Democrats

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez could again bid to become the Democrats' ranking member in the House Oversight Committee

Democratic Rep. Gerry Connolly said he won't seek re-election after his term ends as his cancer has returned. He will also cease to be the party's ranking member in the House Oversight Committee

An increasing share of younger Americans say they have abandoned both the national Republican and Democratic parties as disapproval ratings rise.

Republican lawmakers backed the arrest of Milwaukee judge Hannah Dugan, who stands accused of helping a migrant avoid arrest by ICE agents

The Democratic Party's Senate Minority Leader in Florida, Jason Pizzo, announced he's changing his registration to no party affiliation

Long-time Illinois Sen. Dick Durbin announced his retirement Wednesday, setting off a once-in-a-decade leadership fight to fill his highly-coveted position.

Rep. Jan Schakowsky has told colleagues she plans to retire at the end of her term rather than seek reelection, marking a new departure from a Democrat in Congress

Activist and Democratic National Committee Vice Chair David Hogg previously pledged to fund candidates challenging incumbents "asleep at the wheel."

Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar has raised concerns about his party's focus on the deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia

Rep. Jasmine Crockett escalated her feud with Donald Trump on Jimmy Kimmel Live, accepting an IQ test challenge and continuing to roast the president.

Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin (Ill.) announced Wednesday he won't seek re-election as long-time lawmakers exit the chamber and age discourse intensifies.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio shared a plan to dramatically restructure the State Department. Critics claim it is abandoning basic values.

Schumer seems to still be suffering from his approval of the GOP's spending package, while the governor improves her performance in over a year, Siena poll.

Georgia Rep. Mike Collins was criticized for his attempt to prank Maryland Sen. Chris Van Hollen for meeting Kilmar Albrego Garcia after he was wrongfully deported to El Salvador last month.

Democratic lawmakers say they will keep traveling to El Salvador to focus on defending due process and the release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia

Larry David mocked his friend Bill Maher's positive account of his dinner with President Donald Trump in a New York Times op-ed

David Hogg, an emerging star in the Democratic party, discussed plans to challenge veteran Democrats in the 2026 elections. The initiative is not being well received.

Musician Tim Myers announced he will challenge Ken Calvert in California's 41st District. His campaign seeks to allow Democrats to oust the longtime GOP lawmaker.

The Trump administration announced it is suing Maine's education department for not complying with the government's push to ban trans athletes from sports.

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez raised over $9.5 million in the last quarter as her profile raises during a time of potential change for the Democratic party

As the Trump administration continues back-and-forth on tariffs, voters are turning to Democrats to fix the economy for the first time since 2021, a new poll shows.

Former Republican Rep. Mayra Flores will look to challenge Henry Cuellar in Texas' 28th district

Democrats in their 20s and 30s across the country are launching primary bids ahead of the 2026 elections in hopes of ousting career politicians.

Republican lawmakers will be stepping away from the spotlight during their two week recess from Congress, avoiding town halls and frustrated voters.

President Donald Trump has not addressed the attempt to ignite the residence of Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro

Donald Trump's celebration of his billionaire friends' massive profits following his decision to pause tariffs has sparked accusations of market manipulation.

House Democrats launched a campaign to force Elon Musk out of the Trump administration by May 30, citing a law that puts limits on special government employees.

Democratic Senator Adam Schiff called on Congress to launch an investigation on whether President Donald Trump engaged in insider trading or market manipulation

Texas AG Ken Paxton announced he will challenge Sen. John Cornyn in the Republican primary next year, setting the stage for a contentious battle.

A Republican woman was arrested for allegedly falsifying her residency to run for office, while wearing a shirt calling to "Ban Democrat Chairs."