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Abc Newspolitics13 hrs ago
August primaries in Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota test Democratic candidates
Primaries scheduled for early August will select Democratic nominees for Senate seats in Michigan and Minnesota and the gubernatorial race in Wisconsin. The contests feature candidates with differing approaches to fundraising and policy priorities.
Yonhapworld22 hrs ago
Jung Chung-rae Joins Five-Way Race for Democratic Party Leadership, Denies Presidential Ambitions
Jung Chung-rae declared his reelection bid for Democratic Party leader on July 13. He faces four challengers in the August 17 national convention. The winner will oversee candidate nominations for the 2028 parliamentary elections.
politics2 days ago
Democratic House candidate addresses past comments on Black lawmakers
William Lawrence said his 2024 podcast remarks were taken out of context and regretted his wording. The comments resurfaced after publication by The Huffington Post on Saturday.
New York Postpolitics2 days ago
Democrats Organize Pledge Supporting Capitalism and National Pride
Rep. Tom Suozzi and Rep. Adam Gray launched a "Promise to America" pledge after DSA-backed candidates defeated incumbents in recent primaries. The effort follows a Gallup poll showing declining support for capitalism among Americans.
uctoday.compolitics2 days ago
Maine Democrats schedule July 25 convention to select Senate nominee
State party officials will hold a convention on July 25 to choose a replacement for the withdrawn candidate. Several Democrats who lost the recent gubernatorial primary have begun early fundraising and campaign efforts.
Washington Examinerpolitics3 days ago
California governor says he will back Democratic nominees including socialist candidates
The governor stated he will campaign for any Democrat who wins a party nomination. He described internal party differences as healthy and pointed to past policy shifts that later gained wider acceptance.
Nbc Newspolitics3 days ago
Maine Democrat Jordan Wood says he would continue Graham Platner's ideas but reject his endorsement
Jordan Wood, a Maine Democrat running for Senate, stated he would advance the same policy ideas as Graham Platner while declining his endorsement. Wood described the movement as larger than any single individual.
cnet.compolitics3 days ago
New York primary winner endorses candidate in Michigan Senate race
Brad Lander, who defeated an incumbent House Democrat in New York, endorsed Abdul el Sayed for the Democratic nomination in Michigan's Senate race. Lander cited shared policy positions on foreign policy and domestic priorities.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics4 days ago
Maine Democrats Pick Convention to Choose Senate Nominee Replacement
The state committee voted Wednesday night to select a replacement through a nominating convention rather than a caucus. Multiple candidates have entered ahead of the July 27 certification deadline after the prior nominee withdrew.
dailykos.compolitics4 days ago
Pennsylvania senator criticizes Vermont senator over Maine Senate candidate support
A Pennsylvania senator said a Vermont senator should apologize for backing a Maine Senate candidate who suspended his campaign after sexual misconduct allegations. The Vermont senator had previously urged the candidate to withdraw.
dailykos.compolitics5 days ago
Maine brewery owner enters Senate race after candidate faces rape accusations
Dan Kleban, owner of Maine Beer Company, announced interest in the Democratic Senate nomination following accusations against Graham Platner. Kleban previously suspended his own campaign last October.
Washington Examinerpolitics5 days ago
California governor starts national tour after 2028 poll shifts
The governor starts a multi-state trip Thursday to visit Nevada and Southern states. Recent betting market data show his 2028 nomination odds have declined while other candidates have risen.
dailykos.compolitics5 days ago
Maine Democratic Party Seeks Senate Candidate Replacement by July 27 Deadline
Graham Platner faces pressure to withdraw from the Maine Senate race after a sexual assault allegation. State law requires the party to select a replacement by July 27 if he drops out before July 13.
nymag.comworld5 days ago
New Democrat Coalition Action Fund backs five House candidates
The New Democrat Coalition Action Fund announced support for five Democratic candidates seeking House nominations. The endorsements target districts viewed as competitive in the upcoming election cycle.
nbcnews.compolitics6 days ago
Sen. Ruben Gallego withdraws endorsement of Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner after rape allegation
Sen. Ruben Gallego rescinded his endorsement of Maine Senate nominee Graham Platner on Monday following a rape allegation reported by Politico. The Arizona Democrat had previously withdrawn support from Eric Swalwell amid separate misconduct claims.
en.antaranews.compolitics6 days ago
U.S. Support for Israel Faces Growing Domestic Pressure
A senior Democratic figure visiting Israel called for ending unconditional U.S. backing. The statement comes as public opinion in the United States shows signs of shifting.
en.globes.co.ilworld6 days ago
Former U.S. official to call for changes in U.S.-Israel ties during Tel Aviv speech
A former U.S. official and potential Democratic presidential candidate will deliver remarks in Tel Aviv criticizing Israeli policy and proposing new conditions on U.S. support. The speech comes as polls show declining Democratic backing for Israel.
Washington Examinerpolitics6 days ago
Michigan Senate Primary Draws Focus After McMorrow Exit
State Sen. Mallory McMorrow left the Democratic primary race. Progressives backed Abdul El Sayed while establishment figures supported Rep. Haley Stevens. The contest is viewed as a test of whether progressive candidates can win statewide in a battleground state.
jns.orgpolitics6 days ago
Maine Senate candidate faces calls to withdraw after rape allegation
Democratic officials and organizations withdrew support for Graham Platner on Monday following a rape allegation made by a Maine resident. The candidate denied the claim and said he was considering next steps.
Semaforpolitics7 days ago
Rahm Emanuel to Tell Israeli Audiences U.S. Support Should Be Contingent on Actions in Gaza and Iran
Rahm Emanuel will deliver remarks in Israel this week stating that U.S. backing should depend on Israeli actions in Gaza and Iran. Semafor reported the former ambassador also called for reforms to U.S. alliances with Israel and NATO.
nbcnews.compolitics7 days ago
Primary challenges defeat three Democratic incumbents in New York and Colorado
Three House incumbents lost Democratic primaries last week after facing progressive challengers. All three had previously opposed the current administration.
politics7 days ago
Michigan Democratic primary narrows to two candidates after third drops out
The Michigan Senate Democratic primary is now a contest between a moderate U.S. representative and a former county health director. A state senator ended her campaign on Sunday, citing poll and fundraising shortfalls.
Fox Newstechnology7 days ago
New York Assembly Member Posts Message Linking Palestinian Cause to Domestic Policy on Fourth of July
Claire Valdez wrote on X that she would fight for liberation from Palestine to Puerto Rico along with a Green New Deal. The post drew responses from several commentators. Valdez won a Democratic primary in June for a House seat covering Brooklyn and Queens.
jns.orgpolitics8 days ago
Shapiro Says Democratic Primary Wins by Socialist Candidates Will Force Party Debate on Core Beliefs
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro discussed recent primary results during a July 5, 2026 CNN interview. He expressed differences with one winning candidate and referenced party divisions last seen in 1992.
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news.google.compolitics8 days ago
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro Says He Differs With New York Democratic Primary Winner
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said he holds profound differences with Darializa Avila Chevalier during a Sunday CNN interview. Chevalier won the Democratic primary for New York's 13th Congressional District on June 23.
jns.orgpolitics8 days ago
Trump Labels Democratic Primary Winners as Godless Communists
President Trump has described several winning Democratic primary candidates as communists at recent campaign events. The remarks come as Republicans seek to frame the midterm elections around ideology rather than economic concerns.
politics9 days ago
DSA-Backed Candidates Defeat Two Incumbent House Democrats in Primaries
New York Post reported that Democratic Socialists of America candidates won recent primaries against sitting members of Congress. The victories precede comments from a DSA leader about influencing the 2028 presidential race.
theconversation.compolitics10 days ago
Heat Affects U.S. 250th Celebrations as Ukraine and Russia Trade Gains
Extreme heat poses risks to planned U.S. anniversary events on July 4. Russian forces have slowed their progress in Ukraine amid Ukrainian counteractions. Democratic Party internal divisions could affect midterm prospects.
nbcnews.compolitics11 days agoUpdated
Ocasio-Cortez Endorses Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan Senate Primary
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez endorsed Abdul El-Sayed on Thursday in the Democratic primary to succeed retiring Sen. Gary Peters. The move is her first contested Senate primary endorsement this cycle.
news.sky.compolitics11 days ago
Former Vice President Harris Holds Call With New York City Mayor After Primary Wins
Former Vice President Kamala Harris spoke by phone with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani days after three candidates he endorsed won congressional primaries. Axios reported the call occurred on Thursday and covered the future of the Democratic Party.
nbcnews.comworld11 days ago
Candidate defeats incumbent in Colorado Democratic primary
Melat Kiros won the Democratic primary for Colorado's 1st District on June 30, 2026. She defeated the three-decade incumbent by emphasizing criticism of U.S. foreign policy and social issues.
politics11 days ago
Democratic Socialists win primaries ahead of midterms
Democratic Socialists secured several primary victories this year. Party leaders are assessing how these results affect their strategy for the November midterms and efforts to regain a congressional majority.
world12 days ago
Democratic Socialists of America candidates win primary in Colorado's 1st Congressional District
A Democratic Socialists of America candidate defeated a longtime incumbent in a Colorado congressional primary. The winner previously criticized U.S. policy toward Israel and described certain events as inevitable.
nbcnews.compolitics12 days ago
Anti-establishment candidates win several Democratic primaries in Colorado
Voters in Colorado selected several progressive candidates over longer-serving office-holders in Tuesday's Democratic primaries. The results come as the party prepares for November midterm elections.
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New York Postpolitics12 days ago
Kamala Harris Calls New York Mayor and Michigan Candidate After Primary Wins
Former Vice President Kamala Harris spoke by phone with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and met Abbas Alawieh in Detroit. The outreach followed left-wing wins in New York primaries last week. Harris also spoke with DNC member James Zogby.
politics12 days ago
Anti-establishment candidates defeat incumbents in Colorado Democratic primaries
Voters in Colorado's Democratic primaries backed several challengers over long-serving officeholders on Tuesday. Results showed wins for candidates aligned with the Democratic Socialists of America in Denver and the 8th Congressional District.
nbcnews.compolitics12 days ago
Colorado Primary Winner Says She Will Not Back Jeffries as House Leader
Melat Kiros defeated 15-term incumbent Rep. Diana DeGette in Tuesday's Democratic primary for Colorado's 1st District. The 29-year-old candidate stated she will not support House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries if he accepts corporate PAC money.
thewire.inpolitics12 days ago
Harris Calls New York City Mayor Mamdani to Discuss Party Future After His Candidates Win Three Races
Kamala Harris spoke by phone with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani last Thursday. The call addressed the Democratic Party's direction after Mamdani-backed candidates won three congressional primaries in the city.
cnbc.compolitics12 days agoUpdated
Mamdani-Backed Slate Wins New York City Democratic Primaries
Candidates endorsed by New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the Democratic Socialists of America defeated several incumbents in competitive congressional primaries across the city. The results follow similar challenger victories reported earlier in Colorado.
foxnews.compolitics12 days ago
Democratic Socialist Candidate Defeats Incumbent in Colorado Primary
A 29-year-old nominee won the Democratic primary for Colorado's 1st Congressional District on Tuesday. The candidate previously described the October 7 attacks as inevitable and declined to label the attacks antisemitic.
dailykos.comworld12 days ago
Colorado Democrats nominate attorney general for governor, reject senator
Colorado Democrats selected their attorney general as the nominee for governor over a sitting U.S. senator. In Denver, an incumbent representative trailed a challenger backed by the Democratic Socialists of America.
cnbc.compolitics13 days ago
Primary winner says community input needed before speaker endorsement
A newly elected Democratic candidate stated she will consult residents before deciding whether to support the current House minority leader for speaker if Democrats regain the majority. The comment came during a television appearance the day after her primary victory.
nbcnews.compolitics12 days agoUpdated
Democratic socialist defeats longtime House incumbent in Colorado primary
Melat Kiros, a 29-year-old first-time candidate, won the Democratic nomination for Colorado's 1st Congressional District on June 30, 2026, defeating U.S. Rep. Diana DeGette. The result adds to recent progressive primary victories in New York.
nypost.comworld13 days ago
Colorado Democratic primaries pit progressives against party leaders
Voters in Colorado cast ballots Tuesday in Democratic primary contests that pit younger progressive candidates against established party figures. Results could alter the party's direction in state and federal races.
thegatewaypundit.compolitics13 days ago
Colorado Democrats hold primaries for governor, House and Senate seats
Voters decide nominees Tuesday in several Democratic contests, including the governor's race and a Denver-area House primary. The outcomes will set the party's candidates for November in a state that has favored Democrats in recent presidential elections.
The New Yorkerpolitics13 days agoUpdated
Democratic Primary Challengers Defeat Incumbents in Four New York Congressional Districts
Voters in four New York congressional districts selected new Democratic nominees on primary day. The outcomes reflected divisions over U.S.-Israel policy and local political alignments.
jns.orgpolitics13 days ago
Fetterman Says Democratic Party Has Shifted Toward Socialism After Progressive Primary Wins
Sen. John Fetterman said Sunday that recent wins by Democratic Socialists of America candidates represent a shift toward extreme positions. Two DSA-backed candidates prevailed in New York House primaries, and a controversial candidate won the Maine Senate primary in June.
politics13 days ago
Democratic Socialists of America Back Primary Challengers in Colorado Races
The Democratic Socialists of America is supporting candidates in several Colorado Democratic primaries scheduled for Tuesday. Races include the 1st Congressional District, the 8th Congressional District, and the U.S. Senate nomination.
Fox Newspolitics14 days ago
Democratic Socialists win New York House primaries, ousting two incumbents
Democratic Socialists of America candidates defeated Reps. Adriano Espaillat and Dan Goldman in New York Democratic primaries last week. Moderate Democrats expressed concern over the results while Republicans said they plan to highlight the victories in the midterms.
msnbc.compolitics14 days ago
DNC Omits Maine Senate Nominee From Photo of Top Candidates
The Democratic National Committee left one Senate nominee out of a photo used in a fundraising appeal. The image showed five other Democratic candidates running in competitive races this cycle.
abcnews.go.comworld14 days ago
Democratic Socialist Candidates Win Local Elections
Democratic socialist candidates recorded victories in several local races. The results reflect voter support in specific districts.
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ZeroHedgefinance14 days ago
Former President Biden Heckled During Maryland Speech
Former President Biden spoke at a Democratic Party event in Maryland on Saturday night. Audience members interrupted the speech with chants, and video showed him having difficulty leaving the stage afterward.
nypost.comworld14 days ago
House Democrat says Democratic Party hard-left turn talk is overblown
A House Democrat stated Friday that claims the Democratic Party is shifting sharply left are overstated. The remarks followed primary wins by democratic socialists in several races.
channel4.comworld14 days ago
House Democrats Divided Over Amendment to Cut Israel Aid
Democratic lawmakers differed on an amendment that would remove $3.3 billion in military assistance to Israel from a State Department funding bill. The measure, offered by a Republican representative, is scheduled for a floor vote next week.
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politics14 days ago
Denver Democratic Primary Tests Incumbent Against Socialist-Backed Challenger
Voters in Colorado's 1st Congressional District will choose between a 15-term incumbent and two challengers in Tuesday's Democratic primary. The race has drawn outside spending and attention over candidate positions on Israel and congressional tenure.
slate.comworld14 days ago
Democratic Policy Group Releases Online Child Safety Framework
Project 2029, a liberal policy group formed as a counterweight to Project 2025, released a plan to narrow Section 230 protections and restrict social media access for minors. The proposal includes bans on accounts for children under 16 and limits on data collection.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics14 days ago
Democratic Socialists of America target primaries in Colorado, Michigan, Wisconsin
The group plans to back candidates in upcoming Democratic primaries after recent wins in New York City. The effort focuses on three states with contests scheduled in the coming weeks.
sbs.com.aupolitics15 days ago
GOP Analysis Projects House Gains in New York Despite Low Trump Approval
A National Republican Campaign Committee analysis says Republican candidates are positioned to gain House seats in New York this November. Democratic Party officials called the projection unrealistic and pointed to President Trump's low favorability ratings in the state.
nbcnews.compolitics15 days ago
Former president speaks at Maryland Democratic event
A speaker at a Maryland Democratic gala addressed the audience and later required assistance leaving the stage. Party organizers have scheduled additional events under a "Fight Back & Win" label.
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cnbc.comworld15 days ago
Moderate House Democrats express concern after primary losses to party left wing
Moderate House Democrats said they expect internal conflict after several party centrists lost primaries to candidates backed by the party's left wing. One unnamed moderate House Democrat told Axios that a war was coming and described the incoming members as bomb-throwers rather…
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