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Washington ExaminerDemocrats face questions over strategy after Trump leaves office
A political commentator and legal experts discuss how some Democrats have used criticism of President Trump as a primary campaign approach. The strategy may lose effectiveness once the president completes his term.
AxiosProgressive Democrats advance proposals targeting AI data centers and political funding
Several Democratic lawmakers have introduced measures to restrict data center construction, tax AI companies, and limit super PAC contributions linked to technology firms. The proposals include a moratorium on new data centers and investigations into water and electricity impacts…
Fox NewsMichigan Senate Candidate Says Democratic Party Has Antisemitism Problem
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Mallory McMorrow stated during a Michigan primary debate that the Democratic Party has an antisemitism problem. She described an incident at the Democratic National Convention in which an attendee directed an antisemitic slur at her Jewish husband…
koreaherald.comDemocratic Policy Group Releases Four Proposals Modeled on Project 2025
Project 2029 presented initial outlines for four domestic policy areas. The group plans to issue dozens more proposals before the 2028 election cycle.
thenation.comMassachusetts Representative Says He Would Not Vote for Maine Senate Nominee
Rep. Jake Auchincloss stated he hoped Maine voters would reject Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner. The congressman later clarified he was not endorsing Republican Sen. Susan Collins.
ABC NewsSouthern Democratic leaders urge DNC to keep South Carolina first in 2028 primary
Democratic chairs from five Southern states asked the DNC to maintain South Carolina's early primary slot. They cited the state's role in highlighting Black voter priorities ahead of the 2028 calendar decision.
NprTexas Democrat Maureen Galindo loses runoff election with 36 percent of vote
Maureen Galindo received 36 percent of the vote in Tuesday's runoff for a Texas congressional seat. Her opponent Johnny Garcia received 63.8 percent.
The HillDemocratic Socialism Term Gains Visibility After 2015 Speech
A 2015 address outlined policy positions including expanded federal programs and voting access. The speech preceded later primary contests and subsequent state and local candidacies. Current federal spending and debt figures are cited in relation to those proposals.
Fox NewsFormer Lawmaker Wins Democratic Runoff for Texas House Seat
Colin Allred defeated Representative Julie Johnson in a Texas Democratic primary runoff for a newly redrawn Dallas-area House district. The winner is expected to prevail in the November general election in the deep-blue seat.
Washington ExaminerColumnist Discusses Democratic Proposals on Supreme Court and Elections
Washington Examiner columnist Joe Concha discussed statements by Democratic leaders supporting changes to the Supreme Court. He addressed proposals to expand the court and alter the election system if Democrats regain power.
NewsweekDemocratic Representative Responds to Endorsement Accusations in Maine Senate Race
A Democratic member of Congress addressed criticism after commenting on a candidate's past statements and a tattoo. The exchange occurred ahead of the 2026 midterm elections in Maine.
nypost.comDemocratic ex-governor criticizes party over 2024 candidate selection
A former Democratic governor said party leaders should have recognized that the sitting president was not fit to run again and questioned why officials did not act sooner.
New York PostDemocratic ex-governor criticizes party over 2024 candidate selection
A former Democratic governor said on Sunday that party leaders should not have allowed the sitting president to seek re-election. The comments followed release of a draft internal party report on the 2024 election loss.
Nbc NewsJewish Democrats Discuss Israel Policy at Washington Summit
Attendees at the Jewish Democratic Council of America Leadership Summit addressed shifting Democratic voter attitudes toward Israel. Speakers emphasized continued support for the U.S.-Israel relationship while distinguishing between Israeli government policies and the country its…
bbc.co.ukTrump Removes Republican Critics Ahead of November Midterm Elections
President Donald Trump supported candidates who defeated several Republican incumbents in primaries for the November midterm elections. One defeated lawmaker was Representative Thomas Massie.
Fox NewsDemocratic Lawmaker Says Party Backed Status Quo Candidates in 2024
A Democratic representative from California said the party lost working-class support by nominating candidates unwilling to challenge economic inequality. The comments followed release of a Democratic National Committee report on the 2024 election results.
nypost.comDemocrats Release 2024 Election Report
A party review of the 2024 election has drawn criticism for its timing and content. The document highlights a campaign advertisement that featured statements on transgender medical procedures for inmates.
Fox NewsDSA-Backed Candidates Win or Advance in Five-State Primaries
More than a dozen candidates endorsed by the Democratic Socialists of America won, are projected to win, or advanced in primaries held last week across five states. Both Republican and Democratic officials have commented on the results.
The Sydney Morning HeraldDemocrats Select Candidates in 2026 Midterm Primaries
Primary elections to choose Democratic nominees for the November 2026 midterms began in March and continue through September. Thirty-five Senate seats and all 435 House seats are contested.
FortuneProgressive candidate wins Democratic primary for Philadelphia congressional seat by 15 points
A state representative won the Democratic nomination for a U.S. House seat in Philadelphia on Tuesday. The candidate finished 15 points ahead of the nearest rival despite endorsements for other candidates from the mayor, city party, and several House members.
Fox NewsHouse Democrats Condemn Texas Candidate Over Remarks on ICE Centers
Several House Democrats publicly distanced themselves from Texas congressional candidate Maureen Galindo after she posted on social media that ICE detention centers should become prisons for American Zionists. The candidate also stated the facilities would serve as castration cen…
foxnews.comFormer President Biden Declines to Endorse Candidates in California Governor Race
Former President Joseph R. Biden Jr. told his former chief of staff that he will not endorse any candidate in the California governor primary. The decision includes Xavier Becerra, Biden's former health and human services secretary.
Washington MonthlyPoll Shows Democrats Split on Direction, Not Ideology
A New York Times survey of Democrats and Democratic-leaning independents finds 52 percent favor moving the party toward the center while 25 percent prefer a leftward shift. Views on specific issues vary sharply, with health care leaning left and crime leaning centrist.
New York PostRahm Emanuel Discusses Democratic Party Issues and 2028 Presidential Bid
Rahm Emanuel said the Democratic Party focused too much on transgender issues in recent years. He is considering a run for president in 2028.
AxiosDCCC Launches Ad Campaign Against Democratic Candidate in Texas Runoff
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee will spend $35,000 on advertisements criticizing Democratic candidate Maureen Galindo in Texas' 35th congressional district ahead of the May 26 runoff election.
bbc.co.ukLeftist Support for Marjorie Taylor Greene Emerges Over Israel Stance
Some American leftists have expressed support for Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene after she changed her position on Israel. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez described Greene as a bigot and anti-Semite, prompting criticism from parts of the left.
NprDemocratic Candidates Reduce Abortion Ad Spending in 2026 Midterm Cycle
Democratic candidates have spent nearly four times less on abortion-related campaign ads since January compared to the same period in 2024. Voters continue to rank cost-of-living concerns as their top issue ahead of the fall midterm elections.
Abc NewsDNC Releases 192-Page 2024 Election Autopsy Report
The Democratic National Committee published a 192-page analysis of the 2024 election on Thursday. The report does not mention the two assassination attempts on the Republican presidential candidate during the campaign.
NewsweekDemocrats Debate Messaging Strategy Ahead of 2026 Midterms
Democrats continue internal discussions over whether to center their 2026 midterm campaign on opposition to President Trump or on specific policy priorities. Recent polls show mixed voter views of the party.
Usa TodayDemocratic National Committee Releases Draft Report on 2024 Election Loss
The Democratic National Committee released a 192-page draft report on May 21 examining the party's loss to President Trump in the 2024 presidential election. The document assigns primary responsibility to the Biden White House for failing to prepare Kamala Harris and criticizes t…
rte.ieDNC Releases Internal 2024 Campaign Review Document
CNN reported that the Democratic National Committee produced an internal review of its 2024 presidential campaign. The document outlines factors some Democrats cite for the election outcome. DNC Chair Ken Martin stated he disavows the report.
Abc NewsIncomplete Democratic Report on 2024 Election Released After Internal Review
An unfinished report examining the Democratic Party's 2024 election performance was made public after it became an embarrassment for the Democratic National Committee. The document attributes shortcomings to multiple factors including the previous administration.
dnaindia.comDNC Report on 2024 Election Loss Omits Gaza and Israel
A 192-page analysis commissioned by the Democratic National Committee examines factors in Kamala Harris's 2024 presidential loss but does not address the party's stance on the Gaza conflict. The report was first published by CNN and later reviewed by The Intercept.
The HillPoll Finds 52 Percent of Democrats Want Party to Shift Toward Center
A New York Times/Siena poll released Wednesday shows that 52 percent of likely Democratic voters believe the party's 2028 presidential nominee should move the party toward the center. The survey also found broad dissatisfaction with economic conditions and President Trump's handl…
abcnews.go.comDemocratic National Committee Releases 2024 Election Report
The Democratic National Committee published an analysis of its 2024 election performance on Thursday. Party Chair Ken Martin said the document did not meet his standards and declined to endorse it.
Abc NewsDNC Releases 192-Page 2024 Election Autopsy Report
Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin released a critical review of the party's 2024 performance on Thursday after months of internal pressure. The 192-page document calls for renewed outreach to Middle America and the South.
foxnews.comDemocrats Record High Turnout in Georgia Primaries
Democrats recorded unusually high turnout in Georgia's primary elections on Tuesday. The increased participation did not result in victories in two state Supreme Court races held on the same day.
The Free PressBarney Frank, Former Congressman, Dies at 86
Barney Frank, who represented Massachusetts in Congress for over three decades, died Wednesday at age 86. Throughout his career he urged Democrats to moderate positions on crime and cultural issues to retain middle-class voters.
fortune.comBarney Frank, Former Democratic Congressman, Dies at 86
Barney Frank, who represented Massachusetts in Congress for 32 years, died late Tuesday at age 86. He was known for his work on financial regulation and LGBT rights.
thegatewaypundit.comLate Congressman Barney Frank Urges Democrats on Israel Policy
Barney Frank advised Democrats to drop litmus tests while conditioning U.S. support for Israel on relief of Palestinian suffering. The comments came in his final interviews before his death.
foxnews.comOpinion Column Urges Democrats to Avoid Retaliatory Tactics
A Wall Street Journal opinion piece argues that Democrats should not respond to perceived excesses by adopting similar approaches when they return to power. The column appears in both the Journal and RealClearPolitics on May 20, 2026.
Washington ExaminerDemocratic National Committee Has Not Released Post-2024 Election Report
The Democratic National Committee has not released an internal review of its 2024 election performance. The report remains unreleased months after the election concluded.
koreaherald.comColumn Examines Democratic Party Challenges on Voter Appeal
A recent opinion column discusses Democratic Party positioning and voter preferences. Research cited suggests moderation on specific issues may improve election results. Demographic shifts after the 2030 Census are also noted.
Fox NewsHouse Minority Leader Jeffries Says Democrats Aim to Defeat MAGA Extremists and Break Their Spirit
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries told a progressive conference that Democrats plan to defeat MAGA extremists electorally and break their spirit. Republicans responded with criticism on social media.
The GuardianPennsylvania Primary Tests Democratic Party Direction in Competitive District
Voters in Pennsylvania’s seventh congressional district will choose a Democratic nominee on Tuesday in a race that could signal whether the party favors populist or establishment candidates. The contest pits a firefighter and union leader against three candidates with professiona…
SemaforCalifornia Democrats split in House primary for 48th District
The Congressional Progressive Caucus PAC endorsed Ammar Campa-Najjar in the 48th District race. Former Sen. Barbara Boxer backs rival Marni von Wilpert, raising concerns that two Republicans could advance to November.
The HillDe Blasio Says Newsom Has Positioned Himself Well for 2028
Former New York City Mayor Bill De Blasio said California Gov. Gavin Newsom has positioned himself strongly among Democrats for a potential 2028 presidential run. He cited Newsom's redistricting work and response to federal immigration enforcement.
Washington ExaminerMaryland Governor Urges Democrats to Focus on Future Elections
The governor of Maryland said Democrats should move past the 2024 presidential election loss. He stated he does not care whether the Democratic National Committee releases an internal review of the defeat.
Nbc NewsProgressives and Center-Left Candidates Compete in Philadelphia House Primary
A three-way Democratic primary for Pennsylvania’s 3rd Congressional District will be decided on Tuesday. The contest pits a state representative backed by progressive groups against two other candidates who have drawn support from party officials and labor organizations.
nypost.comDemocrats Propose Supreme Court Expansion and Term Limits
House Democrats have called for expanding the Supreme Court and imposing term limits on justices. The proposals follow recent court rulings against Democratic redistricting plans in Virginia.
New York PostCalifornia Democratic Candidate Says Party Must Address Homelessness and Housing Costs
Former Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa said California Democrats cannot attribute the state's homelessness and affordability problems to President Trump. He stated that the issues developed under Democratic leadership.
cnbc.comHarris Signals Interest in 2028 Presidential Run
Former Vice President Kamala Harris has indicated interest in running for president in 2028. Polls currently show California Gov. Gavin Newsom as the leading potential Democratic candidate.
msnbc.comDemocratic National Committee Reports Debt While Candidates Hold Tens of Millions
The Democratic National Committee ended March with $13.9 million in cash and $18.4 million in debt. In contrast, Democratic Senate candidates and the party's congressional campaign committees hold substantial cash reserves with no debt. The DNC chair said the debt resulted from e…
Nbc NewsDemocratic Think Tank Searchlight Institute Calls for Free Primary Care for All Americans
Searchlight Institute released a policy report calling for free primary care delivered either by expanding the ACA preventive services mandate or through a new American Health Gateway public option. The proposal arrives after enhanced ACA subsidies expired at the end of 2025, lea…
SemaforOcasio-Cortez Adopts Cautious Approach to 2026 Endorsements
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is selectively choosing which candidates to endorse and campaign for in the 2026 midterms. She has described her endorsement process as more deliberate than in previous cycles. Interviews with more than a dozen Democratic lawmakers, aides and operati…
SemaforCentrist Democratic Group Backs Candidates in Two House Primaries
The New Democrat Coalition announced support for Adrian Boafo in a Maryland Democratic primary and Melissa Hernandez in a California Democratic primary. Boafo is a protege of retiring Democratic Rep. Steny Hoyer and faces challengers including former Capitol Police officer Harry…
Washington ExaminerVoteVets Spends $5.8 Million Supporting Josh Turek in Iowa Democratic Senate Primary
The veterans group has poured an additional $800,000 into its campaign for the nonmilitary candidate, who leads in polls ahead of next month's Democratic primary. Opponent Zach Wahls has accused Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer of trying to buy the election through the group.…
Fox NewsDemocrats Call for Release of DNC's 2024 Election Review
The Democratic National Committee completed an internal review of its 2024 election losses but decided against public release. Former Vice President Kamala Harris and Sen. Cory Booker have called for the report to be made public. DNC Chair Ken Martin said the review's findings ar…
nbcnews.comMinneapolis Mayor Criticizes Netanyahu Policies While Defending Israel
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey spoke at a Jewish Democratic Council of America event on May 14, 2026. He said anti-Zionism can blur into antisemitism and recounted an incident at a local grocery store after the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel. Frey stated that Democrats shou…
abcnews.go.comVideo Shows Democratic Campaign Coaching Pennsylvania Candidate on Messaging
An unedited video posted by a Democratic campaign group shows Pennsylvania House candidate Bob Brooks receiving guidance from an off-screen staffer while speaking with Pete Buttigieg. The session, filmed by The Bench, includes prompts on emphasizing affordability and reaching vot…