Inflation has become the Democrats' biggest campaign issue as the battle for control of the U.S. Senate intensifies. With rising grocery bills, fuel prices, housing costs, and utility expenses continuing to burden American families, Democrats are accusing President Donald Trump of failing to fulfill his promise to lower prices. In North Carolina, Democratic Senate candidate Roy Cooper has centered his campaign on affordability, hoping to flip one of the key seats needed for Democrats to regain control of the Senate.

Democrats target Donald Trump over inflation ahead of crucial US Senate elections

Democrats and voting rights groups say Donald Trump’s primetime speech making unverified claims of Chinese interference in the 2020 election is the clearest sign yet that the president is laying the groundwork to tamper with the results of November’s midterms.


Did Trump lay groundwork to challenge November results?

A growing dispute over voter records is intensifying tensions between federal authorities and state governments in the United States. The clash centers on access to voter data, election oversight, and the balance of power between Washington and individual states. As both sides dig in, the debate is raising fresh questions about election administration, voter privacy, and the integrity of the electoral process.

US voter data row: Federal-state row deepens over voter records 

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is calling for Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner to drop out after a woman accused him of sexual assault from 2021. Top Democrats are now joining the pressure as the party faces a major headache ahead of the midterms. The allegation threatens a key Senate race in Maine and has sparked debate inside the Democratic Party about accountability vs. electability. 


Democratic Party's Maine Senate candidate Graham Plater faces sexual assault charge

Silicon Valley tech billionaires have poured nearly $50 million into the gubernatorial campaign and allied PACs of San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan, attempting to boost a moderate, efficiency-driven alternative to mainstream Democrats. However, this massive influx of capital has ultimately fallen flat, with Mahan failing to overtake the race's top-polling Democrats.

Silicon Valley Tech Billionaires Spend Heavily in California Races

Democrats have released a detailed 192-page assessment report reviewing the 2024 election outcome, highlighting internal disagreements and divisions within the party. The document examines campaign strategies, voter sentiment, and organizational challenges faced during the election cycle. It also raises questions about leadership direction and future political positioning as the party looks ahead to upcoming contests.


Democrats Unveil 2024 Election Assessment Report, 192-Page Doc Exposes Party Divisions

Donald Trump tightened his grip on Republican politics after a Trump-backed candidate defeated longtime critic Thomas Massie in a heated Kentucky GOP primary. Former Navy SEAL Gallrein delivered a major upset as six US states held crucial primary elections. The result is being seen as another sign of Trump’s continued influence over the Republican Party ahead of the next political battles in Washington.


Trump-Backed Candidate Wins, Ex-Navy Seal Gallrein Delivers Major Blow to Massie in GOP Primary

Donald Trump is intensifying his battle against Republican incumbents ahead of crucial primary elections, with Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie emerging as a major target. Massie recently backed efforts to release Epstein-related files and opposed further escalation with Iran, putting him at odds with Trump. As Trump-backed challengers prepare to face sitting representatives, new polls suggesting a Democratic lead are adding more pressure to an already divided Republican Party.


Kentucky: Trump Vows to Defeat Thomas Massie

U.S. President Donald Trump has attracted the ire of Democrats over creation of the 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' for settling a lawsuit filed by him. Another move by his administration is gaining criticism. This pertains to increasing the refugee limit for White South Africans.


Trump's Whimsical Decisions in Focus as Democrats Slam $1.7 Billion 'Slush' Fund

Months into his second term, Donald Trump wagered that he could beat the historic trend of the party in power losing seats in midterm elections if Republican-led states redrew congressional maps to sweep Democrats out of office.

The gamble is looking to be a bust, or at best a draw, for the president, after Democrats fought back with their own redistricting efforts, the latest of which came to fruition in Virginia on Tuesday, when voters approved a plan that could remove all but one of the five Republicans in its current House of Representatives delegation.

Race to Win Midterms Election Triggers a Redistricting War in the United States

How are Americans feeling about President Donald Trump's performance today? Do Pennsylvanians concur with the national Trump job approval rating?

Trump's overall presidential approval rating has been sliding since the first historic government shutdown in October. Now, since the start of the Iran war, it has dropped to its lowest this term.

According to the latest polls heading into campaign season for the 2026 midterm elections, Trump's approval rating continues sinking.

Iran War Drags Down Donald Trump's Approval Ratings

Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a Democratic redistricting plan that could allow the party to pick up as many as four new seats in the midterm elections.

With 97% of the vote in, the "yes" vote on the ballot referendum held a narrow lead of 3 percentage points.

The special election is a major victory for Democrats as they seek to gain control of the narrowly divided House this fall. Democrats have now won statewide votes in California and Virginia to redraw congressional maps as part of a mid-decade redistricting arms race that began last year when President Donald Trump urged GOP-led states to alter their district lines.

American Voters Turn Towards Democrats, Approve New Electoral Map of Virginia

The US Department of Justice has asked a federal appeals court to throw out the convictions of 12 people who were found guilty of seditious conspiracy related to the 6 January 2021 riots.

Although President Donald Trump issued more than 1,000 pardons for those convicted for their role in the Capitol riots, he opted to commute the sentences of a dozen members of the Proud Boys and Oath Keepers.

That meant they could be released from prison, but their convictions remained on the record.

DoJ Moves To Drop Capitol Hill Riot Case; Trump Issues 1500 Pardons

The United States Senate has rejected an effort to halt arms sales to Israel, allowing previously approved military assistance to proceed. The vote reflects continued congressional support for Israel’s security cooperation with Washington, even as debate grows over the humanitarian situation and regional tensions linked to the ongoing conflict in West Asia.


Israel-Iran War: US Senate Blocks Move To Halt US War Against Iran For The 4th Time

The United States Senate has rejected an effort to halt arms sales to Israel, allowing previously approved military assistance to proceed. The vote reflects continued congressional support for Israel’s security cooperation with Washington, even as debate grows over the humanitarian situation and regional tensions linked to the ongoing conflict in West Asia.

Senate Reject Effort to Halt Israel Arms Sales

U.S. Representative Eric Swalwell said on Monday he will resign from the House of Representatives, bowing to pressure ‌from both Democrats and Republicans to leave Congress or face expulsion following sexual misconduct allegations that upended his campaign for governor.
The California Democrat vowed to fight the allegations but said he must also "take responsibility and ownership" of his mistakes.


US Representative Eric Swalwell Faces Calls To Resign From Congress

Democrats have mocked former President Donald Trump for skipping this year’s CPAC (Conservative Political Action Conference), suggesting that the event’s low television ratings are why he chose not to attend. Critics argue that Trump’s absence underlines his strained relationship with key conservative backers and reflects broader divisions within the Republican Party ahead of upcoming elections.


Democrats Taunt Trump For Missing CPAC, Claim Low Ratings As a Reason 

Democrats have begun pushing back against President Donald Trump’s decision to join Israel in military strikes on Iran, challenging his authority to wage war without United States Congress approval. Democrats are calling for votes on war powers resolutions to require congressional authorization and rein in unilateral executive action — though the Senate vote is expected to face steep odds.

Iran War Day 5: Democrats Challenge Trump's War Authority

U.S. President Donald Trump has sharply criticised Democratic leaders for their response to the ongoing Iran conflict, saying they oppose him “whatever I do” and are politicising issues of national security. Trump’s comments come as Democrats in Congress label recent strikes on Iran as “illegal” and push for votes to restrict his war powers, arguing that only lawmakers can authorise military action.


Iran-Israel War | Democrats: Trump's Iran War Without Approval of Congress

Israel‑Iran War: US President Accuses Democrats of Politicising National Security

Survivors of Jeffrey Epstein and Democratic lawmakers are calling for the full release of remaining documents related to the convicted sex offender. Advocates say transparency is critical to ensuring accountability and justice for victims, with many emphasizing that “truth must come out.” The push comes amid ongoing scrutiny over Epstein’s associates and the handling of sensitive records by authorities.

Epstein Files: Survivors and Democrats Demand Release of Epstein Files

Leading House Democrat rips Trump's Venezuela operation capturing Maduro-"reckless escalation" that shreds international norms. Fuerte Tiuna bombing, Delta Force raid spark bipartisan alarm as narco-terror trial unfolds.

Top House Democrat Slams Trump's Venezuela Raid as Overreach

A group of four Democratic women veterans, known as the “Hellcats,” are running for Congress in the 2026 midterm elections. The candidates, including former Marines, Navy, and Army officers, aim to leverage their military backgrounds to flip key Republican-held districts. Democrats need to win three seats to secure a House majority, and the Hellcats are campaigning as a bloc, inspired by the successful “badass caucus” of 2018. Despite challenges such as crowded primaries and fundraising gaps, the group hopes their leadership and service credentials resonate with voters in highly competitive districts.


'Hellcats' on a mission to flip the House for Democrats in 2026

Newly released Epstein files have revealed several high-profile names, intensifying scrutiny over the late financier’s criminal network. The spokesperson for former US President Bill Clinton has demanded the complete release of all documents to ensure transparency. The files shed light on ongoing investigations into Epstein’s activities, his associates, and the wider implications for justice and accountability in related cases.


Epstein files: Trump travelled on 8 Epstein flights between 1993 and 1996

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