Why Abdul El-Sayed Thinks He’ll Win Michigan Without the Democratic Party
To win Michigan, Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed has bet on voters being sick of political parties—including his own.
What Midterms Polling Reveals 3 Months Before Election Day
Newsweek has examined 27 midterm races in 19 states that could decide control of Congress, from House toss-ups to Senate battles.
Troy Jackson Is ‘the Gold Standard’ for Maine Populists—But Can He Win?
Senate candidate Troy Jackson is beloved by Maine’s working class, but is that support enough to unseat Susan Collins?
Welcome to the Democratic ‘Fight’ Club
“Fight” has replaced “resist” as Democrats’ favorite word. Whether it wins votes outside of primary elections is an open question.
What Mamdani’s Big Wins Mean for the Democratic Establishment
By going three for three in his primary endorsements, Mamdani may have triggered a “Democratic Party Tea Party
GOP Outsider Rick Jackson Tests Trump’s Grip on Georgia Governor Race
Why Rick Jackson, the Republicans’ outsider choice for Georgia’s governor race, faces a tough road ahead.
How California’s Primaries Test the Direction of a Divided Democratic Party
Inside a Democratic Party divided by class, generation and vision, with California’s high-stakes primaries testing its direction
LA Mayor Primary: Final Polls, Chances as Bass, Pratt, Raman Face Off
Angelenos will today decide which two of the top three candidates advance in a race that could reshape City Hall leadership.
Is Nancy Pelosi Losing the Battle With Her Own Party?
Pelosi failed at preventing Trump’s return and stopping progressives, she now faces a test for the future of her seat.
Exclusive: Tom Steyer Warns California Leaders Fed by ‘Corporate Interests’
Tom Steyer says powerful interests are backing rivals as he makes his case in California’s crowded governor’s race.
Who Will Replace Nancy Pelosi? Final Polls Days Before California Primary
Several Democrats are vying for the Congressional seat held for decades by former House Speaker Pelosi in San Francisco.
What Ken Paxton’s Primary Win Means for the Republican Establishment
By beating John Cornyn, Ken Paxton doesn’t just knock off a D.C. power player but validates a fresh style of MAGA campaigning.
Did Donald Trump Just Hand Texas to Democrats?
President Donald Trump’s victory in Texas may have Republicans nervous about the upcoming midterm elections.
Texas Democrats Go to War With Each Other—3 Critical House Runoffs to Watch
Three Democratic runoffs in Houston, San Antonio, and Dallas reveal fractures threatening Democrats’ grip on Texas.
DNC Report Shows What Went Wrong in 2024—Now 2028 Is the Question
Democrats released a long-awaited report on the 2024 election on Friday, breaking down what led to their losses across the U.S.
Who Is the Real Graham Platner?
A Marine, an oysterman, a populist—Graham Platner is the last thing Democrats wanted and just might be Maine’s next senator.
Exclusive: Graham Platner Signals Peace with Schumer in Maine Senate Fight
Maine Senate hopeful Graham Platner says he’s spoken with Chuck Schumer and will work with Democrats — with conditions.
Graham Platner Surge Threatens Susan Collins as Janet Mills Bows Out
Maine Democratic Governor Janet Mills ended her campaign on Thursday, setting up a general election between Collins and Platner.
Confusion Is Next: A National Election Law Fight Looms Over the Midterms
The RNC has invested millions in “election integrity.” With that investment set for return, is a midterm payout on the horizon?
Virginia’s Redistricting Vote: High Stakes for Trump, Dems, Spanberger
Tuesday’s vote will give one party momentum heading into midterms, as five U.S. House seats could hang in the balance.