Republicans Face Midterms Disaster—What Polling Reveals
In one month, Americans will decide control of Congress. If current polling proves correct, Republicans will face a brutal night.
Midterm Race Ratings Have Never Mattered More and Never Been so Disruptive
In the era of prediction markets and Trump, race ratings move money, but what constitutes a precise rating is being hotly debated.
The Data Center Election
A nationwide backlash is forcing candidates onto unfamiliar ground
How AI Upended Politics and Left Lawmakers Scrambling To Pick a Side
Newsweek’s AI Policy Scorecard shows AI took over Washington’s agenda faster than the parties could decide what to do with it.
Could Jon Ossoff Be the Democrats’ Presidential Fix to Our Broken Politics?
Senator Jon Ossoff has emerged as a Democratic favorite for 2028. The only question is, does he want to run?
Next President Should Be a Democratic Governor Says Kentucky’s Andy Beshear
After a primary cycle that’s seen fighters beat unifiers, is a nice guy like Andy Beshear what Democratic voters are looking for?
Mitch McConnell Absent for 3 Months as Senate Set to Reconvene This Week
The timing of Senator Mitch McConnell’s return to Congress remains uncertain as lawmakers prepare to reassemble in Washington.
Republican Leaders Largely Toe the Line With Trump On AI Data Centers
Trump’s support for data centers puts him at odds with many voters, including conservatives, ahead of the midterms.
Charlie Kirk Death: Trump Admin Lead Tributes to ‘Beloved Friend’ 1 Year On
Trump officials mark one year since Charlie Kirk’s alleged assassination with sharp tributes and political warnings.
RNC Plans for MAGA’s Future as Some Trump Voters Turn Against Him
Donald Trump’s approval rating may be sinking, but RNC Chairman Joe Gruters tell Newsweek his base will define the party’s future.
Trump Defends Republican Leader Booed at RNC Midterm Convention
The two-day Dallas event has heavily focused on Trump as the GOP works to energize its base ahead of November’s midterm elections.
Donald Trump Announces New $5,000 Dividend Checks: Here’s Who Qualifies
Donald Trump gave Americans a financial incentive to vote for Republicans in the midterms.
Fetterman Makes Shock RNC Speech as PA Republicans Say Switch Not Needed
The Pennsylvania Democrat praised McCormick and vowed to work with Trump as delegates applauded his surprise appearance.
RNC Chair Hypes Trump’s ‘Popular’ Policies Despite Approval Rating Collapse
“If you’re going to defy history, you can’t do what they’ve always done in the past,” Joe Gruters told Newsweek.
RNC Comes to Texas as Trump Stronghold Under Threat
Trump’s Texas convention arrives as GOP fears grow, with Paxton slipping and Democrats sensing a rare chance to flip the state.
Exclusive—Cornyn Snubs Trump Texas RNC Event Amid Fears of Senate Seat Flip
A spokesperson for Cornyn confirmed to Newsweek that the Texas senator will not be attending the GOP midterm convention.
DNC Chair Ken Martin Won’t Let DC Insiders Define the Democratic Party
As the Democratic Party debates how to win in the era of Trump, Martin tells Newsweek the answers lie outside the beltway.
Why Democrats Believe 2026 Could be the Year of ‘Blexas’
After years of losses, party leaders are betting infrastructure, not charisma, can break the GOP’s grip on the Lone Star State.
Ranked Choice Voting Roils Democrats Eyeing the 2028 Primary Season
The dispute over ranked choice voting reflects a broader rift in the DNC between state party officials and the D.C. establishment.
Outspent Two to One: How Peggy Flanagan Beat the Establishment
In a Newsweek interview, Flanagan explains how she won Minnesota’s Democratic U.S. Senate primary after being outspent two to one.