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Amid Talk of a Party Switch, Fetterman Vows ‘Never’

1 August 2026 at 01:41
Changing one’s affiliation is rare in the Senate, but it can have big consequences. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania says he is staying put as a Democrat.

Senator John Fetterman, Democrat of Pennsylvania, at the Capitol this week.

How Will Maine Democrats Replace Graham Platner? Here’s What to Know.

11 July 2026 at 19:34
Mr. Platner’s withdrawal from a marquee Senate race, under pressure from his party, has set in motion an unusual competition to become the new nominee.

The campaign headquarters of Graham Platner in Ellsworth, Maine, this week.

Trump’s Fund Shows Blanche Choosing Loyalty Over Pushing Back

21 May 2026 at 13:31
Once seen by some as the most conventional of President Trump’s political appointees, Todd Blanche has taken off the gloves in his new role as acting attorney general.

Todd Blanche, the acting attorney general, during an appearance before the Senate appropriations subcommittee on Tuesday.

Intraparty Conflict

21 May 2026 at 10:56
We look at the turmoil inside both political parties.

Voters in Independence, Ky., on Tuesday.

Democrats’ Midterm Strength Masks Fierce Divides and Frustration, Poll Shows

Democratic voters are in a combative, anti-establishment mood, unhappy with their party and disagreeing about its best path forward, a New York Times/Siena poll found.

At a House Republican’s New York Event, Flashes of an Iran Backlash

14 April 2026 at 12:19
Representative Mike Lawler, who is seeking re-election in a swing district in the Hudson Valley, faced tough questions from constituents about his stance on the war in Iran.

Eric Swalwell Says He Will Resign From Congress After Sex Abuse Accusations

The California lawmaker said in a social media post Monday that he would quit. He has denied accounts of abusing women.

Representative Eric Swalwell of California had been in a crowded field vying to succeed Gov. Gavin Newsom.

Harris Says She Is ‘Thinking About’ Running for President Again in 2028

10 April 2026 at 22:52
At a convention in New York, possible candidates for the Democratic presidential primary are making overtures to Black voters, a vital constituency.

Kamala Harris, former vice president and the 2024 Democratic presidential candidate, spoke at the National Action Network Convention in New York on Friday.

Kaela Berg, a Flight Attendant, Runs for Congress One Layover at a Time

28 March 2026 at 20:11
Kaela Berg is part of a crop of working-class candidates that Democrats hope can help the party win back blue-collar voters.

Kaela Berg, a Minnesota state representative who works as a flight attendant, is part of a new crop of working-class candidates with atypical backgrounds. Democrats hope they can help their party win back blue-collar voters.

House Vote Sets Up Clash With the Senate on D.H.S. Funding, Prolonging Shutdown

Republicans revolted over a Senate measure to fund the Department of Homeland Security and passed a rival bill, dimming the chances of a quick end to the crisis crippling airports.

Representative Chip Roy, Republican of Texas, center, with other members of the House Freedom Caucus at the Capitol on Friday.

The Texas Senate Primary Offers a Test Case for Each Party

1 March 2026 at 10:01
Should Democrats concentrate on swing voters or their base? Can more traditional Republicans win in the MAGA era? Tuesday’s Senate primary in Texas will show the direction the parties are taking.

Senator John Cornyn of Texas, a four-term Republican Senator, is spending record sums to try to fend off a primary challenge from Ken Paxton, the state’s attorney general, who is beloved by the MAGA base.

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