Trump's judicial confirmations to face resistance in Democratic-controlled Senate
A Democratic-controlled Senate is unlikely to help President Trump and Republicans continue their push to remake the federal judiciary in the next two years.
A Democratic-controlled Senate is unlikely to help President Trump and Republicans continue their push to remake the federal judiciary in the next two years.
For Israel, a Democrat-controlled House and Senate may intensify congressional scrutiny of Israel's military operations in Iran, Gaza, and Lebanon, while threatening long-standing US support.
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En fin de soirée hier, plusieurs médias américains confirmaient que les démocrates allaient s’emparer du Sénat.
A Democratic takeover of either chamber of the US Congress could bring tougher scrutiny of President Donald Trump’s dealings with Beijing, even as lawmakers are likely to maintain a broadly hawkish stance towards China, analysts said. A...
Far-left "squad" member Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) claimed there is "much more trust in government" in democratic socialist countries, and she called government "the great equalizer of opportunity."
Border issues helped propel Trump in the Rio Grande Valley in 2024. Voters reassess 2024 swing towards Trump as Republicans and Democrats grapple for Rio Grande Valley votes. Covered by 3 outlets: 2 lean left, 1 lean right.
Mexico’s government issued a statement condemning the claim by the State of Texas of nine islands in the waters of the Rio Grande with a long history of use by drug cartels to get drugs and migrants into the country.
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Business owners throughout the state of Pennsylvania have been left affected after thousands of skill games were taken out of restaurants, bars, social clubs, gas stations, and convenience stores, among other places.
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The results mean America's two most populous cities - New York and Los Angeles - will be led by democratic socialists. Nithya Raman’s win in Los Angeles adds to the list of major cities with democratic socialist leaders. Covered by 41...
Democratic socialists had another success with Ms. Raman’s ascent to the Los Angeles mayoralty. But she is no sure bet to advance the group’s priorities.
Asked what went wrong, Bass pointed to a broader wave of voter frustration and demands for change.
Raman’s colleagues all opposed her run for mayor. Now some promise ‘full support’ Los Angeles Times Raman’s win triggers surge of optimism among advocates of transit and safer streets in LA LAist Nithya Raman...
Nithya Raman taps into frustration with economic and political status quo to become mayor of the second-largest US city.
Janeese Lewis George joins a small group of democratic socialist municipal leaders. Democratic Socialist and the Democratic Party nominee for mayor of Washington, DC Janeese Lewis George defeated her opponent on Tuesday night in the...
D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser on Wednesday congratulated her successor, Council member Janeese Lewis George, one day after the 38-year-old easily won an election that will make her the latest self-described socialist to...
A Washington, D.C., leftist group under congressional scrutiny for activist juror trainings saw an outspoken supporter become mayor-elect on Tuesday. Democrat Janeese Lewis George won more than 80% of the vote with...
Democratic Socialist and the Democratic Party nominee for mayor of Washington, DC Janeese Lewis George defeated her opponent on Tuesday night in the city's mayoral election.
D.C. mayor election results 2026 The Washington Post District of Columbia Midterm Elections 2026: Live Results NBC News Janeese Lewis George is DC's next mayor. Now come the challenges, starting with Trump WJLA The...
Maryland Governor Wes Moore successfully defended his seat against Republican challenger Dan Cox. Maryland Democrat Gov. Covered by 6 outlets: 2 lean left, 2 are centre, 2 lean right.
Miller, who was born in Hyderabad on November 6, 1964, was re-elected on the Democratic ticket alongside Governor Wes Moore.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore joins CNBC's "Squawk Box" to discuss the key takeaways from the Democrats' seismic victory in the midterm elections.
Maryland Governor Wes Moore successfully defended his seat against Republican challenger Dan Cox. Moore shares his reaction to major Democratic midterm wins. CBS News 24/7 is the premier anchored streaming news...
Maryland Democrat Gov. Wes Moore has been predictably elected to another term over Republican candidate Dan Cox, with the Associated Press calling the race early on election night.
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If Democrats gain control of Congress, they will challenge many of Trump's tariffs through legislation and oversight. Covered by 3 outlets: 2 are centre, 1 are not rated.
A night of endless good news for Democrats as America rejects the last two years of Donald Trump. Meanwhile, there is a “great fear” within the Albanese government over what Trump will do next.
If Democrats gain control of Congress, they will challenge many of Trump's tariffs through legislation and oversight. The party aims to repeal tariffs impacting communities on both sides of the Canadian border....
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A constitutional amendment passed Tuesday could pave the way for Democratic lawmakers to redraw Maryland's congressional districts ahead of the 2028 election. Maryland voters approved a constitutional amendment that paves the way for...
Maryland voters approved a ballot measure Tuesday amending the state’s Constitution to allow Democratic-led congressional redistricting. The measure, known as Question 3, passed 60 percent to 40 percent, with 77...
Changes are coming to how Maryland draws its congressional districts after voters approved adding a proposed amendment to the state’s constitution in the 2026 midterm elections. The measure passed 59.5% to 40.5% on...
Maryland voters approved a constitutional amendment that paves the way for Democrats to redraw their state’s congressional map, NBC News projects.
Democratic wins in state AG races give Trump a new headache Reuters
Democrats have achieved significant victories by winning attorney general races in five traditionally Republican-leaning states. This shift may hinder conservative legal strategies and provide resistance to President...
Voters took a wrecking ball to the traditional map of political battlegrounds, electing Democrats in states that were long considered reliably Republican.
Voters took a wrecking ball to the traditional map of political battlegrounds, electing Democrats in states that were long considered reliably Republican.
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Voters handed Democrats the keys to power across the country and expect them to drive in a different direction. Party leaders are now trying to figure out which way to go.
Democratic US senators see hope for permitting bill ahead of key Senate vote Reuters
A handful of Democrats scored improbable victories in races against Republican incumbents who were favored to win.
A pair of House Democrats will try to bypass Republican leaders and force a vote to restore Temporary Protected Status to Afghan nationals in the United States by introducing a discharge petition when Congress returns Monday night.
Dems picked up more than 500 seats (and counting) and flipped at least 12 legislative chambers.
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Democratic attorney general wins could reshape US lawsuits on abortion, immigration and more Reuters
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Le chef des démocrates au Sénat américain s'est engagé à «combattre pied à pied» le nouveau directeur de cabinet de la Maison-Blanche, Stephen Miller.
Clergy and other Democratic candidates with an unapologetically Christian message to “love your neighbor” helped their party flip control of Congress, highlighting the religious left's strength as a counter to evangelical support for...
This is a lightly edited transcript of the November 5 edition of Right Now With Perry Bacon. You can watch the video here or by following this show on YouTube or Substack . Perry Bacon: Good afternoon. This is Right Now on The New...
Democrats welcome socialists with open arms but won’t endure anyone who stands up for the Jewish state.
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With millions of ex-Trump voters backing its candidates, the Democratic Party is a much bigger tent today than it was on Monday. But that doesn’t mean it has to be a circus.
Voters wait in line to cast their ballot at a polling station at Midtown Mall in Anchorage, Alaska, on Nov. 1, 2026. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
Lawmakers in states with new total Democratic control said they would try to join an effort to try to elect the next president effectively by popular vote. But momentum has stalled before.
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Democratic senator demands tech firms, FCC chair turn over documents Reuters