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Democrats seize power in Texas, ending decades of GOP dominance
Texas’ governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general and every other statewide candidate fell, upending the state’s political power structure in one night.
GOP’s defense of its gerrymandering: The rout could have been even worse
Democrats dismissed Republicans’ arguments as a contorted attempt to justify an expensive and controversial remapping offensive that did not accomplish what it set out to do.
Democrat Haley Stevens endorses GOP's Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate race 2 days before election
The remarkable show of support for President Donald Trump's backed candidate in the tightly contested race comes after she was uninvited to a joint event the same day with El-Sayed, who defeated the congresswoman by a slim margin in the August primary.
Trump to tape ‘60 Minutes’ interview after GOP midterm rout
President Donald Trump is scheduled to tape a post-election interview this morning for Sunday’s “60 Minutes.”
Politics Unusual: Strategists, NJ mayor break down midterm elections
In this episode of Politics Unusual, FOX 5 NY's political reporter Morgan McKay speaks with Democratic strategist Amit Singh Bagga and Republican strategist Rusat Ramgopal about what's next for both parties after the midterm elections. Also, a conversation with Paterson Mayor Andre Sayegh about the impact the blue wave might have on New Jersey.
Missouri Democrats broke the GOP supermajority in the statehouse. Now what?
A Mizzou political science professor breaks down what Democratic gains nationally and in Missouri mean going forward.
Johnson won't seek reelection as House speaker after Republican wipeout
It's a swift rise and fall for Mike Johnson, often seen as an accidental speaker, who nevertheless drew close to President Donald Trump and led the House GOP during a tumultuous era, with one of the slimmest majorities in modern times.
Democrats highlight healthcare affordability on campaign trail
Consumers seeing private insurance plans are finding higher rates and fewer federal subsidies. Democrats say the GOP is to blame.
Democrats make gains in Collin County as voters reshape political landscape
A longtime Republican stronghold saw Democrats make major gains in the 2026 election, even as some GOP incumbents held their seats.
Dems inherit Texas colleges remade by GOP in conservative push
Universities were a political target of Texas Republicans. As Gina Hinojosa and other Democrats prepare for office, here’s a look at the turning point facing college campuses.
Should California voters be required to show their ID to cast a ballot?
California voters are weighing a GOP-backed ballot measure that would require residents to prove their citizenship to vote
Kansas U.S. House Midterm Election 2026: Live Results
Get live results from the Kansas House 2026 midterm election race as the GOP looks to maintain its congressional majority.
MAHA makes its case to Democrats as blue wave crashes GOP alliance and threatens RFK Jr.
One day after the blue wave that swept away dozens of Republican seats, the mood among Make America Healthy Again activists was palpably glum.
Donalds says GOP must campaign on new healthcare policy in 2028
Florida Gov.-elect Byron Donalds (R) on Sunday said the Republican Party will have to campaign with its own crafted healthcare policy items going into the 2028 election. Donalds told Fox News’…
Donalds: GOP Must Develop Healthcare Plan for 2028
Donalds: GOP Must Develop Healthcare Plan for 2028
GOP pushed ‘politics of fear,’ and voters ‘rejected’ it: Where do they go from here?
“ didn't just campaign by smearing the trans community; they spent $350 million on those ads, and they didn’t work. I’m not sure where they go now.” After massive losses in the midterms, many are wondering: what’s next for the Republican Party? MS NOW political Kimberly Atkins-Stohr and Scott MacFarlane, Chief Washington correspondent for MeidasTouch, join “The Weekend” to discuss.
Trump stands by Hegseth after election losses, but other Republicans want him out
The U.S. defense secretary is facing intense political backlash over the costly and unpopular war with Iran, which the president acknowledged was partly to blame for the drubbing that the GOP took in ...
Republicans quickly turn against Pete Hegseth after midterms rout
President Donald Trump may have made the decision to launch the war that tanked voters’ support for the GOP and dealt them a midterm shellacking. But the historic losses are accelerating a push for someone else to take the fall: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
Healthcare powers Democrats’ midterm rout: 4 takeaways
Voters sent a strong rebuke of the GOP health agenda on Tuesday night as Democrats took control of both chambers of Congress, rejecting Republicans who pushed sweeping healthcare cuts.
Gopher MBB Star Loses to NCAA in Court; Now What?
A federal appeals court ruled Friday in the eligibility lawsuit that the Minnesota Gophers hoped would bring back Cade Tyson. So, now what?
What the Democratic landslide means for GOP booster Elon Musk and his businesses
Tesla, SpaceX and X CEO Elon Musk reportedly spent close to $450 million backing Republican candidates. His companies could have challenging times ahead.
GOP 2028 contenders don't want to 'risk ticking off' Trump: Guy Benson
Washington Examiner's Guy Benson said potential GOP 2028 hopefuls are balancing their ambitions with the risk of angering the president.
House Speaker Mike Johnson will not stay on as Republican leader after GOP losses
The Louisiana Republican told staff on a call Wednesday morning that he will not run to lead his party as House minority leader in the next Congress.
Democrats win governorships in Texas and other GOP-controlled states in rebuke to Republicans
The wins delivered a majority of governorships to Democrats for the first time in two decades, allowing them to put up a stronger defense against Trump's second-term agenda.
Judge tosses Trump's attempt to block Alaska Senate results if GOP incumbent loses
A federal judge has dismissed a highly unusual lawsuit by the Trump administration that tried to block the certification of results from Alaska's U.S. Senate race if the Republican incumbent lost.
Rep. Haley Stevens is no longer a Michigan Democratic Party member, chair says
Curtis Hertel announced the decision just over an hour after Stevens released an endorsement video for Michigan’s GOP Senate nominee, Mike Rogers.
Joe Scarborough Rattles Off List of Trump’s Political Scandals Haunting GOP in Just One Year
Several Senate Republicans call for delaying leadership election
Several Senate Republicans are pushing to delay the party’s leadership elections scheduled for next week following the GOP’s midterms defeat, a move that may open the door to a potential
GOP senator says party should learn from history, not ‘double down on dumb’
UK HealthCare’s SMART Clinic offers support for addiction recovery, psychiatric treatment
By Dr. Danielle Anderson and Dr. Gopalkumar Rakesh University of Kentucky Asking for help with substance use can be difficult but figuring out where to turn for that help shouldn’t be.
In rare GOP rebuke, congressman says Trump must ‘fire people’
Rep. Marlin Stutzman of Indiana, speaking on CNN, criticized Stephen Miller’s “tone” and his record on immigration.
Ohio GOP Senate candidate says Democrats 'play politics' over data centers
Ohio Republican Senate candidate Jon Husted joins 'The Faulkner Focus' to discuss the high-stakes Ohio Senate race as voters share their top concerns at the polls.
Political newcomer Kevin Pflager defeats two-term Bellevue Mayor Rusty Hike
Kevin Pflager, a 30-year-old political newcomer, defeated two-term incumbent Mayor Rusty Hike in the Bellevue mayoral election.
How one of Trump’s most controversial advisers rose to chief of staff
President Donald Trump responded to this week’s GOP drubbing by initially suggesting he might soften his approach. But after growing increasingly agitated by the midterm results, he abruptly changed course.
Stevens defends GOP endorsement in lengthy social media post
Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens posted a nearly 900-word statement on X defending her decision to endorse Republican Mike Rogers over her party’s nominee, Abdul El-Sayed, for Michigan’s open Senate seat.
‘Watergate-level repudiation": 1974 GOP wipeout echoes through 2026 results
Three keys to a Gopher win and how to watch
How to watch the Gophers vs UCLA and 3 keys to a Minnesota win
Healthcare powers Democrats’ midterm rout: 4 takeaways
Voters sent a strong rebuke of the GOP health agenda on Tuesday night as Democrats took control of both chambers of Congress, rejecting Republicans who pushed sweeping healthcare cuts. Here are f…
Democrats highlight healthcare affordability on campaign trail
Consumers seeing private insurance plans are finding higher rates and fewer federal subsidies. Democrats say the GOP is to blame.
Dems outperform GOP in Sandoval County early voting, nonpartisans mostly on the sidelines
By Pat Davis, The New Mexico News — As Sandoval County voters turn their attention to Tuesday’s final Election Day, early voting data shows that partisan voters in both major parties were eager to vote this cycle, though Democrats outperformed Republicans in early turnout, while unaffiliated voters are still mostly on the sidelines. Voter turnout […]
Takeaways from election night: Young voters, Hispanics shift away from the GOP as voters show unhappiness with Trump
President Donald Trump repeatedly encouraged voters to pretend he's on the ballot this Election Day. They appear to be taking his advice — and that's not a good thing for the Republican president or his party.
As Democrats gain power in Pa., some business leaders wonder about moderation
A GOP Senate forced moderation in Pennsylvania's legislature, according to some — so what will Democrats do now?
Not Trump's fault? Sarah Huckabee Sanders on the midterm blame game
Stay all in with Trump or create some distance? The freshly reelected Arkansas governor on a debate that is starting in the GOP.
A ‘bloodbath.’ Georgia Democrats sweep statewide offices in historic political upheaval
A Democratic wave ended decades of GOP dominance in Georgia and threatened the GOP's grip on the state Legislature.
Chip Scoggins: Minnesota-St. Thomas basketball showdown exposes NCAA eligibility absurdity
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Gophers played St. Thomas in men’s basketball Friday night for the first time in nearly a century, and that wasn’t even the most unusual part of
Florida Governor-elect says GOP must focus on lowering costs
While Republicans saw losses in the midterms, Florida Governor-elect Byron Donalds told CNN’s Dana Bash that if the party focuses on affordability and prices, the “elections will take care of themselves.”
Dem challenger defeats Indiana House GOP leader in stunning upset
A virtual unknown has unseated one of the most powerful Republicans in Indiana elected office.
'SNL' cold open skewers Trump over midterms, James Talarico cameos
"Saturday Night Live" is taking on the GOP's midterms wipeout.
‘LGBTQ+ candidates can compete, win’: Victory Fund credits 4 endorsees with breaking GOP supermajority
‘Here in Florida, our candidates are blazing trails of their own.’
A 'political meteor strike': Florida Gov. DeSantis talks GOP losses
Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis says the GOP's loss of Congress and key races landed like a \
Mayra Flores Delivers a Blunt Warning to the GOP After Midterm Wipeout: “Stop Blaming Voters”
Rep. Mayra Flores, the first woman born in Mexico to serve in Congress, told fellow Republicans to stop blaming voters after the November 3 midterm elections and to address South… The post Mayra Flore...
Warriors coach Steve Kerr laughs at GOP midterms after begging reporters for political questions
Steve Kerr stopped reporters after practice at Chase Center to riff on midterm results, months after vowing to dial back his political takes.
Political missteps could cost GOP
A president’s influence is not measured only by how many candidates accept his endorsement. It is measured by whether his leadership makes his party stronger. By that measure, Donald Trump’s political choices are putting Republican control of the Senate and the House at risk. The warning signs are visible in Texas, South Carolina and Louisiana, […]
Democrat who dropped out of race over health wins anyway; GOP opponent says, ‘We deserve to know more’
A Democratic candidate who suspended his campaign for a western Iowa legislative district in September because of health reasons still won his race as part of the sweeping success story against Republicans, leading to new questions from his rival.
Body size, not competition, may kickstart evolution
New theory explains how species begin to diversify
Erika Kirk channels Charlie with blunt message to conservatives after GOP midterm losses
Erika Kirk invoked her late husband Charlie Kirk's words, urging conservatives to stay positive and avoid infighting after election setbacks.
Class action lawsuit alleges Anna’s House underpaid hundreds of workers
Twelve employees from four different locations have filed to join the case alleging Anna's House underpaid hundreds of workers.
Politics: The Final Weekend Before The Midterms
The final weekend of campaigning before Election Day has passed. President Donald Trump attended rallies in Kansas and Iowa on Sunday — despite initially announcing those rallies were cancelled. The president said they were back on the schedule on Friday.In more than two dozen campaign stops in October, the president’s influence among Republican voters has been tested — in a midterm election that is a referendum on his presidency so far.And while GOP campaigning continues to hinge on Trump — among Democrats, a fractured party in Michigan is becoming a problem of its own. In Michigan’s Senate Race, former Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens issued a late and shocking endorsement for the Republican candidate, Mike Rogers. Michigan’s Senate seat is a key piece to retaking control of the chamber for Democrats.More than 50 million votes have already been cast. What insight did this weekend’s campaigning give us to the state of the midterms?Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.
Democrat Eileen Laubacher leads Lauren Boebert in Colorado’s 4th CD
Democrat Eileen Laubacher saw her slim lead over Republican U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert narrow as late returns posted Thursday in Colorado’s 4th Congressional District, the state’s most heavily GOP seat. The race remained too close to call, with Laubacher leading the incumbent by 2,276 votes, for a margin of just under 0.7%, according to results […]
Texas Republicans trade blame after Democrats sweep statewide races, end decades of GOP rule
Texas Republicans blamed each other, Trump and a failure to improve the lives of Texans after decades of one-party control of all statewide offices.
Trump administration appeals in push to sideline 20K California ballots
The appeal came Monday
President of The Heritage Foundation looks ahead to the future of the GOP
Kevin Roberts, the president of the conservative think tank The Heritage Foundation, talks about the organization's priorities and hopes for the future of the Republican Party and its policies.
As Democrats gain power in Pa., some business leaders wonder about moderation
A GOP Senate forced moderation in Pennsylvania's legislature, according to some — so what will Democrats do now?
GOP Rep. French Hill says he'll weigh whether Hegseth's actions merit "impeachment versus some other disciplinary action"
Harry Enten explains ‘extinction level results’ after GOP’s midterm collapse upends 2028 race for White House
After GOP's brutal midterms, ‘Chuck Norris of Florida politics’ tells party to 'get up and fight'
Republican Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins, dubbed the "Chuck Norris of Florida politics" by Ron DeSantis, says the GOP must rise like warriors.
Vance, DeSantis make quick moves after disastrous GOP midterms jumpstart 2028 race
The vice president’s seemingly straightforward path to succeeding President Donald Trump suddenly looks much murkier.
Trump blames GOP candidates and Fox News for midterm losses
President Trump has blamed GOP candidates and Fox News in the wake of the sweeping Democratic sweep during the midterm elections.
El-Sayed campaign reports $2.4 million fundraising day as Stevens endorses GOP rival
The shocking decision by Rep. Haley Stevens (D-Michigan) to endorse Republican Mike Rogers instead of Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee, triggered denunciations by Democratic leaders across the country.
Vance blames Iran war for GOP midterm losses
Vice President JD Vance seemingly sought to distance himself from election results seen as a referendum on President Donald Trump that featured big Republican losses across the country.
Ted Cruz says 'blue tsunami' took over Texas after Democrats swept statewide races
Sen. Ted Cruz called the 2026 midterms a "blue tsunami" after James Talarico defeated Ken Paxton and Gina Hinojosa unseated Greg Abbott in Texas.
Four Decades Ago, Scientists Dropped Gophers Onto a Volcano. They Might Try It Again.
Scientists’ experiment on Mount St. Helens suggests rodents can deliver fungi that plants need, but the repair crew has an appetite.
Eulogy to the Colorado GOP
We are gathered here today at this Celebration of Life to remember, pay tribute and say goodbye to the Colorado Grand Old Party. May she rest in peace. The Colorado GOP had an adventurous and substantial life. She will live on in our memories, our history books and the many stories that made up her […]
UCLA vs Minnesota Prediction: Can the Bruins Stay Hot?
It won't be that cold in Minneapolis, but the weather isn't the only factor when UCLA takes on the Gophers. Here's our prediction and game preview.
Richard Ojeda unseats GOP leader, reflecting a shift in North Carolina politics
Political newcomer tapped by voters to lead Oklahoma Insurance Department
In a race that saw both candidates vowing to tackle the state’s soaring insurance rates, voters selected a Republican to lead the state’s Insurance Department.
A GOP Congressman Backed Medicaid Work Requirements. His Voters Might Be Exempt.
A California congressman voted for the GOP’s One Big Beautiful Bill, which is projected to reduce Medicaid spending by $900 billion. Now Rep. David Valadao, whose House race will help decide control of Congress, is telling his constituents they may not have to follow the new rules.
Dick Morris to Newsmax: GOP Must Fight 'Medicare for All' to Rebound From Midterm Losses
Dick Morris to Newsmax: GOP Must Fight 'Medicare for All' to Rebound From Midterm Losses
Democrats’ blue wave beat Texas’ GOP gerrymanders. Did California even need Prop. 50?
California Democrats went all in on redistricting to fight GOP gerrymanders in Texas and Florida. But in light of the blue wave, was Prop. 50 even necessary?
Election results: Indiana secretary of state race tests GOP dominance
This competitive and expensive four-way race has been Democrats' best shot at winning a statewide seat in over a decade. Republicans aren't taking it for granted.
Undefeated #8 UCLA pulled away to beat Minnesota 34-20
The UCLA Bruins continued their undefeated season by going on the road to beat the Minnesota Gophers 34-20. Quarterback Ty Dieffenbach needed just eight completions to get 300 yards and three touchdowns as the Bruin offense put up 24 points in the second half to pull away from Minnesota. The first half was split, with […]
Florida Democrat defies gerrymandering in bad sign for GOP
Rep. Jared Moskowitz won a district that was redrawn to favor Republicans.
Behind the Curtain: Texas, Texas, Texas
It's a seismic shift for the GOP, AI and 2028.
Democrats will take aim at Medicaid cuts, Iran war and tariffs, Jeffries says
Facing the prospect of President Donald Trump’s veto pen, the party’s House leader seeks GOP cooperation in the new term.
Mississippi GOP chair says state has thousands more uncounted ballots
Trump touts White House ballroom in first appearance since GOP midterm losses
After midterms, Trump is left to weigh his next move in Iran war that contributed to GOP loss
As Trump ponders his next move, the stakes couldn't be higher for Iran, the Middle East and the global economy writ large.
Midterms 2026 live updates: Election Day voters head to the polls as Democrats look to flip GOP control of the House and Senate
Democrats need a net gain of four seats in each chamber to take control of Congress as Republicans fight to hold on to their majorities and President Trump looks to help the GOP avert a so-called blue...
Haley Stevens backs Mike Rogers. And, Gulf states brace for potential attack on Iran
Democrats in Michigan are considering their options after Haley Stevens endorsed GOP candidate Mike Rogers for Senate. And the Gulf states are bracing for a possible U.S. attack on Iran after the midterms.
WATCH: Trump previews ballroom construction the day after voters rejected GOP rule
President Donald Trump gave extended comments Wednesday, not about the Republican Party's midterm election wipeout but instead justifying his building a sprawling White House ballroom.
Trump administration appeals in push to sideline 20K California ballots
The appeal came Monday
Rep. Haley Stevens endorses GOP candidate Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate race
Stevens’ endorsement came after El-Sayed’s campaign asked the Michigan representative to no longer attend campaign events amid a dispute over an outside ad that Stevens said was antisemitic.
Blue wave fizzles in Florida races: Inside Florida Politics podcast
Florida's GOP firmly keeps power including the state's first black governor Byron Donalds, and multiple Congressional and State legislative races.