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June 28, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Mamdani's New York mayoral primary win exposes Democratic divide
Zohran Mamdani's New York mayoral primary prompted a variety of reactions among the city's Democrats, with some vowing to oppose him and others offering support.
June 28, 2025 at 4:53 PM
June 27, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Slotkin on Democratic divisions: 'We're like a solar system with no sun'
Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin pushed her fellow Democrats to go back to focusing on the issues and struggles plaguing middle-class Americans in a speech Thursday.
June 27, 2025 at 12:46 PM
June 25, 2025 at 1:01 PM
What Mamdani’s victory in NYC primary could mean for Democratic Party
State Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani’s victory in the primary could have broad implications for the Democratic Party as a whole.
June 25, 2025 at 1:01 PM
June 12, 2025 at 4:11 PM
David Hogg splits from DNC in 'fundamental disagreement' over vice chair's role
He stepped down as vice chair ahead of Democratic Party elections Thursday.
June 12, 2025 at 4:11 PM
June 12, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Senate Democrats seek probe of Ed Martin's early actions at DOJ
Senate Judiciary Democrats are pushing for an investigation into Ed Martin's early tenure at the Justice Department.
June 12, 2025 at 3:37 PM
June 12, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Newsom speech taking on Trump encourages Democrats looking for a leader
Many saw it as a sign the California governor might run for the White House.
June 12, 2025 at 2:52 PM
June 11, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Senate Democrats file bill to prevent ban on transgender military service
Senate Democrats are filing a bill that would stop the Pentagon's ban on transgender military service.
June 11, 2025 at 9:43 PM
June 11, 2025 at 10:30 AM
As Trump escalates immigration fight, Democrats face high-stakes test: ANALYSIS
The way Democrats proceed could affect enthusiasm for its candidates come the midterms, when the party will try to reclaim power in a Washington where it has very little.
June 11, 2025 at 10:30 AM
June 11, 2025 at 2:32 AM
Sherrill, Ciattarelli win New Jersey gubernatorial primaries
Voters went to the polls on Tuesday for New Jersey’s primary elections, which set up the state’s gubernatorial general election this year.
June 11, 2025 at 2:32 AM
June 9, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Democrats slam Trump’s deployment of National Guard to LA
The National Guard troops began arriving in Los Angeles early Sunday morning as the city braced for violence to continue over raids the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement conducted on Friday.
June 9, 2025 at 3:54 PM
June 4, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Karine Jean-Pierre leaves Democratic Party after serving in 'broken White House'
Former White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre has left the Democratic Party and is now an independent, according to a press release announcing her new book.
June 4, 2025 at 8:45 PM
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Wes Moore, Tim Walz urge for a fiercer Democratic party at famed Jim Clyburn Fish Fry
Both governors have denied any plans of seeking the presidential nomination.
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Dems call GOP's 'big, beautiful' bill 'ugly' for hurting low-income, helping rich
Republicans are touting House passage of a megabill to fund Trump’s agenda as a win for Americans. Democrats slam it as benefiting the rich and hurting low-income people.
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‘Democratic Party needs to be honest’ about Biden’s fitness in 2024 election: Khanna
ABC News’ Jonathan Karl interviews Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Calif., on “This Week.”
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House Democrat withdraws Trump impeachment bill that angered party leaders
Democratic Rep. Shri Thanedar decided against forcing a vote to impeach President Donald Trump after he was criticized by leaders from both parties.
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House Democrat forces impeachment vote against President Donald Trump
Democratic Rep. Shri Thanedar, Michigan, is taking an unorthodox step in defiance of his party's Leadership, forcing an impeachment vote against President Donald Trump on Wednesday.
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Buttigieg headlines Iowa town hall amid 2028 speculation
Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is headed to Iowa Tuesday, fueling speculation that he is mounting a bid for the White House in 2028.
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Newark mayor arrested at ICE facility while joining Democrats to conduct 'oversight'
Baraka was charged with trespassing, according to court documents filed on Friday evening.
2 months ago
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Democrats grapple with Biden's reemergence
Some Democrats say there is "a place for Joe Biden at the table," but others say he is best served out of the spotlight.
2 months ago
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Raja Krishnamoorthi launches bid for open Illinois Senate seat
Raja Krishnamoorthi has announced his bid to run for Senate, confirming speculations that he would join the field looking to win the seat left open by Dick Durbin.
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Who's running for president in 2028 and who's not?
It's been less than six months since the 2024 presidential election, but for some Democrats and Republicans, it's not too early to plan for the race for 2028.
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Trump’s first 100 days tests both Republican, Democratic parties' futures: ANALYSIS
His low approval ratings could be a liability for vulnerable Republicans.
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Dems say Trump's first 100 days gives them better chance of flipping House in 2026
Democrats argue that opinions on Trump and Republicans give them an opening to flip the U.S. House of Representatives.
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Democrats press WH over potential 'insider trading' before Trump tariff pause
The Democrats “urgently” called for the White House to issue the full disclosure of financial transactions of senior officials amid Trump's tariff rollbacks.
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Trump’s first 100 days test future of Republican, Democratic parties
ABC News’ Jay O’Brien reports on budget talks, as well as how lawmakers are navigating President Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office.
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America faces a 'woke' divide as Trump says it's history
In a speech to a joint session of Congress in March, President Donald Trump took direct aim at diversity, equity and inclusion policies.
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Oversight top Democrat Connolly 'stepping back,' saying his cancer has returned
Rep. Gerry Connolly, ranking Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, will “soon” step down from his role and won’t run for reelection because his cancer has returned.
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Democrat Connolly 'stepping back,' saying his cancer has returned
Rep. Gerry Connolly, ranking Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, will “soon” step down from his role and won’t run for reelection because his cancer has returned.
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Young Democratic primary challengers seek to oust longtime incumbents
As the Democratic Party takes stock of the upcoming 2026 midterm elections, a slate of political newcomers are challenging longtime incumbents.
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Democrats scrutinize law firms that cut deals with Trump
Democratic lawmakers questioning whether deals for pro bono work may violate federal bribery, extortion, honest services fraud or racketeering laws.
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What Sen. Dick Durbin’s retirement means for Democrats in Congress
Longtime Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., announced Wednesday that he will not seek reelection in 2026 and will retire after serving for over four decades in Congress.
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Michigan Senate race heats up as 3 major Democrats enter the fray
Michigan is set to face a competitive primary and fierce race for the state's open Senate seat in 2026 -- as three major Democrats have already entered the contest.
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First to ABC: House Dems urge JD Vance to preserve Smithsonian independence
First to ABC: House Dems urge JD Vance to preserve Smithsonian independence.
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David Hogg-run group to spend millions supporting challengers to House Democrats
Leaders We Deserve, a group led by David Hogg, announced it will spend $20 million to help younger candidates and primary challengers to House Democrats
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Democrats take aim at Republican seats with town hall events in red districts
ABC News' Contributing Political Correspondent Rachael Bade discusses the Democratic Party doubling down on town hall meetings in Republican-held districts.
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Democratic Party 'doubling down' on town hall meetings targeting GOP-held districts
DNC announces more town halls in GOP-held districts focused on Republican-led budget and featuring high-profile officials like Sen. Cory Booker, ABC News has learned.
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Democrats hammer Trump for his weekend of golf as stocks tumble
Dow futures opened Sunday evening down 1,500 points, or 4% percent., while the S&P 500 and NASDAQ 100 futures were also down 4%.
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Booker: Biggest mistake Democratic Party has made is ‘not centering people enough’
The biggest mistake Democrats have made is “not centering people enough” Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., said Sunday on ABC News' "This Week."
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Trump’s vows of retribution is a way to ‘to hurt people’: Booker
ABC News’ George Stephanopoulos interviews Sen. Cory Booker, D-N.J., on “This Week.”
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Education secretary hijacks House Democrats' presser after closed-door meeting
Education Secretary Linda McMahon interrupted a press conference by House Democrats to give an impromptu statement after they met in a closed-door meeting.
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Democrats vow to fight Trump tariffs 'tooth and nail' and slam 'chaotic trade war'
"Trump's done a lot of bad things. This is way up there," Chuck Schumer said of the administration's tariff policy.
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Fla., Wis. races are possible glimpses into how midterms may be approached: ANALYSIS
If Elon Musk continues to intervene in elections in a similar fashion, Democrats may have a winning playbook to replicate.
3 months ago
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Democrats intro bill to protect State Department from DOGE cuts
A new proposal on Capitol Hill takes aim at DOGE while proposing guardrails to reassert congressional oversight authority over the executive branch.
3 months ago
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Booker stages Senate filibuster to protest 'crisis' he says Trump and Musk created
Sen. Cory Booker has been staging a filibuster for more than 12 hours in protest of President Donald Trump and Elon Musk.
3 months ago
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Democrats renew push to expand IVF access for military service members
Congressional Democrats are renewing their push to expand in vitro fertilization access for military service members and veterans.
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Democrats push to emphasize 'fight' post-Signal scandal. Is that enough?: ANALYSIS
In a climate where wins have been hard to come by, Democrats went on offense amid outrage over the Signal group chat in which Trump officials discussed a U.S. strike.
3 months ago
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Republicans accuse NPR, PBS of bias at hearing; Democrats say its a partisan attack
The hearing was held by the Delivering on Government Efficiency subcommittee.
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Rep. Crockett defends 'Governor Hot Wheels' comments about Abbott amid censure threat
Rep. Jasmine Crockett is now claiming that her comments referring to Gov. Greg Abbott as "Governor Hot Wheels" were not about his disability but "his terrible policies."
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'Extreme alarm': Democrats demand answers after Signal chat firestorm
Top Senate Democrats wrote a letter to President Donald Trump seeking more information about reports that his cabinet members used Signal to discuss "sensitive" plans.
3 months ago
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Democrats react to Hegseth inadvertently sharing war plans via unsecure chat platform
After the Trump administration inadvertently added Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, to an unsecured chat about war plans, Democrats expressed outrage.
3 months ago