As Trump tightens his grip on the party's 2026 strategy, Republicans are already fighting over the future — in primaries, redistricting fights, and early White House positioning.
Voters decide whether to raise the threshold for constitutional amendments amid a national Republican pushback against direct democracy.
As Haley Stevens and Abdul El-Sayed face off, McMorrow exits and the Black Caucus weighs in amid broader political battles.
Unverified voter data, healthcare cuts, and state-level upheavals define the political landscape.
Analysis across 15 sources reveals a party struggling to reconnect with working-class voters, with debates over messaging, economics, and identity.
After gaining ground in special elections and polling, Democratic leaders champion a focus on cost-of-living, while some urge not to abandon democracy and other priorities.
Spanberger's victory on a platform of government efficiency and cost-of-living concerns signals voter appetite for change, while national Democrats call for ethics overhauls.
With primaries underway and key races tightening, both parties face uncertain paths to control of the House and Senate.
Former logger and state senator Troy Jackson secures nomination to challenge Republican incumbent Susan Collins in a high-stakes race.
President Trump is campaigning earlier and more intensely, but polls show a divided electorate and shifting dynamics that could reshape the outcome.