Democratic Party
Trump calls Schumer mentally gone and politically finished
President Donald Trump sharply criticized Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer on Tuesday, declaring him 'mentally gone' and suggesting his political career is over. Trump linked Schumer's struggles to pressure from the far-left wing of the Democratic Party. The remarks came amid discussions of party leadership shifts involving figures like New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani.
Virginia AG candidate Jay Jones faces scrutiny over violent texts
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Resurfaced 2022 text messages from Democratic Virginia attorney general candidate Jerrauld 'Jay' Jones, depicting the murder of former House Speaker Todd Gilbert and harm to his children, have sparked widespread controversy. While Republicans demand Jones drop out of the race, many Democrats have remained silent or continued their support. Jones has apologized for the remarks, calling them embarrassing and shameful.
Speaker Johnson criticizes AOC after her attacks on government shutdown
House Speaker Mike Johnson sharply rebuked Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez following her criticisms of him during a CNN town hall on the government shutdown. Ocasio-Cortez accused Johnson of punishing Americans and demanded concessions from President Donald Trump on healthcare and other issues. Johnson called her comments comical yet dangerous, labeling her and Senator Bernie Sanders as leaders of a Marxist shift in the Democratic Party.
Zohran Mamdani leads New York City mayoral race against Andrew Cuomo
In the New York City mayoral race, 34-year-old state lawmaker Zohran Mamdani holds a double-digit lead over former Governor Andrew Cuomo after winning the Democratic primary. The contest highlights a generational divide within the Democratic Party, with Mamdani appealing to younger voters through progressive policies and social media. Early voting is underway ahead of the November 4 election.