Democrats
Here's the latest on the Democratic Party. President Joe Biden won the 2020 election against the Republican nominee, former President Donald Trump. It is one of the two major political parties in the United States, alongside the Republican Party. The current chairperson of the party is former Secretary of Labor in the Obama administration, Tom Perez.
Senate Dems complete reading of "big, beautiful bill" in 16 hours
Senate Democrats forced a 16-hour reading of President Trump's 940-page "big, beautiful bill" to delay and highlight Medicaid cuts.
Donald Trump notches his best week yet
A Supreme Court decision, a Middle East ceasefire, and a major trade breakthrough with China shifted the narrative in his favor.
Senate to vote on Trump's "Big, Beautiful Bill": Here's what it contains
Senate debates Trump's $3.8T tax-cut bill with border funding and Medicaid cuts while Democrats force full reading.
Elon Musk calls Donald Trump's Big Beautiful Bill "political suicide"
Musk and the president had a very public falling out over the spending bill after the tech mogul returned to the private sector.
California closes $12 billion budget deficit with hit to migrants
Starting in 2026, California will halt new enrollments for undocumented adults in Medi-Cal, effectively capping the program's growth.
Exclusive: Democrat on how Trump's tariffs could reshape key Iowa race
"I've already talked to some farmers who are very worried about the effect of tariffs and the trade war with China," Christina Bohannan told Newsweek.
Zohran Mamdani ends triumphant week with new endorsements
Mamdani posted about the unions backing him on social media on the heels of his stunning primary win.
Bernie Sanders warns establishment "in panic" after Zohran Mamdani win
Sanders took a swipe at Democrats saying they would "rather be the captains on a sinking Titanic" than change direction after Mamdani's win.
Birthright citizenship: What polls show about Americans' views
Following the Supreme Court's ruling in a case touching on birthright citizenship, here's where Americans stand on the issue, according to polls.
Republicans' chances of flipping New Hampshire's Democratic Senate seat
Former GOP Senator Scott Brown announced his campaign this week—a new poll compared his favorability to Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas.
Welcome to the People's Republic of New York City? | Opinion
If the moderate masses ever seek to reclaim their own parties, they need to field candidates and then actually show up—in the primaries—and vote for them.
Full list of Democrats voting to condemn Los Angeles anti-Trump riots
Seven Democrats, including two from California, supported the Republican-sponsored resolution.
Will the Age of AI Politically Shift People to the Left? | Opinion
Left-leaning political traditions emphasize the role of the state in protecting individual rights and promoting equality. In contrast, right-libertarian approaches prioritize deregulation and market freedom, which may be ill-suited to address labor challenges in the AI age.
Zohran Mamdani proposes taxing 'whiter neighborhoods' in NYC
One conservative commentator branded Mamdani a "racist" in response to his proposal.
Zohran Mamdani reacts to Andrew Cuomo reportedly staying in mayor's race
Sources told CNN that Cuomo's team believes the general electorate could be more receptive to his candidacy than primary voters.
Kathy Hochul sidesteps endorsing Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor
Hochul said she is focused on governing and delivering for New Yorkers right now with people in government today.
Republicans cheer as Mamdani becomes Democrats' new lightning rod
Zohran Mamdani's upset victory in New York's Democratic mayoral primary has split his party and given Republicans a new figure to weaponize.
Republicans ask Donald Trump to revoke Zohran Mamdani's citizenship
Zohran Mamdani won the Democratic primary for the 2025 New York mayoral election.
Top Andrew Cuomo donor didn't even rank him first in NYC primary
An investor who gave $250,000 to Cuomo's super PAC said he did not rank the former governor as his first choice for mayor.
88-year-old House Democrat's staff walks back comments on reelection bid
This marks the second time this month where Norton has said she'll seek reelection, only for her office to retract the statement.
Democratic Leadership Told Rep. Jasmine Crockett She's Too Black | Opinion
Let me translate what Representative Jasmine Crockett couldn't say publicly: The Democratic Party just told one of its most effective warriors that she's too Black, too bold, and too uncompromising for leadership.
Chuck Schumer taken to hospital for treatment—What we know
Senator Schumer was taken to the hospital and treated for dehydration after feeling lightheaded at the gym, his office said.
Chuck Schumer on notice after Zohran Mamdani upset in NYC
Mamdani's win dealt a blow to the establishment and boosted calls for Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to challenge Schumer in 2028.
Progressives just won big in New York's second-largest city
A more progressive candidate defeated the acting mayor in Buffalo's Democratic primary on Tuesday.
Democrat defiant after not guilty plea: "they will not intimidate me"
LaMonica McIver's attorney, former U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Paul Fishman, said the congresswoman maintains her innocence.
Which Democrat can beat Republicans to flip Texas? Poll shows voters' views
Texas Democrats must decide whether they want familiar faces in 2026 election races or put up new blood in a state that favors Republicans.
John Fetterman gets good news from Republicans in his home state
Fetterman is more popular with Republicans than Democrats in Pennsylvania, according to a new poll.
Joe Rogan trashes US minimum wage: "Disgusting"
Speaking with guest Senator Bernie Sanders, Rogan said the minimum wage in the U.S. is "ridiculous" and "insane."
White House responds to Zohran Mamdani's election win
Stephen Miller says Zohran Mamdani's victory in New York City's Democratic mayoral primary is a result of a failure to control migration.
The 1600: Postcard from NYC
Editor's note: This is a preview of The 1600, Newsweek's daily newsletter by politics and culture director Carlo Versano.