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Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett has officially launched her bid for the U.S. Senate in Texas, instantly transforming what was expected to be a predictable race into one of the most closely watched contests of the 2026 cycle. Announcing her candidacy on Monday—the final day of qualifying—Crockett used her trademark boldness to send a direct message […]
Rep. Jasmine Crockett has launched her bid to represent the state of Texas in the U.S. Senate, gearing up to unseat GOP Sen. John Cornyn.
Indiana’s state House passed a new map last week, despite the state Senate consistently pushing back against the redistricting effort.
Lede A panel of federal judges had previously ruled that Texas’ redistricted map was unconstitutional due to evidence of racial gerrymandering.
Donald Trump blames Democrats for everything that's going wrong in this country, but his strategy is failing as even his base turns on him over the economy.
The so-called "third world" ban the Trump administration has placed on migration is not about security. It is about control.
Mandela Barnes has been a mainstay in Wisconsin politics, becoming the first Black person to serve as lieutenant governor in the state.
Polling shows Democratic candidate Aftyn Behn is only trailing Republican opponent Matt Van Epps by 2% ahead of Tennessee’s special election.
Indiana’s Republican state senators have consistently resisted pressure from President Donald Trump to begin a redistricting effort.
The change would result in almost 80% of North Carolina's U.S. House delegation being held by Republicans, in a state that is almost nearly a 50-50 split at the ballot box.
President Trump targeted lawmakers with threats of arrest and death, sparking a rare bipartisan call to protect the safety of elected officials.
While some worry about a challenge to Hakeem Jefferies, New York City Council member Chi Ossé tests the waters.