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Politics - U.S. House
Jul 20, 2026

5 Things to Know About the Maine Senate Candidate Troy Jackson
Mr. Jackson, who has emerged as the clear front-runner to replace Graham Platner, is a Republican turned Democrat who is seen as close to Mr. Platner on policy.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 20, 2026

Enough Democratic Drama. North Carolina Has a Better, Boring Way.
There are important lessons in my state's Senate race.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 20, 2026

Micah Lasher, Congressman in Waiting, Has a Few Tricks Up His Sleeve
Mr. Lasher, the likely successor to Representative Jerry Nadler, has an unusual back story: As a teenager, he was a prodigy who performed magic tricks on national television.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 19, 2026

In Maine Senate Race, Jackson Sprints Ahead of Pack, as Bellows Drops Out
Troy Jackson, a progressive, solidified his clear edge in the contest to replace Graham Platner, as Shenna Bellows, Jordan Wood and Nirav Shah ended their bids.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 19, 2026

Who Is Ahead in Florida's 24th Congressional District?
Track the latest polls in Florida's 24th Congressional District.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 19, 2026

In Maine, Troy Jackson Gains Momentum in Bid to Replace Platner
Troy Jackson, a progressive former State Senate president, showed signs of significant strength, as half the state's counties picked delegates to a convention where they will choose Graham Platner's replacement.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 18, 2026

Cindy Burbank, Nebraska's Democratic Senate Nominee, Files to Withdraw From Race
The move by Cindy Burbank could clear a path for Dan Osborn, an independent candidate backed by her party's leadership. But Republicans have cried foul, and her effort could face obstacles.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 18, 2026

These AIPAC-Backed Democrats Voted to Nix Israel Aid. AIPAC Punished Them.
Of the 103 Democrats who voted to eliminate aid to Israel, more than a dozen had been endorsed by the pro-Israel lobbying group. AIPAC quickly closed off online donations for them.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 18, 2026

These 16 Democrats Voted to Stop Israel Aid. AIPAC Took Action.
After 103 Democrats voted to eliminate aid to Israel, the lobbying group closed off online donations for more than a dozen Democratic lawmakers it had endorsed.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 18, 2026

Who Is Ahead in Michigan's 13th Congressional District?
Track the latest polls in Michigan's 13th Congressional District.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 18, 2026

The ‘Devil's Bargain' at the Heart of American Politics Now
This week: the Todd Blanche hearing, Lindsey Graham's legacy and progressive infighting.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 18, 2026

How Maine Democrats Intend to Replace Graham Platner
The state's Democratic Party must pick Mr. Platner's replacement by the deadline of July 27.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 18, 2026

Without Platner, Maine Democrats Scramble to Keep Grassroots Energy Alive
Graham Platner's campaign for Senate imploded last week. The activists who backed him are seeking a candidate to carry his populist message in the race against Republican Susan Collins.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 18, 2026

Russia Bill Broadens Sanctions but Could Fuel Fears Over the Dollar
The Trump administration has recently sought to scale back sanctions as adversaries develop workarounds that some believe could erode the U.S. dollar's supremacy.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 17, 2026

Who Really Has the 2026 Midterms Cash Edge?
The fund-raising race is tighter than it seems.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 17, 2026

Trump's Election Claims and SAVE Act Push Find Muted Response From G.O.P. Lawmakers
Most G.O.P. lawmakers had little to say about the president's claims of election vulnerabilities, and he did not appear to move the needle on the voting restriction bill he championed.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 17, 2026

Trump's Homeland Security Chief Threatens Election Officials With Prison Time
Markwayne Mullin reiterated the president's false claims about voting security while escalating the administration's legally questionable attempts to control state elections.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 17, 2026

What Trump's Charisma Has Wrought
What will the Republican Party look like after 2028?

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 17, 2026

A New Blow to Tracking Gun Sales
The House has passed a bill that would bar the use of merchant codes specifically for firearm retailers, an effort to pre-empt state adoption of the tool.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 17, 2026

Republicans in North Carolina Try to Reduce Early Voting on Sundays and on Campuses
Voting-rights activists said the changes are a blatant attempt by G.O.P. leaders to make it harder for Black voters and students, who tend to vote for Democrats, to cast ballots this fall.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 16, 2026

What to Know About Trump's Attacks on Mail Voting
Many of President Trump's attempts to curtail mail voting have been blocked by the courts. Before Trump, Republicans actually embraced absentee voting.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 16, 2026

Multiple Investigations Refuted Trump's Claims That Fraud Altered the Outcome in 2020
Dozens of investigations, audits, recounts and court proceedings examined the 2020 election. None found the widespread voter fraud that President Trump claimed tilted the vote.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 16, 2026

Blanche Meets With Epstein Victims as He Seeks Confirmation for Attorney General Post
Senator Thom Tillis of North Carolina, a key vote on confirmation, had demanded the acting attorney general meet with victims.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 16, 2026

Republican Rifts Deepen Over $95 Billion Budget Plan for Iran War and SAVE Act
A House panel approved the measure. But Republicans are divided over its size, cost and policy provisions, and many are concerned about the timing before the midterm elections.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 16, 2026

Ken Paxton and James Talarico Agree to Debate in U.S. Senate Race
Ken Paxton, a Republican, has not debated in more than a decade. A showdown with James Talarico, a Democrat, could be a key moment in the hard-fought race.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 16, 2026

Tom Kean Is Back in Congress but Still Isn't Talking
Mr. Kean, a New Jersey Republican who was absent from Congress while being treated for depression, has since appeared at few campaign events and declined interview requests.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 16, 2026

Democratic Senate Candidates Trounce Republicans in Fund-Raising
In the first half of this year, Democrats raised more cash in every key Senate race except Iowa.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 16, 2026

Ken Paxton Bought 3 Utah Condos, Adding to a $9 Million Real Estate Portfolio
The Texas attorney general and his trusts now hold at least 15 properties worth about $9 million.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 16, 2026

Who Is Ahead in Florida's 14th Congressional District?
Track the latest polls in Florida's 14th Congressional District.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 16, 2026

Can a Pro-Israel Democrat Still Win a Big Primary? She's Going to Try.
To prevail in Michigan's crucial Senate primary, Representative Haley Stevens will need to overcome Democratic voters' skepticism of Israel. Pro-Israel groups are spending heavily to help her.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 15, 2026

Fate of Blanche's Nomination Could Rest on One Republican Senator
Senator John Cornyn, Republican of Texas, may have the deciding vote on Todd Blanche's confirmation as attorney general. Even a single Republican "no" vote would block Mr. Blanche's nomination, and the senator said after Wednesday's meeting that he had not made up his mind.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 15, 2026

Senators Press for Scrutiny of Blanche's Role in Spiking Clemency Inquiry
During his confirmation hearing, the acting attorney general refused to discuss the termination of an investigation into a commutation issued by President Trump.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 15, 2026

House Republican in Key Swing Race Discloses a Drunk-Driving Arrest
Representative Mike Lawler of New York said in a televised interview that he was arrested on St. Patrick's Day in 2012, after learning that his father was gravely ill.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 15, 2026

Maine Democrats' Adventurous Political Experiment
The party's leaders have a political experiment on their hands.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 15, 2026

Almost Half of House Democrats Vote to End Aid to Israel
The measure failed, but the level of support among Democrats exposed a stark shift in the party away from backing the Jewish state.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 15, 2026

Democrats Question Trump's Top Intelligence Pick Over 2020 Elections
Jay Clayton, President Trump's nominee to lead the nation's intelligence community, was repeatedly questioned by Democrat senators about the 2020 election during his confirmation hearing.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 15, 2026

Here Are the Maine Democrats Running to Replace Graham Platner
To win, they'll have to convince Democrats at a July 25 convention that they're the best candidate to take on Senator Susan Collins, a Republican.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 15, 2026

Democrats Flock to House Proposal to End Aid to Israel
The measure failed, but the level of support among Democrats exposed a stark shift in the party away from backing the Jewish state.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 15, 2026

Todd Blanche, Trump's Attorney General Pick, Faces Crucial Hurdle After Rocky Hearing
Even a single Republican "no" vote would block Mr. Blanche's nomination from consideration by the full Senate, which could sink his confirmation.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 15, 2026

Who Is Ahead in Massachusetts's 4th Congressional District?
Track the latest polls in Massachusetts's 4th Congressional District.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 15, 2026

Trump's Latest C.D.C. Nominee Vows Not to ‘Betray the Science'
Dr. Erica Schwartz told senators in a confirmation hearing that she did not think Robert F. Kennedy Jr. or President Trump would ask her to do anything to hurt public health. Some senators were incredulous.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 15, 2026

Inside Maine Democrats' Search for a New Senate Nominee After Graham Platner's Exit
Democratic candidates are hastily building bare-bones campaigns and forgoing traditional outreach like TV ads in a sprint to appeal to party delegates, rather than Maine voters.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 15, 2026

Senator Presses for Scrutiny of Blanche's Role in Spiking Clemency Inquiry
During his confirmation hearing, the acting attorney general refused to discuss the termination of an investigation into a commutation issued by President Trump.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 15, 2026

House G.O.P. Releases Budget to Unlock $95 Billion for Iran War and SAVE Act
The plan faces a rocky path amid Republican divisions and would pave the way for votes months before the midterm elections to fund a war that polls show is deeply unpopular.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 15, 2026

Blanche's Family Ties to Gun Industry Are Likely to Raise Questions
Democrats and gun control advocates are concerned that his comments about Check-Mate Industries, a company led by his mother-in-law that manufactures magazines, reveal a conflict of interest.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 15, 2026

Todd Blanche Faces Crucial Hurdle Ahead of Confirmation as Attorney General
Todd Blanche's nomination is broadly a referendum on President Trump's vision of the Justice Department as a projection of his power.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 15, 2026

Trump's Latest Nominee for C.D.C. Director Will Face Senate Panel
Dr. Erica Schwartz supports vaccines and is seen as a mainstream choice to lead an agency that has been a target of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s efforts to change federal immunization policies.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 15, 2026

Platner Was Toxic. But Democrats Could Learn From His Politics.
His progressive, populist message was able to occupy a kind of middle ground in the party's primary electorate.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 15, 2026

House Passes Bill to Make Daylight Saving Time Permanent
The House voted on Tuesday to make daylight saving time permanent. The bill now faces an uncertain fate in the Senate.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 14, 2026

House Votes for Permanent Daylight Saving Time
House Republicans and Democrats united in favor of a bill to eliminate semiannual clock-changing, but it faces an uncertain fate in the Senate.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 14, 2026

Polls: What's Driving Support for Senate Candidates in Battleground States?
A New York Times/Siena poll of battleground states showed a mix of voter motivations, with the strongest candidates proving more popular than their parties.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 14, 2026

An ICE Shooting in Maine Puts Pressure on Senator Susan Collins
The Democrats hoping to challenge Ms. Collins, a vulnerable Republican, have seized on the fatal incident, drawing attention to her record on immigration matters.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 14, 2026

Lindsey Graham's Sister, Darline Graham, Is Sworn In to Finish His Senate Term
Three days after Lindsey Graham died, his younger sister Darline Graham took the oath to hold his seat until his term ends in January.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 14, 2026

Lindsey Graham's Death Renews Debate Over Aging Congress
The sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham has renewed criticism of an increasingly aging Congress and the norms that reward seniority and tenure.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 14, 2026

Senate Democrats Block Defense Bill Over War in Iran
The vote reflected how the political debate over the conflict in the Middle East has sapped bipartisan support for a normally popular measure.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 14, 2026

Jeffries Says He Will Oppose Proposal to Cut Off U.S. Aid to Israel
The House Democratic leader said he would not seek to persuade other Democrats to vote against the measure, which has divided the party amid a deep rift over support for Israel.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 14, 2026

Justice Kagan Tells House Panel That ‘Threats Have Come Very Close'
In her prepared remarks, Justice Elena Kagan said the Supreme Court Police estimated a 38 percent increase in threats this year.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 14, 2026

Watch Live: Supreme Court Asks Congress for More Security Funds
Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan testify about the Supreme Court's over $200 million request for more security.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 14, 2026

The court's blockbuster term might prompt questions from lawmakers that go beyond the budget.
Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett, the first justices to appear before lawmakers since 2019, are requesting millions of dollars to address security concerns amid rising threats.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 14, 2026

Who Is Ahead in Nevada's 2nd Congressional District?
Track the latest polls in Nevada's 2nd Congressional District.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 14, 2026

The Democratic Establishment Had This Coming
The Democratic Party needs shaking up.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 14, 2026

In Rare Testimony, Supreme Court Justices Will Ask Congress for Security Funds
Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett, the first justices to appear before lawmakers since 2019, are requesting millions of dollars to address security concerns amid rising threats.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 14, 2026

The Democratic Establishment Is Finally Getting the Reckoning It Deserves
The Democratic Party needs shaking up.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 13, 2026

Graham's Death Complicates G.O.P. Agenda in Congress
Senators returned to the Capitol mourning their colleague, who played pivotal roles on multiple issues confronting lawmakers.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 13, 2026

Democratic Senate Candidates in Maine Denounce Deadly ICE Shooting
The killing of a man in Biddeford quickly became an issue in the Senate race, with Democrats aiming to tie Senator Susan Collins to President Trump's immigration crackdown.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 13, 2026

South Carolina Governor Appoints Lindsey Graham's Sister to Finish Senate Term
Gov. Henry McMaster of South Carolina appointed Senator Lindsey Graham's sister, Darline Graham Nordone, to finish his Senate term.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 13, 2026

Lindsey Graham's Death Transforms the Race for His Democratic Challenger
Annie Andrews, a pediatrician, has offered condolences to those who loved Mr. Graham while considering the political fallout from his death. Republicans are scrambling to arrange a new primary election.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 13, 2026

A Guide to the Uncanny 2026 Midterm Elections, and How We Got Here
A lot of things have changed in American politics since our writer went on parental leave.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 13, 2026

Lindsey Graham's Sister Appointed to Finish His Senate Term After Trump's Backing
Gov. Henry McMaster of South Carolina named Darline Graham Nordone to replace Mr. Graham, who died on Saturday.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 13, 2026

How Lindsey Graham's Journey From Trump Critic to Ally Made Him a Power Player
He initially called Donald Trump a "kook" who was "unfit for office," only to join the new president's Mar-a-Lago circle. "I'm still in the game," Mr. Graham once explained of his much-analyzed turnabout.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 13, 2026

Trump Backs Lindsey Graham's Sister to Finish His Senate Term in South Carolina
Gov. Henry McMaster of South Carolina will name a replacement for Senator Lindsey Graham, who died on Saturday.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 13, 2026

Lindsey Graham's Sister Darline Nordone Was His Family
After the senator and his sister, Darline, lost their parents, he guided her through the teenage years and into college. He called her success the highlight of his life.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 13, 2026

Lindsey Graham Had a Complicated Relationship With Black Voters
Mr. Graham, a long-serving senator from South Carolina, was known for his ability to maintain relationships even with his political foes. But the support of Black voters remained elusive.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 13, 2026

Mercurial and Magnetic, Lindsey Graham Was a Force in the Senate
The sharp-witted South Carolinian repaired relations with President Trump to advance his foreign policy goals, was willing to cut deals with Democrats and tried to insert himself into every legislative fight.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 13, 2026

Tributes to Lindsey Graham Pour In
Colleagues, world leaders and constituents remembered Senator Lindsey Graham, who died on Saturday, for his commitment to South Carolina and U.S. foreign policy.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 12, 2026

What We Know About Lindsey Graham's Death
Senator Lindsey Graham died on Saturday night, a day after returning from Ukraine and four months before he was to face re-election.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 12, 2026

What Is an Aortic Dissection?
The condition that killed Senator Lindsey Graham is deadly, sudden and difficult to treat — "like a knife to the back," one expert said.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 12, 2026

After Weeks of Silence, McConnell Says He Is Recovering From a Fall
The Republican senator denied that he had suffered a heart attack and said he had left the hospital and moved to a physical rehabilitation center. He did not give a timetable for returning to Capitol Hill.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 12, 2026

With Lindsey Graham Gone, Ukraine Loses an Ally in Trump's Ear
The South Carolina Republican was Ukraine's most influential champion inside President Trump's mostly "America First" political orbit.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 12, 2026

Here's what we know about Lindsey Graham's death
Senator Lindsey Graham died on Saturday night, a day after returning from Ukraine and four months before he was to face re-election.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 12, 2026

Graham's Death Highlights Congress's Age Issue
By the standards of the aging Senate, where the average age is more than 65, the South Carolina Republican wasn't particularly old.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 12, 2026

Trump Recalls Last Conversation With Lindsey Graham Before His Death
In an interview on Sunday, President Trump recounted his last conversation with Senator Lindsey Graham, hours before his death. Mr. Graham sounded "perfect," he said.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 12, 2026

Leaders From Home and Abroad Remember Senator Lindsey Graham
Mr. Graham's unexpected death on Saturday prompted a wave of tributes for an outsize and often divisive figure in U.S. foreign policy.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 12, 2026

Lindsey Graham, Republican Senator and Trump Ally, Dies From ‘Sudden Illness'
He died from "a brief and sudden illness" on Saturday evening, his office said. Over more than two decades in the Senate, he consistently pushed for the use of U.S. military power overseas.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 12, 2026

Tim Scott and Other South Carolina Leaders Mourn Lindsey Graham
The senator had sometimes struggled to maintain support from his party's most right-wing voters. But leaders paid tribute to his wit and stalwart support of South Carolina.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 12, 2026

Lindsey Graham, Republican Senator and Staunch Trump Ally, Dies From ‘Sudden Illness'
He died of "a brief and sudden illness" on Saturday evening, his office said. Over more than two decades in the Senate, he consistently pushed for the use of U.S. military power overseas.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 12, 2026

Senator Lindsey Graham, Republican of South Carolina, Dies at 71
Mr. Graham died of a "brief and sudden" illness on Saturday evening, his office said. He served in the Senate for more than two decades.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 11, 2026

Maine Democrats Will Replace Graham Platner. Here's What to Know.
Mr. Platner's withdrawal from a marquee Senate race, under pressure from his party, has set in motion an unusual competition to become the new nominee.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 11, 2026

How Will Maine Democrats Replace Graham Platner? Here's What to Know.
Mr. Platner's withdrawal from a marquee Senate race, under pressure from his party, has set in motion an unusual competition to become the new nominee.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 11, 2026

An American Politician Is Blocked by Israeli Settlers in the West Bank
Representative Ro Khanna was barred from leaving for 90 minutes. Where past U.S. leaders toured the region to show support for Israel, today's Democratic presidential aspirants are going to bolster their credentials as critics.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 11, 2026

‘Platner Is Vile.' McConnell Is Missing. Welcome to American Politics.
What America's embarrassments have in common.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 11, 2026

How The Times Reported on Graham Platner
Two senior editors discuss the difficult effort to track down allegations against the leading Democrat for Senate in Maine and the questions that soon followed.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 11, 2026

Platner's Rise and Fall Revives Old Questions About ‘Bernie Bros' and Women
The collapse of Graham Platner's Senate bid in Maine after a rape allegation renewed attention to a movement built by Senator Bernie Sanders that some say is too forgiving of male misconduct.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 11, 2026

Bipartisan Housing Bill Becomes Law Even Though Trump Refuses to Sign It
After a 10-day clock, the housing bill turned into law at midnight without the president's signature. But his decision not to sign reflects a growing rift between him and Senate Republicans.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 10, 2026

D.S.A. Members Blast Mamdani Adviser for Elevating Graham Platner
A letter circulated by Democratic Socialists of America members asked that candidates sever ties with Morris Katz, a consultant for Mr. Platner and Mayor Zohran Mamdani.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 10, 2026

Graham Platner Files Paperwork to Withdraw From Maine Senate Race
The move paved the way for the party to choose a new nominee to challenge Senator Susan Collins in a race both parties see as key to the control of the Senate.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 10, 2026

Democrats Haunted by Biden-Harris Switch as They Replace Platner in Maine
The last-minute scramble to name a replacement reminds some in the party of the challenges they faced in 2024.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 10, 2026

Farewells to the Platner Campaign
Readers respond to an editorial about lessons from Graham Platner's failed Senate campaign. Also: The Smithsonian's goal.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 10, 2026

Trump Says He Won't Sign Housing Bill, in Protest Over Stalled Voting Measure
The president did not say he would veto the housing legislation, so it would still become law unless he does. But his pronouncement reflects a growing rift between him and Senate Republicans.

Politics - U.S. House
Jul 10, 2026

The Housing Crisis
Happy Friday. I want to tell you about a rare instance of bipartisan cooperation in Congress.

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