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The last, best hope for the Colorado GOP
If the Colorado Republican Party desires to retain any relevancy, let alone wrest back any of the levers of political control in the state, it needs to elect Barb Kirkmeyer in the June 30 primary. To be sure, Kirkmeyer would be a solid candidate for governor in any case, whether or not she shared the […]
‘Inner party turf wars’ hang over annual Florida Republican convention
Byron Donalds and state party chair Evan Power also detailed how they plan to frame Florida’s moderate Democratic candidates as progressives.
Bill Cassidy accuses Trump of treating Congress as ‘merely an appendage’
Out-going Louisiana senator’s rebuke over Iran war is rare instance of a Republican politician standing up to Trump
Americans now live longer in Democratic-held House districts. Here’s why
Even as health care issues rise in the 2026 campaign debate, new data show that far more House Republicans than Democrats represent districts where the most residents face major medical challenges — and lack health insurance.
Michigan GOP primary for governor sees fierce fights but little debate
Michigan's primary for governor shows Republican unity on a policy agenda even as candidates fight over their loyalty to President Donald Trump.
GOP candidate with same name as senator can stay on Alaska ballot, judge rules
Supporters of incumbent Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan say a challenger with the same name is not running in “good faith,” but a judge says that is not an issue.
3 million Americans have dropped Obamacare health coverage over past year, after Republicans let federal subsidies expire
KFF expects the total number of people in the government healthcare program to continue to decline throughout the year, potentially to a low of about 17.5 million from 19.2 million now.
Bill Barr says Todd Blanche isn't 'a toady,' urges senate to confirm Trump's AG pick
Bill Barr argues Todd Blanche's relationship with Trump is a strength, urging Senate Republicans to confirm him as attorney general amid GOP reservations.
After ousting Bill Cassidy, Donald Trump faces fresh test of his sway with GOP voters in Louisiana’s Senate runoff
Louisiana Republican voters already rejected an incumbent senator who was crossways with President Donald Trump. In a primary runoff on Saturday, they’ll decide whether to follow Trump’s lead in choosing a new nominee.
Man with same name as US Sen. Dan Sullivan is eligible for Alaska's primary ballot, judge rules
An Alaska judge has ruled that a man with the same name and party affiliation as Alaska Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan is eligible to challenge the senator in the August primary
Trump-backed Letlow faces Fleming in Louisiana GOP Senate runoff
President Donald Trump’s choice for U.S. Senate in Louisiana is seeking to secure the GOP nomination and deliver another win for the president in his effort to replace Republicans who crossed him
National Science Foundation finds no violations in Texas A&M research security contract
U.S. Rep. John Moolenaar, a Michigan Republican who chairs the House of Representatives' select committee on China, had urged the NSF to pause funding for a project known as SECURE.
Trump news at a glance: president tests out a new ‘red scare’ ahead of midterms
Republican strategists believe rise of Mamdani could present opportunity to tag Democrats with most extreme views of the left – key US politics stories from Friday 26 June
Audio: RFK Jr. urges Libertarian candidate to drop out race to help GOP keep House
OutFront obtains audio of US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. urging a Libertarian congressional candidate in Iowa to drop out of the race to improve Republicans’ chances of winning - and keep control of the House. Rick Stewart, who had no prior relationship with RFK Jr., tells Erin Burnett it’s “ludicrous” a Trump cabinet official would make such an offer.
House Republican reacts to changing politics under Trump
Republican Rep. Dusty Johnson spoke to NBC News' Garrett Haake about his recent loss in the primary to become the governor of South Dakota, and how he feels about the current political environment under President Trump.
EAST TEXAS POLITICS: Railroad commissioner, ag commissioner candidate clash on data centers
Texas Railroad Commissioner Wayne Christian, a Republican, and Democratic nominee for Texas Agriculture Commissioner Clayton Tucker, who hold opposing views on data centers, talked with Blake Holland for this week’s edition of East Texas Politics on East Texas Now. .
Democratic candidate challenging Rep. Lawler on her bid to ‘tear down political silos’
New York U.S. House candidate and combat veteran Cait Conley (D) joins Meet the Press NOW following her primary win. She faces incumbent Republican Rep. Mike Lawler in one of November’s most closely watched races as Democrats try to flip the House.
‘It’s a bad time to be a normal’: House Republican on current political environment
Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-S.D.) reacts to President Trump's decision to cancel the signing of the bipartisan housing affordability bill. Rep. Johnson also discusses the president’s Iran strategy and the current political environment.
House Science Republicans Examine Grant Fraud
Committee Democrats argued the hearing was a distraction and an excuse to slash spending.
Live Results: Louisiana midterm primary runoffs
Louisiana Republicans will nominate a candidate for U.S. Senate in a primary runoff Saturday, six weeks after denying Republican U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy a shot at a third term.
Texas Democrats meet for convention amid questions about party unity
Democrats see state Rep. James Talarico, D-Austin, as the best opportunity to flip the long-held Republican U.S. Senate seat and want to see how he will win over Black voters.
Whole Hog Politics: It was voters, not Senate Republicans, who forced Trump’s hand on Iran
The early returns are in, and we can pretty safely say that Americans like the peace with Iran but strongly dislike the war that it ended. The truce is shaky, with hour-by-hour challenges that seem...
Texas school board to vote on required Bible readings in public education
If approved by the Texas State Board of Education, which is controlled by Republicans, the reading list would take effect in 2030.
Trump election bill fight brings House business to a halt
A Republican revolt over President Donald Trump's election overhaul bill has thrown the House into disarray.
Trump election bill fight brings House business to a halt
A Republican revolt over President Donald Trump's election overhaul bill has thrown the House into disarray.
Whole Hog Politics: It was voters, not Senate Republicans, who forced Trump’s hand on Iran
[Watch Whole Hog Politics live: Join us today at 9 am ET at TheHill.com as Chris Stirewalt and host Bill Sammon break down this week’s political news and answer questions from a live online audienc…
This Democratic congresswoman almost helped elect a Republican speaker
Rep. Marcy Kaptur (D-Ohio) explains why she contemplated supporting Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-California) in 2023 with an extremely rare crossover vote.
Blakeman slams Lander in TV interview over Israel stance
On Thursday, the Republican doubled down in a statement to NY1.
Trump keeps turning Republican wins into loyalty tests
President Donald Trump’s moves on housing, FISA, Iran and Washington projects are creating new headaches for Republicans trying to show voters they can govern.
Trump’s fixation on election overhaul bill derails GOP agenda on Capitol Hill
A nasty feud over President Donald Trump’s elections overhaul push has further crippled an already-dysfunctional Congress, leaving Republicans unable to move on critical elements of their agenda.
Kurt Zellers out in shakeup at Minnesota Business Partnership
The lobbying group replaced with co-interim CEOs, a former state director for Amy Klobuchar and a Republican aide.
Trump Keeps Undercutting Republicans’ Message, Squandering His Own Trifecta
Divisions between the president and his party on Capitol Hill have muddled Republicans’ midterm pitch to voters, and have crippled the G.O.P. at what should be the peak of its power.
Two NC lawmakers, a Democrat and a Republican, push Congress to delay SNAP changes
Above the federal penalty threshold, NC could owe $140M a year, putting at risk a program that helps over 1.2 million North Carolinians.
Survey finds Roy Cooper continues to hold double digit lead in N.C. Senate race
A new survey finds former North Carolina governor Roy Cooper leading former Republican National Committee Chair Michael Whatley by double digits in the pivotal Senate race in November.
RFK Jr. urged Iowa candidate to make deal to help GOP win House seat, per audio recording
The health secretary urged Iowa Libertarian candidates to drop out of key races to help Republicans keep control of Congress, according to interviews and a recording obtained by The Post. The effort highlights mounting GOP anxiety over the battle for the House.
Texas Democrats head to convention with optimism, but questions about November remain
The Texas Democratic Convention begins Thursday in Corpus Christi. The three-day convention features several national and statewide figures in the party — this while polls show Democratic candidate James Talarico essentially even with his Republican opponent for U.S. Senate, Attorney General Ken Paxton.
Political strategist on the growing tensions between Trump and Senate Republicans
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with political strategist Alex Conant about President Trump's tense meeting with Republican senators on Capitol Hill.
Senate Republicans reject war powers resolution after Trump-Cassidy clash
The late-night vote came hours after a fractious meeting that included a shouting match with President Donald Trump over some senators’ opposition to the conflict.
Commentary: Why Archie Bunker voters are disillusioned with U.S. politics
The 1970s “All in the Family” stalwart supported law-and-order, cultural conservatism and strong labor unions, values to which many Republicans have gravitated, while Democrats evolved into a constituency that adopted identity…
Politics in the Park: GOP gubernatorial candidates share visions for Wyoming governor
CASPER, Wyo. — Three Republican gubernatorial candidates shared their views on a myriad of topics spanning taxation, energy production, resource rights
Politics in the Park: GOP gubernatorial candidates share visions for Wyoming governor
CASPER, Wyo. — Three Republican gubernatorial candidates shared their views on a myriad of topics spanning taxation, energy production, resource rights
Under pressure from Trump, Republican-led Senate reverses course on Iran
The chamber rejected a resolution to force Trump to end the war after he criticized Republicans for undermining his administration’s negotiations.
Closed-door outburst turns into victory for Trump’s Iran negotiations
Senate Republicans flipped to reject Democrats' Iran war powers resolution, handing Trump a key win as U.S.-Iran peace deal talks continue on.
Trump berates Senate Republicans over Iran war vote, calls off bill signing
Trump canceled a scheduled signing ceremony on a housing bill that passed both chambers overwhelmingly this week
‘He named names’: Trump’s Senate meeting explodes into shouting match over Iran
Trump's meeting with Senate Republicans devolved into a shouting match over Iran war powers, with Sen. Bill Cassidy confronting the president directly.
Jasmine Crockett’s silence could hurt James Talarico’s U.S. Senate chances in November
The Dallas congresswoman, Talarico’s erstwhile rival in the Democratic primary, has yet to say whether she’ll campaign for him in the general election against Republican Ken Paxton.
Trump abruptly cancels signing housing bill, blindsiding Republicans
Trump is pressuring senators to focus on his proof-of-citizenship voting bill even though it doesn't have the votes to pass
Trump says he won't sign major housing bill until Congress passes SAVE Act
The president's announcement came at an awkward time for House Republican leadership, coming just as they were speaking at a press conference about the importance of the bill in addressing affordability.
Trump abruptly cancels signing housing bill, blindsiding Republicans
Trump is pressuring senators to focus on his proof-of-citizenship voting bill even though it doesn't have the votes to pass
Trump abruptly cancels signing housing bill, blindsiding Republicans
Trump is pressuring senators to focus on his proof-of-citizenship voting bill even though it doesn't have the votes to pass
Trump cancels plan to sign major housing bill as he fights with Congress over the SAVE Act
Just hours before heading to Capitol Hill, Trump called the big, bipartisan housing bill Republicans hope to run on in the fall “of minor importance.”
Abortion rights fight underscores key themes in Maine’s U.S. Senate race
Four years ago today, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe vs. Wade. In the majority of that decision was Justice Brett Kavanaugh, who Republican U.S. Sen. Susan Collins of Maine had voted to confirm after he had told her the landmark decision was “settled law.”
Political consultant on whether Trump is losing GOP support after war powers vote
NPR's A Martínez asks Republican political consultant Doug Heye about whether Trump is losing support among congressional Republicans after the Senate voted to limit his war powers on Iran.
Political consultant on Trump is losing his party's support after war powers vote
NPR's A Martínez asks Republican political consultant Doug Heye about whether Trump is losing support among congressional Republicans after the Senate voted to limit his war powers on Iran.
Donald Trump has endorsed these candidates in Michigan midterms
President Donald Trump has endorsed Republicans in Michigan's 2026 midterm election, including in key races for U.S. Senate and governor.
Trump to Meet With G.O.P. Senators Amid New Divisions
The president has been unhappy with pushback from Republican senators and a resistance to abandoning the filibuster to pass new voting restrictions.
After clashes, Senate Republicans prepare to talk it out with Trump
Trump’s relationship with some members has deteriorated — not least because he helped to defeat two of them in GOP primaries.
Trump is growing tired of hearing ‘no’ from Thune. GOP senators are lining up behind the majority leader
President Donald Trump may be the head of the Republican Party, but when it comes to the Senate, Majority Leader John Thune is still in charge.
Utah GOP Rep. Trevor Lee, known for inflammatory posts, ousted in GOP primary
Bob Stevenson beats incumbent state Rep. Trevor Lee in the Republican primary for Utah's House District 16 race.
Fired Navy Admiral Wins Democratic Runoff in South Carolina’s 1st District
Democrats expect Nancy Lacore to run a competitive general election despite the district’s Republican leaning.
Cait Conley wins Democratic primary to face Rep. Mike Lawler
The Army vet will now try to oust the Republican incumbent in a district that favored Kamala Harris in 2024.
The politics of masculinity: GOP tests new line of attack against Talarico
Republican criticism of Democratic U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico is focused not only on his politics, but also on his manliness.
Maryland Democrats pick their U.S. House nominees as Moore wins primary for governor
Rising party star Gov. Wes Moore won the Democratic primary in his bid for reelection to a second term. Republican voters hope to return the state to GOP leadership by picking a candidate they think can unseat him.
Wilson wins GOP nomination for South Carolina governor after Trump hedges his bet on race
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson won a runoff election on Tuesday, swiftly routing the candidate initially endorsed by President Donald Trump to be the Republican nominee for governor.
Trump’s midterm liabilities on display in visit to toss-up district
A campaign-style appearance in Pennsylvania revealed the delicate position of Republicans facing tough reelection fights. They still need Trump’s voters, but are increasingly cautious about embracing him too closely.
Senate votes to block Trump from resuming Iran war
The Senate passed the first war powers resolution since the start of the Iran conflict, but Republicans argue it does not have the force of law.
Ken Paxton and James Talarico are neck and neck in U.S. Senate race, new poll finds
The vast majority of Republicans indicated they had moved on from the bitter GOP primary and now support Paxton. Talarico had commanding leads among independents and moderates.
Trump endorses John James in Michigan governor race as GOP rival exits primary
President Donald Trump issues full-throated endorsement of U.S. Rep. John James for Michigan governor prior to the Republican gubernatorial primary
Tucker Carlson says he will no longer support the Republican Party
Longtime conservative commentator Tucker Carlson said on a podcast that “there’s no chance I would support the Republican Party” ahead of the November midterm elections, dismissing the political affiliation he’s defended as a pundit for decades, including as one of Fox News Channel’s most popular hosts.
Tucker Carlson says he will no longer support the Republican Party
The comments come two months after Carlson expressed regret for supporting President Donald Trump.
Top Republican, 84, Ignores Health Crisis in New Statement
The octogenarian lawmaker has yet to explain his absence from Capitol Hill.
Tucker Carlson says he’ll no longer support the Republican Party
Carlson had been one of Fox News Channel’s most popular hosts
Tucker Carlson says he’ll no longer support the Republican Party
Carlson had been one of Fox News Channel’s most popular hosts
Tucker Carlson says he'll no longer support the Republican Party
Tucker Carlson says he won’t support the Republican Party ahead of the November midterm elections
Sen. Dan Sullivan’s same-name challenger sues to stay on ballot
A man with the same name and party affiliation as Alaska Republican US Sen. Dan Sullivan on Monday challenged a decision by a top state elections official to disqualify his candidacy and remove him from the August primary ballot.
A Kennedy, a former Republican, and a political insider: Meet the crowded field of Democrats running in NY-12
GOP runoff wins, Tuberville lawsuit reshape Alabama politics
Republican runoff victories, a new Tuberville lawsuit and dismal turnout reveal Alabama’s power struggles heading into the general election season.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Utah’s state primary
Utah voters will nominate candidates for Congress Tuesday using a new map that created a Democratic-friendly district in Salt Lake City and scrambled the reelection plans of the state’s all-Republican delegation
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in South Carolina’s state primary runoff
Two of South Carolina’s top officeholders will compete one-on-one for the Republican nomination for governor in a primary runoff election on Tuesday
Analysis | Republicans are meddling in Democratic primaries. Their record is mixed.
This practice is not entirely unusual as the midterms approach.
In Utah House Race, Progressives Assail Democrat Who Backed Abortion Restrictions
Ben McAdams, a moderate former congressman, faces a handful of left-wing opponents in a rare opportunity for a Democrat to win in a Republican state.
Voters weigh what kind of Democrat they want for Utah's new, blue Congressional seat
The reliably Republican state has its first blue-leaning seat and Utah Democrats are excited for the pickup opportunity. They just have to make it through the competitive primary, first.
Republicans buy crypto more than Democrats, data shows
"There's a massive, massive partisan gap," of crypto adoption between Democrats and Republicans. Here's why.
Young men are flocking to a Florida campaign shaking up Republicans
Conservative investor James Fishback continues to draw fervent, youthful crowds on colleges campuses. But he has rankled the GOP elite.
How Trump’s Fragile Agreement With Iran Is Shaping the Midterms
Democrats say the president started an economically painful war that resulted in nothing positive. Republicans are more divided, even as they show some signs of relief at falling gas prices.
Lincoln Day Dinner: GOP gubernatorial candidates talk growth, business, preserving Tennessee culture
Two candidates in Tennessee's gubernatorial race discussed growth, business recruitment and preserving Volunteer State values at Saturday's Lincoln Day Dinner, the Hamilton County Republican Party's largest annual fundraiser.
The power of delegates: How Indiana Republicans pick statewide nominees
Every two years, Indiana Republicans gather for their state convention to nominate candidates for statewide office. In midterm election years, delegates choose the party’s nominees for secretary of state, treasurer
Key Senate Republicans aren't impressed with the shaky Iran peace deal
The Republican chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee said planned payouts to Iran would make an Obama-era deal look like a \
Blaise Ingoglia stretches fundraising lead in CFO race
The former Republican Party of Florida chair is pressing his advantage as summer heats up.
Illinois GOP chair says Obama Center is political operation on public land
Illinois Republican Party Chairman Bob Grogan says the Obama Presidential Center functions as a political operation and headquarters for the Obama Foundation rather than a traditional presidential library.
Politics: Cook Political Report shifts IA-02 race to “Lean R”
Just three weeks on from Iowa’s primary election, the nonpartisan Cook Political Report has shifted the race for Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District from “Likely Republican” to a tighter “Lean Republican,”
David Jolly banks $255K more as Dotie Joseph launches late long-shot gubernatorial bid
The former Republican is in good shape with less than two months before the Primary.
When will Trump let Republican hopefuls make moves to succeed him?
We recently assessed the large field of Democrats who could run for president in 2028 and are already making moves in that direction.
This week in politics: How Schuylkill County’s legislators voted
The PA House of Representatives was in session this past week and passed 16 bills. Let’s take a look at how Schuylkill County’s legislators voted on notable pieces of legislation. PA General Assembly HB 2084, PA Promise – Improving Co…
Week in Politics: U.S.-Israel ties; Trump and Vance oppose ceasefire critics
President Trump and his vice-president pushed back against critics of the agreement to extend the ceasefire with Iran. Some Republican lawmakers have found the agreement wanting.
GOP bullish on political impact for Republicans of Trump MOU with Iran
Republicans are largely skeptical that President Trump’s deal with Iran will deliver a geopolitical win, but they are bullish about its impact on the midterms, with gas prices already droppin…
Republican U.S. Senate Candidate visits Marquette County west end business
Republican Candidate Mike Rogers visited Robbins Sports Surfaces in Ishpeming Friday afternoon
U.S. Small Business Administration ‘actively working’ to create veterans resource center in Idaho
BOISE (Idaho Capital Sun) — At the request of U.S. Sen. Jim Risch, the federal Small Business Administration is looking at establishing a new, Idaho-based office dedicated to supporting veterans, military members and their spouses. Risch, an Idaho Republican, wrote to the head of the Small Business Administration, Kelly Loeffler, on June 9, asking to […]
After recent losing endorsements, Donald Trump hedges his bet in South Carolina governor’s race
After recent losses by other candidates he backed, President Donald Trump hedged a major bet Friday by endorsing both of the Republican candidates for South Carolina governor.
Business group backs Becerra, sparking GOP anger as progressives preach caution
Republican Steve Hilton blasted CalChamber’s endorsement as “Stockholm syndrome,” saying business groups are chasing access, not change.