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Alex J. Rouhandeh
National Political Correspondent
Alex J. Rouhandeh is the national political correspondent for Newsweek, based in New York City. His coverage focuses on statewide elections, grassroots organizing, and the Democratic and Republican national committees. For the October 2, 2026, issue of the magazine, Alex authored dual cover profiles of Senator Jon Ossoff of Georgia and Governor...
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Articles by Alex J. Rouhandeh
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The Democrats’ Path to Victory Ran Through Its Grassroots
Democrats were lost after Donald Trump’s 2024 victory. Grassroots organizing found them their 2026—and perhaps their 2028—answer.
9 min read
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DNC Chair Ken Martin Fires Back at Critics: ‘What Matters Is Winning’
Critics called for his resignation. This week, DNC Chair Ken Martin delivered Democrats their largest victory in 50 years.
11 min read
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AI Politics
Data Centers Were the Big Loser of the Midterms
Newsweek found that lawmakers with records most in favor of accelerating data centers were most likely to lose their reelections.
5 min read
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Exclusive: Andy Beshear on What Democratic Governor Wins Mean for 2028
Under Beshear’s lead, Democrats secured a majority of governorships for the first time since 2010. He said this changes 2028.
7 min read
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Senate Election Results: Democrats Pull Off Wave of Historic Victories
The Democratic Party flipped seven seats Tuesday night, with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer promising relief for Americans.
16 min read
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Jon Ossoff Is Suspiciously Shy About 2028. Should We Believe Him?
A big midterms win for Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff will intensify calls for a 2028 presidential run—so why does he seem reluctant?
7 min read
AI Politics
These Are the Candidates Attracting the Most AI Money in the Midterms
AI is making a last-ditch effort to shape the 2026 Midterms. Newsweek analyzed the top candidates they’re backing and opposing.
5 min read
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Hakeem Jeffries Is on the Verge of Making History. Then Comes the Hard Part
If Democrats win the House, America’s first Black speaker will face the intra-party rifts that broke his Republican predecessors.
24 min read
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MAGA Has a Bush Problem in Texas
Donald Trump may have declared he “beat” the Bush dynasty, but in Texas, traditional Republicans could decide the midterms.
8 min read
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When It Comes to the Midterms in Kansas, We Are Not in Kansas Anymore
Republicans can’t blame a wicked witch for the rise of Senate candidate Adam Hamilton, but they can blame Governor Laura Kelly.
7 min read
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Money Is No Longer the Mother’s Milk of Politics. Something Has Replaced it
California Speaker Jesse “Big Daddy” Unruh said, “money is the mother’s milk of politics.” The 2026 Midterms is proving otherwise.
6 min read
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Republicans Face Midterms Disaster—What Polling Reveals
In one month, Americans will decide control of Congress. If current polling proves correct, Republicans will face a brutal night.
8 min read
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Midterm Race Ratings Have Never Mattered More and Never Been so Disruptive
In the era of prediction markets and Trump, race ratings move money, but what constitutes a precise rating is being hotly debated.
6 min read
AI Politics
How AI Upended Politics and Left Lawmakers Scrambling To Pick a Side
Newsweek’s AI Policy Scorecard shows AI took over Washington’s agenda faster than the parties could decide what to do with it
15 min read
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The Data Center Election
A nationwide backlash is forcing candidates onto unfamiliar ground
6 min read
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Could Jon Ossoff Be the Democrats’ Presidential Fix to Our Broken Politics?
Senator Jon Ossoff has emerged as a Democratic favorite for 2028. The only question is, does he want to run?
25 min read
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Next President Should Be a Democratic Governor Says Kentucky’s Andy Beshear
After a primary cycle that’s seen fighters beat unifiers, is a nice guy like Andy Beshear what Democratic voters are looking for?
16 min read
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Mitch McConnell Absent for 3 Months as Senate Set to Reconvene This Week
The timing of Senator Mitch McConnell’s return to Congress remains uncertain as lawmakers prepare to reassemble in Washington.
12 min read
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Republican Leaders Largely Toe the Line With Trump On AI Data Centers
Trump’s support for data centers puts him at odds with many voters, including conservatives, ahead of the midterms.
9 min read
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Charlie Kirk Death: Trump Admin Lead Tributes to ‘Beloved Friend’ 1 Year On
Trump officials mark one year since Charlie Kirk’s alleged assassination with sharp tributes and political warnings.
8 min read
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RNC Plans for MAGA’s Future as Some Trump Voters Turn Against Him
Donald Trump’s approval rating may be sinking, but RNC Chairman Joe Gruters tell Newsweek his base will define the party’s future.
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