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Rep. Cory Mills heads into a Florida primary hoping an endorsement from President Donald Trump will outweigh negative headlines regarding investigations and weak fundraising. Despite facing concerns over federal contracts and allegations of assault, Mills campaigns amid multiple high-profile ethical issues involving members across Congress.

Campaigns in Virginia's 1st and 2nd Congressional Districts are expected to be expensive and intensely fought, with control of the U.S. House of Representatives at stake. Both the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee and the National Republican Congressional Committee, along with Super PACs, are anticipated to flood these districts with ads containing potential inaccuracies. Key contests include Shannon Taylor facing Rob Wittman in the 1st Congressional District.

Three Democrats—Mitchell Berman, Miguel Aranda, and Lorenzo Santos—are vying in a primary contest for Wisconsin's 1st Congressional District challenger against U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil. The district has historically been reliably blue from the 1970s until 1994, but it has been held by Republicans since 2018. All three Democrats have focused their campaign messages on President Donald Trump and issues such as affordability and rising healthcare costs.

U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles lost his bid for reelection as Charlie Hatcher won the Republican nomination in the 5th Congressional District. Hatcher will face Columbia Mayor Chaz Molder, who won the Democratic primary, in the general election. The newly redrawn district now includes parts of Williamson and Maury counties.

Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary remains undecided between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens. Missouri Rep. Wesley Bell won a Democratic primary against Rep. Cori Bush. President Trump attended events in Las Vegas and California, while the House Ethics Committee investigates Rep. Max Miller over domestic abuse allegations. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee expanded its midterm target list.

House Democrats added 12 Republican-held districts, including areas won by Trump in 2024, to their midterm target list, expanding their campaign map to 58 seats. The strategy aims to capitalize on voter frustrations over economic issues and the GOP's policies, with specific focus on districts in swing and Republican-leaning states.

Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary remains undecided between Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens. Missouri Rep. Wesley Bell won a Democratic primary against Cori Bush. President Donald Trump attended a fundraiser and speech, while a man was arrested at his golf course. The House Ethics Committee investigates Rep. Max Miller over domestic abuse allegations, and Democrats expanded their midterm target list.

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee endorses Charlie Hatcher, former agriculture commissioner, over incumbent Republican Andy Ogles in the GOP primary for the 5th Congressional District. The race is close with Hatcher out-fundraising Ogles, who received an early endorsement from President Donald Trump. The primary election is scheduled for Thursday.

House Democrats expanded their midterm target list to 58 seats, including 12 districts won by Donald Trump in 2024. The strategy focuses on economic frustrations and shifting demographics in districts like North Carolina 9th and Arkansas 2nd, where Democrats highlight growing minority voter populations.

The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is targeting North Carolina’s 9th Congressional District, held by Republican Rep. Richard Hudson, as part of efforts to challenge vulnerable GOP incumbents. Republicans dismiss the move as a Democratic strategy to divert resources, while Democrats highlight Hudson’s record on health care and working families. Hudson, who previously chaired the National Republican Congressional Committee, defeated Democrat Nigel William Bristow by 18 percent in 2024.

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 Congressional Campaign Committee added Colorado’s 3rd and 4th congressional districts to its list of 'districts in play' this year. National Democrats see a potential path to winning all 8 of Colorado’s congressional districts in 2026.

The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee added 12 Republican-held and leaning seats to its offensive target list, including those of Rep. Lauren Boebert and Rep. Richard Hudson, the chair of the National Republican Congressional Committee.

Progressive Will Lawrence won a key Michigan House primary, defeating Bridget Brink, a former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine, and Matt Maasdam, a former Navy SEAL. The victory is seen as a setback for Democratic leaders, who feared a split in the moderate vote. Similar progressive wins occurred in California and Maine, challenging establishment-backed candidates.

Michael Bouchard Jr. secured the Republican nomination for Michigan’s 10th Congressional District, while the Democratic primary remains undecided. The district is rated as a 'lean Republican' by Cook Political Report, with the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee listing it as a target district for 2026.

Congressman Chuck Edwards faces a recommended censure from the U.S. House Ethics Committee for inappropriate conduct toward two female staffers, including giving them gifts. Sen. Ted Budd described his reelection prospects as 'unwinnable,' and Edwards' opponent, Jamie Ager, is receiving financial support from the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee.

A super PAC funded by billionaire Chris Larsen is spending millions to oppose Rep. Andy Ogles in a GOP primary. Larsen has donated to other Democratic groups, and Ogles claims the funding reflects opposition to his stance on energy subsidies and Trump ties.

House Democrats' campaign arm is supporting five new candidates in competitive districts as Republicans highlight socialist victories in Democratic primaries. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) is backing candidates in five districts, including those represented by Republicans running for other offices or retiring. Republicans argue Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) successes indicate the party's shift toward radicalism.

House Democrats are supporting five new candidates in competitive districts as Republicans highlight socialist victories in Democratic primaries. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee aims to flip GOP-held seats, including open districts due to Republican incumbents pursuing other roles or retiring.

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) secured a $15 million loan in 2025 using its headquarters as collateral, with an additional $5 million available, as it faces significant debt and lags behind the Republican National Committee (RNC) in financial resources. The DNC reported $18.5 million in debt against $16.3 million in cash, contrasting with the RNC's $128.5 million in cash and no debt.

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) secured a $15 million loan using its headquarters as collateral amid significant debt, with an additional $5 million available. The DNC holds $18.5 million in debt and $16.3 million in cash, contrasting sharply with the Republican National Committee's $128.5 million in cash and no debt.

Democrats are facing challenges from anti-incumbency trends and populist left-wing candidates in primaries, with the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee failing to secure key races. Progressives like Amish Shah and Randy Villegas defeated party-backed candidates, while Maine's Democratic primary turmoil included a withdrawn nominee and scrutiny of a replacement candidate.

The 2026 midterm elections are 100 days away as Republicans and Democrats compete for control of Congress and statehouses. Republicans hold narrow majorities in both chambers of Congress, with Democrats needing to gain six House seats or four Senate seats to reclaim control. A recent Fox News poll shows a close race, with 53% of voters favoring Democrats in House races and 46% favoring Republicans.

The 2026 midterm elections are 100 days away as Republicans and Democrats compete for control of Congress and statehouses. Republicans hold narrow majorities in both the House and Senate, with Democrats needing to gain a few seats to reclaim leadership. A Fox News poll shows Democrats leading in generic House ballot, but the race remains competitive.

Pete Buttigieg asserts Virginia Democrats can still win congressional races under the existing map by focusing on affordability, healthcare, and corruption. Virginia Democrats had hoped for a new map favoring their party but lost the redistricting amendment, leaving the current map in place.

Amish Shah secured a Democratic primary victory in Arizona, challenging the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee's preferred candidate. He will face Jay Feely, a Trump-backed former NFL kicker, in the November general election. Both Shah and Feely previously worked together at the New York Jets.

Amish Shah won the Democratic primary in Arizona's 1st Congressional District, defeating the DCCC-backed candidate Marlene Galán-Woods. He will face Republican Jay Feely, endorsed by President Donald Trump, in the general election. The race is seen as pivotal for determining control of the U.S. House.

Amish Shah, an emergency physician, won the Democratic primary in Arizona's 1st Congressional District, defeating the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee's (DCCC) backed candidate Marlene Galán-Woods. He will face Republican Jay Feely, endorsed by President Donald Trump, in the general election. The victory reflects growing anti-establishment sentiment among voters in the district.

Amish Shah won the Democratic primary in Arizona's 1st Congressional District, defeating the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee's endorsed candidate, Marlene Galán-Woods. He will face Republican Jay Feely, a former NFL kicker endorsed by Donald Trump, in the general election.

Amish Shah won the Democratic primary for Arizona’s 1st District, defeating Marlene Galán-Woods and other candidates. The district, a key target for Democrats, will face Jay Feely in the general election after Feely won the Republican primary.

Amish Shah won the Democratic primary in Arizona's 1st Congressional District, defeating the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC)-backed candidate Marlene Galán-Woods. He will face Republican Jay Feely, endorsed by Donald Trump, in the general election. The race highlights growing anti-establishment sentiment among voters rejecting party preferences.

House Democrats are criticizing the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) for spending over $500,000 on a losing primary candidate in Arizona, marking the third failed primary intervention in 2026. Lawmakers like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Delia Ramirez argue party resources should prioritize general elections. Arizona's 1st district primary remains close, with Amish Shah leading Marlene Galán-Woods.

Six Democrats in Virginia’s 1st congressional district primary dispute the Democratic Party of Virginia’s neutrality, citing FEC filings showing the party’s participation in a joint fundraising committee with candidate Shannon Taylor’s campaign. The candidates also question payments to DPVA Treasurer Abbi Easter for consulting work and demand transparency over governance and conflict-of-interest concerns.

Former Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam endorsed Charlie Hatcher, a Republican challenger, in the District 5 primary against incumbent U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles. Polling shows the race is nearly tied, with Hatcher out-fundraising Ogles. The district was redrawn to move it into West Tennessee, and the general election is likely to feature Columbia Mayor Chaz Molder.

House Republicans are leveraging the Democratic Party's internal conflict between left-wing and center-left factions to gain an advantage in key suburban New York congressional districts. Far-left candidates aligned with the Democratic Socialists of America defeated moderate rivals in primary elections, which Republicans argue demonstrates Democrats moving further left. Democrats counter that GOP claims of radicalism are baseless and focus on economic issues.

The race for Colorado's 8th Congressional District between Democrat Manny Rutinel and Republican Gabe Evans is a closely watched contest. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee has endorsed Rutinel as part of its 'Red to Blue' initiative, while Republicans claim voters will reject his platform. Political analysts rate the race as a toss-up.

Four Democratic candidates in Virginia’s 1st Congressional District have asked the state party to reaffirm neutrality after the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee promoted Shannon Taylor during the primary. They argue the DCCC’s actions could undermine confidence in the primary process, while the state party chair emphasizes maintaining neutrality.

The Supreme Court struck down a law limiting coordinated spending by political parties in National Republican Senatorial Committee v. Federal Election Commission, a decision criticized by Democrats and left-leaning groups as favoring donors and special interests. The author argues the ruling could strengthen political parties, reduce reliance on super PACs, and improve transparency in campaign finance.

Jessica Killin, a former Army captain and chief of staff to Doug Emhoff, won the Democratic primary in Colorado’s 5th Congressional District, defeating Joe Reagan. She will face incumbent Rep. Jeff Crank in the November general election for a district that has shown increased competitiveness. The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee supports her campaign as a potential pickup opportunity.

Jessica Killin, a former Army captain and chief of staff to Doug Emhoff, won the Democratic primary in Colorado’s 5th Congressional District and will face incumbent Rep. Jeff Crank in November. The race, in a district that includes Colorado Springs and military communities, has drawn national attention as Democrats aim to challenge a historically Republican-leaning area. Killin’s centrist stance and national support contrast with Crank’s local business and broadcasting background.