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A new Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos poll shows overwhelming negative reaction to Trump's religious imagery, signaling limits to culture-war politics within his coalition.
New polling reveals Americans largely agree that too much money is in politics, but sharply diverge on what constitutes a 'stolen' election.
A mysterious PAC is boosting Texas Democratic candidate Maureen Galindo, who proposed imprisoning American Zionists, as party leaders threaten expulsion and allege GOP meddling.
Iran launched drones at a U.S. Navy vessel and a commercial ship; the U.S. military shot them down and struck an Iranian drone unit.
Senate Republican leaders are rushing to unite behind Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton following a bitter and expensive primary battle with Sen. John Cornyn.
Several of President Trump's top political strategists are joining Rep. Mike Collins' campaign ahead of the Georgia GOP primary runoff.
Contrasting rulings in Alabama and Florida highlight the ongoing national fight over congressional district lines ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Former President Biden files a federal lawsuit to prevent the release of audio recordings and transcripts from conversations with his biographer, which were central to the special counsel's classified documents probe.
Rep. Christian Menefee won the Democratic runoff for Houston's redrawn 18th Congressional District, ending Rep. Al Green's two-decade tenure in Congress.
Trump-backed Ken Paxton defeated three-term incumbent John Cornyn in the Texas Republican Senate runoff, marking a major victory for the party's populist wing.
The House Democratic campaign arm is teaming up with favored candidates in battleground districts to counter Republican meddling, sparking backlash from the party's progressive wing.
A War on the Rocks analysis highlights how Ukrainian railways serve as a critical economic and logistical artery often overlooked in Western military-focused reporting.
Mike Needham, a longtime aide to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, has been promoted to a top White House national security post.
America's fastest-growing religious group, the religiously unaffiliated, is pushing political campaigns to rethink their outreach methods as church-based networks become less effective.
Sen. Elizabeth Warren is being courted by Democrats eyeing 2028 presidential bids as they seek to strengthen their progressive credentials.
President Trump told Arab and Muslim leaders on a call that he wants them to sign peace agreements with Israel once a deal to end the Iran war is reached.
Multiple shots were heard near the White House Saturday night, prompting a security response and shelter-in-place orders for reporters on the grounds.
Field Marshal Asim Munir arrives in Tehran amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to end the war, though U.S. and Iranian officials cast doubt on an imminent agreement.
A bipartisan group of female senators departs for Pituffik Space Base to assess Arctic defense amid rising military tensions.
Democratic National Committee chair Ken Martin is under fire from congressional Democrats following the release of a long-delayed post-election report.
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is spending $35,000 on ads attacking candidate Maureen Galindo ahead of a Texas runoff, following her call to turn an ICE facility into a 'prison for American Zionists.'
The deployment reverses a Pentagon cancellation and comes amid rising tensions with Russia and a new conservative government in Poland.
GOP leadership scrapped a scheduled vote on a resolution to curb the president’s military campaign in Iran, lacking the votes to defeat it.
President Trump targets GOP critics for future primaries after recent takedowns of Massie and Cassidy.
Sen. John Fetterman's chief of staff, Cabelle St. John, resigns, highlighting ongoing staff turnover tied to his political shift and health concerns.
House Democrats introduce legislation to halt a controversial fund created by a Trump settlement, with a key Republican vowing to 'kill' the program.
A key lawmaker expresses concern over the Department of Energy's ability to produce a specialized warhead for a new nuclear cruise missile on schedule.
President Trump and Israeli PM Netanyahu held a tense call about a new peace memo for Iran, with Netanyahu deeply skeptical and Trump alternating between diplomacy and threats of military action.
The national average hit $4.56 per gallon, with seven states exceeding $5, as the three-month conflict continues to drive prices higher.
The former Massachusetts congressman, a liberal icon and key author of post-2008 Wall Street reforms, passed away Tuesday night.
Adm. Frank Bradley praised the Venezuela operation as the most sophisticated joint special ops mission ever conducted.
The U.S. Supreme Court directed lower courts to reconsider redistricting rulings in Mississippi and North Dakota, following a landmark decision limiting the use of race in drawing congressional maps.
The Congressional Black Caucus has voiced opposition to a college sports reform bill, citing concerns about gerrymandering and its impact on equity.
President Trump backed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Republican runoff for Senate, a late endorsement that upends months of GOP pleas for him to support incumbent John Cornyn.
New Census Bureau data reveals the fastest-growing U.S. communities are on the extreme outer edges of major metro areas, reshaping political and economic landscapes.
Republicans now significantly more likely than Democrats to trust major AI firms, a reversal from two years ago.
A shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego left five people dead, including two gunmen and a security guard, with all children at the center's school reported safe.
Two gunmen and three victims, including a security guard, died after a shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego Monday morning.
President Trump dropped his $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS in exchange for a $1.776 billion taxpayer-backed fund to compensate those claiming government targeting.
Sen. Thom Tillis has told colleagues he will not vote for the $72 billion reconciliation package, citing concerns over Secret Service funding.
A personal essay recounts how leaving Los Angeles for Portland, Oregon, brought relief and a new outlook on life.
President Trump and his sons dismiss their lawsuit against the IRS and Treasury with prejudice, reportedly clearing the way for a proposed $1.8 billion compensation fund.
Two dozen members of Congress describe a surge in direct, hateful antisemitic speech in calls, emails, and campaign ads.
A coalition of over 60 Trump loyalists, including Steve Bannon, calls for government approval of powerful AI models, challenging the White House's hands-off regulatory stance.
Two Democrats vying to inherit Bernie Sanders' progressive movement are deploying contrasting strategies, reflecting tensions between Sanders' 2016 and 2020 campaigns.
President Trump told Axios that time is running out for Iran to negotiate a deal, with military escalation imminent.
Republicans have delivered major policy wins for the crypto industry but are growing frustrated as the pro-crypto Fairshake super PAC has yet to commit its massive $165 million war chest to key 2026 midterm races.
A mother reflects on how her daughter's favorite childhood memories were formed in bars, highlighting the warmth and community found in these spaces.
Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr acknowledges he needs to be better after the team missed the playoffs for the second time in three seasons.
The commander of the Canadian-led multinational brigade in Latvia declares the unit now operates as a full combat formation capable of defeating any Russian force across the border.
Marine Air Defense Integrated System crews from Oahu conducted live-fire exercises in the Philippines, practicing remote-island seizure scenarios.
The Pentagon informed the Army just days ago of a decision to pause a planned deployment to Poland, according to Acting Army Chief of Staff Gen. Christopher LaNeve.
The high court denied an emergency request to pause a state ruling that killed a voter-approved congressional map, ending the push before the midterms.
Ten candidates are competing for two seats on the Georgia Public Service Commission amid surging energy costs and debates over the state's energy transition.
The House Ethics Committee is buckling under a pileup of misconduct allegations, prompting calls for additional resources from top lawmakers.
A wave of GOP redistricting efforts and a narrowed Voting Rights Act are fueling coordinated marches across the South starting this weekend.
New modeling reveals several Republican-drawn 'safe' House seats could become competitive as Latino voting trends shift ahead of the 2026 midterms.
The Beijing summit concluded with modest trade deliverables including Boeing jet purchases and agricultural commitments, despite deepening U.S.-China divides.
Admiral Brad Cooper directly challenges open-source claims about the extent of Iran's remaining missile and drone capabilities.
A divided Supreme Court indefinitely extended a freeze on strict new restrictions for dispensing mifepristone while the legal battle plays out.
The House Ethics Committee announced an investigation into Rep. Chuck Edwards following allegations of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment.
The 83-year-old Florida Democrat has told allies she will seek another term, pushing back against retirement rumors during her recovery from eye surgery.
Japan conducted its first missile launch from Philippine territory, hitting a target 47 miles away.
A new survey finds only 4% of Americans consider a candidate's crypto stance important, undercutting the industry's political influence narrative ahead of the 2026 midterms.
An unusual daytime drone attack on Wednesday escalated into an overnight ballistic missile bombardment in Ukraine, with reporters in Kyiv describing the relentless assault from inside a bomb shelter.
Industry executives urge the next FDA commissioner to restore predictability following Commissioner Marty Makary's resignation and agency upheaval.
House Democrats secured enough signatures to bypass Speaker Mike Johnson and force a vote on Ukraine aid and Russia sanctions, marking a rare bipartisan move against GOP leadership.
A new report reveals that the share of young adults who regularly engage with neighbors has halved since 2012, raising concerns about isolation.
Senator Elizabeth Warren submits over 40 amendments to the CLARITY Act, including a provision to block Federal Reserve master accounts for crypto firms like Ripple.
The first US presidential state visit to China in nearly a decade will address five key issues amid geopolitical upheaval.
A new report reveals defense industry donations to members of Congress, though they represent a small fraction of total campaign cash.
A former girlfriend alleges Rep. Thomas Massie offered her $5,000 to drop a complaint against Rep. Victoria Spartz.
More than a dozen House Democrats demand Republican Rep. Jen Kiggans resign after she allegedly agreed with derogatory comments about House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.
President Trump's endorsement of suspending federal gas taxes gains political traction but faces significant obstacles, while Democrats counter with windfall profit taxes on oil companies.
Austria reports two consecutive scrambles of Eurofighter jets to intercept U.S. Air Force Special Operations aircraft, suspected to be U-28As, for alleged airspace violations.
Senate Republican leaders plan to frame a $1 billion request for White House ballroom security upgrades as a referendum on President Trump's safety, countering Democratic attacks over the cost.
Increased surveillance flights and new sanctions prompt concerns that military intervention could follow.
House Speaker Mike Johnson will seek to heal growing friction with Senate Republicans during their weekly lunch Tuesday, as intra-party disputes threaten legislative priorities.
A new weekly digest curates Ukrainian commentary and analysis to broaden Western perspectives beyond battlefield coverage.
A new Pew Research survey finds economic concerns dominate public anxiety, while worry over illegal immigration has dropped in Trump's second term.
President Trump is considering resuming military action against Iran after Tehran rejected a U.S. draft proposal to end the war.
Three generational forces converge as Trump heads to Beijing for a summit with Xi Jinping amid an unresolved Iran conflict and high-stakes AI governance negotiations.
Analysts warn of a potential military confrontation between Turkey and Israel, fueled by disputes over Syria, Palestine, and regional security.
Senator Alex Padilla's decision not to run for governor leaves Gavin Newsom without a preferred successor, complicating his potential White House bid.
Former President Biden will ask a court to block the Trump administration from releasing audio recordings and transcripts of his conversations with his ghostwriter, which were central to a classified-documents investigation.
New POLITICO Poll results reveal a sharp partisan divide in what American voters mean when they say they're worried about a stolen election.
New allegations of sexual misconduct on Capitol Hill have prompted the resignations of two lawmakers, exposing a persistent culture of bad behavior.
Fewer Americans are pursuing pastoral roles as Master of Divinity enrollment drops 14% and Black Protestant enrollment falls 31%, threatening local leadership in rural and Black communities.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio and White House envoy Steve Witkoff met with Qatar's PM in Miami as part of efforts to end the war in Iran.
Vice President Vance met with Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed Bin Abdul Rahman al-Thani as the White House waits for Iran's reply to a draft agreement to end the war.
A Bipartisan Policy Center survey of 1,000 registered voters shows overwhelming bipartisan demand for legislative action on housing affordability.
Three international relations majors with no coding experience built Politik, a data-driven guide to voting records and campaign finance.
U.S. forces launched retaliatory strikes against Iranian military facilities Thursday after Iran fired missiles and drones at three U.S. Navy vessels.
Chuck Schumer's handpicked challenger to Sen. Susan Collins exited Maine's primary, signaling a deepening rift between establishment and progressive Democrats.
A guide to how budget reconciliation could shape military spending decisions in Congress.
A new Florida law overrides local zoning to allow housing on idle Southeast Florida golf courses, passing with unanimous Senate support.
President Trump's declaration that hostilities with Iran have 'terminated' has thrown House Democrats' plans for daily war powers votes into disarray.
Local party members will consider a resolution criticizing national Democrats for backing a candidate in a contested House primary just weeks before the vote.
A year after arguing Russia could absorb Ukraine's blows, analysts Collin Meisel and Mathew Burrows revisit their assessment as the war enters a new phase.