US Elections

A competitive three-way Democratic primary for Michigan's open U.S. Senate seat is raising concerns among party leaders about ideological divisions and the race's impact on Senate control. Candidates Mallory McMorrow, Rep. Haley Stevens, and Abdul El-Sayed are vying to replace retiring Sen. Gary Peters, with polls showing a tight contest. The August 2026 primary is seen as crucial for Democrats' path to reclaiming the Senate majority.

2026년 02월 01일 AI에 의해 보고됨 사실 확인됨

New federal filings and campaign-finance disclosures show President Donald Trump’s political network — led by the super PAC MAGA Inc., the joint fundraising committee Trump National Committee and the leadership PAC Never Surrender — entered 2026 with about $375 million in cash on hand, according to a POLITICO analysis. The stockpile, built largely in the second half of 2025, gives Trump a major financial lever over the 2026 midterm elections even though he cannot seek another presidential term.

At least six states have submitted applications to hold early contests in the 2028 Democratic presidential primary, igniting a competition for influential spots on the nominating calendar. Traditional early states like New Hampshire, Nevada, South Carolina, and Michigan are reapplying, joined by Iowa and Georgia. The deadline for applications falls on Friday, with the Democratic National Committee set to evaluate them soon after.

2026년 01월 16일 AI에 의해 보고됨

Abigail Spanberger, a former CIA officer and three-term congresswoman, is set to become Virginia's 75th governor and the first woman in the role during her inauguration on January 16, 2026. She plans to break traditions by forgoing the traditional morning suit and emphasizing the state's modern vibrancy and diversity. Her victory highlights Democratic strategies on affordability amid economic challenges.

Minnesota Democratic Governor Tim Walz has ended his campaign for a third term, citing a desire to focus on combating fraud in state programs. The decision follows intense scrutiny from President Trump and supporters over alleged mismanagement of benefits fraud cases. Walz made the announcement on Monday after holiday reflections with his family.

2026년 01월 06일 AI에 의해 보고됨

Following his paperwork filing last month, attorney and vocal Trump critic George Conway formally launched his Democratic bid Monday for New York's 12th Congressional District, centering his campaign on impeaching President Trump. The announcement, marked by a video invoking the Jan. 6 Capitol riot's fifth anniversary, joins a competitive primary to replace retiring Rep. Jerrold Nadler.