Suzan DelBene

Mitchell Berman won handily in a three-way primary for Wisconsin's 1st Congressional District, aiming to challenge Republican U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil. Berman received endorsements from the United Auto Workers union and plans to take on Steil in the November 3 general election. The outcome was highlighted by DCCC chair Suzan DelBene, who criticized Steil for his ties to special interests.

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.

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.

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 DCCC has added 12 Republican-held districts to its midterm target list, increasing the total to 58 seats. Key targets include Republicans like Lauren Boebert and Tony Gonzales, with DCCC Chair Suzan DelBene stating Democrats aim to win November elections and secure a House majority.

Crypto PAC Fairshake achieved primary election wins in Michigan and Washington. The PAC supported candidates including Bill Huizenga in Michigan and Suzan DelBene, Kim Schrier, Marilyn Strickland, and Amanda McKinney in Washington.

An independent group, the Independent Center, has released polling suggesting non-affiliated candidates could be viable in key congressional races, including Washington’s 1st District held by Rep. Suzan DelBene, where 78% of voters disapprove of Congress. The poll highlights anti-incumbent sentiment and institutional dissatisfaction as opportunities for independent candidates, though challenges remain due to limited party fundraising and organizing support.

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) has debts exceeding cash by $2.2 million and spent $840,000 on Democratic organizations in five non-voting U.S. territories since last year. The Republican National Committee (RNC) reported $128.5 million in cash with no debt, while the DNC delayed vendor payments and skipped transfers to congressional committees.

Washington's Rep. Suzan DelBene is leading Democrats' efforts to reclaim the U.S. House. She is crisscrossing the country to raise money and guide strategy.

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.

House Republicans are leveraging internal Democratic Party divisions in key suburban New York districts like NY-17, NY-3, and NY-4 to frame Democrats as radicals. Republican Rep. Mike Lawler criticized far-left Democrats aligned with socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani, claiming they are taking over the party, while Democratic challenger Cait Conley faces accusations of policy alignment with socialist groups despite lacking direct ties.

House Democrats are facing challenges in collecting dues from members for the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC), with over half paying less than 50% of their expected contributions. Notable members who have paid significantly more than required include Hakeem Jeffries, Katherine Clark, and Pete Aguilar, while others like Al Green, Jimmy Gomez, and Ilhan Omar have paid nothing. Retiring members and those facing primary challenges also show low or zero payment rates.

Texas Democrat Maureen Galindo lost a congressional runoff election after controversially suggesting 'billionaire Zionists' should be detained in ICE facilities, drawing bipartisan condemnation. Despite claims of Republican donor influence on her campaign through a super PAC, her defeat has sparked debate over whether Democratic voters are rejecting extremist candidates.

Texas Democrat Maureen Galindo, a congressional candidate who controversially suggested 'billionaire Zionists' should be imprisoned in ICE detention centers, lost a runoff election to moderate Democrat Johnny Garcia. Her remarks sparked widespread condemnation from both parties, with Democratic leaders calling her comments 'vile' and 'disqualifying.' A GOP-linked super PAC, Lead Left PAC, donated $500,000 to her campaign despite her defeat.

The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee launched a $35,000 ad buy against Democratic candidate Maureen Galindo in Texas' 35th district ahead of a May 26 runoff, citing her antisemitic remarks including statements about converting an ICE facility into a 'prison for American Zionists.' The intervention came after pressure from party members, with the DCCC backing opponent Johnny Garcia, a local sheriff's deputy.

The Virginia Supreme Court struck down a congressional map that would have given Democrats an advantage in the 2026 midterm elections, boosting Republicans' chances of keeping the House. This decision is a significant setback for Democrats, who had been aiming to counter GOP redistricting efforts. The ruling gives Republicans a decisive edge in the mid-decade redistricting war.

The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is facing criticism for weighing in on contested primaries, prompting a response from Rep. Suzan DelBene. Several House progressives, including Pramila Jayapal and Jamie Raskin, are calling on the DCCC to let voters decide. The controversy surrounds the House Democrats' campaign arm's involvement in primary races across the country.