Democrats
Biden's 'Selfish' Approach to Final Weeks in Office Has Left Administration Rudderless: 'There's a Total Vacuum'
Democratic officials, even including members of his administration, say it feels like the president has already left office
AOC Formally Announces Candidacy for Top Oversight Committee Position Amid Party Anxiety
New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez launches bid to be the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee in latest sign she is cozying up with the party.
California Attorney General Expands Immigration Protection Law as 'Trump-Proofing' Efforts Continue
In latest effort to "Trump-proof" the state, the California AG is limiting the information state institutions can share with federal immigration enforcement.
Sen. Blumenthal Seeks Financial Records From Veterans Groups Run By Pete Hegseth After Mismanagement Allegations
The Democrat is calling on the Senate Armed Services Committee to demand two groups "preserve and produce" the records, including credit card transactions
Biden Officials Secretly Exploring Blanket Pardons for Trump Enemies: Report
Senior aides to Biden are reportedly deliberating whether to issue preemptive pardons to public officials who could face investigation under a Trump presidency.
Ted Cruz Slams Joe Biden's Decision to Pardon His Son, Says He Predicted it Months Ago
Cruz claimed that the real reason for the pardon is to cover up corrupt business deals involving members of the Biden family
Dem Adam Gray Narrowly Defeats GOP Rep. John Duarte In Last Uncalled House Race, Leaving Republicans With a Slim Majority
Adam Gray will become the next Representative for California's 13th District. Republicans now hold a 220 seats in the House, compared to Democrats' 215.
AOC Weighs Running for Top Democratic Position on Oversight Committee, Setting Up Potential Clash With James Comer
The N.Y. Democrat is "interested" in running for chair of the House Oversight Committee at a time when younger members are challenging their elder colleagues.
Republicans Are Poised to Keep Senate Control During 2026 Midterms, Early Analysis Argues
From Constitutional structures, to an advantageous electoral map, Republicans have an easier path to Senate victory in 2026, ABC News argues.
Democrats Delete Tweet Mocking Americans for Buying Gifts Despite Concerns Over Grocery Prices: 'We Were Thinking Y'all Couldn't Afford Eggs'
Democrats from a congressional committee took to their official X (formerly Twitter) account, mocking Americans for spending money during the holidays despite struggling to afford groceries due to inflation.
From Atlanta to New York City, a Closer Look at How Kamala Harris Performed Worse than Biden on Election Day
Almost a month has passed since Trump claimed electoral victory. As Democrats grapple with their performance, a new analysis provides some new insights.
Full List of Cities Promising to Shield Immigrants From Trump's Mass Deportation
As Trump prepares to carry out a mass deportation operation, Democratic-led states and cities are preparing to fight back and protect their migrant communities
Unlikely Alliances Between Democrats and GOP That Could Complicate the Confirmation of Trump Appointees
Republicans can only afford to loose three votes to confirm Trump's appointees. Here are some Republicans and Democratic Senators to watch out for.
North Carolina Governor Blocks Republican Attempt to Use Hurricane Relief Bill to Limit Power of Incoming Democratic Leaders
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper blocked a hurricane relief bill that contained clauses to limit the power of incoming Democratic leaders and transfer it to Republican officials.
The Gender Paradox in U.S. Politics: Women Are Advancing in State Legislatures but Stall Elsewhere
For the first time since 2016, women did not see net gains in congressional representation. But at the state level, female lawmakers set a record high.
Jim Jordan Issues Three-Word Demand For Biden's Attorney General, DHS Secretary: 'Preserve Your Records'
The Department of Justice responded to Jordan's insinuations by saying the department holds "legal obligations" of preserving records
Philadelphia City Council Prepares to Protect LGBTQ Residents With New Resolution Ahead of Trump Term
Philadelphia will become the latest city to assess how to prepare and protect their vulnerable residents ahead of the new Trump administration
Ruben Gallego Reveals How Democrats Can Win Back Latino Vote From GOP After Winning Arizona Senate Race
The 2024 general election saw a historic shift of Latino voters to the right. As Democrats look forward to the 2026 midterms, Gallego offers some advice.
Michigan Dems Pushing Bills to Protect LGBTQ+ Books from Being Censored Ahead of Republican Takeover
Michigan Democrats are pushing bills to protect LGBTQ+ books from being censored before Republicans take control.
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu is Latest Democratic Leader to Voice Opposition to Trump's Proposed Deportations
Wu joins other Democratic leaders in opposing mass deportations, emphasizing local protections for immigrants and raising concerns about Trump's policies
Democratic Arizona Governor Open to Collaboration with Trump on Border Security if It Won't Harm Families
Governor Hobbs backs anti-fentanyl efforts but opposes mass deportations, warning of harm to Arizona communities and diversion from effective border security
Trump Rages After Dems Successfully Use Republican SpaceX Trip to Appoint Biden Judges: 'No More Judges'
Senate Democrats confirmed more of President Biden's judicial nominees, despite Trump's efforts to block new appointments before January.
Trump Accidentally Helps Dems Get Key Judicial Nominees Approved by Taking Republicans to Watch SpaceX Launch
Republican senators expressed that Trump was hurting their progress by taking some congress members to watch the SpaceX launch, causing them to miss votes.
How Democrats Plan to Challenge Trump's Mass Deportation Agenda
Washington AG Bob Ferguson, who defeated 55 Trump-era policies in court, warns that the Trump team may be better prepared this time
Two Weeks Post-Elections, Some High-Profile Candidates in Congressional Races Refuse to Concede Their Races
From Arizona to Pennsylvania, key congressional races are not over yet, as some candidates question election integrity or say their contest is too close to call
How Recess Appointments Could Clear the Way for Trump's Cabinet Picks to Take Office
Trump is moving quickly to fill his Cabinet positions, but as he picks polarizing names, he simultaneously pushes for unilateral recess appointments.
Some House Democrats Are Getting Tired Of Nancy Pelosi As She Assigns Blame For The Party's Election Loss
"She needs to take a seat," one senior Democratic leader told Axios
Dems Flip Red Louisiana District That Hasn't Elected a Full-Term Democrat In 50 Years
The Democratic Party was able to win the seat for the representative of Louisiana's 6th congressional district for the second time in 50 years.
Elderly Supreme Court Justice Rejects Calls to Resign Ahead of Trump Inauguration: 'She's In Great Health'
The eldest of the Supreme Court's liberal judges has no plans to resign, despite calls to allow Democrats to make an appointment ahead of Trump's inauguration.
Ex-Lawmaker Trolls Republicans By Recommending Kamala Harris for Supreme Court: 'I Want People's Heads to Explode'
Former Democratic lawmaker Bakari Sellers "floated" Kamala Harris taking Justice Sonia Sotomayor's seat if she retires before the next presidential term.