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Veteran Democratic Strategist Says Trump May 'Cut a Deal' and Exit Office Before Next April
The strategist argued that midterms would reshape the political landscape, warning that "the Democrats are going to investigate you to no end"
Former Obama's Chief of Staff, Rahm Emanuel Emerges as Democratic Presidential Hopeful With Plan to Shift Billions From ICE to Community Colleges
Rahm Emanuel's funding shift would support expanded access to training programs, partnerships with local employers, and pathways for students to earn credentials tied to specific industries
Trump Suggests He 'May Call Up the National Guard' to Assist ICE at Airports
President Donald Trump said he is considering deploying the National Guard to U.S. airports to support Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations.
Maine Democratic Senate Primary Intensifies as Mills Ad Targets Platner Over Comments About Women and Tattoo
Maine Gov. Janet Mills has launched her first negative ad in the Democratic Senate primary, escalating an increasingly bitter contest against progressive challenger Graham Platner in one of the party's top pickup opportunities of the 2026 midterms.
Fox News Hosts Warn Republicans Face 'Uphill Battle' in 2026 Midterms: 'We Have to Be Frank About That'
Republican prospects in the upcoming midterm elections could be at risk, co-hosts of Fox News' The Five said, acknowledging that historical trends and current political dynamics may make it difficult for the party to maintain its congressional majorities.
Voters 'Fed Up With Those in Power,' Pollster Says as Trump Faces Broad Disapproval
A majority of registered voters disapprove of President Donald Trump's handling of several major issues at the start of the midterm election year, while Democrats hold a modest advantage in the fight for control of Congress, according to a new survey.
Democratic Lawmakers Demand 'Reckoning' After Noem Ouster: 'Murders Took Place Under Her Watch'
Democrats responded to Kristi Noem's removal as Homeland Security secretary with calls for investigations, possible impeachment and, in some cases, criminal prosecution.
Talarico Campaign Adviser Says 'Faith and Family and Jobs' Message Helped Win Latino Voters in Texas Primary Victory
Texas state Rep. James Talarico won the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate after a campaign that emphasized Latino outreach and a message centered on "faith and family and jobs."
Kristi Noem Says Democrats Are Hindering 'Safe and Successful World Cup' With DHS Funding Blockade
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem told the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday that Democrats are undermining preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by blocking DHS funding amid a broader dispute over immigration enforcement.
Jasmine Crockett Criticizes James Talarico, Says He Didn't Condemn An Ad With 'Straight Up Racist' Imagery About Her
Rep. Jasmine Crockett said an ad posted by a political action committee supporting her Democratic primary opponent, State Rep. James Talarico, featured racially manipulated imagery.
Congress Sees Highest Retirement Rate in Modern Era Ahead of Midterms
Congressional retirements are up to 60, according to NBC News including 51 House members and nine senators, surpassing previous modern-era highs
GOP Blowback Against Trump Expands With Defiance From Six House Republicans In New Vote
Six House Republicans voted with Democrats to adopt a resolution blocking the president's Canada tariffs, following a rare procedural vote in which three Republicans joined Democrats to rebuke both the president and GOP leadership.
Record 45% of Americans Identify as Independents as Democrats Regain Edge, Poll Reveals
A record 45% of U.S. adults identified as political independents in 2025, according to new Gallup data.
Hunter Biden Calls Dems' Approach to Immigration a Failure: 'You Don't Get to Pretend This Isn't Happening'
Biden said he supports legal immigration but drew a clear distinction between lawful entry and unauthorized crossings: "we need vibrant immigration"
'Bloop!': Ocasio-Cortez Responds to Poll Putting Her Ahead of Vance in Early 2028 Race: 'Bloop!'
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez highlighted a new poll released this week showing her narrowly ahead of Vice President JD Vance in a hypothetical 2028 presidential matchup.
Majority of Americans Say Trump Is Doing 'Too Much' to Deport Undocumented Immigrants, Poll Shows
A growing share of Americans believe the Trump administration is going too far in deporting immigrants living in the United States unlawfully, according to a new poll.
Democrats Claim Florida GOP Rep. Salazar Is In 'Panic' After Sharp Latino Voting Shift in Latest Elections
U.S. Rep. María Elvira Salazar is urging Republicans to adopt more Latino-friendly policies as Democrats accuse her of "panicking" over a sharp voter shift reflected in this month's election results.
Dems Release Epstein Emails Mentioning Trump by Name, Urge DOJ to 'End This Cover-up and RELEASE THE FILES'
In one Email, Epstein allegedly tells Ghislaine Maxwell that a victim had "spent hours at my house" with Trump, describing him as "the dog that hasn't barked"
Economy, Not Immigration, Tops Latino Voter Concerns Ahead of 2026, New Poll Finds
A new national survey has found that economic pressures — not immigration — are shaping Latino political attitudes heading into the 2026 midterms.
House Speaker Johnson Says 'Extremism on the Left' Is the Direct Cause of American Suffering
House Speaker Mike Johnson accused Democrats of prolonging the now-34-day government shutdown, arguing that "extremism on the left" is responsible for what he called unnecessary hardship for millions of citizens across the U.S.
Over Half of Americans Expect a Political Candidate Will Be Assassinated Within 5 Years, New Survey Shows
More than half of Americans believe it is very or somewhat likely that a political candidate will be assassinated in the next five years, according to a new POLITICO/Public First poll.
Democrats Rip Trump Admin's Briefing on Caribbean Boat Strikes: 'No Strategy, No End Game'
Rep. Sara Jacobs said she was "not convinced" by claims the actions were tied to preventing fentanyl deaths and Rep. Seth Moulton emphasized the peril for troops deployed
DHS Faces Backlash Over Purchase of Private Jets for Kristi Noem and Top Officials: Report
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Coast Guard are facing criticism after confirming the purchase of two Gulfstream G700 jets for official use by Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and other senior officials
House Minority Leader Jeffries Calls Karoline Leavitt 'Sick' and 'Demented' After Claims on Democratic Party Supporters
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries sharply criticized White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on Friday, calling her "sick" and "out of control" after she described Democrats as being aligned with "terrorists, illegal aliens, and violent criminals."
Barack Obama Accuses Republicans Of Wanting To 'Rig The Next Election' In Ad Supporting Governor Newsom
Former President Barack Obama has entered the political fray ahead of November's special election in California, accusing Republicans of attempting to "rig the next election"
Republican Confidence in Direction U.S. is Taking Collapses After Kirk Shooting, Poll Finds
One Republican who participated in the AP-NORC poll said that "if you'd have talked to me two weeks ago, I wouldn't have brought it up as a main concern ... but now it's violence"
Sen. Fetterman Warns Dems About Being 'Reactive' to the Administration's Rhetoric: 'We Can't Just Be, 'Trump Is Always Wrong!'
Despite his criticism of Democrats, Fetterman said: "I just made a significant investment in the Pennsylvania Democratic Party. I'm not changing my party"
Almost 6 in 10 Americans Fear U.S. Democracy Is in Danger Amid Gerrymandering Efforts, Poll Shows
Nearly six in ten Americans believe democracy in the United States is under threat, with partisan redistricting emerging as a major source of concern, according to a new Reuters/Ipsos poll.
Hakeem Jeffries Says Noem Will Answer for 'Lack of Respect for Due Process' in Immigration Crackdown if Dems Win Back House
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) said Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem would face congressional scrutiny if Democrats retake control of the House of Representatives.
Democrats Rename GOP 'Pedophile Protection Party' After Breaking Report of Trump in Epstein Files
In the wake of a WSJ report that AG Pam Bondi told Trump he appears in the Epstein files, Democrats have branded the GOP the "Pedophile Protection Party."