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news.sky.compolitics22 hrs ago
Both Parties Use July 4 Holiday to Present Competing Visions
Democrats and Republicans each used the Fourth of July to outline their policy priorities and views of the country's direction. The holiday messaging came from party officials and elected representatives across multiple states.
flipboard.compolitics18 hrs agoUpdated
Michigan state Sen. Mallory McMorrow suspends Senate campaign, leaving two Democrats in primary
Michigan state Sen. Mallory McMorrow suspended her campaign for the Democratic U.S. Senate nomination on July 5. The exit narrows the August 4 primary to Rep. Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed for the seat vacated by Sen. Gary Peters.
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news.sky.comfinance1 day ago
MP asks standards commissioner to review undeclared support Farage received before election
BBC News reported that Nigel Farage did not declare benefits supplied by George Cottrell before his election as an MP. Reform UK maintains the support was personal and required no registration. The Liberal Democrats have asked the parliamentary standards commissioner to investiga…
abcnews.go.compolitics1 day ago
President Trump plans to display Air Force One at presidential library after term ends
The aircraft, a Boeing 747-8 accepted as a gift from Qatar, is scheduled for transfer once new presidential planes arrive in 2028. Congressional Democrats have previously tried to block the transfer and may attempt further measures after the midterms.
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usatoday.compolitics2 days ago
Communist Party USA Says No Democratic Candidates Are Party Members
The Communist Party USA stated that none of its members are running for Congress as Democrats. President Trump has described several recent Democratic primary winners as communists.
politics2 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.
ndtv.compolitics2 days ago
Supreme Court Upholds State Laws Barring Transgender Athletes From Teams Matching Gender Identity
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to uphold state laws barring transgender student-athletes from competing on teams matching their gender identity. Fox News reported that several House Democrats redirected questions about the decision toward economic concerns and congressional iss…
alternet.orgpolitics4 days ago
President Says Communism Threatens U.S. if Democrats Win Midterms
The president stated that communism would endanger the country if Democrats prevail in the November midterm elections. Experts said the characterization does not match the positions of Democratic candidates or the party platform.
news.sky.compolitics5 days ago
Democratic Lawmakers File Impeachment Resolution Against Education Secretary
A group of House Democrats introduced articles of impeachment against the Education Secretary last week, citing transfers of department offices without congressional approval. The resolution alleges the moves violate statutory authority over the department's structure.
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dailykos.comworld6 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.
zerohedge.comfinance6 days ago
Colorado Democrats Hold Primaries Tuesday for Governor, House, Senate Seats
Voters decide contests for governor and two U.S. House seats plus one state Senate seat. Several races feature challenges from candidates backed by the Democratic Socialists of America.
cnbc.compolitics6 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.
cnbc.comfinance6 days ago
House Republicans Block Defense Bill Vote to Force Senate Action on Voter ID Rules
Fourteen House Republicans joined Democrats to defeat a procedural motion that would have advanced the annual defense policy bill. The standoff centers on attaching voter identification requirements to the measure.
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focustaiwan.twpolitics6 days agoUpdated
House Votes 235-189 to Reject Resolution Barring U.S. Military Hostilities in Lebanon
The U.S. House voted 235-189 on Tuesday to defeat Rep. Rashida Tlaib's concurrent resolution. Twenty-two Democrats joined Republicans to reject the updated measure that exempted diplomatic protection.
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politics6 days agoUpdated
Colorado Democrats Choose Between Bennet and Weiser for Governor Nominee on Tuesday
Sen. Michael Bennet and Attorney General Phil Weiser compete in the Democratic primary to succeed term-limited Gov. Jared Polis. The race has tightened from Bennet's earlier lead, with polls closing at 9 p.m. EDT.
thegatewaypundit.compolitics6 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.
Fox Newspolitics7 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.
channel4.comworld7 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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Nbc Newsworld7 days ago
Poll Finds Voters Back Mandatory AI Safety Reviews but Also Favor Outright Ban and Distrust Government Oversight
A survey of 1,007 likely voters conducted June 10-11 shows overwhelming backing for formal safety reviews of powerful AI systems before public release. Republicans expressed stronger support for government testing than Democrats, though majorities in both parties favored oversigh…
cnbc.compolitics7 days ago
Colorado Democrats hold primary for governor Tuesday
Voters in Colorado will choose the Democratic nominee for governor in a primary election on Tuesday. The contest has centered on candidates' records opposing federal policies associated with President Trump.
Semaforworld7 days ago
Gallup Poll: One-Third of U.S. Adults Extremely Proud to Be American, Lowest Share in 25 Years
The share is the lowest since Gallup began asking the question 25 years ago. Partisan gaps remain wide, with 70 percent of Republicans, 28 percent of independents and 14 percent of Democrats reporting extreme pride.
New York Postai7 days ago
Poll Finds Bipartisan Support for Mandatory AI Safety Reviews
A survey of 1,007 likely voters shows most Americans favor required safety testing for advanced AI models before public release. Republicans expressed stronger support than Democrats for government oversight.
cnbc.comworld8 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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dailyalert.orgpolitics8 days ago
Liberal Democrats Admit Religious Discrimination in Candidate Deselection
The Liberal Democrats admitted multiple counts of unlawful religious discrimination against David Campanale, a Christian deselected before the 2024 election. Former deputy leader Sir Simon Hughes called for an independent inquiry ahead of a damages hearing this week.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics9 days ago
Liberal Democrats Admit Unlawful Discrimination Against Former Candidate and Face Court Ruling on Damages
The party accepted David Campanale's claims of religious discrimination after his deselection before the 2024 election. A London court will begin assessing damages and costs this week.
thesouthafrican.comtechnology9 days ago
Talk show host says some Democrats decline invitations while Republicans appear
A liberal talk show host stated that several prominent Democrats have declined invitations to appear on the program. The vice president accepted an invitation and discussed media access during the interview.
thewrap.comworld9 days ago
Bill Maher Tells Vice President JD Vance His 2028 Vote Is in Play
The HBO host said on Friday that he could back a Republican in 2028 if Democrats move toward socialism. He also pressed Vance on accepting election results and criticized several prominent Democrats for declining his show.
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thehindu.compolitics9 days ago
Bill Maher tells Vice President JD Vance his 2028 vote is in play
Bill Maher said on his HBO program that his vote for the 2028 presidential election remains undecided. He also noted that several high-ranking Democrats have declined to appear on the show.
nypost.compolitics9 days ago
Three Candidates Backed by New York City Mayor Win Democratic House Primaries
Fox News reported that Darializa Avila Chevalier, Brad Lander and Claire Valdez defeated more moderate Democrats in New York House primaries Tuesday night. The winners had been endorsed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Democratic leaders gave differing responses to the results.
nbcnews.compolitics10 days ago
House Speaker Says Democrats Would Target Trump Allies If They Win Midterms
House Speaker Mike Johnson said Democrats would likely investigate the president's family, donors and Cabinet members if they gain House control. He spoke at the Faith and Freedom Coalition conference on Friday.
deccanchronicle.compolitics10 days ago
Senate Republicans face pressure to confirm acting attorney general before August recess
A former attorney general urged Senate Republicans to confirm the acting attorney general ahead of July hearings. Democrats and outside groups filed an ethics complaint against the nominee this week.
pbs.orgpolitics9 days agoUpdated
Louisiana Republicans Set Senate Nominee in Saturday Runoff
Republican voters will choose between U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow and state Treasurer John Fleming to replace Sen. Bill Cassidy. The seat is not viewed as competitive for Democrats in November.
New York Postai9 days agoUpdated
California Billionaire Tax Measure Qualifies for November Ballot
A proposed one-time 5% wealth tax on state residents worth over $1 billion has gathered enough signatures to appear on the November ballot. Officials said the measure exceeded the required signatures earlier this month. The proposal has drawn opposition from some state Democrats…
thenation.comworld10 days ago
House Democrats seek list of canceled DHS contracts from prior administration
Democrats on the House Homeland Security Committee have written to the department demanding a full accounting of contracts canceled or modified after the transition. The letter cites concerns over propriety, value, and compliance with prior spending decisions.
Fox Newspolitics10 days ago
Three Candidates Endorsed by New York City Mayor Win Democratic Primaries
Darializa Avila Chevalier, Brad Lander and Claire Valdez prevailed in Tuesday's races after receiving endorsements from New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Fox News reported mixed reactions from House Democrats on the results.
Washington Examinerpolitics10 days ago
Socialist candidates win three New York Democratic primaries
Voters in three New York congressional districts chose socialist-backed candidates over establishment Democrats in Tuesday's primaries. The results come as party leaders face questions about direction ahead of the 2026 midterms.
forbes.compolitics11 days ago
Senate Democrats Plan Bill to Cap Out-of-Pocket Medicare Costs
Some Senate Democrats will introduce legislation today to limit beneficiary spending in traditional Medicare. The proposal sets a $5,000 annual cap and would increase program costs.
msnbc.comfinance11 days ago
Senate Democrats open inquiry into special purpose vehicle with Trump family ties
A special purpose vehicle created by Yorkville Advisors is under review by Senate Democrats for its business activities involving Venezuela and its connections to the president's family. The inquiry examines the vehicle's structure and recent commercial efforts.
msnbc.compolitics12 days ago
Mamdani-Backed Candidates Defeat Two Jeffries-Endorsed Incumbents in NYC Primaries
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said Wednesday that New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani must hold conversations with congressional Democrats after Mamdani-backed candidates defeated two incumbents in recent primaries. Jeffries had endorsed the losing representatives.
Fortunepolitics12 days ago
Micah Lasher Defeats Jack Schlossberg in Manhattan Democratic Primary
Jack Schlossberg, 33, grandson of the late President John F. Kennedy, was defeated Tuesday by New York state Assembly Member Micah Lasher in the Democratic primary for an open U.S. House seat in Manhattan. Lasher, endorsed by Rep. Jerry Nadler, now faces a general election in a d…
The Free Pressworld12 days agoUpdated
Democratic Socialists Defeat Two Incumbent House Democrats in New York Primaries
Left-wing challengers ousted Rep. Adriano Espaillat and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso on Tuesday. Both winners were endorsed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and identify as democratic socialists.
pbs.orgpolitics13 days ago
Utah Democrats Hold Primary for Open House Seat After Redistricting
Voters in Utah are casting ballots Tuesday in House primary elections. One open seat in the 1st Congressional District is now competitive for Democrats following court-ordered redistricting.
Abc Newspolitics13 days ago
Lithuanian Prime Minister Resigns as Social Democrats Form New Three-Party Coalition
Inga Ruginiene stepped down Tuesday after the Social Democrats ended their partnership with the Nemuno Aušra party. A new center-left coalition now controls 75 seats and plans to nominate Mindaugas Sinkevicius as prime minister.
GB Newspolitics13 days ago
Liberal Democrat Leader Keeps Coalition Option Open With Burnham but Focuses on Winning More Seats
Sir Ed Davey declined to rule out a coalition with a future Labour government under Andy Burnham. The comments followed Sir Keir Starmer's resignation as prime minister. Davey said his focus stays on winning seats for the Liberal Democrats.
Nbc Newsworld14 days ago
Tucker Carlson Says No Chance He Will Support Republican Party
Longtime commentator Tucker Carlson stated on a podcast that he will not back the Republican Party ahead of November midterms. He also ruled out support for Democrats and said he does not know what he will do.
Fox Newspolitics14 days ago
Democratic Senators Back Renewal of FISA Section 702
Three Democratic senators said Congress should renew the surveillance authority while expressing concerns over the acting director of national intelligence. The provision expired June 12 after Democrats blocked renewal over the acting appointment.
CalMatterspolitics14 days ago
California Democrats Weigh Faster Election Results Against Mail Voting Access
State Democratic leaders say they want quicker vote counts after the June 2 primary but will not pursue changes that reduce mail-in access. Counties cite limited funding and high Election Day mail volume as the main reasons for delays.
CalMatterspolitics16 days ago
California Democrats Decline Changes to Speed Up Vote Counting
Democratic leaders in California say they will not pursue measures that would reduce voter access even if those steps would produce faster election results. Officials cite the volume of mail ballots and limited county resources as the main reasons for delays.
abcnews.go.compolitics16 days ago
Four Democrats compete in New York primary to replace Representative Jerry Nadler
Early voting began June 13 in the Democratic primary for New York’s 12th congressional district. The contest features state representatives Micah Lasher and Alex Bores, along with Jack Schlossberg and George Conway.
nationalpost.compolitics17 days ago
Maine Democrats and Republicans Advance to November Governor and House Races
Democrat Hannah Pingree and Republican Bobby Charles won their primaries for governor after ranked choice voting concluded. Democrat Matt Dunlap won the nomination for the 2nd Congressional District and will face former Gov. Paul LePage.
dailywire.compolitics18 days ago
Cook Political Report Shifts Seven House Races Toward Democrats
The nonpartisan Cook Political Report moved seven Republican-held districts into more competitive categories on Thursday. Democrats need four net gains to win House control or three to tie the current 218-212 margin.
The Hillpolitics18 days ago
Cook Political Report shifts seven House races toward Democrats
The nonpartisan Cook Political Report moved seven House races toward Democrats on Thursday. Six of the seats are currently held by Republicans and one by a Democrat.
dailykos.compolitics18 days ago
Democrats Use Epstein Files in 2026 Senate Campaigns
Democrats are centering Jeffrey Epstein files in their 2026 Senate campaign messaging across multiple states. The approach targets Republican resistance to earlier file releases and highlights donations from Epstein associates.
Washington Examinerpolitics18 days ago
Trump Halts Nominee for Intelligence Director, Stalling FISA Renewal Talks
Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley said Democrats’ refusal to return blue slips for New York judicial and U.S. attorney posts has stalled Jay Clayton’s nomination for director of national intelligence and talks to renew Section 702 surveillance powers.
The Independentpolitics18 days ago
Liberal Democrat MP Cameron Thomas Arrested; Party Suspends Whip and Membership Pending Investigation
Cameron Thomas, Member of Parliament for Tewkesbury, was arrested by Gloucestershire Police last night. The Liberal Democrats have suspended both his party whip and membership pending the outcome of the investigation.
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foxnews.compolitics19 days ago
Democrats Lead Generic Ballot by 3 Points Ahead of 2026 Midterms
CNN data analyst Harry Enten said Democrats hold a 3-point lead on the generic congressional ballot. Several high-quality polls show the margin remains below levels seen in past wave elections.
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Senate War Powers Resolution Falls One Vote Short
The Senate voted 47-48 on Tuesday against advancing a measure that would have required congressional approval before further U.S. military action against Iran. Four Republicans joined most Democrats in support.
theyeshivaworld.compolitics19 days agoUpdated
Democratic State Lawmaker Advances in California Special Election
State Sen. Aisha Wahab advanced to an August runoff in a special election for a U.S. House seat vacated after the prior representative resigned. The district heavily favors Democrats, and the winner will serve through January.
axios.compolitics20 days ago
CNN Poll: 47% of Americans Identify as Independents, 27% as Democrats, 26% as Republicans
A May 2026 CNN/SSRS survey of 2,480 adults shows independents at their highest share in more than a decade, with Republicans losing ground among registered voters and younger adults.
deccanchronicle.compolitics21 days ago
Senate panel advances Trump nominee for intelligence director post
The Senate intelligence committee is scheduled to vote Thursday on President Trump's pick to lead the Office of the Director of National Intelligence. Democrats on the panel have offered public praise for the nominee while liberal groups have criticized the support.