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As ACA subsidies expire, voters cite health costs as top economic worry, survey finds
Health costs are top of mind for voters as the 2026 midterm elections loom in November.
Prison Stocks Tumble With ICE Backlash Stoking Business Angst
Wall Street investors who drove a massive surge in the shares of the two biggest private prison operators when President Donald Trump won the US election are seeing the trade fizzle out barely a year into his second term.
Another Crisis. Another Offramp. And Washington Chugs Along.
Plus, Tulsi Gabbard has spent months probing the 2020 election and Trump is set to name his pick to lead the Fed.
F.B.I. Search in Georgia Shows Trump’s Willingness to Pursue 2020 Grievances
The search might also be a harbinger of things to come, signaling the president’s disposition to use the powers of law enforcement to intervene in election matters as the 2026 midterms approach.
Ex-Attorney General Eric Holder speaks out on the FBI’s seizure of 2020 election ballots
Tim Walz says he’s done with politics: ‘I will never run for office again’
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz declares "I will never run for an elected office again" amid massive fraud scandal that forced him to abandon 2026 re-election bid.
Hungary Business Confidence Drops as Orban’s Stimulus Falls Flat
Hungarian business confidence dropped sharply at the start of the year, reversing recent gains in another blow to Prime Minister Viktor Orban before parliamentary elections.
Americans Are More Worried About Health Care Costs Than Gas or Groceries
The price of health care tops the US public’s long list of economic worries ahead of the midterm elections, according to new polling data, as “affordability” has become a buzzword championed by politicians on both sides of the aisle.
The cost of health care, not food or rent, is now Americans’ top worry
As politicians prepare their pitches for the midterm elections, a survey finds that about 1 in 3 Americans are “very worried” about health care costs.
Health Care Costs Tops the Public’s Economic Worries as the Runup to the Midterms Begins; Independent Voters Are More Likely to Trust Democrats than Republicans on the Issue
Heading into this midterm election year, the cost of health care tops the public’s economic anxieties and more than 4 in 10 voters say the issue will have a major impact on their vote, this KFF Health Tracking poll finds.
KFF Health Tracking Poll: Health Care Costs, Expiring ACA Tax Credits, and the 2026 Midterms
Looking ahead to the midterm elections, health care costs are the public’s top economic concern, and many voters say the issue will have a major impact on their vote. On health care issues, including the cost of health care, voters currently trust Democrats more than Republicans, though neither party has an advantage on addressing the overall cost of living. Following the expiration of the ACA enhanced tax credits, two-thirds of the public say Congress did the “wrong thing” by not extending them.
Tim Walz says he'll never seek elected office again
The Minnesota governor unexpectedly announced this month that he wouldn't run for re-election.
NFL Hall of Fame snubs Bill Belichick and sports world is gagged: 'I can't be reading this right'
Sports figures from Patrick Mahomes to LeBron James expressed shock and outrage after news broke that Bill Belichick failed to gain Hall of Fame election on his first ballot.
The week in politics (Jan. 28, 2026)
On Wednesday's show: From special election runoffs to the fallout from shootings in Minneapolis, we discuss the latest developments in politics in our weekly roundup.
Starmer Attack on Reform Candidate Shows His Future on Ballot
Keir Starmer stepped up his attacks on Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party ahead of a special election that could decide the prime minister’s political future.
Starmer speaks to Burnham after by-election row
Sir Keir rejects claims that Andy Burnham was told in advance he would not be accepted as a by-election candidate.
Scenes From President Trump’s Iowa Visit
President Trump is scheduled to speak in Clive as he returns to Iowa for a second time in his second term ahead of the mid-term elections.
Virginia Democrats’ redistricting push is dealt a setback by state court
A state court on Tuesday blocked Virginia Democrats’ redistricting effort, delivering a setback to the party’s plans to redraw congressional lines ahead of November’s midterm elections.
Largest Entertainment Arena In US Partners With Cannabis Businesses To Sell THC Drinks At Concerts And Sports Games
The largest entertainment arena in the U.S. is entering into a historic partnership with two cannabis drink brands, with plans to provide adult guests with a selection of hemp-derived THC beverages to enjoy. The brands—Señorita and RYTHM—announced the years-long partnership with the United Center in Chicago on Tuesday. Adults 21 and older will have the […]
When might Asheville's post-Helene small business program begin?
Asheville's post-Helene Small Business Support Program could take its next step with the selection of organizations to administer local grants.
‘Frightening situation’: Bangladesh elections haunted by political violence
At least 16 political activists have been killed since elections were announced in December.
Marseille’s drug war reshapes France’s political battlefield
A surge in violence is dominating the mayoral contest as French politics gears up for next year’s presidential election.
On Politics: The unwritten rule of politics Mamdani faces with 11 inches of snow
There’s little that bedevils a New York City mayor quite like a snowstorm.John Lindsay, running for re-election in 1969, could not get Queens properly plowed, and 42 people across the city would end up dead. Neither Michael Bloomberg nor Bill de Blasio encountered such carnage, but each of them faced down snow-related controversies: the billionaire Bloomberg for apparently being at his Bermuda retreat when snow struck the city in late 2010, and Bill de Blasio, in early 2014, for not allegedly sufficiently plowing the Upper East Side.Now it’s Zohran Mamdani’s turn to confront the snow. The 34-year-old newly-elected mayor, wildly popular with young leftists, must prove he can manage the city through a monster snowstorm. Partisanship is out the window. More than 11 inches fell on Central Park by the end of Sunday — a Jan. 25 record — and extreme cold is expected to remain in the city for the rest of the week.New Yorkers will, to a degree, be in danger. And it’ll be up to Mamdani to prove he can lead.
Burnham blocked: Has Starmer messed up?
Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey discuss the fallout from the NEC’s decision to block Andy Burnham from standing in the Gorton and Denton byelection. Plus, Pippa previews her trip to China with Keir Starmer
Eleanor Holmes Norton Files to End Re-election Campaign
It was not clear whether Washington’s 88-year-old veteran delegate, who has been in declining health but has insisted she would seek re-election, was aware of the filing.
Longtime DC Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton is ending her reelection campaign for Congress
The District of Columbia’s longtime delegate is closing out her career in Congress
DC Delegate Holmes Norton files to end her reelection campaign
Eleanor Holmes Norton, the longtime nonvoting delegate for Washington, DC, moved Sunday to end her House reelection campaign as the 88-year-old Democrat faces questions about her fitness for office.
Rebuffed Burnham can return to honing his stature and attack lines
Greater Manchester mayor will not be tested in tough byelection or against PM for now, but can continue to pose speculative threat
Grassroots politics begins at local precinct caucuses
Both parties’ caucuses are an opportunity for citizens to discuss candidates and issues that matter to them.
Takeaways from the first Texas Senate Democratic primary debate
The first debate in the Texas Senate Democratic primary on Saturday revealed few policy differences between US Rep. Jasmine Crockett and state Rep. James Talarico. The contrast was instead between their styles and the approaches each would take to try to flip a Republican-held seat. No Democrat has won a statewide election in Texas in more than three decades.
Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs over China deal
The warning comes days after Mark Carney delivered a speech in Davos, where he opined on the changing face of global politics since Trump's election.
Josh Shapiro dishes on Harris VP search, Biden and Trump in new book
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro says he was offended by questions about his support for Israel that Kamala Harris' team asked while vetting him.
Trump endorses Spartz, other Indiana members of Congress for re-election. Here's who else
"Congressman Jim Baird is a Tremendous Champion for the Great People of Indiana’s 4th Congressional District!," Trump wrote.
Trump lawyers urge Supreme Court to block California's new election map while upholding Texas'
Texas hopes to elect five more Republicans to Congress, while California would like five more Democrats.
Gov. Tina Kotek brings business leaders to the table to jump-start Oregon’s economy
The governor's push to spur economic growth comes months ahead of the 2026 gubernatorial election.
Early voting suspended Sunday in races to fill Mamdani, Hoylman-Sigal seats
The special elections will be held on Feb. 3.
'Pick an office, any office’: For California Democrats, any job will do
Several candidates are moving to undercard contests or local elections to maintain a semblance of power.
Why these swing voters say they’re frustrated with Trump : The NPR Politics Podcast
NPR reporters observed focus groups of 14 swing voters from Pennsylvania. We discuss why these voters, who backed President Trump in the 2024 election, feel frustrated with Trump and why they say the latest immigration enforcement tactics have gone too far.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, political correspondent Ashley Lopez, 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.
Gilt Yields Rise, Sterling Falls as Political Uncertainty Resurfaces in U.K.
A local district election could usher in the return of Andy Burnham, reports suggested, providing a route back to parliament for the current mayor of Greater Manchester, seen as a figurehead for those on the left of the ruling Labour Party.
Ahead of re-election bid, Donna Deegan announces new slate of town hall meetings
Voters will get to ask the Mayor questions all around the city through the end of March.
US government warns it will take action if Haitian politicians destabilize country
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The U.S. warned the transitional council in charge of Haiti against making changes to the troubled country’s government on Wednesday, as pressure mounts for the unelected body to move toward elections for the first time in a decade.
US government warns it will take action if Haitian politicians destabilize country
The U.S. has warned the transitional council in charge of Haiti against making changes to the troubled country’s government, as pressure mounts for the unelected body to move toward elections for the first time in a decade
Inside the Push to Protect Candidates From Political Violence Ahead of 2026 Elections
Two leaders of a political security group talked about what they’re seeing and hearing.
Second House committee backs Michael Owen's Hillsborough Superintendent election bill
If HB 4027 ultimately clears the Legislature, Hillsborough County voters would decide the issue.
Omitted Henderson 'backs' Farrell's squad decision
Iain Henderson says he "would love" to continue playing for Ireland as long as he can despite missing out on Six Nations selection.
WATCH: Trump brags about making CEOs 'very rich' at World Economic Forum reception
The president spoke to a wealthy audience at the Davos economic forum in Switzerland as Republicans back home press him to focus on affordability, a top concern for Americans getting squeezed by higher prices ahead of the midterm elections.
Many young Trump voters think women 'should follow' men, poll finds
A massive new survey finds Gen Z and millennial Trump voters think 'the man should lead' in relationships and want more 'masculinity' in U.S. culture.
WATCH: Trump says 'people will soon be prosecuted' for 2020 election outcome
Surprise Xbox Developer Direct Sale 2026 goes live on Microsoft Store
With Microsoft's next big Xbox showcase on the horizon, a new Xbox Developer Direct Sale has just gone live with big discounts on a selection of games.
Matt McCullough joins race to replace Matt Carlucci on Jacksonville City Council
The field continues to expand with more than a year before the First Election.
After Minneapolis, Democrats confront political vulnerabilities to battle Trump on immigration
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats had planned to campaign in the midterm elections on affordability and health care, two issues where Americans are particularly unhappy with President Donald Trump.
After Minneapolis, Democrats confront political vulnerabilities to battle Trump on immigration
Democrats are rethinking their midterm election strategy due to the controversial immigration crackdown in Minnesota
After Minneapolis, Democrats Confront Political Vulnerabilities to Battle Trump on Immigration
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats had planned to campaign in the midterm elections on affordability and health care, two issues where Americans are particularly unhappy with President Donald Trump. But the aggressive immigration crackdown in Minnesota, including the killing of an American mother during a ...
Democrat heads to runoff in Republican-heavy Macon area Georgia Senate seat
A crowded state Senate special election in a Republican stronghold has again resulted in a Democratic candidate securing a spot in next month’s runoff.
Special election could delay Greeley's major entertainment district
Trump administration admits DOGE accessed personal Social Security data
A DOGE employee signed an agreement to share Social Security data with the aim of overturning election results in certain states, according to a new court filing.
Hall of Fame election: Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones inducted, Alex Rodriguez falls well short
With no obvious first-ballot Hall of Famers up for a vote, two outfielders reached Cooperstown after a combined 13 years of waiting.
Inter Milan 1-3 Arsenal: Gabriel Jesus and Viktor Gyokeres give Mikel Arteta selection headache as Gunners win again in Europe
Report as Arsenal beat Inter Milan 3-1 at San Siro in the Champions League; Gabriel Jesus scored twice to hand the Gunners victory; Arsenal guarantee place in round of 16 after securing top-eight finish; watch Arsenal vs Man Utd live on Sky on Sunday - kick-off 4.30pm
Elon Musk is spending big money on politics again
Last year, Musk swore off political spending. Now, he's reportedly made his biggest political contribution since the 2024 election.
White House, states plunge into power market politics
Eastern grid operator PJM didn't directly address a proposal from a coalition of governors and the Trump Cabinet to restrain escalating costs tied to data
Dual citizenship: Bangladesh’s latest political flashpoint before elections
A divide over whether dual citizens should be allowed to contest is threatening Bangladesh's February elections.
In absence of Special Election, HD 113 hopeful calls for candidate meetings on future policy
‘Our district will be grateful and the winner of the November election will be in a better position.’
Political scientist David McLennan on the political environment and the pivotal elections in 2026
Meredith College political scientist and pollster, Prof. David McLennan joins us to discuss some of the top issues making news in the New Year, how Americans are responding, and what that may say about the political environment as we look ahead to some pivotal elections…
The State of Politics: 250 Deadlines in Crowded Political Year
April, August, November elections dominate packed political calendar.
A year into Trump’s second term, Iowa voters offer clues for the midterm elections
Shanen Ebersole is smiling, keeping an eye on her cows as they graze. Calving season is soon, so election season will have to wait.
Thai Political Party Floats State Matchmaking to Fix Birth Rates
With the birth rate in Thailand falling fast, one political party jockeying for position ahead of the country’s snap election next month reckons it has the answer: step in to help citizens find love.
Shapiro says Harris’ vetting team asked whether he was ‘an agent of the Israeli government’
A number of forces on the left questioned Josh Shapiro’s ties to Israel during Kamala Harris’ rushed running mate selection process in 2024. In his new memoir out next week, the Pennsylvania governor says the former vice president and her vetting team were among them.
Texas’ party primaries shape the state’s politics. So why do so few voters participate?
Historically, Texans mostly skip voting in primary elections. That fact changes everything about who ends up being elected – from their ideology to possibly even their party.
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 …
WATCH LIVE: Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger's address to state's General Assembly
Two presidential elections, two seismic shifts... (Politics+) : The NPR Politics Podcast
In today's bonus episode, Don Gonyea (national political correspondent) and Deepa Shivaram (White House correspondent) each share the "most" memorable story they've worked on. Don talks about a moment in the 2016 presidential election when he started seeing a key voting group for Democrats shift to then-candidate Donald Trump. Deepa recalls the day President Joe Biden dropped out of the 2024 race and her experience covering Kamala Harris' first campaign rally as the presumptive Democratic nominee. Listen to find out how you can submit a most-type question for us to answer in a future bonus episode! To unlock this and other bonus content, and get sponsor-free listening, sign up for NPR Politics Podcast+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Regular episodes haven't changed and remain available every weekday!
Texas’ party primaries shape the state’s politics. So why do so few voters participate?
November’s elections may seem far away, but the 2026 midterms are very much in full swing. With Republicans and Democrats releasing ads targeting their opponents and asking for campaign donations.
Texas' party primaries shape the state's politics. So why do so few voters participate?
Historically, Texas voters mostly skip voting in primary elections. That fact changes everything about who ends up being elected – from their ideology to possibly even their party.
AP analysis shows 10% of U.S. House members have announced they're not running for reelection
Dozens of U.S. House members have announced they are not running for reelection. Some are seeking other offices, while others are retiring after decades of service.
No, Trump can’t cancel the midterms. He’s doing this instead
Worried about losing unified Republican power in Washington and mystified at his lack of support among the public, President Donald Trump keeps talking about not holding the November midterm elections, when Republicans could lose control of the House, Senate or both.
Colorado’s wolves in the political crosshairs as Trump targets the state
A program to reintroduce the predators is essentially blocked, with Colorado leaders saying the state is being punished for jailing election denier Tina Peters.
Frank Lago, Gloria Romero Roses lead Primary fundraising for empty HD 113 seat
Nearly 2 months after the vacancy popped up, the Governor still has called a Special Election.
How ICE Tensions and Immigration Politics Could Shape 2026 Midterm Elections
Three reporters discuss the Minneapolis chaos and how it could play a role in the midterms.
Lina Teixeira won’t seek re-election, Sam Wilson expected to file to replace her
Wilson is currently a staffer for U.S. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna.
Vulnerable Republicans join Trump to tout rural healthcare plan
A number of Republicans facing uphill reelection bids in November were present at the White House for a rural health care roundtable with President Trump on Friday. The roundtable follows the…
Texas’ party primaries shape the state’s politics. So why do so few voters participate?
Historically, Texas voters mostly skip voting in primary elections. That fact changes everything about who ends up being elected – from their ideology to possibly even their party.
Why Jenrick’s Reform Defection Fractures UK Political Right
The dramatic sacking of a senior Conservative and his defection hours later to Nigel Farage's Reform UK all-but ended the chances of any deal to unite the British right, confirming the next general election as the most widely contested in decades. Some Tories had held out hopes they could forge a pact with the insurgent Reform party that has rapidly eclipsed them in voter affections. The fallout from leader Kemi Badenoch's shock decision to fire her rival Robert Jenrick on Thursday put that further from reach. Our UK Politics Reporter James Woolcock joined Caroline Hepker and Lizzy Burden on Bloomberg Radio to discuss. (Source: Bloomberg)
US politics in 2026: Trump abroad, America turns 250 and the midterm elections
What to look out for in US politics in 2026.
Showing new optimism, Schumer says Democrats have a path to take back Senate majority this year
The upbeat take on the November Senate elections flies against past results in some states and skepticism from some non-partisan political analysts.
Lombardo touted women’s sports measure as ‘vote getter’ that could help his re-election
Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo called his newly announced ballot initiative to block transgender women from female sports a part of his “game plan”to win his 2026 gubernatorial re-election bid, according to audio obtained by The Nevada Independent
WATCH: Trump was 'simply joking' about canceling the election, Leavitt says
Asked about a comment President Donald Trump made earlier this week about canceling U.S. midterm elections, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said "he was speaking facetiously."
Rep. David Valadao voted to keep health insurance credits but cut Medicaid. Why?
Will Rep. David Valadao’s health care votes help or hurt his re-election chances?
Trump launches ‘Great Healthcare Plan,’ touting grab bag of initiatives
The proposal, coming ahead of the midterm elections, falls far short of President Donald Trump’s promises to deliver a replacement for the Affordable Care Act.
R.I. Governor McKee’s next big decision: Judges
In an election year, McKee has several significant openings to fill in the judiciary.
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One cure for sour feelings about politics − getting people to love their hometowns
Fostering a sense of pride in local communities increases citizen participation, including, at a bare minimum, voting in municipal elections.
Eighteen House Ratings Shift Toward Democrats
Ten months out from Election Day, it’s increasingly clear that Democrats are in a strong position to win control of the House this November.
World Sports Photography Awards 2026 winner revealed
BBC Sport and the World Sport Photography Awards present a selection of the world's finest sporting images from this year's competition
More than 20 England council elections likely to be delayed until 2027
Third of councils affected by overhaul from two-tier to unitary authorities ask for postponement
TikTok Blocks Thai Politicians From Paying for Ads Before Poll
Social media platform TikTok said it would block Thai election candidates from paying for advertising or monetizing their content during the election campaign period.
Federal judges allow California to use new Democrat-friendly map ahead of 2026 election
A federal three-judge panel on Wednesday allowed California to use a new voter-approved US House map that is designed to boost Democrats in the 2026 midterms.
Sunday early voting curtailed for some counties in March primaries
At a meeting Tuesday, Jan. 13, the N.C. State Board of Elections adopted early voting plans for 12 counties, but not without public opposition.
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.
Supreme Court Sides With Conservative Congressman in Illinois Election Rules Challenge
The question in the case was not a mail-in ballot rule itself but whether political candidates have the right to challenge the rules governing the vote count in their election.
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.