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.
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.
Dem governor-elect taps Crockett’s former ‘chief brand strategist’ for top DEI role
Soon-to-be Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger has tapped a former “chief brand strategist” for Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, to serve in the state’s top DEI role.
America’s ‘Green’ Power Grid Has A Red China Problem
The security of America’s power grid is under threat from the Chinese Communist Party and other foreign regimes who are pre-positioning energy devices they can Read More
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.
Deal-making clemency: Inside Trump’s most disputed pardons of 2025
President Donald Trump granted clemency to nearly 1,600 Jan. 6 defendants, cryptocurrency executive Changpeng Zhao, former Representative George Santos and others in 2025.
Best Of 2025: Inside The Conservative Debate On Criminalizing Abortion
Editor’s note: This week, we’re reprinting some of our best stories from the past year. In this piece, originally published in July, Leif Le Mahieu Read More
The biggest losers of 2025: Who fell flat as the year closed
Democratic Party faces internal divisions in 2025 as progressives challenge establishment figures while President Joe Biden’s legacy crumbles and party leaders struggle with direction.