bayh and Jessica Bailey won […]
4 key ways the Blue Wave will upend science policy
Democrats are poised to take control of Congress, and some are vowing to do more than play defense against the Trump administration's overhaul of federal
Will Democrats Allow Republican Farm Bill that Threatens Health and Environment after Midterm Landslide? - Beyond Pesticides Daily News Blog
(Beyond Pesticides, November 8, 2026) As retiring Democratic leaders in the House and Senate Agriculture Committees huddle with the authors of the Republican Farm Bill to negotiate and fast-track the legislation, over 180 national, state, and local organizations from across the country are asking the negotiators to reject amendments that undermine longstanding public health and environment protections. In a letter to outgoing ranking member of the House Agriculture Committee, Rep. Angie Craig, and outgoing ranking member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, Senator Amy Klobuchar, the groups call the pesticide provisions in the bill “a sweeping set of exemptions, waivers, and revocations undermining 50 years of environmental laws adopted by Congress to protect farmers, families, and the environment.” The letter identifies numerous provisions of the Farm Bill that “(i) Undermine pesticide safety reviews and standards, (ii) Undercut endangered species protections, (iii) Exempt synthetically derived chemicals from safety reviews, (iv) Waive reviews for chemical categories, and (v) Delay pesticide safety reviews by five years for chemicals in wide use today.” The letter calls on negotiators to remove Title X, “Subtitle B—Regulatory Reform” from the Senate Bill, S.5526, Agricultural Act of 2026, also contained in Title X Subtitle C, “Part 1, Federal Insecticide, […]
DataWatch: How Wisconsin’s political landscape changed this election
A county-by-county analysis shows where Democrats gained ground across Wisconsin — and where Republicans held or strengthened their support.
Trump says deportations were ‘too tough’ and hurt him during the midterms
The president said in an interview with CBS’ “60 Minutes” that he would like to work out a deal with Democrats on immigration.
Trump’s regrets on immigration enforcement, and other takeaways from his ‘60 Minutes’ interview
President Donald Trump offered his most extensive assessment yet of historic Republican losses in an interview with “60 Minutes” that aired Sunday evening, appearing to extend an invitation to Democrats to work together on the contentious issue of immigration.
Trump vows comeback as parties clash over Democrat prosecution threats
President Donald Trump vowed a political comeback on Sunday after Republicans lost control of Congress in last Tuesday’s midterms, as incoming Democratic leaders pledged to hold his administration to…