The 2026 midterm elections heat up as Democrats target kitchen table issues while Republicans defend Senate control, as key races could reshape Congress.
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These House mavericks defied their own parties more than anyone else in 2025
House lawmakers broke party-line votes at varying rates, with Rep. Henry Cuellar leading Democrats at 24.1%, and Rep. Thomas Massie topping Republicans at 22.3%.
Oregon residents sue Homeland Security after tear gas used on anti-ICE protesters
Housing nonprofit and residents file federal lawsuit against DHS, seeking to ban tear gas use near ICE facility that allegedly harms local families.
Here are the key 2026 House and Senate races to watch that could decide control of Congress
Senate Republicans fight to keep their majority in 2026 midterm elections as key races in Georgia, North Carolina, and Michigan could determine control.
Socialist Mayor Mamdani inaugurated alongside Bernie Sanders and AOC on New Year’s Day
Thirty-four-year-old socialist Zohran Mamdani to become NYC mayor with AOC, Bernie Sanders at inauguration, after his controversial campaign produced an overwhelming victory.
Mamdani sworn in by AG James in private midnight ceremony
Socialist Zohran Mamdani sworn in as NYC mayor in midnight ceremony at abandoned subway station, symbolizing his vision for working-class New Yorkers.
Democrats had major election victories in 2025, but wins don’t erase party’s critical weaknesses
Democrats scored major victories in 2025 elections despite brand challenges. DNC chair sees silver lining as party prepares for crucial midterms ahead.
The Year Pop Culture Finally Began To Eat Its Own
The year in pop culture gave us reality stars smiting governors, a Coldplay concert going viral for nothing music-related, and a pop star’s career crashing Read More
Flashback: Inside the political movement that put a socialist in charge of New York City
New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is prepared to implement his socialist agenda as New York City’s mayor, promising rent freezes and free childcare after his historic victory.
Best Of 2025: A Century Ago, The ‘Scopes Monkey Trial’ Shook The Nation. The Stakes Are Still High.
A century ago, the eyes of the nation turned to a small Tennessee town, where a populist Democrat sparred with a burgeoning activist group in Read More