Midterms
Republicans Lose Stimulus Battle, but May Still Win 2022 War
The president's COVID-19 relief bill was passed without any GOP support. How this will affect the 2022 midterms is not yet clear.
Democrats' Slim Majority in Congress Leaves Little Room for Error
Democrats need to "walk and chew gum" at the same time and deliver on promises to curb the pandemic and move an agenda that meaningfully affects communities of color.
Crowley Had 'Fodder' on Ocasio-Cortez but Didn't Use It
Former New York Representative Joe Crowley, who was unseated by Ocasio-Cortez, didn't want to be seen as fighting dirty for what should have been an easy re-election, according to a new book.
GOP Donors Worried About Trump 2020 Campaign: Report
"There's a lot of anxiety," a GOP donor reportedly said about President Donald Trump's 2020 campaign plan.
Emboldened Dems Push Health Care Expansion Across US
Democratic governors and other state leaders are rolling out massive health care initiatives, boosting public options and touting expansions to former President Barack Obama's 2010 ACA overhaul moving into the new year.
California Governor's Sleepy Son Invades Inauguration
"This is exactly how it was scripted," Gavin Newsom quipped. "I'm glad this is the rehearsal."
Ruth Buffalo on Beating ND's Voter ID Law Sponsor
How Ruth Buffalo ousted the sponsor of North Dakota's voter ID law in November to win the state's 27th District.
Want to Work for Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez? She's Hiring
Her team wants to create "a prosperous America that works for all of us," the job description stated.
Trump's Erratic Behavior Worsened After Midterms
President Donald Trump's behavior has grown more angry and erratic since the Democratic Party pulled off its biggest House sweep since Watergate.
Trump Fudged Truth at Record Pace Heading Into Midterms
Trump hasn't exactly had a cozy relationship with the truth while president. But even by his standards, October was chock-full of false statements.
Trump Berates Theresa May in Phone Call
The so-called "special relationship" is increasingly under strain, as Trump reportedly turned May's congratulatory call after the midterm elections into a lecture on his foreign policy concerns.
Trump Is a 'Doddering Dictator Wannabe' Says MSNBC Host
It's been a rocky week for the president.
Schumer: Kavanaugh Confirmation Hurt Republicans
"The Kavanaugh dispute, I think, helped us more than it hurt us."
Educated Americans Are Fleeing the Republican Party
Many of the House districts flipped by Democrats had high levels of college-educated voters.
Native American Women Made History in the Midterms
Opposition to Trump and a growing tribal political network converged to bring more native women into politics than ever before.
Michigan Turned into 'California Shithole': Ted Nugent
"Thanks for nothing a**holes," Nugent wrote on Facebook to Michigan voters who backed Democrats.
Germany Hopes to Work With Democrats After Midterm Gain
Heiko Maas believes the return of Democrats to power in the House of Representatives could lead to greater cooperation from the United States when it comes to international affairs.
Were the Midterms White Evangelicals' Last Stand?
Young evangelicals are increasingly disaffected, which could weaken white Christian political power—and a Republican Party that has staked its future on its alliance with the religious right.
'What a D***!' Colbert Lambasts Donald Trump
The reporter, Colbert said, is one of the president's "favorite chew toys."
Trump Says Economy is Key to Ending White Nationalism
"One of the things that I think can help heal is the success of our country, and we are really successful. We've gone up $11.7 trillion in worth, and China has come down tremendously," Trump said.
Trump to Japanese Reporter: 'Say Hello to Shinzo'
"Trade with Japan? We're dealing with Japan now in trade," the president said.
Trump Impeachment? Odds Shift After Dems Win House
Is President Donald Trump more likely to be impeached now?
What Do the Midterm Election Results Mean for Mueller?
Now that the Democrats control the House, they may bring greater transparency to special counsel Robert Mueller's investigation into Russian election interference.
Video: Nancy Pelosi Flubs Victory Speech
Democratic Leader of the House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi, had an awkward moment during her midterms victory speech.
Five Things About Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
At age 29, Ocasio-Cortez is the youngest woman to be elected to Congress.
When We'll Know Who Won the Midterms
A surge in turnout may make it a late night for Americans waiting to find out the results of Tuesday's voting.
Election Night: How to Know if Democrats Will Triumph
While projected to take the House, Democrats are less hopeful about their chances to win the Senate. And without their "blue wave," the party could remain in the minority in both chambers for another two years.
Who is Bernie Sanders Backing in 2018 Midterms?
Sanders has endorsed Democratic candidates who fit with his movement, Our Revolution.
Video: Trump Tells Heckler at Rally 'Go Home to Mommy!'
The president was in typically brash form when confronted by hecklers.
Colbert Calls Midterms America's Nasty Divorce
The Late Show host Stephen Colbert was fretting on the eve of the 2018 midterms.