Democratic Party
Here's the latest on the Democratic Party. It is one of the two major political parties in the United States, alongside the Republican Party. President Joe Biden won the 2020 election against the Republican nominee, former President Donald Trump. The Democratic Party's 2024 presidential ticket features vice president Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. The two will face Republican nominee, former President Donald Trump and his vice president pick, Ohio Senator JD Vance. The current chairperson of the Democratic National Committee is attorney and politician Jaime Harrison.
Donald Trump suffers major legal loss in "deep state" war
U.S. District Judge Loren AliKhan said the Trump administration wanted the Federal Trade Commission to be a "subservient agency."
Intersectional Communist Zohran Mamdani Shows Democrats Can't Quit Obamaism
Mamdani singlehandedly encapsulates the unholy "red-green" alliance.
Pelosi says "release the files" after calling Epstein fallout "distraction"
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi weighed in on the fallout around the Trump administration's Epstein memo, calling it a "distraction."
Democrats dealt redistricting blow in Florida as Texas GOP plans redraw
The Florida Supreme Court ruled in a case Democrats hoped could have given them an additional seat ahead of the midterms.
Exclusive—Ro Khanna vows to "fight with everything" to reveal Epstein files
"A nation that does not hold powerful men accountable is a nation that has lost its moral purpose," Khanna told Newsweek.
John Fetterman's approval rating with Democrats hits record low
A Morning Consult poll has found that John Fetterman's net approval rating among Democrats has fallen 33 points since the end of 2024.
Democratic senator admitted to hospital: What we know
Democratic Senator Tina Smith of Minnesota, 67, has served since 2018 and is crucial to her party's efforts to block Trump's agenda.
Zohran Mamdani meets with Democrats as he attempts to gather key support
The meeting comes as the party navigates internal divisions over policy direction and electoral strategy in the run-up to the November general election.
Abigail Spanberger's chances against Winsome Earle-Sears in Virginia—Polls
A new poll showed Spanberger with a double-digit lead in the Virginia gubernatorial race.
The Republicans' Disastrous Tax Bill Will Hurt My Constituents | Opinion
The "Big Beautiful Bill" that just passed the House and Senate and flew off of Trump's desk like a broadside will launch a thousand Democratic campaigns.
Gen Z activist loses Arizona primary race: What we know
As of 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, Foxx had not made a public statement on her election loss.
Two Democrats tie as frontrunners if Kamala Harris passes on 2028 run—Poll
Whether or not the former vice president runs could have major implications for the 2028 Democratic primary.
Full list of Republicans who blocked Epstein files vote
Seven Republicans voted down an ammenment to force a congressional vote over Epstein files.
Republican hopes of turning California red evaporating
The proportion of Republicans registering in the state has declined, voter registration data shows.
Democratic presidential hopefuls already test driving 2028
A number of Democratic politicians have appeared to signal their interest in running for president in 2028.
What's the GOP Budget Bill? A Big Betrayal of the Middle Class | Opinion
People in every corner of America will feel the effects of President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans' disastrous budget now that it is law. You deserve to know exactly what's in it.
Janelle Stelson's chances of beating Scott Perry in PA House race: Poll
The former broadcast journalist announced she is running against Rep. Scott Perry in Pennsylvania's 10th Congressional District.
How the media downplayed, then memory-holed, Trump's near-assassination
Almost a year after Trump was near killed in Butler, Pennsylvania, the American public still knows little about the shooter or the security failures of that day.
China could beat US back to the moon, former astronaut warns
China has said it will land astronauts on the moon by 2030, while NASA is targeting a landing in 2027, though this has already been delayed.
Exclusive: Former astronaut Terry Virts reveals plan to turn Texas blue
Virts, formerly commander of the International Space Station, is running for a Senate seat in Texas as a Democrat.
The 'Manosphere' starts to turn on Trump
Influential figures in the right's online culture are turning on Trump, frustrated by his immigration policies and unfulfilled promises to expose the "deep state."
Zohran Mamdani's father's remark about suicide bombers comes under scrutiny
Mahmood Mamdani, the New York mayoral candidate's father, rejected viewing suicide bombings as a "mark of barbarism" in a 2004 book.
Barack and Michelle Obama team with Larry David for new HBO series
This new series about American history brings David back to a sketch comedy format—only now with presidential producers in the wings.
Elon Musk's new political party could be major blow to Republicans: Poll
MAGA supporters could be "drawn to Musk's views about government spending, technology and trade," a political scientist told Newsweek.
What Happened to Democrats' Patriotism? | Opinion
As Americans marked the 249th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence last weekend, polling data on patriotism highlighted an alarming trend.
Zohran Mamdani beats out Eric Adams and Andrew Cuomo, new poll shows
The outcome of the New York City mayoral race carries implications extending far beyond city limits.
Hakeem Jeffries reacts to reported primary threat from Mamdani allies
House minority leader brushed off recent CNN report that said allies of Zohran Mamdani are looking to primary him in New York.
Mike Collins' chances of beating Jon Ossoff in Georgia, according to polls
Collins, a second-term GOP House lawmaker, is mulling a challenge to Ossoff for his Senate seat in 2026.
Biden's doctor pleads the fifth, fueling accusation of White House cover up
House Republicans have launched a broad investigation into former President Joe Biden's conduct and capacity as president.
New plan proposed to save Social Security
The bipartisan proposal would establish a new funding model for Social Security, which its sponsors say could help save the program.