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Charles tamed Trump while rebuking Trumpism in ego-flattering masterstroke
King skillfully appeals to Republicans fond of Britain and Democrats anxious about rules-based order in state visit
Tens of thousands could lose Medicaid coverage as Nebraska becomes first state to implement GOP work requirement
Nebraska is launching work requirements in Medicaid on Friday, becoming the first state to implement a key pillar of the Republicans’ “big, beautiful bill.”
Schumer’s Maine pick Janet Mills drops out; VRA ruling boosts GOP path: Join Friday’s Whole Hog
Progressive Democrats cheered after Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s (D-N.Y.) preferred candidate, Gov. Janet Mills (D), exited Maine’s Senate race, reshaping the field. Republicans are…
Poll: Trump’s Iran war reaches Iraq- and Vietnam-era disapproval levels
A Post-ABC-Ipsos poll shows most Americans call the military action a mistake, even as Republicans remain strongly supportive. Many fear the conflict will lead to a recession.
Republicans Want Tennessee’s Last Democratic House District
Republicans sliced Nashville into three G.O.P.-leaning congressional districts in 2022. After the Supreme Court decision on voting rights, Memphis could be next.
Florida Republicans slice and dice congressional districts: How a new map could cost Democrats seats
The redrawn congressional district lines that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will soon sign into law are intended to help Republicans pick up as many as four U.S. House seats in November — a scenario that would cost some Democrats their seats
'Do you want the crazies back in charge?' Rep. Jim Jordan talks elections
As the November midterm elections approach, Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, is looking ahead to what could be a tough race for Republicans, but said the GOP’s campaign message should be simple.
Fact check: Amid spike, prominent Republicans make false claims about gas prices
Republicans face political risk from the spike in gasoline prices caused by the war President Donald Trump launched against Iran. Over the last two days, prominent Republicans have made a series of false claims about gas prices.
The Real Reason Republicans Are Dropping out of Midterm Races Before They Even Begin
November can’t come soon enough.
House Passes Stalled Homeland Security Funding Bill, Ending Shutdown
Republicans were forced to use a special maneuver to steer around opposition in their own party and speed the measure to the floor, relying on Democrats to push it through.
White House drops embattled surgeon general pick Casey Means, announces new nominee
Means’s nomination stalled as some Republicans questioned her credentials. The new nominee, Trump’s third pick for the role, is Nicole Saphier a radiologist and Fox News contributor.
7 House seats could shift to GOP after voting rights ruling: Cook Political Report, Sabato’s Crystal Ball
Two nonpartisan election handicappers identified seven districts that could be at risk of being redrawn to favor Republicans following the Supreme Court’s Wednesday decision limiting the scope of t…
GOP urges Kemp to call a special session to redraw maps after court ruling
Georgia Republicans are pressuring the governor to call a special session after the U.S. Supreme Court weakened a key pillar of the Voting Rights Act.
Democrats Regret Creating Independent Redistricting Commissions After Supreme Court Ruling
A decade ago, the party sought independent redistricting commissions. Now, in an era of extreme gerrymandering, such efforts could slow Democrats as they try to keep up with Republicans.
Inside the GOP’s barely functioning Congress
Republicans will control Washington for at least six more months, but they’ve already lost control of one-half of Congress.
Florida legislature approves new congressional map intended to boost Republicans in midterms
The vote came just two days after Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiled his proposal and the same day that the U.S. Supreme Court rolled back a key provision of the Voting Rights Act.
Congressional Republicans Struggle to Do the Basics as Chambers Clash
House Republicans toiled to pass major measures as lawmakers scramble to fund homeland security, extend spy powers and deliver a farm bill.
Supreme Court decision weakening Voting Rights Act could impact future political maps in Georgia
Republicans are calling for Georgia lawmakers to redraw political maps hours after a Supreme Court ruling diluted the 1965 Voting Rights Act.
Republicans score twin redistricting victories: From the Politics Desk
Plus, King Charles tries to smooth over tensions between the U.S. and the U.K.
Congressional Republicans propose cutting WIC by $200 million
Anti-hunger advocates say it would be “devastating.”
Congressional Republicans propose cutting WIC by $200 million
Anti-hunger advocates say it would be “devastating.”
GOP House candidate eyes education, health care and local control
Republicans Tracy Brown and Oscar Alvarez are vying to be the GOP candidate for the House's 27th District. Alvarez did not participate in this report.
Supreme Court ruling will reshape American politics. The only question is when
The U.S. Supreme Court's conservative majority on Wednesday handed Republicans their biggest victory yet in the perpetual battle to control the House of Representatives and statehouses across the country — but it may have come too late to have much of an effect on this year's midterm elections.
With supreme court ruling, Republicans able to marginalize Black political power
Decision gives mapmakers in Republican states power to crack districts into pieces and dilute votes into oblivion
Supreme Court ruling is set to reshape American politics
The U.S. Supreme Court’s conservative majority has handed Republicans their biggest victory yet in the battle to control the House of Representatives and statehouses across the country.
Florida legislature approves new congressional map intended to boost Republicans in midterms
The Florida Legislature approved a new congressional map intended to maximize Republicans’ advantage in the state as part of the national redistricting battle that President Donald Trump launched ahead of this year’s midterms.
Alabama Republicans push for new congressional map after seismic Supreme Court ruling: ‘It’s time to act’
Republicans are calling on Gov. Kay Ivey to convene a special session to redraw the congressional maps.
WATCH: Hegseth calls congressional Democrats, some Republicans 'biggest adversary' in Iran war
Supreme Court limits key provision of the landmark Voting Rights Act
The decision could touch off a scramble by Republicans to redraw minority-majority congressional districts, especially in the South, that could cost many Black Democrats their seats.
Prosecutions of Trump’s foes add to GOP’s headaches in midterms
Charges against former FBI director James B. Comey and others take focus away from the economy and other issues voters care about, many Republicans say.
Analysis | Trump is a target of political violence, but he’s hardly its only cause
Social upheaval, deep polarization and social media are primary drivers of the phenomenon, which has touched Republicans and Democrats alike.
Trump aims to defeat dissident Republicans in key May primaries
Trump has endorsed primary challengers to multiple GOP lawmakers, with Rep. Thomas Massie of Kentucky as his top target.
Candidates target Steyer, Becerra in free-wheeling California governor debate
Six Democrats and two Republicans attacked each other but struggled to offer clear alternatives in a chaotic debate that left one student voter "more confused than ever."
Trump budget officials urge House Republicans to concede in DHS standoff
President Donald Trump’s budget office sent a memo to Capitol Hill on Tuesday evening urging House Republicans to agree to partly reopen the Department of Homeland Security – even without new cash for immigration enforcement.
Inside Iowa Politics: Zach Lahn’s challenge to other GOP candidates for governor
Zach Lahn, one of the Republicans running for governor of Iowa, issued challenges against the others competing for the nomination.
Senate Republicans reject attempt to end Trump's blockade of Cuba
The vote on the war powers resolution showed how Republicans continue to stand behind Trump as he acts unilaterally to exert American force in a range of global conflicts, including Venezuela, Iran and Cuba.
Senate Republicans block measure to curb Trump's power to invade Cuba
Trump has been hinting at military action in Cuba, prompting anxiety among Democrats, who tried to block him with a war powers vote.
DeSantis' Florida redistricting map advances — but draws GOP no votes, legal scrutiny
Florida is seen as the last possible place before the November midterms for Republicans to gain seats in mid-decade redistricting, a process kickstarted last year by President Donald Trump and the White House.
What polls show about Republicans, Democrats and violence
Polling suggests recent events have made the perception of violence and its political motivations more of a wash — even if more people tend to fault Republicans’ rhetoric.
White House blames Democratic rhetoric for surge in political violence
Sen. Ashley Moody, R-Fla., joins 'Mornings with Maria' to react to the White House shooting, warn of rising political violence and urge swift DHS funding as Republicans clash with Democrats on security.
GOP wants Knox County commissioner prosecuted for voting in their primary
Republicans are asking the DA to look into whether Courtney Durrett's ballot choice was an \
Republicans Brace for Brutal Midterms as Trump’s Popularity Slips
The elections are still six months off, and some within the G.O.P. say there is still time to right the ship.
So far, Florida has failed to end vaccine mandates. Now there's a last-ditch effort
Florida Republicans have pushed hard to drop some vaccine requirements for children. But after many months, their efforts stalled out. Could this week's special legislative session get the job done?
Lawmakers pile on Colorado taxpayers — even more
By Mark Hillman That our two political parties have such different philosophies regarding business and taxes is exasperating because prosperity would serve even the very different interests of Democrats and Republicans. Democrats want more revenue for government to spend it on social welfare, health care and schools. Republicans want to stimulate the economy, leading to more […]
One critical question the 2026 election has already answered
Whether Democrats triumph in November’s elections or Republicans benefit from another improbable Trumpian comeback, they’ll be remembered for a new narrowing of a critical aspect of American democracy.
Here are the candidates who have qualified for CNN’s California governor’s debate
Republicans Chad Bianco and Steve Hilton, along with Democrats Xavier Becerra, Matt Mahan, Katie Porter, Tom Steyer and Antonio Villaraigosa, are eligible to take part in CNN’s California governor’s debate, which will take place on May 5 at 6 p.m. Pacific time (9 p.m. Eastern time) in the Los Angeles area.
Ron DeSantis releases new congressional map creating four more GOP-leaning seats in Florida
Some Republicans are concerned it could put GOP incumbents in danger by spreading out conservative votes, and margins in many new seats will likely get tighter.
DeSantis floats Florida map that could give GOP up to four more House seats
The redistricting plan proposed by Gov. Ron DeSantis, if approved, would let Republicans regain their lead in the national gerrymandering arms race.
DeSantis proposes new US House map for Florida aiming to flip four seats for Republicans
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has proposed a new map for US House districts that appears to show Republicans gaining an advantage in four seats now held by Democrats.
Sergey Brin Moves to the Right, With a ‘MAGA Girlfriend’ by His Side
After once backing liberal causes, the Google co-founder has praised President Trump, donated to Republicans and spent $57 million to try to block a California billionaire tax.
DeSantis, Florida GOP plowing ahead with new congressional maps despite risks
Remaking Florida’s congressional map is dicey for Republicans, who face strict redistricting rules and risk making safe GOP seats competitive.
Hear from the candidates running for Iowa's open US Senate seat
Two Republicans and two Democrats are competing in Iowa's June 2 primary election for the U.S. Senate. Meet the candidates.
Distracting from unfinished business
North Carolina House Republicans introduced a bill Thursday that would ban books from elementary school libraries and allow the state to withhold salaries from school district leaders who violate the state law known as the “Parents’ Bill of Rights.”
Editorial: The politics of a hot chicken
Chickens are not inherently political, but they can be dragged into politics clucking and crowing. French King Henry IV is believed to be the first to wish “a chicken in every pot” for his people in the 1500s. It was picked up again in the 1920s when Republicans promised the
Kamala Harris expected to blame Democrats and Republicans for failed economic policy at state party dinner
The former vice president recently told the National Action Network Conference that she's considering running for president in 2028.
Poll: Three out of four Florida voters say they would vote for homestead property tax relief
Republicans and Democrats are on board, while NPA voters simply don't know enough about the plan.
Trump’s hatred for ‘windmills’ threatens Republicans in coastal Virginia who now face more political peril after the state’s redistricting vote
For now, the Virginia wind project is back on track, along with four others, because of federal court rulings.
Trump's disdain for wind projects creates a political storm for Republicans in coastal Virginia
President Donald Trump’s attempts to cancel offshore wind projects have drawn opposition not only from environmentalists but also from Republicans. One of them is Jen Kiggans, a congresswoman who represents a coastal district in Virginia where an $11.5 billion wind farm is expected to create 1,000 jobs. Her support for a project targeted by Trump shows the scrambled politics of clean energy in an election year where Republicans are at risk of losing the House. Kiggans could be even more at risk after Virginia voters approved on Tuesday a new congressional map that makes her competitive district more Democratic than before.
Trump's disdain for wind projects creates a political storm for Republicans in coastal Virginia
President Donald Trump's attempts to cancel offshore wind projects have drawn opposition not only from environmentalists but also from Republicans. One of them is Jen Kiggans, a congresswoman who represents a coastal district in Virginia where an $11.5 billion wind farm is expected to create 1,00...
Trump's disdain for wind projects creates a political storm for Republicans in coastal Virginia
President Donald Trump's attempts to cancel offshore wind projects have drawn opposition not only from environmentalists but also from Republicans. One of them is Jen Kiggans, a congresswoman who...
Trump’s rejection of wind projects scrambles GOP politics before midterms
President Donald Trump's attempts to cancel offshore wind projects have drawn opposition not only from environmentalists but also from Republicans.
Trump's disdain for wind projects creates a political storm for Republicans in coastal Virginia
President Donald Trump's attempts to cancel offshore wind projects have drawn opposition not only from environmentalists but also from Republicans.
Who are the candidates running for Oregon House District 18?
Rep. Rick Lewis, R-Silverton, is retiring. Five Republicans filed for the seat. Here's what to know about the candidates.
Democrats could actually retake the Senate. Here are the races to watch.
The map still favors Republicans, but Trump’s declining popularity --- particularly on the economy --- makes Democrats’ once long-shot bid to retake the Senate more feasible than ever before.
Trump’s political headwinds pile up after gerrymandering, Iran setbacks
New polls showed voters prefer Democrats on the economy for the first time since 2010 and Republicans disapprove of Trump’s handling of inflation.
Republicans’ Likely Strategy as Midterms Near: Negative Campaigning
Republicans are likely to fall back on a tried-and-tested strategy for the midterms: Going negative.
Ohio Senate race fundraising points to political headwinds for Republicans
This week, a Bowling Green State University poll found Husted leading Brown by three points, within the poll’s 3.9% margin of error.
Video: Why Are Politicians Dropping So Many F-Bombs?
Times reporters had a hunch that politicians were using the F-word more than ever. So they analyzed the data and found an interesting trend: Democrats are swearing far more than Republicans. Our reporter Kellen Browning breaks down why.
Ashley Moody, Alex Vindman will both face Primary battles to get on November ballot
Angie Nixon will face off with Vindman for the Democratic nomination while four other Republicans joined a GOP Primary with Moody.
Billionaire blitz: Steyer's $132 million campaign dwarfs rivals in California governor race
Steyer has spent $132 million of his own money on his California campaign, but he remains in a tight race with less-funded Democrats and Republicans.
Welcome to the Resistance, Gerrymandering Texas Republicans
The new congressional seats Texas Republicans delivered for Trump by redistricting appear to have been canceled out—and then some—by Democratic states. Oops.
Lawyer for Epstein survivors calls Republicans considering a pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell ‘insulting, stupid’
Politics Friday: Will Michele Tafoya's public profile transfer to politics?
It has been 20 years since Republicans last won a statewide race in Minnesota. Friday at noon, former sports broadcaster Michele Tafoya makes her case for why she can prevail in the U.S. Senate race.
Republicans running for Ohio's election chief want to dump drop boxes
Republican candidates for Ohio Secretary of State want to ditch election drop boxes, an option that came under fire from now-President Donald Trump following his 2020 defeat.
A New Worry for Republicans: Latino Catholics Offended by Trump
In 2024, the president made significant inroads with Hispanics. But in a competitive Arizona congressional district, voters now express dismay at his feud with the pope.
Dems jockeying for Newsom endorsement give passing grades on issue that ignited 'poop map' crisis
Democratic candidates gave Newsom no lower than a B-minus on homelessness, drawing sharp criticism from Republicans at a California gubernatorial debate on Wendesday.
Louisiana GOP passes bill to keep elected Black New Orleanian from taking office
Louisiana Republicans April 23 rammed through legislation to keep Calvin Duncan, a wrongfully convicted Black man and attorney, from taking office as New Orleans’ Clerk of Criminal Court, a move
Republicans fail to attach SAVE America Act to party-line funding package
Senate Republicans Tom Tillis, Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins and Mitch McConnell voted against a voter ID amendment to the GOP immigration enforcement funding bill.
Defeated Virginia Republicans regroup for last chance fight to save House majority
Virginia's redistricting fight heads to the state Supreme Court after a judge declared ballot language unconstitutional and blocked certification.
Republicans often ignore Trump’s socialistic moves. Spirit Airlines could test that
For more than a year, Republicans in Washington have largely stood by as President Donald Trump staged a series of remarkable government interventions into private business.
The ‘Make America Healthy Again’ Movement Is Cooling on Trump and Republicans
Vaccine skeptics, ‘organic moms’ and environmental activists came together toelect President Trump. Butsome voters are disillusioned and might not turn out again.
Michigan congressman Tom Barrett in the crosshairs of gas price politics
The surge in fuel prices has Republicans like Tom Barrett who campaigned against high fuel costs on the defensive heading into November's election.
House Republicans Ask ActBlue C.E.O., Regina Wallace-Jones, to Testify
The request is a significant escalation of G.O.P. pressure on the liberal fund-raising organization over its vetting of donations.
U.S. Senate votes to advance $70 billion funding plan for ICE, Border Patrol
Two Republicans - Senators Rand Paul and Lisa Murkowski - opposed the measure.
Who Approves of Congress? Virtually No One | WSJ Politics Newsletter for April 23
Plus, Pete Hegseth fires Navy secretary, John Phelan, and Republicans worry that their redistricting strategy may have backfired.
Senate Republicans bypass Democrats to advance $70bn ICE and border patrol plan in ‘vote-a-rama’– US politics live
Republicans deploy measure known as budget reconciliation to push through plan without backing from Democrats during lengthy late-night vote
Republicans pressure Ron DeSantis to redistrict in Florida after Virginia Democrats’ win
Senior Republicans in Washington are ramping up the pressure on Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis to lead a redrawing of his state’s US House map after Virginia Democrats triumphed in potentially flipping four seats in their favor. A special session to consider redistricting in Florida is slated to start Tuesday, but no map has been publicly released. A DeSantis spokesperson did not respond to a CNN inquiry about its status. Key Republicans involved in redistricting say they’ve been kept largely in the dark on DeSantis’ plans. There’s no coordination on the state level because of strict state rules around partisan gerrymandering, and no maps have been officially circulated within Florida’s congressional delegation either.
Democrats dominate midterm fundraising, but Republicans have a huge cash advantage
The latest campaign finance reports show Democratic enthusiasm in key House and Senate races, but national Republican groups have far more in the bank to potentially spend down the road.
Senate takes key step toward funding ICE and border patrol with only GOP votes
With Congress still at a stalemate over how to end the Department of Homeland Security shutdown, Senate Republicans took a key step to tee up a party-line measure funding the most controversial immigration programs — and eventually reopen the government completely.
Senate GOP rams through blueprint to bankroll ICE, Border Patrol through end of Trump era
Senate Republicans adopted a budget resolution funding ICE and Border Patrol for President Donald Trump's full term, advancing the reconciliation process to fund immigration enforcement.
Senate Plunges Into Vote Marathon as G.O.P. Advances ICE Funding Boost
Republicans pressed to pass a budget plan with a $70 billion increase for immigration enforcement. But first, in an overnight session, they beat back Democratic proposals aimed at lowering costs.
Senate rejects measures meant to lower the cost of gas, groceries
Senate Democrats, in a fierce political battle over immigration enforcement funding, forced Republicans to vote on measures meant to lower costs.
Two Republicans break with party as GOP defeats budget amendment to lower health care costs
Senate Republicans on Wednesday voted against an amendment sponsored by Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (N.Y.) to create a point of order against any future budget reconciliation bill that d…
Trump brings his nonsense about mail-in ballots to Republicans’ Virginia defeat
President Donald Trump has lied for years that elections Republicans lost fair and square were “rigged” by mail-in ballots. On Wednesday, he brought his familiar playbook to the aftermath of the Virginia redistricting referendum Republicans lost on Tuesday.
Virginia follows California, approves ballot measure to redistrict mid-decade
It’s been less than six months since California voters approved a new congressional map that could enable Democrats to flip as many as five House seats now held by Republicans. Now, Virginia is following the same playbook.
House Republican proposes small-business tax cut to pair with GOP federal budget package
Some congressional Republicans are hoping to tack on tax and other spending proposals to an effort to fully fund the Department of Homeland Security.
Gerrymandering has a long history in US politics
Gerrymandering is proliferating in states across the U.S. Republicans and Democrats alike have been redrawing voting districts for the U.S.
Michigan congressman in the crosshairs of gas price politics
In 2023, Tom Barrett used $4-a-gallon gas to win a mid-Michigan seat in Congress. Now he's playing defense amid high gas prices under GOP leadership.
WATCH LIVE: Senate meets as Republicans try to secure DHS funding through budget reconciliation
Virginia congressional map vote could embolden Florida Republicans to push for boundary changes, says Jeffries
House Democratic leader says result should serve as a warning to Ron DeSantis after latest blow to Donald Trump’s redistricting battle