Democrats

A new Cook Political Report indicates shifting odds in favor of Democrats in several U.S. Senate races ahead of November's midterms. Analysts cite President Trump's declining approval ratings and energized Democratic voters as key factors. However, retaking Senate control remains an uphill battle.

April 11, 2026 Reported by AI

Senior staffers from Rep. Eric Swalwell's congressional office and California gubernatorial campaign resigned en masse on Saturday, expressing horror over sexual misconduct allegations against him that first surfaced Friday. The resignations follow reports of rape accusations and other misconduct, prompting a Manhattan DA inquiry and demands from top Democrats for Swalwell to end his campaign.

Senator Elizabeth Warren endorsed Graham Platner in Maine's Democratic Senate primary on Thursday, intensifying the race against Governor Janet Mills. Platner also has support from Senator Bernie Sanders, while Mills is backed by Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer.

March 18, 2026 Reported by AI

Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton won the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Dick Durbin, defeating Reps. Raja Krishnamoorthi and Robin Kelly amid record $50 million in outside spending. Stratton captured around 40% of the vote, bolstered by millions from Gov. JB Pritzker, highlighting his influence ahead of his uncontested gubernatorial primary win.

As national Democrats elevate an “affordability” message heading into the 2026 midterms, two candidates running in deep-red rural territory say the pitch can fall flat unless the party also invests in organizing and long-shot races that rarely draw national attention.

March 06, 2026 Reported by AI Fact checked

A growing group of younger Democratic candidates is challenging longtime House incumbents ahead of the 2026 midterms, with some newcomers narrowing traditional fundraising gaps by drawing heavily from individual donors. In Tennessee’s 9th Congressional District, state Rep. Justin Pearson has outraised Rep. Steve Cohen in recent months, even as Cohen retains a large cash advantage.