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Dems' 2024 audit prompts mixed feelings towards DNC chair's leadership
Martin has faced criticism over the report, which was released this week.
May 23, 2026A Bush, a Kennedy, a Pelosi: Members of legacy political families run in midterms
"Name recognition is everything," one political science professor told ABC News.
May 19, 2026Pennsylvania primaries to set up key House races, midterm election battles
Democrats are trying to flip four GOP-held House seats in the Keystone State.
May 19, 2026
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May 27
Talarico walks back comments on religion and gender after Paxton's win
The Texas Democrat described some of his earlier comments as "cringey."
May 27
May 28
GAO investigating student loan transfers to Treasury Dept., Warren says
The Democratic senator said it's a "major step forward" in protecting students.
May 28
May 28
California Democrats shrug at their choices in packed race to replace Newsom
The crowded race for California governor still has no clear front-runner with only days left for voters to decide which two candidates to advance to the general election in November
May 28
May 27
Americans say Dems don’t stand up to GOP, GOP supports Trump too much: Poll
Open-ended questions give ABC News an idea what people think about both parties.
May 27
May 26
Construction underway on UFC Octagon at White House for Flag Day fights
The president has said the South Lawn and Ellipse will hold 100,000 spectators.
May 26
May 28
Democratic Gov. Gretchen Whitmer of Michigan says she won't run for president in 2028
Democrat Gretchen Whitmer says she won't be part of an expected crowded Democratic field of presidential candidates in 2028
May 28
May 24
Rep. Suozzi calls on Republicans to 'stand up' to stop 'anti-weaponization fund'
The co-chairs of the House Problem Solvers Caucus introduced bill to block it.
May 24
May 27
Newsom seeks to shield California elections from federal interference
Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed legislation that aims to shield California elections from federal interference ahead of the state's primary next week
May 27
May 20
Tennessee man jailed over Charlie Kirk post wins $835,000 settlement
Tennessee officials will pay $835,000 to settle a lawsuit filed by a man who was jailed for more than a month over a Facebook post he made about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk
May 20
May 27
'I don't care about the midterms': Trump says he's in no rush to reach deal with Iran
He also appeared to threaten Oman about the Strait of Hormuz.
May 27
May 29
Devastating wildfire and homelessness loom over Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass' bid for second term
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass is running for reelection after a tough first term
May 29