The husband of Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Mass., can be seen on video swatting a phone out of a reporter’s hands as he tried to ask the congresswoman about Minnesota child care fraud tied to the Somali community.
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George Conway focuses on opposing Trump as he jumps into crowded House Dem primary
George Conway, a former Trump ally turned critic, officially launched his Democratic bid for a Manhattan Congress seat on Tuesday.
Somali ambassador to UN is linked to shady Ohio health care company in Medicaid fraud scandal: HHS official
The UN ambassador is listed as having served as “Managing Director” of Progressive Health Care Services from 2014 until May 2019, overlapping with his tenure Read More
Healthcare, economy and the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’: Welcome to the midterms
The 2026 midterm elections heat up as Democrats target kitchen table issues while Republicans defend Senate control, as key races could reshape Congress.
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.