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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
New York mayoral candidate, State Rep. Zohran Mamdani speaks with ABC News Senior Political Correspondent Rachel Scott in New York City, June 25, 2025.
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
Sen. Elissa Slotkin speaks at the Center for American Progress, June 26, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
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
VIDEO: What Mamdani’s victory in NYC primary could mean for Democratic Party
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
Activist David Hogg speaks at a town hall hosted by the advocacy group March For Our Lives at East LA College. (Robert Gauthier/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
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
Interim U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia Ed Martin speaks during a press conference, May 13, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
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
Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks during an address, June 10, 2025.
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
Saluting American soldiers.
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
President Donald J. Trump in Washington, June 9, 2025 and California Governor Gavin Newsom in Compton, Calif., June 5, 2025.
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
From left, New Jersey Rep. Josh Gottheimer; Newark Mayor Ras Baraka; Jersey City Mayor Steve Fulop; moderator NJ Spotlight News anchor Briana Vannozzi; moderator WNYC Morning Edition host Michael Hill; New Jersey Rep. Mikie Sherrill; and former state Senate President Steve Sweeney attend the New Jersey Democratic gubernatorial primary debate, May 12, 2025, in Newark, N.J.
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
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 (ICE) conducted on Friday.
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
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre speaks during the daily briefing at the White House in Washington, Nov. 13, 2024.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz speaks with Rep. Jim Clyburn, D-S.C., at the South Carolina Democratic Party's Blue Palmetto Dinner Friday, May 30, 2025, in Columbia, S.C. (AP Photo/Meg Kinnard)
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer speaks during a news conference to protest cuts in the World Trade Center Health Program on Capitol Hill, May 13, 2025, in Washington.
1 month ago

‘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.”
1 month ago
VIDEO: 1-on-1 with Rep. Ro Khanna
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
In this April 10, 2025, file photo, Rep. Shri Thanedar arrives for the vote on the budget resolution in the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
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.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is headed to Iowa Tuesday, fueling speculation that he is mounting a bid for the White House in 2028.
2 months ago

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
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka joins protesters outside of Delaney Hall, a recently re-opened immigration detention center, in Newark, N.J., May 7, 2025.
2 months ago

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
Former President Joe Biden appears on ABC News' The View, May 8, 2025.
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi walks down the House steps after last votes in the Capitol, March 27, 2025.
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear talks about the gains in the economic growth f the state during the past year in Frankfort, Ky., on Dec. 18, 2024.
2 months ago

Trump’s first 100 days tests both Republican, Democratic parties' futures: ANALYSIS

His low approval ratings could be a liability for vulnerable Republicans.
2 months ago
President Donald Trump returns to the White House from his New Jersey golf club in Washington, April 27, 2024.
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
The U.S. Capitol building is seen on April 28, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
Senator Adam Schiff attends a hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., April 7, 2025.
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Trump’s first 100 days test future of Republican, Democratic parties
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
University of Michigan students walk on the UM campus next to signage displaying the University's "Core Values," April 3, 2025, in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
Rep. Gerry Connolly questions witnesses during a House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform hearing titled "A Hearing with Sanctuary City Mayors" in Washington, March 5, 2025.
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
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.
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
Everton Blair, a Congressional candidate
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
President Donald Trump speaks with reporters at the White House, April 23, 2025, in Washington.
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
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.
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
Rep. Haley Stevens speaks during a press conference on Capitol Hill, Feb. 6, 2025, in Washington.
2 months ago

First to ABC: House Dems urge JD Vance to preserve Smithsonian independence

First to ABC: House Dems urge JD Vance to preserve Smithsonian independence.
2 months ago
Completed in 1855 and made from Seneca red sandstone, the Smithsonian Institution Building, or "Castle," stands on the National Mall on August 21, 2023 in Washington, DC. An investigation by the Washington Post into the Smithsonian's human remains collections revealed the revered institution is holding 30,700 bones and body parts, including 255 brains as party of its "Racial Brain Collection." Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch III has apologized for how the collection was created and has built a task force to decide what to do with the remains. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
2 months ago

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
2 months ago
David Hogg speaks onstage during the Fast Company Innovation Festival 2024 at BMCC Tribeca PAC on September 17, 2024 in New York City.
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Democrats take aim at Republican seats with town hall events in red districts
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
Sen. Cory Booker attends a Town Hall meeting, April 5, 2025, in Paramus, New Jersey.
3 months ago

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%.
3 months ago
President Donald Trump talks on the phone as he arrives at Trump National Golf Club, Sunday, April 6, 2025, in Jupiter, Fla. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
3 months ago

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."
3 months ago
Sen. Cory Booker speaks with ABC News on 'This Week' April 6, 2025.
3 months ago

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.”
3 months ago
VIDEO: 1-on-1 with Sen. Cory Booker
3 months ago

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.
3 months ago
Education Secretary Linda McMahon during a press conference outside of the Department of Education in Washington, D.C., April 2, 2025.
3 months ago

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.
3 months ago
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer speaks during a press conference to address tariffs set to be imposed by President Donald Trump on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., on April 2, 2025.
3 months ago

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
Democrat-backed Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Judge Susan Crawford reacts after voters elected her to the state Supreme Court, at her election night headquarters in Madison, Wisconsin, April 1, 2025.
3 months ago

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
U.S. Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-CA) speaks during the We Choose To Fight: Nobody Elected Elon Rally at the U.S. Department Of The Treasury on February 04, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Jemal Countess/Getty Images for MoveOn)
3 months ago

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
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

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.
3 months ago
In vitro fertilization or IVF
3 months ago

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
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries speaks during a press conference at the US Capitol in Washington, Mar. 14, 2025.
3 months ago

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.
3 months ago
U.S. Rep. Robert Garcia (D-CA) speaks in front of poster of Sesame Street's Bert and Ernie during a House Oversight and Government Reform Committee hearing at the U.S. Capitol on March 26, 2025 in Washington, DC.
3 months ago

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."
3 months ago
Rep. Jasmine Crockett speaks onstage during Human Rights Campaign's 2025 Los Angeles Dinner at Fairmont Century Plaza on March 22, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
3 months ago

'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
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer is interviewed at the Capitol in Washington, Mar. 14, 2025.
3 months ago

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
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth leaves the House chamber after U.S. President Donald Trump addressed a joint session of Congress at the U.S. Capitol on March 04, 2025 in Washington, DC.