Politics
Platner’s advisers urged him to go out with ‘gratitude.’ He led with grievance.
The progressive made it a condition of dropping out of the Maine Senate race that he get free rein to assail establishment Democrats.
What we know – and don’t – about how Maine Democrats will replace Graham Platner
The party has until July 27 to replace Platner in the key battleground Senate race.
Kleban jumps (back) into Maine Senate race
The Maine Beer Company founder briefly ran for Senate last year before dropping his bid and endorsing Gov. Janet Mills in the race.
Graham Platner just dropped out. Here’s who could replace him.
Several potential successors have already signaled their interest in seeking the Democratic nomination for Maine Senate.
Graham Platner ends Maine Senate campaign
He had lost significant support and financial backing among Democrats in the wake of a POLITICO report that a woman said he forced her to have sex. He denied the claim.
Platner campaign quietly polls potential replacements as pressure mounts
The poll tested head-to-head matchups between Republican Sen. Susan Collins and five possible Democratic replacements.
North Dakota leaders talk Trump & Teddy Roosevelt over bison burgers
North Dakota leaders talk Trump & Teddy Roosevelt over bison burgers
Maine Democratic voters are wary about repeating mistakes of 2024
Kamala Harris had under four months to campaign for president. Whoever replaces Graham Platner would have four months to beat Susan Collins.
More than half of Senate Democrats have urged Platner to drop out
As of early afternoon Tuesday, 31 Democratic senators said that he should drop out of the race, according to this POLITICO tracker.
Bernie Sanders says he told Graham Platner to ‘step aside’
It’s Sanders’ first comment since POLITICO reported on Monday that a woman who dated Platner says he sexually assaulted her.
Mamdani calls on Platner to drop out of Maine Senate race
The New York City mayor never endorsed, but several of his top aides have played leading roles on the progressive oysterman’s campaign.
NATO chief Mark Rutte on Trump and the future of the alliance
NATO chief Mark Rutte on Trump and the future of the alliance
The California Democrat who says he ‘won’t cheer FIFA’s capitulation to power’
A Congressional World Cup Caucus co-chair bemoaned what he calls a “corruption summit” between Donald Trump and soccer’s governing body.
Trump was introduced to red and yellow cards in 2018
FIFA President Gianni Infantino gave the president a lesson on soccer's disciplinary system during a 2018 Oval Office meeting.
Belgian fans fuming over Balogun’s inclusion
It’s another example of Trump pulling the strings in a tournament that has increasingly strayed into the political arena, they say.
Democratic leaders have abandoned Graham Platner
The loss of support comes after a POLITICO report that a woman said the Maine Democratic Senate nominee sexually assaulted her in 2021. He denied the claim.
‘Profoundly corrupt’: The EU’s leading FIFA critic sharpens his attack
European lawmaker Barry Andrews savages the world football governing body after U-turn on American star's suspension.
FIFA’s red-card committee hits back after fury over Trump intrusion
European politicians, soccer officials and pundits have rounded on the move to let previously-suspended Folarin Balogun play against Belgium.
After Trump intervention, Balogun plays vs. Belgium
After Trump intervention, Balogun plays vs. Belgium
Maine’s Democratic Party leadership calls on Platner to drop out following POLITICO report
They said it's “our responsibility to hold every candidate who seeks to represent our state to the highest standard.”
Belgium's complicated language politics, explained
“The team is one the few things that cuts through the linguistic barriers,” said a performance psychologist who used to work with the national soccer squad.
What did Trump do to get Balogun's ban rescinded?
Let's go to the videotape!
Khanna and Gallego withdraw Platner endorsements
Rep. Ro Khanna called for Graham Platner to drop out of the Maine Senate race following a POLITICO report about an allegation of sexual assault.
Revenge of the ‘hellhole’: Belgium eyes payback in US World Cup clash
Donald Trump has targeted the western European country dating back to his first run for president.
Paraguayan senator’s ‘brazen racism’ against Mbappé sparks anger in France
Celeste Amarilla called the star soccer player a “brute,” mocked his intelligence and questioned his French identity.
👀 Potential Spain vs. US clash
👀 Potential Spain vs. US clash
Platner says he is ‘taking the time to reflect’ on his candidacy
The Maine Democratic Senate nominee posted the statement after POLITICO published allegations that he forced a woman to have sex with him, which he denies.
Mamdani stays mum on Balogun controversy
"I prefer not to speak, if I speak I get in trouble," says the New York mayor as he channels soccer legend José Mourinho.
Infantino defends FIFA’s integrity against US red card corruption criticism
Infantino acknowledged discussing Balogun’s suspension with Trump but insisted the decision to reinstate the top American scorer was not the result of White House pressure.
Dallas police officials trade gifts with Egyptians after fracas
A Dallas officer was caught on video Thursday night shouting at and shoving Egyptian team staffers in the lobby of the team hotel.
Belgian's Beltway fans
Belgian's Beltway fans
Trump confirms he called FIFA head but says he didn’t influence overturning Balogun's red card
FIFA allowing the star American forward to play in Monday night’s matchup against Belgium immediately drew criticisms from outsiders who suspected Trump influenced the decision.
Keir Starmer helped stop earlier England vs. Mexico kickoff
The outgoing prime minister gave English players a few extra hours to acclimatize to the Mexico City altitute.
English fans' drinking gives Starmer-Burnham transition a headache
The outgoing and incoming prime ministers are already at odds over letting fans drink in the stands.
Governing on low power
Prime minister Keir Starmer stayed up late to watch England defeat Mexico.
Belgians formally challenge Balogun decision
A rush of Belgian politicians, European sporting officials and EU leadership have questioned the White House's role in the disciplinary judgment.
Up next for the DSA? Two major swing states.
The group is racing to prove that it can win competitive statewide races, channeling staff, star surrogates and resources toward Michigan and Wisconsin.
Inside the White House push to get Folarin Balogun back on the field
President Donald Trump got involved minutes after the U.S. striker received a red card that would have banned him from a crucial match.
Inside the White House push to get Folarin Balogun back on the field
President Donald Trump got involved minutes after the U.S. striker received a red card that would have banned him from a crucial match.
The other US-Belgian spat
Trump's man in Brussels is causing fireworks and losing friends.
Starmer, Burnham to skip pubs
Starmer, Burnham to skip pubs
Belgians weigh Folarin Balogun as “darling of the match” in which he didn't play
Live coverage of Norway's upset of Brazil was distracted by FIFA's decision to offer U.S. striker a reprieve.
The connection between Oasis, England and Andy Burnham
From "Wonderwall" to "Some Might Say," iconic Mancunian tunes have reverberated in the biggest sporting and political moments of the English summer.
European soccer leaders make plans to take Belgium's side against FIFA
The continental confederation UEFA, of which the Royal Belgian Football Association is a member, is considering whether to issue a statement challenging a FIFA decision to suspend a red card.
Inside Lutnick's back channel with FIFA brass
A previously unreported dinner with Gianni Infantino and a handful of insiders shows how far the Commerce Secretary's ties to soccer's governing body extend — including a push to get Folarin Balogun's red card lifted.
World Cup attendance: The potential 2028ers
“When I get into it, I’m into it,” says Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro.
'Shame on you': Belgium accuses FIFA of caving to Trump ahead of World Cup clash
Politicians across the political spectrum blasted the decision to clear American star Folarin Balogun to play Monday.
UK's Lib Dems say they scored on pubs' added time
A late kickoff in Mexico City turned into an early political scrum over last call back home.
How to grab onto an England victory
Five lessons for politicians who don't want to drop the ball.
Norwegian football chief jabs Infantino
Lise Klaveness calls out the private-jet travel that moves FIFA's president between far-flung matches.
Can Gianni Infantino keep winning over Trump without losing the world?
FIFA officials have been worried for a while that the organization's president will go too far to please the White House.
Suspension suspended
Suspension suspended
What's really at stake between Mexico and England
Both sides are eyeing a comeback for stalled post-Brexit trade talks.
Poll: The political right has staked a claim on patriotism across the West
An international POLITICO Poll finds that the language and symbols of patriotism are intertwined with right-wing parties that have centered national identity and anti-immigration rhetoric.
Collins dominates Platner on World Cup ad spending
Political campaigns spend big on TV advertising during the tournament.
Canada’s World Cup run ends in heartache — but politicos embrace soccer
“They are inspiring a generation and have brought an entire nation together,” Secretary of State for Sport Adam van Koeverden said.
Spot the pol!
Study the photograph carefully. Only the political figure is missing. Guess who it is.
Beating the heat is now part of hosting
As Canada faces down humidity this week, planners are already eyeing a very different heat challenge for Morocco in 2030.
The most superstitious man in Paraguayan politics
After traveling to the U.S. for his team's first match, President Santiago Peña won't go back near the stadium today — but he'll gladly declare a holiday from his living room.
Allez les ... eh, not us
Allez les ... eh, not us
America's oldest ally isn't done yet
America's oldest ally isn't done yet
Should celebrities and athletes shut up about politics? It’s complicated.
The POLITICO Poll finds that a majority of Americans think there’s too much politics in places it doesn’t belong. But they can still be influenced by what their favorite stars and businesses say.
Carney commiserates
Carney commiserates
Demonstrators in white supremacist attire protest on Capitol Hill
Outside Union Station, they chanted phrases including “Life, liberty, victory!” and “Reclaim America!” — slogans regularly used by the Patriot Front white supremacist group.
France's far right didn’t drop its grudge against Les Blues. It recast it.
What was once an attack on immigration and identity has become an attack on privilege and elitism — a shift that mirrors the party's path toward the presidency.
The ex-France player who swapped blue for green
Mathieu Flamini has gone from anchoring Arsenal's midfield to leading a biochemicals company, and is now gunning to keep the EU's climate agenda on track.
It's Canadian soccer's first rodeo
Canada's cowboy politics collide with World Cup fever.
Morocco vs. Canada is a clash of diasporas
With 18 of 26 players born abroad, the Atlas Lions are showing how expanded eligibility rules and a bigger World Cup are rewriting who gets to play for whom.
The populist trick that turned a soccer shirt into a campaign uniform
Colombia's new president has his opponents seeing yellow.
‘Moral and political blindness’: EU lawmaker savages FIFA over Russia
Lithuanian MEP Petras Auštrevičius explained why FIFA’s decision to allow Russia to play in the upcoming U-15 World Cup is bad news.
Egyptian coach smooths over issues with Dallas police
Hossam Hassan's brother was in a brief altercation with an officer at the team's hotel.
Is a fan march better than a Super Bowl parade?
Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas has seen his share of local sports successes. But only World Cup allows his city’s residents to be “central diplomats” for the American Midwest to the world.
New York girds for a weekend of Taylor Swift, salutes and soccer
It will be loud, crowded and hot.
Spot the pol!
Study the photograph carefully. Only the political figure is missing. Guess who it is.
How sports diplomacy for a dead empire built a World Cup underdog
The Jogos da Lusofonia was supposed to be junior varsity Olympics glue for ex-Portuguese colonies. Instead it seeded Cape Verde’s improbable rise.
Trump holds the golden tickets
Ten passes to the World Cup final, care of Gianni Infantino — a repeat offering that’s turning MetLife Stadium into Washington’s hottest invite.
Police unamused by Starmer’s 5 am pub call
A pint-sized row is brewing over England’s late kickoff against Mexico.
Why Australia’s politicians are skipping out on the Socceroos
The long shadow of an expense scandal is keeping members of the governing Labor Party at home.
Egypt team staffer in altercation with Dallas police
Police say they were responding to a request from security at the team’s hotel Thursday.
Argentina returns to Miami under tighter security
The last time the team played here, fans stormed the gates and delayed kickoff by an hour. Officials say they’ve learned their lesson.
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage r
The European sports host with the most
Switzerland is home to many international sporting organizations — and a pile of upcoming big events.
When a World Cup exit becomes a political crisis
Angry fans are normal. Presidential investigations, prosecution threats and grounded team planes are not.
Spot the pol!
Study the photograph carefully. Only the political figure is missing. Guess who it is.
Could Switzerland find a winning XI out of 10 million?
Swiss voters were asked whether to cap immigration just as their national team was fielding one of the world's most diverse lineups.
Portugal plays bigger than its size — in both politics and soccer
How a small nation became a diplomatic superpower.
The Croatian team’s favorite singer is a fascist salute away from the mainstream
Fans across two continents belted out Marko Perković Thompson’s “Lijepa Li Si” this summer — a song that salutes a WWII puppet state convicted of war crimes.
Inside the DHS's World Cup nerve center
Behind the scenes at the 24/7 command center where the Trump administration tracks theats to the largest sporting event ever staged in North America.
The World Cup has returned to a radically hotter America
Since the U.S. last hosted in 1994, climate change has reshaped the conditions players and fans now face. Cities are scrambling to adapt in real time.
Why this year’s World Cup is so pricey
POLITICO talked to Florian Ederer, a professor at Boston University — and a soccer super fan.
Los Angeles hosts battle of the Habsburgs
Both Spain and Austria still bear the imprint of dynastic rule.
Boys will be boycotters
Boys will be boycotters
It's coming home ... in the wee hours
It's coming home ... in the wee hours
Ken Burns on Trump’s America 250: ‘Washington needed no monuments’
Ken Burns on Trump’s America 250: ‘Washington needed no monuments’
Birthright citizens score
Birthright citizens score
Why the World Cup is a royal affair
One elected European leader was accused by the opposition of going on a taxpayer-funded “World Cup jolly."
‘It's not very often that you get, like, really great news from Bosnia’
Why Bosnian Americans in the Bosnian capital of the U.S. are rooting for their homeland.
Bosnia's starting lineup is also a map of its war
From Austria to Wisconsin, the squad's roster traces the paths refugees took fleeing genocide in the 1990s.
Belgium's Congolese heartland sees victory in defeat
“At the end of the day Congo was better than England because they overperformed and England underperformed,” a fan in Brussels said.
Bosnia vs. America, on and off the pitch
Rudy Giuliani, Michael Flynn and Rod Blagojevich have found a receptive audience among Bosnian Serb nationalists, alarming those who credit the U.S. with saving the country in the first place.
European officials accuse FIFA chief of reopening door to Russia
Inclusion of Russian teenagers in FIFA's new U-15 World Cup has reignited debate over Moscow's return to global competition.
A Rust Belt comeback story, divided over whether to root for US
Bosnian refugees revived a dying Utica. Their homeland's historic World Cup run has the city torn.
After primary flop, San Jose's mayor banks on World Cup bounce
Matt Mahan lost his race for governor. He's counting on the Bay Area's soccer surge — and a summit full of tech dignitaries — for a second act.
Yugoslavia is still playing
Yugoslavia is still playing
Why isn't Donald Trump at the US match against Bosnia?
He's been following the World Cup via social media clips. Here's one of his favorites.
Priorities, priorities
Priorities, priorities
Bay Area transit systems can't afford to park the bus
BART, Caltrain and Muni are playing for a win today, counting on soccer fans to help win over local voters ahead of a transit-funding tax vote.
A polite England-Congo encounter
A polite England-Congo encounter
Why Bosnia’s fans also cheer for Palestine
A nation that spent 25 years prosecuting its own genocide sees its history playing out in Israel’s war — while its leaders cozy up to Netanyahu.
Mamdani's howler
Mamdani's howler
Westminster catches World Cup fever
Westminster catches World Cup fever
The World Cup goalie turned anti-gambling campaigner
Former England stopper Peter Shilton wants the EU to bring in an online gambling tax.
Trump will skip US match
Trump will skip US match
Mullin: I 'danced a happy dance' when Iran got knocked out
Inside Homeland Security's Tijuana gambit to keep a team at arm's length.
Pride (in the game of love)
Pride (in the game of love)
In Germany, everything looks like a crisis of governance
A soccer team is not the only national institution failing to live up to expectations.
Colorado's insurgent wave proves Democrats want fighters
Tuesday’s results reveal the depth of Democratic voters’ frustrations with Washington, on the heels of insurgent wins in New York.
Democratic socialist Melat Kiros topples a nearly 30-year incumbent to win Colorado House primary
The 29-year-old DSA-backed challenger ousted Rep. Diana DeGette, one of Colorado’s longest-serving Democrats, in the primary for the 1st District.
Progressive Manny Rutinel wins primary in battleground Colorado House district
Rutinel bested moderate former state Rep. Shannon Bird and will take on GOP Rep. Gabe Evans in the 8th District in November.
Supreme Court loosens campaign finance laws, opening up flood of midterm cash
The change is likely to benefit Republicans, who brought the case and rely more on large donors.
Iranian diplomat blasts ‘pseudo-VAR’ interventions after World Cup exit
Iranian diplomat blasts ‘pseudo-VAR’ interventions after World Cup exit
World Cup attendance: The potential 2028ers
Josh Shapiro and Marco Rubio have got World Cup fever.
'Héros canadiens': Carney cheers Canada's late win
'Héros canadiens': Carney cheers Canada's late win
AI regulation group is biggest spender on World Cup TV ads
Groups aligned with Sen. Susan Collins also spent large sums for visibility during U.S. matches — as campaigns and committees drop more than $700K.
The robots are coming ... for the beautiful game
Hyundai is using its FIFA sponsorship to sell the world on more than cars.
Spot the pol!
Study the photograph carefully. Only the political figure is missing. Guess who it is.
The real Pride Match is about to kick off
Two gay-rights pioneers walk into a World Cup bracket.
Mark Carney, king of the cup
One North American leader has made the tournament his own.
The World Cup's final boss
Level unlocked: Trump is coming to hand out the trophy on July 19.
Dems are trying everything in battlegrounds. Republicans are sticking with Trump.
The fight for Washington is beginning to take shape and who the parties are nominating for battlegrounds will have major implications for their post-Trump future.
Iran's ‘disaster World Cup’ comes to a dramatic end
The team endured off-field hardship and on-field heartbreak.
How the World Cup became a victory lap for Trump ally El Tigre
Colombia's World Cup run has become a celebration of more than just its national team.
Trump gets the complete domination he wanted in Louisiana
Rep. Julia Letlow, his preferred candidate, won the GOP runoff for his longtime rival Bill Cassidy’s Senate seat.
Palestinian flags fly in Texas
Jordanian fans pay homage to their “Palestinian brothers and sisters” ahead of Argentina matchup in Arlington.
Trump-backed Letlow wins GOP primary for Sen. Bill Cassidy’s seat
Rep. Julia Letlow rode the president’s endorsement to victory in the Louisiana Senate runoff over conservative state Treasurer John Fleming.
The Dallas booboys
Some Texas politicians are having a World Cup optics problem.
Rubio, Patel at Miami match
Rubio, Patel at Miami match
Where Trump first learned to love soccer
Fifty years later, the New York Cosmos are still shaping the sport's American future.
Tartan Army party over
Tartan Army party over
Spot the pol!
Study the photograph carefully. Only the political figure is missing. Guess who it is.
Uzbekistan can’t win the World Cup. But it’s already won Washington’s attention.
The soccer team is heading home early. Its diplomats aren't.
Why England's national story runs through soccer
“Sport is never just about sport. It is about storytelling and national storytelling,” says an acclaimed playwright.
How Josh Shapiro became a World Cup super fan
“I think sports is an amazing thing, and it has the effect of changing the psychology of the entire city,” the Pennsylvania governor and potential 2028 candidate said.
The weekend of Andy Burnham’s life
If England wins the World Cup, one pollster says the new prime minister should call a snap election.
It's getting real in a New Jersey parking lot
Forget Germany-Netherlands or Brazil-Argentina. The cup's most ferocious rivalry is divided by the Hudson River.
The feds are coming for illegal World Cup streams
The Justice Department says it seized nearly 400 domains allegedly used to pirate FIFA World Cup matches in a sprawling international enforcement operation.
Iran set to progress at World Cup
Iran set to progress at World Cup
The “Pride Match” that wasn’t
Local organizers hoped rainbow flags would fill Lumen Field. They were largely outnumbered by lion-and-sun banners and tricolor facepaint.
Why Belgium’s prime minister isn’t cheering on the Red Devils
The World Cup isn’t easy for Bart De Wever.
Spot the pol!
Study the photograph carefully. Only the political figure is missing. Guess who it is.
World Cup match collides with Florida GOP bash
Florida Republicans are hoping to capitalize on Miami’s moment as global attention converges on South Florida for the World Cup — but logistics may be the real test.
A drag queen, a rainbow festival and a game FIFA can’t control
Seattle’s “Pride Match” for the Iran-Egypt game is unofficial, unlicensed and entirely the point.
Envoy's pharaoh well party
Envoy's pharaoh well party
The world's not big on the US. The World Cup might help.
Few people globally have confidence in President Donald Trump's leadership, according to a new poll.
Pete Buttigeig says he was targeted by false abuse allegation in Michigan
The former transportation secretary and Indiana mayor was not allowed to have contact with his twins for 24 hours as the investigation unfolded.
The World Cup game the White House cares most about today
Iran sits on the precipice of advancing to the knockout rounds, as the U.S. conducts new strikes.
A ‘pride match’ between Iran and Egypt — and Washington state’s gay leaders couldn’t be happier about it
The state’s top lawmakers see the World Cup game as a global megaphone and blueprint for a campaign against transgender ballot measures.
The drone war over World Cup skies
Feds say they have seized more than 300 drones flying over stadiums. No one can say what the unmanned aircraft were doing there.
Norway is pillaging hearts and minds
The Viking Army is conquering America. Their ambassador wants you to know there's a message behind the mayhem.
Norway is pillaging hearts and minds
The Viking Army is conquering America. Their ambassador wants you to know there's a message behind the mayhem.
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage r
Wes Moore lays out his vision for America
In an interview with POLITICO, the Maryland governor said the country deserves more than Trump talking about himself for its 250th anniversary.
Finland's President Stubb on Trump, Putin and the future of NATO
Finland's President Stubb on Trump, Putin and the future of NATO
Who's who from the Trump administration
Who's who from the Trump administration
Usha Vance, Kamala Harris and Hasan Piker walk into a ... stadium
Usha Vance, Kamala Harris and Hasan Piker walk into a ... stadium
Potential 2028er World Cup attendee leaderboard
Potential 2028er World Cup attendee leaderboard
Usha Vance to attend match
Usha Vance to attend match
Democrats grapple uncomfortably with World Cup success
A logistically smooth tournament poses a problem for Trump's critics.
Australia lost. Its ambassador still won.
One of Washington’s newest envoys used a rough afternoon for the Socceroos to build the relationships he needs to navigate Donald Trump’s capital.
Canada's biggest fan may be its biggest problem
Mark Carney has cursed the Oilers, the Blue Jays and the women's rugby team. Now his countrymen are blaming him for a World Cup defeat.
Orange gush: KC mayor parties with the Dutch
Orange gush: KC mayor parties with the Dutch
How much longer can Donald Trump go missing from the World Cup?
The person who shaped the tournament in his image has been invisible since it started.
Meloni allies fail to take over Italian soccer
Giovanni Malagò has a bulging in-tray as he takes over the troubled Italian soccer association.
Spot the Pol!
Study the photograph carefully. Only the politician is missing. Guess who it is.
The newest GOP campaign surrogates: Confused tourists at Waffle House
Social media videos of wide-eyed World Cup tourists have a fan in Republican leaders searching for a midterm message.
For South Korean men, there's only one uniform that matters
The country can't watch a sporting event without arguing about its military service exemption.
For South Korean men, there's only one uniform that matters
The country can't watch a sporting event without arguing about its military service exemption.
Black, red and complicated
Germany loves its World Cup team. The flag is a different story.
Black, red and complicated
Germany loves its World Cup team. The flag is a different story.
NYC politicos play ball, again
NYC politicos play ball, again
NYC politicos play ball, again
NYC politicos play ball, again
A country that doesn’t exist is a World Cup winner
The world’s forty million Kurds have a lot to celebrate today.
A country that doesn’t exist is a World Cup winner
The world’s forty million Kurds have a lot to celebrate today.
A country that doesn’t exist is a World Cup winner
The world’s forty million Kurds have a lot to celebrate today.
Inglewood wins a legal victory over its most famous building
The city's legal dispute with the owner of SoFi Stadium could shape California law long after the World Cup ends.
Inglewood wins a legal victory over its most famous building
The city's legal dispute with the owner of SoFi Stadium could shape California law long after the World Cup ends.
Centrist Democrats are freaking out about progressives’ winning streak
After romping in New York City, progressives are staring down more key primary tests.
Democratic socialists just dominated New York — and are coming for 2028
The group is asking members across all 250 chapters to weigh who they want to back in the next presidential election and why, according to a plan first shared with POLITICO.
Rep. April McClain Delaney wins bitter primary to keep her Maryland House seat
Her victory in the Democratic contest for the 6th District blocks former Rep. David Trone from returning to Congress.
Hoyer alum Adrian Boafo wins Maryland House primary with help of crypto, pro-Israel money
The Democratic state delegate defeated a crowded 24-person field in the race to replace retiring Rep. Steny Hoyer in the 5th District.
Alan Wilson, boosted by Trump’s late co-endorsement, wins South Carolina governor runoff
The president narrowly avoided another primary endorsement blunder after he initially only backed Wilson’s opponent.
Poll: Americans draw a new line in the betting bonanza sweeping over Wall Street — politics.
A plurality of Americans believe betting on election outcomes should be illegal, The POLITICO Poll finds.
Exclusive: Spanish soccer boss pushes for 2030 World Cup final as pressure grows from Morocco
"Spain is the nation who leads the World Cup," soccer chief Rafael Louzán said.
Support for Iran's team – but not for regime
Iranian American fans jeered the playing of Iran’s national anthem but cheered the squad's play on the field.
'Don't count on me to say bad words'
France's sports minister on Kylian Mbappé's political views, what scares her about snow and why she's not apologizing for PSG.
Iran's fans, pro and con
There was a striking juxtaposition at Sunday's match.
Vancouver learned to stop worrying and love mega-events
The city that defined modern anti-Olympic resistance has made its peace with the World Cup.
What Jordan's ambassador wants you to think about while watching Messi
Dina Kawar is hoping Jordan's first-ever World Cup will get Americans see beyond its security challenges.
Sports is the Gulf's favorite soft power play. The World Cup is a hard test.
Middle Eastern petrostates have poured billions into the game. Their national teams are struggling to keep up.
Paws. Dish. Draw. Repeat.
Paws. Dish. Draw. Repeat.
The world came to play. Southeast Asia came to sell.
Our trade editor explores the FIFA gift shop — and finds Donald Trump's influence on every tag.
Which members of the prospective ’28 field are hitting the pitch
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro is leaning into the “once-in-a-lifetime” World Cup.
FIFA plays flag football against Iranian protesters
A California court says FIFA can ban a pre-revolutionary Iranian flag favored by Tehran's opponents. Actually keeping it out of stadiums is harder.
What does it cost to air-condition a World Cup?
Dallas is using the most power among U.S. stadiums, according to one analysis, but will benefit of Texas's low energy rates when the bill comes due.
What SoFi Stadium traffic is teaching LA politicians about the Olympics
Los Angeles is about to host its fourth match of the tournament, the most of any city thus far. Olympic organizers are taking notes.
Gallego tapped campaign cash for family travel, Super Bowl tickets, records show
Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) has deployed donor funds to cover travel for his family, child care and a trip to the Super Bowl, a POLITICO review of campaign finance records shows.
Donald Trump's least favorite country seeks remontada
No European country has infuriated Donald Trump more than Spain.
World Cup fuels ticketing reform demands
Advocacy groups urge Congress to get tough on scams.
Smallest team, biggest pitch
A 158,000-person nation just made the World Cup. Now it wants your investment.
In the World Cup’s missing country, failure sparks bitter political battle
Giorgia Meloni’s government is keen to extend control over Italian football as fans mourn a third consecutive World Cup debacle.
The happiest World Cup game
The happiest World Cup game
Exclusive: Iran declares Mexico to be World Cup winner
After striking a ceasefire deal with U.S., regime officials are striking at the the country's handling of the tournament.
Canada's soft-power flex
A middle power tries to thirst-trap the world.
Climate protesters to take aim at FIFA’s Saudi oil sponsor
Activists are pivoting from the Los Angeles Dodgers to go after FIFA.
The soccer-loving mayor who's ready to host the USA
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie is looking ahead to the home team's first knockout match.
Why do Dutch fans wear orange?
The surprisingly American story of a country whose soccer colors differ from its government's.
The Dutch diplomatic playbook in Texas
The Netherlands' sports minister is hoping the Netherlands' famous fan walks will leave behind a footprint.
Lurie seeing red, white and blue
The San Francisco mayor has his heart on the U.S. team playing at Levi's Stadium.
The Brazil-Haiti match that changed the world
A United Nations-hosted friendly match between the countries in 2004 helped define Lula’s foreign policy — and reverberates in Brazil’s politics today.
Wealth correlation with soccer ability?
Wealth correlation with soccer ability?
In Canberra, disappointment
The Aussies’ lackluster performance left the home crowd subdued, but it still booed RFK Jr.
The UK’s World Cup diplomatic mullet
British fans are soaking in the World Cup at Duke’s Grocery in Washington, D.C.
Campaigns get in the game
Susan Collins and James Talarico ads are looking to capture a U.S.-Australia audience.
Inside FIFA’s plans to commemorate Juneteenth
In Seattle, a pre-game video featured an NBA legend and shots of iconic city locations.
Where Massachusetts wants to take its Scottish love affair next
Gov. Maura Healey discussed what the Tartan Army takeover of Boston has to do with her affordability agenda.
Kennedy and Wright cheer on US
Kennedy and Wright cheer on US
The politician who kicked his way to power
Andy Burnham is about to become Britain's next prime minister. He wouldn't be there without soccer.
The US-Australia face-off that isn’t happening
The US-Australia face-off that isn’t happening
The soccer boss in Mark Carney’s ear
For Major League Soccer commissioner Don Garber, a Vancouver matchday was also a lobbying mission.
The accidental American
World Cup star Folarin Balogun finds himself in the middle of America’s ongoing birthright citizenship debate.
The Americans who want to see Australia do well
The Port of Seattle is showing its conflicted colors.
Australian media are launching a MAGA counterpress
Socceroo fans are seeking inspiration in a Trump catchphrase.
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage r
Matt Dunlap beats DCCC-backed candidate in primary for top Maine battleground
The seat has become a priority target for both parties following Democratic Rep. Jared Golden’s decision not to run for reelection.
Democrat Hannah Pingree and MAGA ally Bobby Charles will face off for Maine governor
Both emerged from the state’s ranked choice voting process early Friday morning.
Jack Schlossberg on Trump, RFK Jr. and the future of the Democratic Party
Jack Schlossberg on Trump, RFK Jr. and the future of the Democratic Party
Kenyan McDuffie concedes to Janeese Lewis George in DC mayoral primary
Lewis George, the 38-year-old democratic socialist, is all-but-certain to be the U.S. capital’s first new mayor in a dozen years.
Michigan pollster accuses McMorrow campaign of killing unfavorable Senate poll
The independent poll shows her trailing with 6 percent support among likely Democratic primary voters.
Trump’s endorsement power just met its $100M limit
Georgia businessman Rick Jackson proved an outsider can still topple President Donald Trump’s endorsement, if they have enough cash.
Republicans are still really worried about beating Jon Ossoff
GOP Rep. Mike Collins emerged from a brutal primary Tuesday — but he has a lot of fundraising and convincing to do ahead of November.
Robert White wins DC delegate primary
White’s victory begins a new chapter for Washington, which has had the same delegate to Congress since 1991.
Billionaire Rick Jackson defeats Trump-backed Burt Jones in Georgia governor race
Jackson spent over $100 million of his personal wealth to beat back the GOP establishment. It worked.
Mike Collins wins Georgia GOP Senate runoff, setting up major clash with Jon Ossoff
Collins was boosted by a late-stage endorsement from President Donald Trump.
DC is about to pick new leaders. Trump is watching.
No matter who takes over as the District's next mayor and delegate, they're on a collision course with President Donald Trump.
Trump questioned Mike Collins about his hardline abortion stance before endorsing him
Even some on the Georgia Senate candidate’s team was surprised by the last-minute announcement.
We’re about to find out how powerful Brian Kemp really is with Georgia Republicans
Tuesday will prove whether he has the juice to overcome a Trump endorsement in the Senate race and overcome a firehose of cash in the race to succeed him.
RFK Jr. urged Iowa Libertarian to drop out of battleground House race, challenger claims
Marco Battaglia, who hopes to run for GOP Rep. Zach Nunn’s seat, claims a bizarre pressure pressure campaign is mounting against him.
Summer ICE
Summer ICE
New Zealand’s diplomatic breakaway
The country will face Iran on the field tomorrow. It has the U.S. soft-power landscape to itself.
Trump thinks Spain’s a ‘loser.’ Spain’s ready to prove him wrong at the World Cup.
Tournament favorite Spain is at odds with the U.S. president over Iran, Gaza, defense spending, immigration and green energy.
Why can’t we win it? Inside the Japanese embassy for Sunday’s World Cup opener.
For a crowd of superfans, Japan’s performance against the Netherlands only stoked their enthusiasm.
Brian Kemp endorses Burt Jones in Georgia’s gubernatorial runoff
Kemp’s last-minute public blessing is a boon for the lieutenant governor ahead of Tuesday’s runoff against billionaire Rick Jackson.
FIFA or ... FISA?
FIFA or ... FISA?
Trump’s World Cup czar calls early entry for Iran team a ‘goodwill gesture’
Trump’s World Cup czar calls early entry for Iran team a ‘goodwill gesture’
The countless control rooms running the World Cup in New York and New Jersey
And just wait till the July 4 weekend ...
Andrew Giuliani says ‘dozens’ of World Cup visa cases landed on his desk
Donald Trump’s tournament point person discusses U.S. border rejection of Somali referee.
Inside the Croatian government's World Cup event with John Malkovich and Luka Modrić
The Adriatic country uses the tournament to tell the world to come visit.
Perceived corruption of World Cup countries
Here's the data breakdown on how World Cup competitors stack up, based on the Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index.
UK and US voters are highly cynical. They express it differently.
Here's what new analysis from Public First reveals about the ways British and American voters respond to their frustration with politicians.
Secretive super PAC funding is skyrocketing in primaries
A POLITICO analysis found more than $48 million has been spent on House and Senate primaries by super PACs that have not yet revealed their donors.
The government officials who can't wait to clean out stadium toilets
Los Angeles County's health department is collecting match-day wastewater to monitor for potential outbreaks.
The man who runs the town between the stadiums
Mayor Jim Ross doesn't need Dallas or Fort Worth. Arlington has three stadiums, roller coasters, and a parade of rowdy Dutch fans to manage.
A king with 3 teams
Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands has an official obligation to root for two World Cup competitors, and a soft spot for a third.
A king with 3 teams
Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands has an official obligation to root for two World Cup competitors, and a soft spot for a third.
Fan of the people
Juggling the Knicks and World Cup, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is modeling a new version of lefty sports fandom.
Top Democrats watch Brazil-Morocco match – together
Sherrill, Hochul and Mamdani sat together to watch the action.
What FIFA calls 'New York New Jersey'
Cue the border-state rivalry. Everybody wants the bragging rights.
FIFA's encounter with North America's messy democracy
Gianni Infantino is the new century's unlikely Alexis de Tocqueville.
Macron dreams of burnishing his legacy via French World Cup glory
France’s national team has flourished during the president’s tenure, but he’s struggled to turn sporting triumph into political gain.
Iranian ambassador at World Cup: ‘Iran and the U.S. can be very good friends’
Tehran's top diplomat in Mexico says Iran's presence in the United States for the World Cup should be read as a gesture of goodwill amid talks to end the conflict.
Trump’s name purged from Kennedy Center
The removal marks the end of the president’s longtime effort to assert control over the institution, one of Washington’s most iconic landmarks.
Europe's top sports official talks Panini stickers and World Cup picks
POLITICO caught up with European Sports Commissioner Glenn Micallef in Brussels last week to get his top tips for the World Cup.
Visa chaos frustrates soccer fans
A growing number of international soccer fans say chaotic visa procedures are keeping them from attending World Cup matches in the United States.
It's hot. Maybe too hot.
The locations of several stadiums across the U.S. and Mexico, as well as the peak-summer timing of the World Cup, are expected to put players and fans at risk of overheating.
Alternative World Cup rankings
We've been crunching the numbers to see how all 48 of this year’s World Cup participants rank in several other categories.
The American left has a favorite player
Timothy Weah hangs with Zohran Mamdani, dismissed Donald Trump and wins a shout-out from Hillary Clinton.
FIFA does pregame land acknowledgment
The World Cup host paid tribute to California’s Native American tribes before its first match on U.S. soil.
Canada defends blocking Ghana's Thomas Partey from entry
Partey faces rape charges in the U.K. but has not yet stood trial.
Todd Young talks World Cup geopolitics, Section 702 — and 2028
Between World Cup matches, Young weighs a looming surveillance fight and the GOP's next generation of leaders.
Republicans use World Cup to squeeze Dems on FISA extension
“You should just pull out every stop right now to make sure that there are no problems,” says Indiana Sen. Todd Young.
Missouri NOT probing FIFA ticket prices — yet
Missouri NOT probing FIFA ticket prices — yet
PR fail: Mamdani’s Boricua bungle
PR fail: Mamdani’s Boricua bungle
‘Knife’s edge’: US-Mexico relationship teeters as World Cup begins
As the World Cup kicks off, cracks are emerging in Mexican President Claudia’s Sheinbaum's carefully tended relationship with President Donald Trump — over trade, cartels and a brewing extradition standoff.
Freedom 250’s fair on National Mall highlights conservative groups
In May, several musical artists dropped out of planned performances at the fair after learning of its ties to Trump.
Trump keeps extending the Iran war. Republicans are losing patience.
GOP strategists and county chairs say the Trump administration must exit by Labor Day — or it could spell trouble for the midterms.
Trump believes that we will win
Trump believes that we will win
How I failed to make it to my first World Cup match
A wall of thunderstorms kiboshed a POLITICO reporter’s assignment to attend Canada vs. Bosnia.
The Epic Story of How Trump Seized the World Cup
A decade of diplomatic maneuvering, global intrigue and trilateral deal-making — and how it all ended up in one president’s hands.
Watch: Thousands protest Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum
Protesters marched toward the historic Azteca Stadium and began throwing cones, rocks and plant pots into the security perimeter as the match kicked off.
Bosnia beat Italy. Utica never recovered.
A refugee community in upstate New York gets ready to root for the home team.
Not another political World Cup
Headaches abound for FIFA as the biggest sporting event in the world kicks off in North America.
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage r
The small-town voters deciding the UK’s future are demanding change, our focus group found
Residents are deeply frustrated with politics — and some would rather burn the system down than back Labour candidate Andy Burnham to challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Lee Zeldin on rising gas prices, energy dominance and AI data centers
Lee Zeldin on rising gas prices, energy dominance and AI data centers
The Knicks are the (only) talk of the town
The Knicks are the (only) talk of the town
Biden’s Mexico ambassador was so frustrated, he almost ran for president himself
Ken Salazar detailed his qualms with the Biden administration’s border plan — and how he wants to stop 2028 Democrats from repeating those mistakes.
Poll: Voter cynicism remains a potent threat to incumbents across the globe
New research from London-based Public First suggests many of the grievances that fueled the widespread anti-incumbent backlash in 2024 remain entrenched.
Some Senate Dems still won’t commit to Graham Platner
Even as progressives and party leaders rally around the Maine Democrat, senators like Catherine Cortez Masto and Mark Kelly are wary.
Albany Democrats poised for biggest leadership shake-up in years
Albany Democrats poised for biggest leadership shake-up in years
Public First Poll for POLITICO (Makerfield)
A survey on UK adults' views ahead of the Makerfield by-election.
Trump-backed candidate wins GOP primary to replace Nevada Rep. Mark Amodei
Retired Lt. Col. David Flippo overcame carpetbagging accusations in Nevada’s lone Republican House district.
The Democratic establishment begrudgingly moves to embrace Graham Platner
Democrats largely lined up behind their new Maine Senate nominee on Tuesday, while Republicans were quick to launch their attacks.
Teresa Benitez-Thompson wins crowded Dem primary for Nevada House seat
Her victory has Democrats hopeful about flipping the district this cycle.
Nancy Mace loses GOP primary for South Carolina governor
The representative, who has a history of bucking and then cozying up to the president, failed to make the runoff Tuesday.
Inside Mamdani aide’s private budget briefing for the DSA
Inside Mamdani aide’s private budget briefing for the DSA
Some Maine Democrats are wavering on Graham Platner
The oysterman maintains a strong base of support, but his scandals have left a bad taste with some Democratic and independent voters.
Lindsey Graham is spending big to ward off an ‘America First’ primary challenge
The senator is facing a well-funded challenge supported by some of President Donald Trump’s highest-profile MAGA defectors.
A political nerd’s guide to Britain’s by-election
By-elections — the British equivalent of a U.S. special election — are held when a member of Parliament resigns, dies or becomes enmeshed in tabloid scandal and are flung out of office by angry voters.
The women who could make or break MAGA
Bubbling under the surface of Turning Point USA's Women's Leadership Summit are divisions within the GOP that have enveloped the online voices of the young female right.
Nancy Mace knows her Epstein vote screwed her with Trump. She doesn’t care.
In her run for South Carolina governor she’s battling several controversies and headwinds — including the president endorsing her opponent.
Sen. Brian Schatz to fundraise for Graham Platner amid scandals
It’s the first public show of support from the rising Democratic leader, though he hasn’t formally endorsed yet.
‘This just isn’t good’: Democrats hold their breath on Platner
Some are praying that a significant protest vote emerges in Tuesday’s Democratic primary for Maine Senate seat.
Knicks fever hits the pols
Knicks fever hits the pols
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage r
Brian Armstrong on Dimon, Trump, and crypto’s future
Brian Armstrong on Dimon, Trump, and crypto’s future
‘Everyone is apoplectic’: Inside Democrats’ blame game over Graham Platner
A New York Times report with new allegations about the Democrat’s Nazi symbol tattoo and conduct with women has the party freaking out over its Maine Senate chances.
Georgia Republicans want Trump's endorsement — before it's too late
The president was late in endorsing Rep. Randy Feenstra in Iowa, and then he lost. Georgia Republicans don’t want a repeat of that.
She hired investigators to track her opponent
She hired investigators to track her opponent
Democrats see the stars aligning in Iowa
With Rob Sand atop the ticket, Josh Turek as their newly minted Senate nominee and multiple House races in play, Democrats believe they have the best shot to win big in Iowa in more than a decade.
Trump-backed Rep. Randy Feenstra concedes Iowa governor primary
It’s a blow for the president, who has seen most of his chosen candidates this cycle sail to victory or advance to runoff elections — until now.
Paralympic gold medalist Josh Turek wins Iowa Senate primary with establishment support
The state representative hopes to become the first Democrat to win a Senate race in Iowa since 2008.
Democrats seek more control over referenda in New York
Democrats seek more control over referenda in New York
Trump-backed Iowa Senate candidate says Iran war could become ‘political liability’
The comments, obtained by POLITICO, are a stark acknowledgement from Republican Rep. Ashley Hinson.
Who watches the watch parties?
Who watches the watch parties?
Jill Biden dismisses Democrats’ infighting concerns: ‘Things are going to move forward’
Some Democrats have privately criticized the former first lady’s book tour as ill-timed.
Socialism's next test: swing states
Francesca Hong is part of an array of lefty candidates running in competitive states emboldened by a turn toward economic populism amid widespread cost-of-living concerns.
Trump jumps into Republican primaries for governor in South Carolina, Iowa and Oklahoma
Contests in those states have pitted allies against each other in a fierce competition for the president's endorsement.
Brisport walks off the $$$ plank
Brisport walks off the $$$ plank
Louisiana Republicans pass gerrymandered map that eliminates majority-Black district
The new map has five of the state’s six House districts as GOP-leaning.
Poll: Trump’s economic message isn't breaking through
New results from The POLITICO Poll underscore the challenge facing the president and Republicans, who are eager to channel voters’ cost of living concerns into a winning midterm message.
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage r
Audience questions, special cameos & behind-the-scenes stories with Dasha Burns
Audience questions, special cameos & behind-the-scenes stories with Dasha Burns
The Bidens keep pushing 2024 into the spotlight, to Democrats’ dismay
Jill Biden has a new memoir. Joe Biden is suing the DOJ over his audio interviews. And Hunter Biden is making headlines again.
Hochul knocks Trump’s ‘slush fund’
Hochul knocks Trump’s ‘slush fund’
Gretchen Whitmer says she won’t run for president in 2028
Whitmer said she’s looking forward to taking “a little bit of a break.”
Joe Biden’s disastrous debate with Trump ‘frightened’ Jill Biden
The former first lady said in a CBS News interview she thought her husband was “having a stroke.”
Goldman and Lander spar hard over Israel
Goldman and Lander spar hard over Israel
Pam Bondi recovering from thyroid cancer treatment
The former attorney general said she had surgery a few weeks ago but is “doing well.”
Texas Democrats think this is finally the year they’ll flip the Senate
They’ve tried, and failed, to flip the state before. But Ken Paxton’s victory Tuesday has them bullish.
John Cornyn spent years building the GOP. MAGA tore him down.
It’s a loss for the Republican establishment, which viewed the brutal Texas Senate runoff as a battle for the soul of the party.
Former Rep. Colin Allred knocks off Rep. Julie Johnson in Texas House runoff
Allred will likely return to Washington after earning the Democratic nomination in the newly drawn deep-blue 33rd District.
Sex therapist accused of antisemitism loses Democratic runoff for Texas House seat
Johnny Garcia, a county sheriff's deputy backed by national Democrats, defeated Maureen Galindo, the controversial candidate, in the competitive 35th District.
Rep. Chip Roy loses runoff for Texas attorney general to a MAGA challenger
State Sen. Mayes Middleton won after casting Roy as insufficiently loyal to the president.
Paxton wins Texas Senate runoff, defeating longtime incumbent Cornyn
The attorney general was boosted by President Donald Trump’s endorsement in the final days of the race.
Rep. Christian Menefee defeats fellow Rep. Al Green in Texas House runoff
The 38-year-old Democrat’s victory in the newly drawn Houston-based district is the party’s latest sign of generational change.
Mamdani promises housing ‘transformation’
Mamdani promises housing ‘transformation’
Clyburn’s seat survives for now as South Carolina Republicans buck Trump on redistricting
President Donald Trump had ramped up pressure on the Palmetto State, but he fell short in his goal of ousting the state’s lone Democrat.
Shapiro weighs in on Trump, Harris and 2028 over South Philly pizza
Shapiro weighs in on Trump, Harris and 2028 over South Philly pizza
Canadians are folding on Vegas. Democrats see a royal flush.
Rep. Susie Lee (D-Nev.) and other Democrats are focusing on the dropoff of Canadian tourists heading into the midterms.
The D.C. mayor race’s ‘delicate dance’
The shift in management is certain to spark a flurry of new fates for the capital, spanning public parks, national monuments and the Metropolitan Police Department.
The Zelig-like DNC autopsy author
The Zelig-like DNC autopsy author
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage r
Ukraine’s ambassador on Trump, Putin and the path to peace
Ukraine’s ambassador on Trump, Putin and the path to peace
Albany reels in ICE
Albany reels in ICE
The latest Paxton-Cornyn ad dustup is an ominous sign for the Texas GOP
The fighting has gotten so ugly that some Republicans are fearful it will dampen turnout in the midterms.
The DNC’s 2024 autopsy is out
Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin said the report “does not meet my standards.”
Colorado Democratic Party censures Jared Polis over Tina Peters clemency
Her case has become a rallying cry for Republicans who continue to falsely insist that the 2020 presidential election was stolen.
Jeff Bezos’ mixed bag for Mamdani
Jeff Bezos’ mixed bag for Mamdani
Trump’s grip on the party threatens his grasp of Congress
President Donald Trump’s revenge tour is increasingly imperiling his midterm agenda on the Hill.
‘Relics of the past’: The old guard of Georgia’s GOP has fallen
Tuesday’s results revealed the state’s full tilt toward MAGA, with Brad Raffensperger's defeat.
Mike Collins and Derek Dooley head to runoff in Georgia Senate GOP race
The result extends a bitter intraparty fight and delays Republicans' ability to focus their attacks on Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff.
Progressive firebrand Chris Rabb wins Democratic primary for the nation’s bluest House seat
The self-styled “troublemaker” and unabashed progressive was backed by members of the “Squad.”
Keisha Lance Bottoms wins Democratic nomination for governor in Georgia
She won the nomination outright despite some Democrats’ concerns over her record as Atlanta mayor.
Shapiro-backed Brooks wins competitive Pennsylvania primary
The governor’s pick will take on GOP Rep. Ryan Mackenzie in a key November battleground.
Another Trump enemy falls as Brad Raffensperger loses Georgia primary
MAGA billionaire Rick Jackson and the Trump-endorsed Lt. Gov. Burt Jones advanced to a runoff in the Republican primary for Georgia governor.
Trump picks off Massie in Kentucky
The president continues to rack up wins in his revenge tour.
Andy Barr wins Kentucky GOP Senate primary
The Trump-endorsed representative defeated former Attorney General Daniel Cameron in the race to succeed Mitch McConnell.
Press Pass Problem
Press Pass Problem
Can Massie remain standing even as other Trump enemies fall?
The president faces several tests of his power on Tuesday, from Kentucky to Georgia to Alabama.
Trump endorses Paxton over Cornyn for Texas Senate
The late endorsement comes just a week before the heated GOP runoff election between the state attorney general and incumbent Sen. John Cornyn.
‘The beneficiary of all this is Jon Ossoff’: Georgia GOP steels for messy runoff
The party is heading into Tuesday night’s primary with no dominant front-runner and many voters still undecided.
Wes Moore knows why Democrats lost in 2024
Wes Moore knows why Democrats lost in 2024
Mamdani’s Nakba Day video that never was
Mamdani’s Nakba Day video that never was
Trump's revenge tour claims its biggest victim yet
Sen. Bill Cassidy’s (R-La.) primary loss is a massive warning sign for any Republicans who’ve provoked the president’s wrath — like Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie.
Bill Cassidy loses Senate primary in another major win for Trump
Louisiana Rep. Julia Letlow, the president’s favored candidate, and MAGA-aligned state Treasurer John Fleming advanced to a runoff for the GOP nomination.
In the birthplace of Civil Rights Movement, groups rally to defend Black political representation
“We are not going down without a fight. We are not going down to Jim Crow maps,” said Shalela Dowdy, a plaintiff in the Alabama redistricting case.
Cassidy defiant as Trump's revenge campaign closes in
“I’m going to win today,” Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) said in an interview, brushing off Trump's efforts to oust him and MAHA's influence in the race.
Bill Cassidy’s last stand?
The two-term incumbent is polling in third place in the GOP primary for his Louisiana Senate seat, as he faces a Trump-backed challenger.
Israel has long divided Democrats. Now it’s splitting Republicans, too.
The emerging fractures carry significant implications for the future of the U.S.-Israel alliance and GOP efforts to keep together President Donald Trump’s coalition.
Colorado governor says he will grant clemency to Trump-aligned election conspiracy theorist
Tina Peters allowed a far-right activist to access her county’s election system to help efforts to overturn the 2020 election.
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage r
Keisha Lance Bottoms’ lead is making some Georgia Democrats uneasy
The former Atlanta mayor has dominated primary polls for months, but Democrats are concerned her political baggage will tank their chances this fall.
Reza Pahlavi on Trump, Iran and whether the regime will ever fall
Reza Pahlavi on Trump, Iran and whether the regime will ever fall
Bruce Blakeman’s solar phase
Bruce Blakeman’s solar phase
Jeff Landry’s trying to swing the Louisiana GOP Senate race. Will it work?
He’s trying to boost Julia Letlow over Bill Cassidy — and annoying other state Republicans along the way.
Vance takes fraud fight to Maine
The vice president visited Bangor, Maine, to tout his fraud crackdown, stump for Paul LePage and offer an olive branch to Sen. Susan Collins.
Poll: Democrats want to beat the GOP — even if that means fewer Black districts
A new POLITICO Poll suggests many appear willing to embrace a maximalist posture on redistricting.
A look inside a North Country primary feud
A look inside a North Country primary feud
McMaster plans to call special session to redraw South Carolina House map
The decision would tee up the state legislature to pass a new 7-0 map favoring Republicans this cycle.
Buttigieg picks sides in Iowa
The former Transportation Secretary (and Iowa caucus winner) is backing Josh Turek over Zach Wahls for Senate.
Brad Raffensperger targeted by threat as he runs for governor
A manifesto featured a photo of him with the word “boom” written over his face.
Is Mamdani’s ‘Tax the Rich’ fight done?
Is Mamdani’s ‘Tax the Rich’ fight done?
South Carolina Republicans tank redistricting, for now
Tuesday’s vote doesn’t mark a definitive end for efforts to redraw the state’s maps — but it does make it harder to accomplish this year.
Michigan Senate hopeful El-Sayed calls himself a ‘physician’ but has little history treating patients
“It’s a weird thing to hang your hat on in terms of a biographical detail if you never actually practiced medicine,” one Dem operative said.
Trump nominates Kari Lake and Doug Mastriano to diplomatic posts
The two staunch allies ran failed campaigns for governor in battleground states in 2022.
What to expect when you’re expecting a budget
What to expect when you’re expecting a budget
Sen. John Curtis exploring 2028 run for Utah governor
The freshman senator is only 16 months into his first term.
Brad Raffensperger navigates his party’s MAGA reality
He's running a campaign that’s served him and other old school Georgia Republicans well. But has the party changed too much for that old system to still work?
Poll: Americans disagree on what a ‘stolen’ election means
New results from The POLITICO Poll show Democrats are worried about voter suppression while Republicans are worried about voter fraud.
Poll: Republicans and Democrats agree on one big election issue
As campaign spending hits record highs, voters across parties question how deeply money shapes elections.
NY Dems are primed to pull redistricting punches
NY Dems are primed to pull redistricting punches
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage r
Leon Panetta on Iran, Ukraine and the new global power struggle
Leon Panetta on Iran, Ukraine and the new global power struggle
Hochul’s Mission Accomplished
Hochul’s Mission Accomplished
Tennessee Republicans pass new gerrymander following Supreme Court's Voting Rights Act ruling
The map aims to give the GOP a clean sweep of the state’s nine congressional districts by fracturing Black-majority Memphis between three districts.
Poll: SAVE America Act meets voter skepticism
The POLITICO Poll finds that a plurality of Americans neither support nor oppose the bill, or are unsure, even as the president makes it a top priority.
Menin’s Fair Fares push tests Mamdani
Menin’s Fair Fares push tests Mamdani
The POLITICO Poll - April 2026 SAVE Act
The POLITICO Poll results on Americans' views of the SAVE America Act.
Tennessee unveils new congressional map poised to erase Dem seat
The proposed map would give the GOP a clean sweep of the state’s nine congressional districts.
Former ICE official falls short in Ohio battleground district GOP primary
Madison Sheahan’s loss to former state Rep. Derek Merrin brings relief to Republicans concerned about her electability against Democratic Rep. Marcy Kaptur.
‘The Kamala Harris problem’: Vance’s 2028 hopes hinge on Trump, Iowa Republicans say
The vice president’s first trip to the early caucus state saw him defending the White House’s response to a sputtering economy with an eye towards his own presidential ambitions.
With Indiana, Trump asserts his grip on the GOP
The president successfully ousted a majority of the Republican state senators who blocked his redistricting effort last year.
Billionaires of the world, unite!
Billionaires of the world, unite!
We’re about to find out whether Trump is kingmaker or lame duck
So far, his chosen candidates in several May primaries are struggling to dominate their fields.
Republicans' youth voter problem
A new national poll of 1,000 young Americans finds deep discontent over the economy and signs of a base problem for Republicans.
A note to our readers
As I begin my first week as POLITICO's Global Editor-in-Chief, I want to start by thanking you — our readers and subscribers — for the trust you place in POLITICO.
Poll: Americans uneasy with AI, crypto even as they spend big on midterms
An April POLITICO Poll finds broad skepticism about both crypto and AI, creating a growing tension for candidates benefiting from the influx of cash.
Ohio Republicans fear former ICE official could cost them a battleground House seat
Madison Sheahan is facing attacks from GOP primary opponents over her tenure in the Trump administration.
Trump shakes up Kentucky Senate race with endorsement of Rep. Andy Barr
The president reshuffled the race by asking MAGA-aligned businessperson Nate Morris to step aside.
Bruce Blakeman’s Kafkaesque Albany sojourn
Gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman’s battle to access the state’s new public campaign finance program made its way to an Albany County courthouse.
May 2026
Cartoons from the desk of Matt Wuerker
‘An unmitigated s--t show fever dream’: Louisiana enters election chaos
Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry’s decision has set off a scramble among local election heads, GOP state legislators and candidates on both sides of the aisle.
Georgia won’t redraw congressional map ahead of midterms, Kemp says
The Georgia governor said it’s too late to act on the recent Supreme Court ruling, with voting already underway, but signaled changes for 2028.
Centrist Democrats beef up affordability message
A New Democrat Coalition-aligned nonprofit will host its inaugural policy forum tackling high costs of living this month.
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage r
Can America trust AI? David Sacks makes the case.
Can America trust AI? David Sacks makes the case.
Hochul’s Dear Tom letter
Gov. Kathy Hochul wants assurances from President Donald Trump’s administration that a very specific federal immigration officer isn’t operating in New York.
Louisiana plans to delay House primaries after Supreme Court redistricting ruling
GOP Gov. Jeff Landry said he’s working on “a path forward” after the court barred the state from using its current congressional map.
Mills drops out of Maine Senate race, setting up Platner to face Collins
The shocking move shakes up one of the year’s most important Senate races.
A rare Mamdani-Menin alliance
A rare Mamdani-Menin alliance
Kat and Zo’s affordability goooooaaaals
Kat and Zo’s affordability goooooaaaals
After WHCD shooting, Republicans blame Dems for political rhetoric
Republicans are returning to a playbook they leaned on in the aftermath of the assassination attempts against Donald Trump in 2024.
Talarico needs Crockett’s Black voters. They aren’t all convinced.
Democrats’ hopes of taking Texas ride on the state’s nearly 3 million Black voters, many of whom supported Jasmine Crockett in the primary.
Dirk Kempthorne, former Idaho governor and U.S. Interior secretary, dies at 74
The Republican was diagnosed with colon cancer last year.
From Iran to Paris weather: Alleged prediction market violations start stacking up
Fault lines over who is in charge of regulation are already emerging, with several frontline Democrats leading the charge on reining in the companies.
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage r
Tammy Haddad on Barbra Streisand, Trump and DC’s A-List weekend
Tammy Haddad on Barbra Streisand, Trump and DC’s A-List weekend
He wants Muslims out of the U.S., and he’s Blakeman’s opener
He wants Muslims out of the U.S., and he’s Blakeman’s opener
Inside Grindr’s political power play
The LGBTQ+ dating app has expanded its political presence since Donald Trump’s return to office as it seeks to flex its influence muscles on a range of policy priorities.
‘The GOP should’ve done more’: Virginia Republicans point fingers after gerrymandering loss
They are frustrated the party didn’t spend extensively and are putting pressure on Florida to give them back an edge.
Virginia voters give Dems big win in the gerrymandering wars
The new map could wipe out Republicans' gains so far in the race President Donald Trump kicked off last summer in Texas.
Trump’s pick to replace Stefanik
Trump’s pick to replace Stefanik
Dems need to win in Virginia to take back the House. It’ll be tight.
If approved, the redistricting effort could deliver Democrats a 10-to-1 seat advantage in Virginia, which amounts to a net pickup of as many as four House seats.
Dueling PACs gear up for GOP primary wars over immigration
The Dignity Act, a bipartisan immigration reform bill, has sparked a revolt on the political right.
Former aide suing Eric Adams joins Mamdani administration
Former aide suing Eric Adams joins Mamdani administration
‘A trend that can’t be ignored’: Dems have made up ground in nearly every election since Trump took office
POLITICO’s analysis shows a clear trend in red and blue districts alike.
Forced out of the military — and into the redistricting wars
Bree Fram's long-shot campaign may hinge on Virginia's redistricting referendum, which could decide whether the trans veteran rocket scientist booted out of the military under Trump stands any chance of winning.
Poll: Trump’s immigration message changed. Voters' opinions have not.
A new POLITICO poll finds half of Americans — including one quarter of Trump’s 2024 voters — said his mass deportations campaign is too aggressive.
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage r
Why Steve Hilton thinks he can turn California red
Why Steve Hilton thinks he can turn California red
Democrats’ new affordability nemesis: FIFA
The world soccer organization is joining groceries, utilities and landlords as targets for Democrats talking about the cost of living.
Pappas holds cash advantage over GOP rivals in New Hampshire
The Democrat out-raised his Republican competitors and has more in the bank.
Barr keeps his cash lead in Kentucky Senate GOP primary
The GOP representative has a nearly $4.2 million war chest.
Ossoff builds massive cash edge as Georgia GOP field remains unsettled
His fundraising and cash on hand numbers dwarf all of the Republican contenders’ postings combined.
Peltola outraises Sullivan, lags in cash on hand
The Democrat posted a massive Q1 haul but has less money left in the bank than her opponent does.
Angie Craig builds fundraising lead in Minnesota Senate primary
The Democratic representative raised $2.5 million in the first quarter.
Sherrod Brown posts big cash advantage over Jon Husted
Brown raised more than $10.1 million in the first quarter of the year.
Cornyn heads into Texas Senate runoff with more money than Paxton
The GOP senator ended the first quarter of the year with more than $8 million in cash on hand.
Roy Cooper far outraises Michael Whatley in North Carolina Senate race
The former governor raised nearly $14 million last quarter.
Mark Kelly keeps cashing in on Trump's 'Seditious Six' attacks
His fundraising haul is likely to stir more speculation about his 2028 ambitions.
Senate Democratic candidates are posting some huge fundraising hauls
James Talarico's $27 million fundraising haul tops a list of strong Senate Democratic figures
How 1 GOP billionaire is upending Georgia politics
Rick Jackson came out of nowhere. All of a sudden, he’s everywhere.
Albany’s influence wars
Albany’s influence wars
Gov. Brian Kemp’s big tent pitch for a fractured Republican Party
Gov. Brian Kemp’s big tent pitch for a fractured Republican Party
A dozen battleground Dems send Swalwell’s campaign donations to charity
Candidates in key House and Senate races are distancing themselves from his money and endorsement as the fallout over the misconduct allegations against him continues.
‘Just get in and stir sh-t up’ — Lawler as chaos agent
‘Just get in and stir sh-t up’ — Lawler as chaos agent
‘It would be catastrophic’: A Supreme Court decision could upend Alaska’s crucial Senate race
A Supreme Court decision could bar late-arriving mail ballots and potentially disenfranchise thousands of Alaskan voters in a race that could determine Senate control.
2028 Democrats say anyone can win. Voters aren’t so sure.
At the first major informal gathering of their potential presidential candidates, some Democrats are already grappling with what it takes to win.
Mamdani's 100th day
Mayor Zohran Mamdani crisscrossed the city on his 100th day in office, relishing a milestone in a mayoralty that for much of last year seemed like an impossibility.
Inside the DNC’s Middle East (not) working group
The Democratic National Committee set up a task force to tackle the Middle East. Seven months later, the working group still has work to do.
Pope Leo XIV condemns war, rejects claims of divine backing
The Pope is pushing back against rhetoric used by U.S. leaders to frame the Iran war as divinely sanctioned.
Harris gives her clearest signal she is mounting a 2028 presidential bid
She has toyed with the idea before, but her comments Friday took on a new meaning in front of an audience full of Black power brokers.
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage r
Why Trump’s endorsement hasn’t been a ‘close out move’ for Louisiana Senate
GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy still has a chance at making the runoff despite Trump-backed Julia Letlow's lead in the race.
Marjorie Taylor Greene unloads on Trump, Netanyahu and the future of MAGA
Marjorie Taylor Greene unloads on Trump, Netanyahu and the future of MAGA
The enduring influence of Al Sharpton
The biggest names in politics are flying in from around the country to meet the Rev. Al Sharpton.
DNC avoids taking a stance on Israel, AIPAC
The members’ latest vote reflects a party establishment still grappling with how to respond to an increasingly thorny political issue.
Republicans cautious on energy prices despite ceasefire
Many Republicans welcomed the Middle East ceasefire. They're being less vocal about the future of global energy markets.
The DNC is meeting — and Israel is at the forefront once again
Democratic National Committee members are facing a series of votes testing the party's views on Israel and AIPAC.
Liberal judge cruises to victory in Wisconsin Supreme Court race
Chris Taylor’s win doesn’t come as a surprise.
Republican Clay Fuller wins special election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene
Fuller held serve for the GOP in the heavily Republican northwest Georgia district.
Michigan Senate candidate El-Sayed declines to disavow Hasan Piker’s past comments
Piker has been accused by Democrats and Republicans of making antisemitic and pro-terrorist comments.
‘Vile on every level’: Tucker Carlson rips Donald Trump over Easter Sunday ‘f-word’ post
The former Fox News host also slammed the U.S. president for “mocking” Islam during a scathing critique.
Mamdani’s investigation nominee faces questions on independence
During his campaign, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani had a historic number of volunteers who canvassed on his behalf.
Wes Moore criticizes Trump for talking about Medicare cuts
"We don't want to be fighting foreign wars while you're taking away our health care," Maryland's governor said.
April
Political cartoons from the desk of Matt Wuerker
Is Hochul the unlikely hero of Adams’ world indictments?
Gov. Kathy Hochul has spent the last four months beating the auto-insurance affordability drum and fighting the trial lawyers and unconvinced lawmakers who stand in her way.
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage r
Nuclear rockets, moon bases and NASA’s Mars plan
Nuclear rockets, moon bases and NASA’s Mars plan
The POLITICO Poll - 2026 March
The poll asked respondents about Robert F. Kennedy Jr., MAHA and the politics of both.
'What the hell did he just say?' GOP Iran worries build after Trump speech
Republicans wanted a clear message on the war from Trump. Instead, some feel like they got the runaround.
Inside the blame game roiling Georgia's GOP Senate primary
Republicans are worried their infighting could make it harder to defeat Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff.
Congress Reaches Bipartisan Deal on Infrastructure Spending Bill
After months of negotiations, lawmakers from both parties have agreed on a comprehensive infrastructure package worth $1.2 trillion that includes funding for roads, bridges, and broadband internet.
Supreme Court to Hear Landmark Digital Privacy Case This Term
The justices agreed to take up a case that could redefine how law enforcement accesses personal digital data, with major implications for technology companies and civil liberties.
Trump’s MAGA allies have a new plan for mass deportations. It could splinter the coalition.
Surpassing 1 million deportations this year hinges on worksite enforcement — which would enrage farm and construction groups (and possibly voters).
Dems hit the airwaves over Iran
VoteVets Action Fund’s $250,000 ad campaign targeting vulnerable GOP Rep. Derrick Van Orden represents an escalation in Democrats’ efforts to hammer Republicans over the war.
Election Security Experts Warn of Emerging Threats Ahead of Midterms
Cybersecurity officials briefed lawmakers on new vulnerabilities in election infrastructure and the growing sophistication of foreign interference campaigns.
Army investigating video of Apache helicopter at Kid Rock’s Nashville home
The musician, a vocal supporter of President Donald Trump, posted a video of an Army helicopter flying low outside his residence Saturday.
Iran war makes things personal for veteran candidates
Dozens of military veterans running for Congress across the country have now adapted their campaign messaging to befit a nation at war.
Mark Sanford launches his comeback bid to Congress
The former GOP representative wants to retake his House seat in South Carolina’s Charleston area after losing to a Trump-backed challenger in 2018.
Poll: The battle for MAHA that could sway the midterms
A new POLITICO Poll finds cracks in the coalition that helped put HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and President Donald Trump in office.
Cori Bush wants her seat back — and a rematch over AIPAC
She is back on the campaign trail after a 2024 multimillion-dollar campaign by the American Israel Public Affairs Committee unseated her.
A month into Iran, the GOP’s political reality sinks in
Republicans in battleground states are largely sticking by the president's war — but they’re finding it harder to brush off the consequences.
Why some Democrats want to shut off Hasan Piker’s ‘megaphone’
The popular streamer’s rise as a Democratic influencer coincides with the party’s long search for a path out of the wilderness.
‘He’s lied about everything’: Iran war puts Trump on shaky ground with young MAGA men
Their frustrations and anger with the conflict were on full display at CPAC this week.
DHS confirms that Lewandowski left the department along with Noem
Still unexplained is why he accompanied the former secretary to Guyana.
Trump plays Texas hold ’em with Senate endorsement
The president has not endorsed in the Texas Senate GOP runoff. MAGA sees it as a signal.
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage r
Senators Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Regulate Artificial Intelligence
The proposed legislation would establish safety standards, transparency requirements, and oversight mechanisms for AI systems deployed in critical sectors.
Andy Beshear’s 2028 playbook: How a Democrat wins in Trump Country
Andy Beshear’s 2028 playbook: How a Democrat wins in Trump Country
Abigail Spanberger faces a national test with Virginia redistricting
Democrats are starting to worry they could lose the April special election, with the GOP seeing strong early voting turnout.
Trump-endorsed North Carolina state Senate leader loses by 23 votes
Phil Berger conceded the race to Rockingham County Sheriff Sam Page.
Newsom: We could lose the country in 2028
Newsom: We could lose the country in 2028
2028 Dem hopefuls scramble for distance from AIPAC
Democrats eyeing White House bids are distancing themselves from the powerful pro-Israel group amid slumping support for Israel within the party’s base.
They once called him a ‘goose-stepping extremist.’ They’re now sitting out his comeback bid.
Brandon Herrera, the GOP nominee in Texas’ 23rd congressional district, won’t get help from pro-Israel and GOP Jewish groups. But they aren’t backing his Democratic opponent, either.
'I’m super-Republican, but you got my vote': The Democratic deer hunter setting his sights on flipping Iowa
Democrats are desperate to find locally authentic candidates after 2024. They think people like Iowa gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand might help.
Pete Buttigieg’s 2026 project
The former Transportation secretary and onetime presidential candidate is traveling the country for the midterms. The road may lead him beyond.
The nation’s cartoonists on the week in politics
Every week political cartoonists throughout the country and across the political spectrum apply their ink-stained skills to capture the foibles, memes, hypocrisies and other head-slapping events in the world of politics. The fruits of these labors are hundreds of cartoons that entertain and enrage r
Ruben Gallego wants to make Democrats fun again
Ruben Gallego wants to make Democrats fun again
Political operatives with Trump ties raked in millions of dollars in commissions from DHS ad campaign
The ads became a sore spot within the White House over Kristi Noem.
‘He has to justify what he did’: Black leaders slam JB Pritzker after Illinois primary
Hard feelings linger after the billionaire governor lifted Juliana Stratton to victory over the Congressional Black Caucus’ preferred candidate.
AIPAC faces calls to reassess strategy after split results in Illinois
In its first midterms test, the powerful pro-Israel group backed two victors but failed to secure its preferred outcome in the two districts where it spent the most.
King of Illinois: Pritzker swings Senate race as he targets Trump
Juliana Stratton’s victory in a heated Senate primary vindicates the governor’s political operation heading into 2028.
Stratton wins Illinois primary, giving Dems another Black female senator
Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton won with the help of outside spending — much of it from Gov. JB Pritzker.
AIPAC attacks fall flat as Democrat Daniel Biss wins Illinois House primary
The suburban Chicago mayor, who has criticized Israel, will succeed retiring Rep. Jan Schakowsky.
AIPAC, AI money propels Melissa Bean to comeback victory in Illinois
The former representative is poised to return to Congress after defeating more progressive candidates in the Democratic primary for Illinois’ 8th district.