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James Uthmeier makes the case for Evan Power to win in CD 2
The Attorney General praised the job Power has done leading the state GOP.
Trump called Sen. Tim Scott after lawmaker condemned image of Obamas
President Trump called GOP Sen. Tim Scott after the South Carolina Republican publicly urged the president to remove a reposted video depicting former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama as apes.
GOP businessman Rinke rules out run for governor, noting state party struggles
The Bloomfield Township businessman said he researched his chances but has doubts about the Republican Party’s ability to unite around a candidate.
GOP Ignoring Rise in Health-Care Costs Won’t Make It Go Away
As Republicans fail to address rising Obamacare premium costs for 20 million Americans, it’s becoming a more and more potent midterms issue.
N.Y. Assembly GOP leader won't run again, will step down from leadership
Will Barclay currently represents the 120th state Assembly District, which includes Oswego County and parts of northern Cayuga and Jefferson counties.
Supreme Court, with no dissents, rejects GOP challenge to California's new election map
With newly drawn maps, California may elect five more Democrats to Congress while Texas elects five more Republicans.
Supreme Court lets California use congressional map that favors Dems
In a move that will make it harder for the GOP to keep control of Congress, the Supreme Court said the state can use a congressional map that favors Democrats.
Maine GOP calls for tax cuts, not checks
Last week in her final State of the State Address, Mills, a Democrat running for the U.S. Senate, laid out what she called her “affordability agenda.” That includes $300 checks to about 725,000 Mainers who make less than $75,000 a year.
GOP congressman says he doesn’t see how Trump could avoid subpoena in congressional Epstein probe
MAHA has reshaped health policy. Now it's working on environmental rules
MAHA activists who want to hold corporations accountable for harming Americans’ health have found an unlikely ally in a GOP-led Environmental Protection Agency.
Which House GOP lawmaker voted against ending shutdown?
Only one Republican ultimately voted against advancing a government funding bill, which moved ahead on a 217-215 vote.
What a Democratic upset that sent ‘shockwaves’ through the Texas GOP could mean for November
Democrat Taylor Rehmet flipped a Texas Senate seat in deep-red Tarrant County over the weekend. Now, the surprising win is raising alarms for Republicans in Texas — and beyond — ahead of November's midterm elections.
Democratic victory in deep-red Texas district casts a pall over GOP plans to keep the House
Democrat Taylor Rehmet won a Texas state Senate district by 14 points after Trump carried it by 17 points in 2024. The state is a key battleground in the midterms.
Republicans can’t stop doing the one thing they should fear most
The Supreme Court is the GOP’s most durable power center. It makes no sense for them to endanger that source of power.
Deal to Reopen Government on Shaky Ground in the House
Some hard-line House Republicans have balked at the deal Senate Democrats struck with President Trump to fund the government, complicating its path to enactment.
Plan to end government shutdown survives key House hurdle after Trump quells GOP rebellion threats
The House is preparing for a crucial vote on a Senate compromise to end the partial government shutdown.
2016 was a big year for Indiana, which delivered the GOP nomination to Donald Trump
Haven't you heard? 2026 is the new 2016.
President Trump endorses John E. Sununu in closely watched N.H. race for US Senate
John E. Sununu is competing with Scott Brown, a fellow former US senator, for the GOP nomination, while Chris Pappas leads in the Democratic primary to see who will succeed Jeanne Shaheen.
Why Democrats’ upset in a Texas state Senate race is a big deal
Even amid a series of panic-inspiring results for the GOP, a new outcome in Texas stands out.
Speaker Mike Johnson says he's 'confident' shutdown will end by Tuesday
Despite his one-vote majority in the House and weather-related challenges, the GOP speaker said the partial shutdown won't last long.
GOP Sen. Ron Johnson pans Democrats’ proposed DHS reforms: They are ‘neutering our ability to enforce any immigration laws’
Q&A: Commissioner Justin Rodriguez explains why county government is becoming a political battleground
Texas' largest counties have frequently run up against the state's GOP in its quest to innovate, putting a bigger spotlight on their leaders.
Democrats narrow GOP House majority as Menefee wins Texas special election
After Menefee is sworn in, Democrats will have 214 House seats. Republicans currently hold 218, giving House Speaker Mike Johnson a razor-thin majority.
'The party left me': Longtime Indiana lawmaker is leaving the GOP
Rep. Ed Clere said he won't run for re-election and will campaign for New Albany mayor as an independent.
A US House special election in Texas will narrow the GOP majority even further
Voters on Saturday will select one of two Democrats in a runoff election to fill a vacant US House seat, further narrowing Speaker Mike Johnson’s already razor-thin Republican majority.
Democrats Menefee and Edwards compete for a House seat that will narrow GOP's slim majority
Democrats Christian Menefee and Amanda Edwards are competing for a vacant U.S. House seat from Houston
Senate passes government funding deal despite GOP backlash
President Donald Trump made a deal with Democrats to carve out Homeland Security funding and allow Congress to debate new restrictions on federal immigration raids across the country.
Schumer says both parties ‘working to get it done’ as Senate GOP works to resolve funding holdup ahead of midnight deadline
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer said as he entered the US Capitol on Friday that Democrats are pushing ahead on a funding deal to avert a prolonged government shutdown.
Former State Sen. Brett Lindstrom out of Nebraska’s 2nd District GOP race
Omaha City Councilman Brinker Harding is now the likely GOP nominee to defend the seat Bacon holds in the 2nd District.
After town hall attack, Ilhan Omar condemns ‘terrorizing’ immigration push and criticism from GOP
Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar ignored staffers’ pleas to end a town hall early and get a medical check Tuesday after a man rushed the podium and sprayed a substance at the Democratic congresswoman.
Pulaski County Sports and Entertainment to host Kayak Adventure Series in May
Pulaski County officials announced that it would be hosting the Kayak Adventure Series presented by GoPro on May 15 and 16.
Pulaski County Sports & Entertainment to Host Kayak Adventure Series
New River Revival Scheduled for May 15-16, 2026 Pulaski County Sports and Entertainment is pleased to announce that the Kayak Adventure Series (KAS) presented by GoPro will be coming to Pulaski County on May 15–16, 2026, bringing hundreds of anglers to the waters of the New River and Claytor Lake. The two-day event being called […]
Trump has a new problem in Minneapolis — a GOP-appointed judge
The Trump administration on Monday bowed to increasing pressure to change up its immigration crackdown in Minneapolis, after a second person was killed by federal agents. The White House replaced Greg Bovino with Tom Homan on the ground and signaled a more cooperative tone with local Democrats.
Alabama GOP candidate challenges Tuberville’s state residency
Ken McFeeters, who qualified for the Republican primary for governor, is filing a challenge against Tuberville's candidacy.
Sen. John Fetterman asks Trump to fire DHS chief Kristi Noem
The Democratic lawmaker known for his independent voting record and willingness to work with the GOP slammed Noem as "betraying" the agency.
Scientists Push for More Ambitious Climate Targets
Researchers say a line has been crossed. For systems like coral reefs and ice sheets, the climate is already past safe.
GOP lawyer Chris Madel ends bid for Minnesota governor, calls ICE effort a 'disaster'
Chris Madel — a Republican candidate for governor of Minnesota — has dropped out of the state's gubernatorial race, saying he no longer supports the immigration crackdown taking place in Minneapolis.
The GOP begins to balk at Trump’s heavy-handed immigration enforcement
For months, it’s been increasingly clear that President Donald Trump’s mass deportation push hasn’t gone well.
Another shutdown appears likely after Minnesota shooting prompts revolt by Democrats
The standoff has also revealed fractures among GOP lawmakers, who have called for a federal and state investigation into the shooting and congressional hearings.
GOP candidate makes stunning exit from Minnesota gubernatorial race
Republican Chris Madel made a stunning exit from the Minnesota governor’s race, saying he cannot support the national GOP’s “stated retribution on the citizens of our state."
ICE Shootings Are Freaking Out the GOP. They’re Afraid to Tell Trump.
Some lawmakers see the administration as squandering their strongest issues.
Republican drops bid for governor, citing GOP’s ‘retribution’ on Minnesota
Chris Madel said in a video posted to social media that ICE operations in his state have been an “unmitigated disaster” and that he “cannot support the national Republicans’ stated retribution on the citizens of our state, nor can I count myself a member of a party that would do so.”
Trump Changes Tack in Minnesota After Rare GOP Pushback
Trump is sending border czar Tom Homan to Minnesota as Congressional Republicans call for an investigation into the murder of Alex Pretti.
Chris Madel ends GOP bid for governor, says he can’t support federal ‘retribution’ against Minnesota
His exit comes as some other Republicans have started to distance themselves from the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown in the state.
Alabama Secretary of State says Trump-endorsed GOP opponent voted with ‘homemade fake ID’
Secretary of State Wes Allen and former Republican Party Chairman John Wahl are running for lieutenant governor.
GOP lawmakers demand investigations, suggest agents leave Minneapolis
A growing number of Republican lawmakers are breaking ranks and expressing criticism, and anger, over the killing of Alex Pretti by federal agents.
The biggest accelerant of our political tribalism
In years past, my go-to word in describing our political condition was “polarization.” I used it endlessly and still do on occasion. But as time has moved on, and the divide has only grown in depth and toxicity, polarization no longer seems to fully capture the magnitude of what has overtaken us. In its place, […]
Nebraska MBB Opponent Preview: Minnesota
The Golden Gophers are next…
Republicans move forward with plans for a midterm convention featuring Trump
The Republican National Committee voted Friday to hold a midterm political convention, launching an unusual GOP festival that President Donald Trump will headline in hopes of rallying supporters to focus on the critical fall fight for control of Congress.
Thune comes under GOP pressure to bypass Democrats on health care
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) is coming under increasing pressure from Senate Republican colleagues to bring health care legislation to the Senate floor amid fears of a Democratic wave…
Jack Smith defends decision to obtain SC Sen. Lindsey Graham’s phone records and other GOP lawmakers
Former special counsel Jack Smith said obtaining SC GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham’s phone records was routine and driven by evidence in the Trump investigation.
GOP proposal would require DPI to expand mental health services to Wisconsin high schoolers
A Republican proposal would require the Department of Public Instruction to expand access to mental health services for some Wisconsin high school students.
Why health insurers face new pressure from GOP on affordability
Policymakers would have to address underlying drivers of health costs to really do something about high premiums.
Wes Moore targets Maryland’s only GOP congressman with redistricting, but a powerful Democrat stands in his way
A commission convened by Maryland’s Democratic Gov. Wes Moore recommended a new congressional map Tuesday that targets the state’s lone Republican in the US House.
Stacy Hahn files to challenge GOP incumbent Donna Cameron Cepeda in Hillsborough Commission race
'We need common-sense leadership at the County Center.'
With Trump’s backing, Rep. Julia Letlow launches a primary challenge against Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy
Republican Rep. Julia Letlow has launched a run for US Senate in Louisiana, taking advantage of President Donald Trump’s endorsement to launch a primary battle against incumbent GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy, a source familiar with the matter said.
Ex-Trump ally Marjorie Taylor Greene rips the president's endorsements, saying they 'solidify the swamp'
Ex-Trump ally, former GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, issued a scathing critique of President Donald Trump's endorsement track record.
Amy Walter and Jasmine Wright on Trump's control of GOP lawmakers
GOP calls Trump its ‘secret weapon’ — but polls show warning signs heading into midterms
Trump's approval rating average sits at 42% as Republicans face significant midterm challenges, with polling showing erosion among Independents and on key issues.
Has Trump's control over the GOP in Congress waned? It's complicated.
Recent votes have made it clear: While the hold of Trump and GOP leaders on Republican rank-and-file remains strong, it's slipping in notable ways.
Alabama US Senate frontrunner won’t back down after Trump endorses GOP rival
Trump weighed in as Republicans compete for the seat being vacated as Sen. Tommy Tuberville runs for governor.
Trump endorses possible primary challenger to Sen. Bill Cassidy in Louisiana
President Trump pledged to back GOP Rep. Julia Letlow if she launches a bid in the Louisiana Senate race.
RFK Jr.’s MAHA movement becomes wild card for GOP in 2026
The Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement is a wild card ahead of this year’s midterm elections. President Trump and parts of the Republican Party have aligned his …
Winner and Loser of the Week in Florida politics
The House is starting Session fast, Florida has a new Supreme Court Justice, and GOP candidates for Governor continue to falter.
Trump vows to ‘take out’ Indiana GOP leader over redistricting fight
President Trump said he is working with a conservative ally to oust Indiana Senate Majority Leader Rod Bray after the chamber blocked a congressional redistricting plan.
Analysis: The GOP’s non-interventionist phase is over
We’re still waiting to find out whether President Donald Trump follows through and strikes Iran after the country violated his red line by killing lots of protesters. While Trump said he’s received assurances that “the killing has stopped,” he’s kept the possibility of military action on the table – which would mark a significant escalation even for the increasingly militaristic Trump.
How Republicans criticize Trump without criticizing him: From the Politics Desk
Plus, some cracks in GOP support for Trump's foreign policy agenda.
GOP request to stop Whitmer admin from spending blocked funds granted
A Court of Claims judge stopped the spending of funding previously disapproved by House Republicans as a legal battle over that move plays out.
Illinois Republican governor hopefuls target JB Pritzker as Rick Heidner apologizes for past Democratic donations
At a forum of Illinois Republicans running for governor, Rick Heidner tries to explain contributions to former Cook County State’s Attorney Kim Foxx and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson.
Trump Presses GOP to Move Health Plan as Premium Hikes Loom
President Donald Trump urged Republican lawmakers to quickly move on a White House healthcare plan, seeking to shift the narrative on an issue that threatens his party’s hold on Congress with millions of Americans facing premium hikes or the risk of lost coverage.
When Texas Republican John Cornyn became a senator, Bush was president. Will he survive Trump's GOP?
Four-term Texas Sen. John Cornyn is in the political fight of his career.
‘Resetting’ the GOP health care vision
President Donald Trump released his health care affordability plan Thursday — a sweeping blueprint pressuring Congress to cement many of his executive actions into law.
Trump’s health plan puts the blame on industry for high costs
The president is jettisoning the GOP’s corporate allies in a bid to inoculate his party from voters stressed by the cost of living.
GOP congressman splits with Trump over Greenland 'buffoonery'
In an interview, GOP Rep. Don Bacon slammed the president's efforts to take over Greenland, warning it could lead to his impeachment.
Trump lays out new framework to address health costs
The framework is an acknowledgement the GOP could face blame for health care affordability in the midterms.
GOP Cuts Will Cripple Medicaid Enrollment, Warns CEO of Largest Public Health Plan
Martha Santana-Chin, a daughter of Mexican immigrants, last year took the helm of L.A. Care, the nation’s largest publicly operated health plan. She warns that looming federal cuts will push up to 650,000 people off L.A. Care’s Medicaid rolls by the end of 2028.
Energy affordability takes center stage at Florida GOP annual meeting
Republican leaders say voters want lower power bills, grid security, and an all-of-the-above energy strategy.
Trump, GOP kill Senate bill to curb military action in Venezuela
The White House's efforts to quell Senate Republican opposition to its actions in Venezuela came to a head with a maneuver to kill a war powers bill.
Senate Republicans defeat Venezuela war powers resolution
Two of the five GOP senators who joined with Democrats to advance the resolution last week flipped.
Senate GOP shields Trump from limits to his war powers in Venezuela after president’s pressure campaign
Senate Republicans blocked an effort to curb the Trump administration’s military action in Venezuela, a victory for the president who was incensed that some Republicans tried to tie his hands on a key foreign policy.
Congressional redistricting effort in N.H. effectively dead, as sympathetic GOP lawmaker cites lack of ‘political will’
A key Republican state lawmaker in New Hampshire came out against a mid-decade redistricting proposal Wednesday, all but guaranteeing an end to the push to redraw the state’s congressional maps ahead of the 2026 election.
Who’s running for Marjorie Taylor Greene’s old seat?
The floodgates have opened for candidates running to represent former GOP Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s district in northwest Georgia.
GOP senators break with Trump on these 2 points
There's been important pushback from some Republicans in Congress. Their numbers are not large, but the GOP lawmakers who are breaking with the president are doing so, unmistakably, in two key areas.
Supreme Court revives GOP congressman’s absentee ballot suit that could spur more election litigation
The decision that may make it easier for other candidates to challenge voting laws – even if they ultimately win their election.
Republicans and Democrats argue over which party is improving affordability
Republicans on Tuesday cited tax cuts in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, while Democrats praised a recent vote to extend health care subsidies
Republicans and Democrats argue over which party is improving affordability
Republicans on Tuesday cited tax cuts in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, while Democrats praised a recent vote to extend health care subsidies
Powell's Made This Political: Sen. Marshall
Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS) shares his thoughts on the DOJ serving the Federal Reserve with subpoenas and whether or not he agrees with some of his GOP colleagues who will oppose any Federal Reserve nominations with this going on. Senator Marshall voices his support for President Trump's credit card interest rate cap proposal and discusses what's next on health care from the Senate. He speaks with Joe Mathieu and Julie Fine on the late edition of Bloomberg's "Balance of Power." (Source: Bloomberg)
DOJ's Fed probe sparks GOP backlash: From the Politics Desk
Plus, meet the new Trump super PAC megadonors.
How Trump's 'Don-roe Doctrine' is different than Bush-era GOP foreign policy : The NPR Politics Podcast
The Republican Party’s approach to world affairs has shifted from attempting to spread democratic values during the George W. Bush administration to “America First” in President Trump’s first term and now to something else entirely. We discuss what to make of Trump’s foreign policy agenda. This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, White House correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben, and senior national political correspondent Mara Liasson.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell and Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye.Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
Criminal Inquiry of Powell Draws Backlash From Some Republicans
Three Republican senators offered a rare rebuke of the Trump administration’s tactics, criticizing an investigation of the Federal Reserve chair.
Lawmakers could keep existing stocks under new GOP trading ban bill
House Speaker Mike Johnson has said that forcing lawmakers to divest their stock holdings could deter some people from running for Congress.
Trump threatened GOP senators who voted for War Powers resolution in 'angry' calls
After the vote, Trump threatened the senators with primary challenges, according to people with knowledge of the calls.
GOP Sen. Mullin defends Trump admin’s response to deadly ICE shooting
Florida GOP backs James Uthmeier for Attorney General
'United and focused on winning.'
Trump faces headwinds on Venezuela, health care as some Republicans break rank
A White House official said Republicans breaking with the president represent a "tiny fraction" of the congressional GOP.
Trump wades into stark GOP divisions: 5 takeaways as 2026 gets rolling
The first week of January was a busy one in Congress, where the GOP confronted a newly slim margin and divisions over health care and foreign policy.
Michigan lawmakers oppose using military to take Greenland: 'Ridiculous' and 'unwise'
Members of Michigan's delegation are against using the U.S. military to invade Greenland or take it by force, with one GOP rep calling it "unwise."