President Trump moves to cancel $4.9 billion in foreign aid using a rare pocket rescission, prompting legal challenges and bipartisan backlash. Democrats warn this could complicate funding negotiations.
Iowa Republican Senator Joni Ernst will not seek reelection, creating an open Senate seat. Rep. Ashley Hinson plans to enter the race as Democrats prepare for a crowded competition.
Senator Patty Murray demands immediate answers from the Trump administration following the detention of two firefighters by border agents while they responded to a major wildfire in Washington state. The incident raises serious questions about immigration enforcement during emergencies.
In a letter to Attorney General Pam Bondi and FBI Director Kash Patel, congressional Democrats express grave concerns over the gutting of anti-corruption efforts, citing a troubling trend of politicization in the Justice Department amid rising corruption during the Trump Administration.
In the aftermath of a devastating shooting at a Minneapolis church, Mayor Jacob Frey urges for action against gun violence. As Democratic leaders call for meaningful change, the political landscape remains tense with Republicans showing reluctance to act.
In a stunning upset, Iowa Democrats have flipped a Republican seat in a special election, breaking the GOP's supermajority in the state Senate. Catelin Drey's victory signals a shift in voter sentiment as Democrats gain ground in the state.
In a fiery address, DNC Chair Ken Martin labeled Trump a 'dictator-in-chief' and rallied Democrats to fight back against his policies. Martin emphasized the need for the party to prioritize winning elections over arguments, as they gear up for the 2026 midterms.
A judge has ruled that Utah's congressional map, drawn by Republicans, is unlawful, necessitating a rapid redistricting process ahead of the 2026 elections. This decision could significantly alter the state's political balance.
In a bold move, President Trump announced that the Justice Department plans to sue California over new legislation aimed at redrawing its congressional maps. This Democrat-led initiative is seen as a counter to Republican efforts in Texas.
California Republicans have filed a lawsuit to block Governor Newsom's redistricting plan, claiming it violates state law and threatens fair electoral maps. The contentious Proposition 50 is set to appear on the November ballot.
