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Will Illinois’ Democratic Primary for Senate Divide Black Voters?
Two Black female candidates may split Democratic primary voters, and anger is growing at well-funded efforts to widen the divide.
James Clyburn to Run for House Again, Defying Push for Generational Change
The Democratic power broker had kept his plans under wraps but signaled he wanted to be around to see the first Black speaker elected, a milestone the party is well positioned to reach next year.
The Politics Hour: Montgomery County Executive Democratic Forum
We are live from the Silver Spring Civic Building with Democratic candidates for Montgomery County Executive.
Running on faith: The message powering James Talarico’s Democratic win
Joseph Locke, author of "One State Under God: A History of Religion in Texas," discusses how politics and religion have long been intertwined in the Lone Star state, why Talarico's messaging was so effective in the primary, and how it could impact the general election in November.
Poll: Voters who say economic and political systems are stacked against them tie a record high
Democratic pollster Jeff Horwitt said the numbers indicate “historic levels of anger and disgust with our political and economic systems.”
Man charged with threatening Trump and Democratic representative Swalwell
Diego Villavicencio also made violent threats against an unnamed individual, who appears to be Jerome Powell
California Democrats Have Made a Mess of the Governor’s Race
As the California Democratic Party gathered in San Francisco last month for its convention, reporters had a frequent question for the retiring political king- (and queen-) maker, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi: Was her state really on the verge of electing a Republican to succeed Governor Gavin Newsom, as a growing number of partisans had begun to fear?
Political Theater at the U.N. on Iran
Antidemocratic leaders hold center stage, and the Human Rights Council is controlled by nations with records of violations.
Democrats Warn of ‘No Endgame’ after Classified Iran War Briefing
Several Democratic lawmakers in the United States Senate say they are increasingly concerned about the direction of the war with Iran.
California Democrats hope new polling will nudge candidates to exit
The California Democratic Party chair said Tuesday that the party is spending “multiple six figures” to conduct and post six surveys of the race.
Josh Turek hears rural health care concerns, pitches public option
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Josh Turek heard from health care professionals at a roundtable in Des Moines as part of his campaign.
Gov. Tim Walz says he’ll play active role in midterms as he mulls his political future
Walz said he’ll travel the country during this year’s election to campaign for Democratic governor candidates.
CMOC Congo Mine Pollution Damaged Local Health, Report Says
Air pollution by the world’s biggest cobalt producer appears to have damaged the health of local communities in the Democratic Republic of Congo, according to an investigation by environmental groups.
Poll: Majority of voters say risks of AI outweigh the benefits
In new NBC News polling, the only topics that were less popular than AI were the Democratic Party and Iran.
Mississippi voters to decide whether to send longtime Rep. Thompson back to Washington
Mississippi voters on Tuesday are deciding between longtime U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson and his 34-year-old Democratic primary challenger
Live Nation: Bipartisan Group of State AGs Vows to Fight on Despite DOJ’s Proposed Settlement with Entertainment Giant
Democratic and Republican state attorneys general said the proposed settlement between DOJ and Live Nation Entertainment (LYV) to resolve the company’s alleged antitrust violations is insufficient and they’ll continue the monopoly suit.
Democrats sink to new voter low, Republicans also underwater: poll
NBC News poll shows Democratic Party approval at just 30%, with only 62% of Democrats viewing their own party positively—signaling major challenges.
Finger in the Wind Politics and the Israel Scapegoat
The shift in Newsom’s rhetoric tells us far more about the political winds swirling inside the Democratic Party than it does about Israel.
How generational turnover and party switching reshape the US political map
Political polarisation has increased dramatically in the US in recent decades and is often linked to partisan geographic segregation. This column presents new evidence from 2008 to 2020 that reveals an increase in partisan segregation even at very local levels. However, while most studies focus on one explanatory factor, residential mobility, we find that generational change (in Democratic-trending areas) and Democrats leaving their party (in Republican-trending areas) explain a much larger share of the rise in partisan segregation.
Democrats in governor's race use debate stage to spotlight affordability, health care, rural Kansas
Three Democratic candidates for governor highlighted concerns they say Kansans want addressed: affordability, health care and rural support.
Experts weigh in on California Democratic Party drama over governor's race
California Democratic Party Chairman Rusty Hicks published an open letter to candidates this week, suggesting lower polling Democrats should consider dropping out of the race. All but one of those candidates ignored the plea.
Poll: Primary voters prize ideology over electability, as their parties get low marks
A higher share of Democratic voters than Republican voters prioritize backing primary candidates who can win, but poll respondents say it's complicated.
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…
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.”
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 […]
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Politics Unplugged Podcast: Paul Bentz on latest polling
Arizona pollster Paul Bentz joins with exclusive polling data on the heated Democratic primary in Congressional District 1, where Amish Shah holds a commanding lead, but nearly half of voters remain undecided. We discuss what voter registration trends mean for 2026, why affordability tops every other issue, and whether Democrats can replicate their 2022 success. Then, Dennis and Colin debate this year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees—from Joy Division to Mariah Carey to Wu-Tang Clan—and reveal which acts truly deserve a spot.
MAGA Calling Newsom Racist? That’s Rich
Gavin Newsom has been reveling in the attention that comes with being the early frontrunner for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination. But the California governor also seems to understand that he has work to do to convince voters that he’s more than just a slick-talking, coastal elite with progressive politics and a pretty face. To that end, he spent much of last week in the South promoting his new memoir, “Young Man in a Hurry.”
Democrats in Oregon’s Congressional delegation blast U.S.-led attack on Iran
President Donald Trump should have made the case to Congress before ordering military action, Oregon's Democratic U.S. senators and representatives said.
James Talarico believes a Texas surprise is coming in November. First, he needs to win the Senate primary
It may sound like James Talarico is getting ahead of himself when he talks about delivering an election night surprise in November, right here in Texas, where a Democratic senator has not been elected in his lifetime.
‘Trump’s not enough. And he knows he’s not enough’: California governor Gavin Newsom on populism, ‘purity tests’ and whether he’ll run for the presidency
He’s the Democratic politician with movie-star looks and a picture-perfect family, dogged by accusations of being a smooth‑talking elitist. Can he really unite the American left and win the most powerful office in the world?
‘I could see myself stepping into that void’: Gavin Newsom on fighting Trump and running in 2028
This week, Jonathan Freedland speaks to the California governor, Gavin Newsom, about why he thinks the Democratics lost so decisively to Donald Trump in 2024, why the party need to be less judgmental, and whether he intends to run for president in 2028
Democratic lawmakers say they are 'closely' reviewing new White House offer on DHS
As the Department of Homeland Security remains shut down, the White House and Democratic leaders are continuing to exchange proposals to end the impasse.
Congress prepares for war powers resolution vote to block U.S. strikes on Iran
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries said Friday a bipartisan coalition is working to force a vote as soon as next week on a war powers resolution that would attempt to prevent any U.S. action against Iran without approval from Congress.
Democrats push for vote on Massie's Iran resolution
House Democratic leaders say they plan to force a full vote next week on a bipartisan resolution cosponsored by Rep. Thomas Massie.
Kamala Harris is backing Jasmine Crockett in Texas’ Senate Democratic primary
Former Vice President Kamala Harris recorded a robocall encouraging voters to support Rep. Jasmine Crockett in the Democratic primary for Senate in Texas, a source familiar with the matter said.
Kamala Harris Endorses Jasmine Crockett in Texas Senate Race
The endorsement from the former vice president, her most significant since leaving office, comes as Ms. Crockett is facing a competitive Democratic primary contest against James Talarico.
Benavidez chosen to fill Senate District 21 vacancy after Michaelson Jenet resigns
A Democratic Senate District 21 vacancy committee Thursday night chose former Rep. Adrienne Benavidez, D-Adams County, to replace former Sen. Dafna Michaelson Jenet. Michaelson Jenet resigned on Feb. 13 to become the director of the David and Laura Merage Foundation for Combating Antisemitism. Benavidez served three terms in the House, rising to the position of […]
AIPAC faces test of its power in Illinois primary as Democrats debate future of Israel relationship
The aggressive spending comes after AIPAC put $2 million into a recent Democratic primary for a special election in New Jersey, an effort that's widely considered to have backfired.
What the Epstein drama reveals about Democrats' loyalty to the Clintons
The Epstein depositions demonstrate how the Clintons hold far less power in the Democratic Party, and American politics, than they once did.
AIPAC faces test of its power in Illinois primary as Democrats debate future of Israel relationship
A crowded Democratic primary in Illinois is shaping up as the next test for the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, a powerful advocacy organization that has stirred anger and frustration while exacerbating tensions over the war in Gaza
Unions privately urge Chuck Schumer and Democratic leaders to stay out of Maine's Senate primary
At least three pro-Graham Platner unions are pushing Democratic leaders to stop supporting Gov. Janet Mills in the competitive Senate race.
Fostering Health Sovereignty in the Democratic Republic of the Congo Through the America First Global Health Strategy - United States Department of State
Today, the United States and the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) signed a five-year bilateral health cooperation Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that advances the America First Global Health Strategy while protecting Americans and Congolese from infectious disease threats. Under the MOU, working with Congress, the Department of State intends to provide up to $900 million […]
Legislative panel clears Democratic senator of discrimination, harassment
The panel found the Democrat was disrespectful but didn’t break the Legislature’s anti-discrimination policies.
How two churches forged Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico’s politics
In the Senate Democratic primary, Talarico has made his church’s ethos of compassion central to his campaign, while Jasmine Crockett is tapping into the civic power of Black churches.
Exclusive | Spy Agency Blocks Congress From Seeing Gabbard Whistleblower Intelligence
Tulsi Gabbard’s office rejected Democratic efforts to see all the underlying material about a foreign conversation that discussed Jared Kushner.
Jasmine Crockett leads James Talarico by double digits in Senate Democratic primary, poll finds
On the Republican side, Ken Paxton and John Cornyn were neck-and-neck and in position for a runoff, according to the poll from the University of Texas’ Texas Politics Project.
Democratic response to Trump’s speech slams his immigration policy
Abigail Spanberger, in Democratic Response, Asks if Trump Is Working for Americans
“We all know the answer is no,” the Virginia governor argued in her rebuttal to President Trump’s State of the Union address.
'He lied, he scapegoated, he distracted.' Democrats responds to Trump
In a rebuttal to the State of the Union address delivered on behalf of the Democratic Party, Sen. Alex Padilla accused Trump of plunging U.S. cities into violence and hindering the economy.
WATCH: ‘We all know' Trump is not making your life more affordable, Spanberger says
In the official Democratic response to the president’s speech, Spanberger stressed how Trump’s policies on a host of daily issues, from health care to housing, hasn’t made life more affordable.
WATCH: ‘You killed Americans,’ lawmaker says as Trump asks Congress to stand for protecting citizens
While Republicans stood and applauded for two minutes, at least one Democratic lawmaker in the room shouted “you killed Americans,” a reference to two citizens shot and killed by federal agents in Minnesota in January.
Who will — and won't — be guests at the State of the Union address
Invitees at Tuesday night's address by President Trump include the gold-medalist men's U.S. hockey team, while Democratic lawmakers have invited several Epstein survivors.
Democratic U.S. rep files for reelection in Oregon’s most competitive congressional district
All seven members of Oregon’s congressional delegation up for election this year have now filed for reelection.
Guest List for State of the Union Includes Epstein Victims, Erika Kirk and U.S. Olympic Hockey Players
Democratic lawmakers invited victims of Jeffrey Epstein and of President Trump’s aggressive immigration crackdown.
WATCH LIVE: Democratic lawmakers join 'People's State of the Union' rally during Trump's address
Trump Leans on Congress to Address His False Claims of Voter Fraud
The State of the Union gives the president a high-profile chance to issue a call to action on election security legislation he has pressured Republicans to ram through over Democratic opposition.
Abigail Spanberger to Give Democratic Response to Trump’s Address
Abigail Spanberger, the newly elected governor of Virginia, was chosen to deliver her party’s response to President Trump’s State of the Union address.
Who is Abigail Spanberger? New governor giving the SOTU rebuttal
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger is giving the Democratic response to Trump's State of the Union. Learn more about her background.