2024 Election

House Democrats added 12 districts won by Trump in 2024 to their 2026 target list, aiming to project competitiveness in Republican-leaning areas. The DCCC expanded its 'Districts in Play' list to 59 districts, all won by Trump, while Republicans dismissed the move as unrealistic.

The Democratic National Committee published an autopsy analyzing the 2024 election, but the author claims a key chapter was omitted from the final version.

The Democratic National Committee conducted an autopsy of the 2024 election to analyze missteps that led to the party’s defeat. The author of the autopsy claims a key chapter was omitted from the report.

A senior House Democrat warns the party to resist the growing influence of the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), comparing the group to the House Freedom Caucus. Rep. Tom Suozzi argues the DSA misuses the term 'democratic' and urges Democrats to confront the socialist movement directly, as DSA-aligned candidates gain traction in primary elections.

U.S. Rep. Don Beyer faces four primary opponents in Virginia’s 8th Congressional District, reflecting Democratic voters’ disagreements on party direction despite shared goals of defeating Republicans and addressing affordability. Challengers criticize Beyer’s perceived passivity and wealth, advocating for a more progressive, grassroots-focused approach to represent Northern Virginia.

Virginia's 8th Congressional District Democratic primary features incumbent Rep. Don Beyer facing four challengers, including Adam Dunigan, Mo Seifeldein, Michael Duffin, and Lorena Bruner. The race highlights party divisions over strategies to oppose Trump, address affordability, and redefine the Democratic identity.

A Trump administration lawyer admitted in a court filing that federal grants were terminated based on political retribution against states that voted for Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. The Energy Department attorney acknowledged 284 terminated grants were targeted at states with Democratic-caucusing Senators, contradicting prior public statements by officials.

Reform UK's bank account was frozen during the 2024 election. The party faces increased scrutiny of its finances ahead of the Clacton by-election.

Scotland Yard is investigating two £250,000 donations to Reform UK by Britain Means Business before the 2024 election. The payments, first revealed by The Guardian, were made through a company controlled by Reform UK deputy leader Richard Tice.

The U.S. Department of Energy terminated nearly 300 renewable energy grants in 2024, with legal filings stating decisions were based on whether recipients were in states that did not vote for President Donald Trump or had Democratic senators. The canceled projects totaled $8 billion, affecting 16 states with Democratic-led legislatures or governors, despite the department's initial claim that cancellations were due to economic viability.

Democrats voted to place South Carolina first in the 2028 presidential primary. South Carolina was previously moved to the front of the Democratic primary schedule for the 2024 election under the Biden administration.

Perry Johnson's 'Trump Tailgate' event has drawn criticism from the Trump campaign, which labels him a 'never-Trumper' for running against Trump in 2024 and hosting an event with Trump's name without endorsement. Johnson defends his support for Trump and criticizes the endorsement of John James as based on 'bad advice' from Trump's advisors.

President Trump has approved fewer disaster aid requests from states that did not support him, with longer delays in approvals compared to previous presidents. Analysis shows higher denial rates for requests from states with Democratic governors and those that voted against him in the 2024 election.

Maricopa County officials resolved a legal battle over election control with a detailed agreement separating their offices, ending a year-long dispute. The deal, enacted via a 3-1 vote, creates operational barriers between the board's elections department and the recorder's office but leaves uncertainty for the upcoming primary and 2026 midterms.

James Carville, a strategist, claims Biden's refusal to exit the 2024 election has caused disarray within the Democratic party. He argues that Biden's continued candidacy in October 2023 jeopardized the possibility of a Democratic presidential victory.

James Carville, a Democratic strategist, blamed former President Joe Biden's delayed exit from the 2024 race for damaging the party's prospects. He argued that Biden staying in the race until July 21 reduced Democratic chances and criticized left-wing members for not challenging his re-election bid. Carville also highlighted the party's struggle with far-left identity politics and the need for a shift to regain power.

Trump criticized Democrats as 'stupid' and 'communist' and labeled the media 'ignorant' after subpoenaing the NY Times. He also claimed victory in the 2024 election and referred to Democrats as the 'Dumocrat Party.'

The Supreme Court will consider enforcing Arizona's strict voting laws, including a proof-of-citizenship requirement for state and local elections, part of a post-2020 election trend. Trump's administration supported the appeal after lower courts found violations of federal voting laws. The court previously allowed similar rules for non-federal elections.

Lindy Li, a former Democratic fundraiser, claims in her upcoming book that Democrats ignored signs of President Joe Biden's cognitive decline and concealed concerns. She alleges that figures like Adam Schiff privately supported Biden stepping aside but publicly defended him. Internal party research suggested Biden's unassailable position in the 2024 primary despite reservations.

Keir Starmer is expected to announce his resignation as prime minister on Monday amid growing support for Andy Burnham to succeed him. Labour MP Peter Kyle emphasized the need for government stability, avoiding Conservative-style infighting, as the party reflects on the Conservatives' 2024 election defeat following their rapid leadership changes.

A meeting of Ohio Democratic activists turned chaotic as attendees criticized the party's lack of a compelling message and demanded accountability for recent election losses. The chair of the Ohio Democrats, Kathleen Clyde, struggled to address concerns about the party's strategy and messaging, highlighting tensions within the Democratic base ahead of the midterms.

Tory veterans caution Labour against repeating Conservative leadership turmoil that led to a 2024 election defeat. The Conservatives experienced five prime ministers in seven years, causing factionalism and instability. Labour faces a potential leadership contest if Andy Burnham wins a June 18 by-election.

Hillary Clinton criticized Joe Biden's decision to run for re-election as a 'terrible mistake' and outlined an alternative approach to the 2024 election. She argued that the campaign should have been handled differently to avoid negative consequences.

Hillary Clinton stated that the Democratic Party's 2024 loss was due to a 'terrible miscalculation'—President Joe Biden's decision to run for reelection.

Voting officials express concerns that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) may undermine election integrity in 2024. Gary Berntsen, a former CIA operative, promoted debunked claims of Venezuelan election interference, which DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin supported. Election officials now distrust DHS, avoiding data sharing due to fears of misuse.

AP-NORC polling shows a significant decline in Donald Trump's support among independents during his second term, with approval dropping from about half to one-quarter among non-college-educated independents. The erosion of support, particularly after Trump's first 100 days and key events like a government shutdown and the Iran war, has closed the education-based approval gap among independents.

A fund linked to key Trump allies supported misleading advertisements in swing states suggesting local officials could choose not to certify elections. The Guardian review found these ads were tied to Cleta Mitchell and Heather Honey, with the ads being described as misleading because certification is mandatory. The push occurred as Trump and allies appeared to prepare for contesting election results if he lost.

James Carville, a Democratic strategist, advised Democrats to move on from Kamala Harris after her 2024 election loss, stating she should be satisfied with her political record and not run in 2028. Carville criticized her 2024 campaign as ineffective despite acknowledging her prior accomplishments, while co-host Al Hunt dismissed the idea that earlier withdrawal by Biden would have secured her victory. Harris has faced pressure from public figures to step aside for the 2028 race.

Jill Biden defended her memoir against criticism from Democratic figures, urging Andrew Bates to confront her directly about his concerns. She emphasized her book's limited political content and discussed her husband's aging and cancer diagnosis, acknowledging doubts about his ability to serve another term.

Jill Biden defended her memoir against criticism from former White House spokesman Andrew Bates, who argued the book reopened painful political discussions. She emphasized the book's single political chapter and discussed her husband's aging and the 2024 election, including his debate performance and cancer diagnosis.

The California governor race remains deadlocked with Steve Hilton leading and Xavier Becerra and Tom Steyer following. Trump’s endorsement streak ended in Iowa after Randy Feenstra finished second. Jill Biden addressed her husband’s decision to drop out of the 2024 election.

Christina Bohannan, a Democrat, will challenge Iowa GOP Rep. Miller-Meeks for the third time. Bohannan lost to the incumbent twice previously but reduced the margin to 799 votes in the 2024 election.

James Carville and Al Hunt criticized the Democratic Party's 2024 election autopsy report, arguing it ignored key factors like Kamala Harris's campaign struggles and President Biden's age. They highlighted the $2 billion spent on Harris's campaign as ineffective, questioning how funds were allocated without persuading voters.

Jill Biden addressed concerns that her memoir tour is causing Democratic infighting, stating the party is moving forward from the 2024 election. Her book discusses President Joe Biden's 2024 debate performance, which some Democrats criticize as a distraction. The party's recent election autopsy release also sparked internal disputes.

Former Biden aides criticize Jill Biden's new book for rewriting history and being unhelpful to the Democratic Party. The backlash occurs as the book's excerpts and her first post-presidency interview emerge, amid the Bidens' efforts to address the 2024 election loss.

A judge dismissed a citizenship law targeting new voters in New Hampshire. The article also notes people casting ballots in Lancaster, N.H., in 2024.

Radio host Charlamagne tha God criticized former first lady Jill Biden and the Democratic Party for concealing concerns about former President Joe Biden's cognitive decline, citing his poor debate performance and a memoir revealing their acknowledgment of his mistakes. Charlamagne argued that the lack of honesty damaged trust in democracy.

Democrats express frustration as the Bidens continue to draw attention to past controversies, including Jill Biden's memoir about her husband's 2024 debate performance, Joe Biden's legal battle over audio interviews, and Hunter Biden's podcast appearance with Candace Owens. The focus on these issues is seen as a distraction from current priorities, including mid-term elections.

A poll of 500 Florida Hispanic voters shows 20% of those who voted for Trump in 2024 would not do so again, with 51% disapproving of his performance. Republican candidates lead in the gubernatorial and Senate races, but concerns about congressional oversight are high. National comparisons highlight Florida's unique Republican support among Latino voters.

California is attempting to prevent President Donald Trump from influencing election procedures ahead of the 2024 election. The state's efforts focus on ensuring election integrity amid concerns over potential interference.