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Democrats See a Rare but Fleeting Chance to Shake Up the Senate Map

26. Oktober 2026 um 18:19
Democrats are targeting G.O.P. strongholds that could set them up for new majorities. But if they don’t win those races now, it could be a long time before they have another chance.

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Protesters outside of an event for Senator Roger Marshall in Topeka, Kan. Soaring fuel costs and economic struggles have made some Republican senators like Mr. Marshall vulnerable on their home turf.

Democrats Tie Corruption to High Costs in Final Midterms Push

12. Oktober 2026 um 10:02
Party leaders are working to connect Washington profiteering and the influence of billionaires and corporate America to affordability, in what they hope will be a potent closing message.

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“Corruption is why things don’t work for the American people.” Senator Jon Ossoff, a Democrat running for re-election in Georgia, said in a recent campaign video.

Democrats in Congress Embrace a More Punitive Posture Toward Israel

30. September 2026 um 01:46
Nearly every Democratic senator voted to advance a measure calling for a human rights report on Israel’s conduct in the West Bank, as some in the party propose punishing settlement activity with sanctions.

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Palestinian villagers harvesting olives in the village of Turmus Aya, with Israeli settlements in the background, northeast of Ramallah in the occupied West Bank in 2025.
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    ‘I’ll cross that bridge when I get to it,’ the progressive US representative saysUS politics live – latest updatesAlexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the progressive Democratic congresswoman, has refused to rule out a potential run against the party’s Senate leader Chuck Schumer amid mounting speculation around her political ambitions.When asked by the New York Times whether she would challenge Schumer in 2028, when his current term is up, Ocasio-Cortez declined to exclude the possibility – even if Democr
     

AOC refuses to rule out run against Senate leader Chuck Schumer

22. September 2026 um 16:23

‘I’ll cross that bridge when I get to it,’ the progressive US representative says

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, the progressive Democratic congresswoman, has refused to rule out a potential run against the party’s Senate leader Chuck Schumer amid mounting speculation around her political ambitions.

When asked by the New York Times whether she would challenge Schumer in 2028, when his current term is up, Ocasio-Cortez declined to exclude the possibility – even if Democrats win back the Senate majority.

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Will Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Run for President in 2028? Here’s What She Said.

22. September 2026 um 10:03
In a wide-ranging interview, the New York congresswoman offered her most detailed insight yet into how she is thinking about a possible presidential run.

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Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez of New York has several choices ahead of 2028: Keep her House seat, run for the Senate or seek the White House.

The Midterms Feel Like 2006 All Over Again

23. August 2026 um 10:01
With an unpopular war and high prices agitating voters, members of both parties see parallels to an election cycle when Democrats romped. But a lot has changed.

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In 2006, Democrats gained 31 House seats and installed Nancy Pelosi, who is now retiring, as the first woman speaker.

A Spurned Schumer Reaches Out to the Left

08. August 2026 um 01:04
In a phone call this week, the Democratic leader told the new Michigan Senate nominee who had opposed him to just win, working to foster unity ahead of a difficult race.

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Senator Chuck Schumer’s stewardship of Senate Democrats has stirred some grumbling from more progressive senators who resented his jumping into the primaries.

Takeaways From the Primary Elections in Michigan

05. August 2026 um 15:41
Dr. Abdul El-Sayed narrowly prevailed over Representative Haley Stevens in the Democratic primary for Senate in Michigan, setting up a nervy race to November for the party.

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Dr. Abdul El-Sayed’s close primary victory signaled that he has work to do to unite Democrats and turn out swing voters in November.

Senate Moves Ahead on Bill to Avert a Shutdown

03. August 2026 um 23:46
Senators in both parties are eager to avoid another spending skirmish before the midterm elections, but the measure still must pass the House.

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The U.S. Capitol last week.

Democrats’ Top Senate Candidate in Maine Won’t Support Schumer for Leader

21. Juli 2026 um 15:48
Troy Jackson, who is set to become the party’s nominee, also said in an interview that he was not sure he wanted the support of Senator Chuck Schumer in the general election.

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Troy Jackson, a former president of the Maine Senate, has little time or money to build a campaign after Graham Platner’s unexpected exit from the Senate race.

Maine Democrats to Chuck Schumer: Stay Out of Our Senate Race

13. Juli 2026 um 10:02
Local Democrats are warning the top Senate Democrat to keep away as they replace Graham Platner, and the candidates are giving his leadership in Washington low marks.

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Many Democrats in Maine don’t want Senator Chuck Schumer of New York to be involved as they pick a replacement Senate nominee.

Top Senate Democratic PAC Stockpiles Record Sum, as Money Chase Heats Up

10. Juli 2026 um 10:04
Senate Majority PAC says it entered July with $126 million, a new midyear high, after raising $147 million with an affiliated nonprofit from April through June. But can it keep pace with the G.O.P.?

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The Democratic PAC, which is aligned with Chuck Schumer, the minority leader, is entering July with $126 million in the bank.

Top Senate Democratic PAC Stockpiles Record Sum, as Money Chase Heats Up

10. Juli 2026 um 10:04
Senate Majority PAC says it entered July with $126 million, a new midyear high, after raising $147 million with an affiliated nonprofit from April through June. But can it keep pace with the G.O.P.?

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The Democratic PAC, which is aligned with Chuck Schumer, the minority leader, is entering July with $126 million in the bank.

Senate Democrats Will Train Staff as Election Observers

25. Juni 2026 um 10:05
Senator Chuck Schumer, the minority leader, said the program was aimed at counteracting potential efforts by the Trump administration to manipulate elections.

Democratic Leaders Want the Party to Moderate. Its Base Has Other Ideas.

The primary victories of leftist Democratic congressional candidates in New York came as some leaders were urging the party to move to the center to broaden its appeal.

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Brad Lander, Claire Valdez, Bernie Sanders, Zohran Mamdani and Darializa Avila Chevalier at a rally earlier this month in New York City.
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