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What the SCOTUS campaign finance ruling means, according to an expert
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Thursday, July 02, 2026
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Graham Platner wins Democratic nomination to challenge Susan Collins in November
Defying Trump ended some Republicans' careers. It could help Susan Collins win reelection in Maine
Graham Platner isn't going anywhere in Maine Senate race after latest controversy
Will Maine voters extend 'forgiveness' to another Graham Platner controversy?
Susan Collins brings federal dollars to Maine. She's hoping that's worth it to voters
Even as anxieties grow under Trump, these swing voters aren't ready to back Democrats
At one Kentucky bar, young Republicans wrestle with their disappointment in Trump and their party
Andy Barr wins GOP primary for Senate in Kentucky, in bid to succeed McConnell
Charles Booker wins Democratic primary for US Senate in Kentucky, will face Barr
In Georgia, two GOP Trump backers vie to face former Atlanta mayor for governor
Progressive Rabb wins 3rd District race with boosts from ‘the squad’ and local grassroots activism
Here's how Tuesday's primary elections played out, state-by-state
Trump notches more GOP primary wins, but big midterm questions remain
Trump endorses Ken Paxton in Texas GOP primary, boosting his challenge to incumbent Sen. Cornyn
Trump endorses Ken Paxton over incumbent John Cornyn in Texas Senate primary runoff
Tuesday is a big primary day. Here's what you need to know
What to know about today's primaries in Georgia, Kentucky and more
Ketanji Brown Jackson warns of Supreme Court appearing partisan
Why the Supreme Court's voting rights ruling could play a big role at the local level
In Georgia primary, Republicans dominate spending and Democrats drive record turnout
Denise Powell wins Democratic primary for Nebraska's 2nd congressional district
Outside spending reaches fever pitch in Nebraska congressional primary as candidates spar over ‘dark money’
Defying Trump ended some Republicans' careers. It could help Susan Collins win reelection in Maine
Graham Platner isn't going anywhere in Maine Senate race after latest controversy
Will Maine voters extend 'forgiveness' to another Graham Platner controversy?
Susan Collins brings federal dollars to Maine. She's hoping that's worth it to voters
Even as anxieties grow under Trump, these swing voters aren't ready to back Democrats
At one Kentucky bar, young Republicans wrestle with their disappointment in Trump and their party
Andy Barr wins GOP primary for Senate in Kentucky, in bid to succeed McConnell
Charles Booker wins Democratic primary for US Senate in Kentucky, will face Barr
In Georgia, two GOP Trump backers vie to face former Atlanta mayor for governor
Progressive Rabb wins 3rd District race with boosts from ‘the squad’ and local grassroots activism
Here's how Tuesday's primary elections played out, state-by-state
Trump notches more GOP primary wins, but big midterm questions remain
Trump endorses Ken Paxton in Texas GOP primary, boosting his challenge to incumbent Sen. Cornyn
Trump endorses Ken Paxton over incumbent John Cornyn in Texas Senate primary runoff
Tuesday is a big primary day. Here's what you need to know
What to know about today's primaries in Georgia, Kentucky and more
Ketanji Brown Jackson warns of Supreme Court appearing partisan
Why the Supreme Court's voting rights ruling could play a big role at the local level
In Georgia primary, Republicans dominate spending and Democrats drive record turnout
Denise Powell wins Democratic primary for Nebraska's 2nd congressional district
Outside spending reaches fever pitch in Nebraska congressional primary as candidates spar over ‘dark money’
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Monday, May 11, 2026
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Oregon's most unexpected gubernatorial candidate? A pencil with a point
Oregon’s only Republican congressman faces two challengers in the primary
Oregon’s Republican challengers for US House trail Bynum in pre-primary spending
Nearly 100 Democrats vie for party’s nomination in legislative races ahead of May primary
Coastal Oregon conservative announces run for U.S. Senate
Chris Dudley enters Oregon governor’s race
Oregon's most unexpected gubernatorial candidate? A pencil with a point
Oregon’s only Republican congressman faces two challengers in the primary
Oregon’s Republican challengers for US House trail Bynum in pre-primary spending
Nearly 100 Democrats vie for party’s nomination in legislative races ahead of May primary
Coastal Oregon conservative announces run for U.S. Senate
Chris Dudley enters Oregon governor’s race
Thursday, April 23, 2026
4 charts show where money is going in the midterms — and who has the most cash
With 3 resignations in a week, Congress faces scrutiny for how it handles misconduct
Rep. Nancy Mace introduces measure to expel fellow Republican Cory Mills from Congress
How Eric Swalwell's fall was brought on by a network of women who organized online
Why Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales chose to resign
Top House Republicans call on Gonzales to end reelection bid over sex allegations
Speaker Mike Johnson and House leadership ask Tony Gonzales to drop reelection bid
GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales heads to a runoff in Texas amid a new ethics probe in the House
Texas Rep. Gonzales resists calls to resign over allegations of an affair with an ex-staffer
Texts show Rep. Tony Gonzales asked for explicit photos from aide who later died by suicide
GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales faces pressure from party over affair allegations
With 3 resignations in a week, Congress faces scrutiny for how it handles misconduct
Rep. Nancy Mace introduces measure to expel fellow Republican Cory Mills from Congress
How Eric Swalwell's fall was brought on by a network of women who organized online
Why Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales chose to resign
Top House Republicans call on Gonzales to end reelection bid over sex allegations
Speaker Mike Johnson and House leadership ask Tony Gonzales to drop reelection bid
GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales heads to a runoff in Texas amid a new ethics probe in the House
Texas Rep. Gonzales resists calls to resign over allegations of an affair with an ex-staffer
Texts show Rep. Tony Gonzales asked for explicit photos from aide who later died by suicide
GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales faces pressure from party over affair allegations
Friday, March 13, 2026
Democrats set a turnout record in Texas, so is this the year it turns blue?
Trump says Democrats must cheat to win. What do his supporters think?
Trump teases GOP endorsement in Texas Senate race as Talarico advances for Democrats
A run for their money: Young candidates rival older incumbents in midterm fundraising
GOP anxieties rise in Texas after Talarico victory
Talarico triumphs, Cornyn-Paxton face off: 5 questions after Texas Senate primaries
North Carolina Rep. Valerie Foushee holds narrow lead over challenger Nida Allam
Talarico wins Democratic nomination for Texas Senate seat; Republicans set for runoff
5 takeaways from the first primaries of the 2026 midterms
Takeaways from the first elections of the 2026 midterm campaigns
Supreme Court blocks redrawing of New York congressional map, dealing a win for GOP
North Carolina and Texas have primary elections Tuesday. Here's what you need to know
The bruising, messy House primary battles to watch today
In win for GOP, Supreme Court blocks NY map change before midterms
The road to the midterms has started: Voters in Texas, North Carolina and Arkansas cast their ballots in key primary races
As Trump visits Texas, 3 GOP Senate candidates fight for his endorsement
Republicans are freaking out over Texas Senate race
GOP stays competitive in midterms despite Trump's negative ratings
Never Trump Republicans are still issuing dire warnings. Is anyone listening?
Only a fraction of House seats are competitive. Redistricting is driving that lower
Virginia Democrats pass map that could flip 4 US House seats, if courts and voters approve
Susan Collins formalizes reelection bid, will seek sixth term
Trump says Democrats must cheat to win. What do his supporters think?
Trump teases GOP endorsement in Texas Senate race as Talarico advances for Democrats
A run for their money: Young candidates rival older incumbents in midterm fundraising
GOP anxieties rise in Texas after Talarico victory
Talarico triumphs, Cornyn-Paxton face off: 5 questions after Texas Senate primaries
North Carolina Rep. Valerie Foushee holds narrow lead over challenger Nida Allam
Talarico wins Democratic nomination for Texas Senate seat; Republicans set for runoff
5 takeaways from the first primaries of the 2026 midterms
Takeaways from the first elections of the 2026 midterm campaigns
Supreme Court blocks redrawing of New York congressional map, dealing a win for GOP
North Carolina and Texas have primary elections Tuesday. Here's what you need to know
The bruising, messy House primary battles to watch today
In win for GOP, Supreme Court blocks NY map change before midterms
The road to the midterms has started: Voters in Texas, North Carolina and Arkansas cast their ballots in key primary races
As Trump visits Texas, 3 GOP Senate candidates fight for his endorsement
Republicans are freaking out over Texas Senate race
GOP stays competitive in midterms despite Trump's negative ratings
Never Trump Republicans are still issuing dire warnings. Is anyone listening?
Only a fraction of House seats are competitive. Redistricting is driving that lower
Virginia Democrats pass map that could flip 4 US House seats, if courts and voters approve
Susan Collins formalizes reelection bid, will seek sixth term
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Monday, March 03, 2025
New deputy FBI director Dan Bongino previously called for imprisoning Democrats
Kash Patel Wants to Work From Home for FBI. But Who Does He Live With?
What to Know About Dan Bongino, New FBI Deputy Director
What to know about Dan Bongino, the media personality tapped as FBI deputy director
Trump wants more power over agencies. Experts worry about campaign finance regulators
Trump loyalist Kash Patel is confirmed as FBI director by the Senate despite deep Democratic doubts
Kash Patel Wants to Work From Home for FBI. But Who Does He Live With?
What to Know About Dan Bongino, New FBI Deputy Director
What to know about Dan Bongino, the media personality tapped as FBI deputy director
Trump wants more power over agencies. Experts worry about campaign finance regulators
Trump loyalist Kash Patel is confirmed as FBI director by the Senate despite deep Democratic doubts
Friday, November 15, 2024
While Democrats around the country pledge to resist Trump, Oregon leaders have been quiet
Democrat Andrea Salinas wins reelection in Oregon’s 6th Congressional District
Democrat Janelle Bynum flips Oregon’s most high-profile US House district
Responding to residents proved foundational in Gluesenkamp Perez victory as district picked Trump
Moyer, Singleton lead in Multnomah County commissioner races
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez projected winner in critical US House contest
Low turnout in Multnomah County signals Democratic Party’s struggles
Portland election analysis: What’s next for the city with new elected leadership
Portland Mayor-elect Keith Wilson embraces ‘the challenge and the opportunity’ of leading
Central Oregon returns show strong leads in state Senate, sheriff and Bend city races
U.S. Rep. Val Hoyle leading in race for Oregon’s 4th Congressional District
Measure 118, Oregon’s proposed business tax hike, on course to fail
Clackamas County’s Tootie Smith loses reelection bid to former sheriff for commission chair
Keith Wilson leading in race to be Portland’s next mayor
Oregon Democrats keep statewide offices, but new taxes are still a hard sell
Tobias Read leading race for Oregon secretary of state by wide margin
Early results for Portland City Council races show newcomers and familiar faces in preliminary lead
Democrat Dan Rayfield leads in race to be Oregon attorney general, as Republican Will Lathrop concedes
Rep. Andrea Salinas leads in race for Oregon’s 6th Congressional District
Janelle Bynum is leading in Oregon’s 5th Congressional District but the race is too close to call
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez leading in tight race for Washington’s 3rd Congressional District
Democratic Attorney General Bob Ferguson wins governor’s race in Washington
Oregon voters line up to cast ballots as Election Day clock counts down
Deep dive into Oregon's 2024 political landscape
In a purple Pacific Northwest pocket three Latina candidates face tough House races
How candidates — and their donors — are navigating a first-of-its-kind election season in Portland/a>
4 Portland mayoral candidates share competing visions for city and tackling homelessness crisis
Homelessness and housing affordability are top of mind for younger Oregonians heading into November election
Democrat Andrea Salinas wins reelection in Oregon’s 6th Congressional District
Democrat Janelle Bynum flips Oregon’s most high-profile US House district
Responding to residents proved foundational in Gluesenkamp Perez victory as district picked Trump
Moyer, Singleton lead in Multnomah County commissioner races
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez projected winner in critical US House contest
Low turnout in Multnomah County signals Democratic Party’s struggles
Portland election analysis: What’s next for the city with new elected leadership
Portland Mayor-elect Keith Wilson embraces ‘the challenge and the opportunity’ of leading
Central Oregon returns show strong leads in state Senate, sheriff and Bend city races
U.S. Rep. Val Hoyle leading in race for Oregon’s 4th Congressional District
Measure 118, Oregon’s proposed business tax hike, on course to fail
Clackamas County’s Tootie Smith loses reelection bid to former sheriff for commission chair
Keith Wilson leading in race to be Portland’s next mayor
Oregon Democrats keep statewide offices, but new taxes are still a hard sell
Tobias Read leading race for Oregon secretary of state by wide margin
Early results for Portland City Council races show newcomers and familiar faces in preliminary lead
Democrat Dan Rayfield leads in race to be Oregon attorney general, as Republican Will Lathrop concedes
Rep. Andrea Salinas leads in race for Oregon’s 6th Congressional District
Janelle Bynum is leading in Oregon’s 5th Congressional District but the race is too close to call
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez leading in tight race for Washington’s 3rd Congressional District
Democratic Attorney General Bob Ferguson wins governor’s race in Washington
Oregon voters line up to cast ballots as Election Day clock counts down
Deep dive into Oregon's 2024 political landscape
In a purple Pacific Northwest pocket three Latina candidates face tough House races
How candidates — and their donors — are navigating a first-of-its-kind election season in Portland/a>
4 Portland mayoral candidates share competing visions for city and tackling homelessness crisis
Homelessness and housing affordability are top of mind for younger Oregonians heading into November election
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Friday, September 06, 2024
GOP sees worrying signs in North Carolina governor’s race
Democrats launch text message campaign in Florida Senate race to reach Latino voters
After major police endorsement, Rep. Gallego faces backlash from progressive groups
Arizona Police Association endorses Ruben Gallego for U.S. Senate
Trump-backed candidate wins in Arizona primary race
Kari Lake wins Arizona's GOP Senate primary. She'll face Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego
Arizona local official who defended elections against GOP attacks is ousted in primary
Arizona holds congressional primaries today. Trump's influence looms large
Winklevoss twins and crypto ties seek to shape Arizona Democratic primary race
Arizona's Maricopa County prepares to be in the election spotlight once again
As the 2024 election nears, misinformation targeting Latinos gains attention
Democrats launch text message campaign in Florida Senate race to reach Latino voters
After major police endorsement, Rep. Gallego faces backlash from progressive groups
Arizona Police Association endorses Ruben Gallego for U.S. Senate
Trump-backed candidate wins in Arizona primary race
Kari Lake wins Arizona's GOP Senate primary. She'll face Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego
Arizona local official who defended elections against GOP attacks is ousted in primary
Arizona holds congressional primaries today. Trump's influence looms large
Winklevoss twins and crypto ties seek to shape Arizona Democratic primary race
Arizona's Maricopa County prepares to be in the election spotlight once again
As the 2024 election nears, misinformation targeting Latinos gains attention
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Friday, July 26, 2024
Major Shifts Beneath the Surface in a New Trump-Harris Poll
The fight to define Harris is on. And for now, Republicans are dominating Democrats on the airwaves
Where Harris stands against Trump in the battleground states that will decide the election
Abortion, Israel-Hamas War, criminal justice: Where Harris' agenda could break from Biden's on key issues for voters
Kamala Harris already faces racism and sexism from Trump and Republicans
Trump tries out attack lines on Kamala Harris as her campaign heats up
Exclusive: How Harris Is Pivoting From Biden’s Campaign Message
Is Kamala Harris the presumptive Democratic nominee? Not quite.
'Haley Voters for Harris' pledge to fight on after Nikki Haley says cease and desist
Beyoncé gives Kamala Harris the green light to use 'Freedom' in presidential campaign
'Dumb' and a 'DEI' candidate: Trump and allies attack Kamala Harris based on race, gender
As she is poised to be the Democratic nominee, here are 5 things about Kamala Harris
Trump files FEC complaint over transfer of Biden cash to Harris
Poll: Presidential race hits a reset with Harris vs. Trump
Everyone is talking about whether Josh Shapiro will be Harris' running mate, except Josh Shapiro
2024 election updates: Kamala Harris gives first campaign speech in Wisc. after securing delegates needed for Democratic nomination
Can Harris — or any other Democrat — access Biden campaign money?
分析指美民主黨須於極短時間內說服選民接替拜登出選者可挫特朗普
Kamala Harris walks out to Beyoncé’s 'Freedom' in her 1st appearance as a presidential candidate
New Yahoo News/YouGov poll: Kamala Harris has a huge head start for the Democratic nomination — and the strongest numbers against Trump
Harris campaign vetting 7 Dems for VP, including Whitmer, Cooper, Kelly, Shapiro
Biden had a problem with young voters. Can Harris overcome it?
拜登退選・懶人包|拜登黨內壓力下退位 賀錦麗曾推動制裁港官 對華立場強硬
Donald Trump has donated to Kamala Harris twice, but she didn't keep the money
As Harris launches her presidential run, the veepstakes is on. Here's who to watch
Potential rivals to Harris for president line up to endorse her
The Kamala Harris coconut tree meme, explained as best we can
9 possible running mates Kamala Harris could pick
How Kamala Harris fares against Trump in the 2024 polls
2024 election updates: Kamala Harris rakes in campaign donations after Biden drops out of race; Democrats offer early support
A Harris-Newsom presidential ticket? There’s one big legal hurdle: The 12th Amendment
Why Obama Hasn’t Endorsed Harris
The fight to define Harris is on. And for now, Republicans are dominating Democrats on the airwaves
Where Harris stands against Trump in the battleground states that will decide the election
Abortion, Israel-Hamas War, criminal justice: Where Harris' agenda could break from Biden's on key issues for voters
Kamala Harris already faces racism and sexism from Trump and Republicans
Trump tries out attack lines on Kamala Harris as her campaign heats up
Exclusive: How Harris Is Pivoting From Biden’s Campaign Message
Is Kamala Harris the presumptive Democratic nominee? Not quite.
'Haley Voters for Harris' pledge to fight on after Nikki Haley says cease and desist
Beyoncé gives Kamala Harris the green light to use 'Freedom' in presidential campaign
'Dumb' and a 'DEI' candidate: Trump and allies attack Kamala Harris based on race, gender
As she is poised to be the Democratic nominee, here are 5 things about Kamala Harris
Trump files FEC complaint over transfer of Biden cash to Harris
Poll: Presidential race hits a reset with Harris vs. Trump
Everyone is talking about whether Josh Shapiro will be Harris' running mate, except Josh Shapiro
2024 election updates: Kamala Harris gives first campaign speech in Wisc. after securing delegates needed for Democratic nomination
Can Harris — or any other Democrat — access Biden campaign money?
分析指美民主黨須於極短時間內說服選民接替拜登出選者可挫特朗普
Kamala Harris walks out to Beyoncé’s 'Freedom' in her 1st appearance as a presidential candidate
New Yahoo News/YouGov poll: Kamala Harris has a huge head start for the Democratic nomination — and the strongest numbers against Trump
Harris campaign vetting 7 Dems for VP, including Whitmer, Cooper, Kelly, Shapiro
Biden had a problem with young voters. Can Harris overcome it?
拜登退選・懶人包|拜登黨內壓力下退位 賀錦麗曾推動制裁港官 對華立場強硬
Donald Trump has donated to Kamala Harris twice, but she didn't keep the money
As Harris launches her presidential run, the veepstakes is on. Here's who to watch
Potential rivals to Harris for president line up to endorse her
The Kamala Harris coconut tree meme, explained as best we can
9 possible running mates Kamala Harris could pick
How Kamala Harris fares against Trump in the 2024 polls
2024 election updates: Kamala Harris rakes in campaign donations after Biden drops out of race; Democrats offer early support
A Harris-Newsom presidential ticket? There’s one big legal hurdle: The 12th Amendment
Why Obama Hasn’t Endorsed Harris
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Why many scientists fear a second Trump term
With just one mention of abortion, Republican Party lays out its 2024 policy platform
It's now GOP policy to build a US Iron Dome. Here's what Trump's plan could mean.
Trump revels in Democratic turmoil as he returns to campaign trail and teases VP pick
Ahead of the Republican Convention, Nikki Haley tells her delegates to vote for Trump
Why some Republican-led states are limiting who can vote in party primaries
'Black jobs'? Trump draws pushback after anti-immigration rant
"Not a single Fortune 100 chief executive has donated": Maddow debunks Trump corporate support myth
A second Trump term could slow the shift from fossil fuels as climate threats grow
With just one mention of abortion, Republican Party lays out its 2024 policy platform
It's now GOP policy to build a US Iron Dome. Here's what Trump's plan could mean.
Trump revels in Democratic turmoil as he returns to campaign trail and teases VP pick
Ahead of the Republican Convention, Nikki Haley tells her delegates to vote for Trump
Why some Republican-led states are limiting who can vote in party primaries
'Black jobs'? Trump draws pushback after anti-immigration rant
"Not a single Fortune 100 chief executive has donated": Maddow debunks Trump corporate support myth
A second Trump term could slow the shift from fossil fuels as climate threats grow
Friday, June 21, 2024
Trump raised so much last month he erased Biden’s cash advantage
A data tool being used to challenge voter registrations is raising many concerns
Biden campaign announces $50M ad campaign aiming to strike a contrast with Trump's hush money conviction
Biden vs. Trump remains close, so next week's debate offers them an opportunity
Trump challenges Biden to cognitive test, but confuses name of doctor who tested him
When a Trump rally T-shirt is more than just a shirt
It's easy to believe young voters could back Trump at young conservative conference
If Everyone Voted, Would Biden Benefit? Not Anymore.
1 in 10 eligible U.S. voters say they can’t easily show proof of their citizenship
Advocacy group finds one-fifth of Latino voters leaning towards third-party presidential candidates
A data tool being used to challenge voter registrations is raising many concerns
Biden campaign announces $50M ad campaign aiming to strike a contrast with Trump's hush money conviction
Biden vs. Trump remains close, so next week's debate offers them an opportunity
Trump challenges Biden to cognitive test, but confuses name of doctor who tested him
When a Trump rally T-shirt is more than just a shirt
It's easy to believe young voters could back Trump at young conservative conference
If Everyone Voted, Would Biden Benefit? Not Anymore.
1 in 10 eligible U.S. voters say they can’t easily show proof of their citizenship
Advocacy group finds one-fifth of Latino voters leaning towards third-party presidential candidates
Wednesday, May 01, 2024
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