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Democratic socialist Melat Kiros beat Rep. Diana DeGette in a Colorado primary Tuesday, a stunning victory for the first-time candidate against a nearly 30-year incumbent
Why it matters: Democratic socialist Melat Kiros beat Rep. Diana DeGette in a Colorado primary Tuesday, a stunning victory for the first-time candidate against a nearly 30-year incumbent
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser won the primary election held Tuesday in the state to determine the candidate who will seek to succeed Governor Jared Polis, who is ineligible for re-election due...
Why it matters: Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser won the primary election held Tuesday in the state to determine the candidate who will seek to succeed Governor Jared Polis, who is ineligible for re-election due...
Coloradans are voting in hotly contested races for Senate, House and governor, as newcomers and progressives challenge established incumbents.
Why it matters: Coloradans are voting in hotly contested races for Senate, House and governor, as newcomers and progressives challenge established incumbents.
Amanda Gonzalez defeated state Sen. Jessie Danielson on Tuesday, winning the Democratic nomination for Colorado secretary of state, according to the AP. Why it matters: Her victory marks a...
Why it matters: Amanda Gonzalez defeated state Sen. Jessie Danielson on Tuesday, winning the Democratic nomination for Colorado secretary of state, according to the AP. Why it matters: Her victory marks a...
A costly, scorched-earth Denver primary reflects the fight over the Democratic Party’s direction. But voters want it to stop. Copyright 2026 The Denver Post. All rights reserved. The use of any...
Why it matters: A costly, scorched-earth Denver primary reflects the fight over the Democratic Party’s direction. But voters want it to stop. Copyright 2026 The Denver Post. All rights reserved. The use of any...
The question of Michael Bennet or Phil Weiser for governor will be decided by primary voters, settling a yearlong campaign between the Democratic heavyweights to be the party’s nominee.
Why it matters: The question of Michael Bennet or Phil Weiser for governor will be decided by primary voters, settling a yearlong campaign between the Democratic heavyweights to be the party’s nominee.
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser won the Democratic nomination for governor Tuesday, defeating U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet in a primary upset that underscored voter frustration with Washington.
Why it matters: Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser won the Democratic nomination for governor Tuesday, defeating U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet in a primary upset that underscored voter frustration with Washington.
Coloradans are voting in hotly contested races for Senate, House and governor, as newcomers and progressives challenge established incumbents.
Why it matters: Coloradans are voting in hotly contested races for Senate, House and governor, as newcomers and progressives challenge established incumbents.
See live results from the 2026 Colorado Attorney General primary election as Republican and Democrat votes are counted by candidate and county.
Why it matters: See live results from the 2026 Colorado Attorney General primary election as Republican and Democrat votes are counted by candidate and county.
70 years after the Red Scare and 35 years after the fall of the Soviet Union, President Trump and Republicans are trying to re-introduce a national fear of "godless communists" ahead of the critical midterms.
Why it matters: 70 years after the Red Scare and 35 years after the fall of the Soviet Union, President Trump and Republicans are trying to re-introduce a national fear of "godless communists" ahead of the critical midterms.
Today is the final day for the supreme court to lay out the last rulings of its nine-month term Hello, and welcome to the US politics live blog.
Why it matters: Today is the final day for the supreme court to lay out the last rulings of its nine-month term Hello, and welcome to the US politics live blog.
Years-long strategy, meant to degrade Tehran and its terror proxies ahead of open conflict, could prove difficult to sustain if Washington requests greater coordination after Iran war The post How Israel’s ‘campaign...
Why it matters: Years-long strategy, meant to degrade Tehran and its terror proxies ahead of open conflict, could prove difficult to sustain if Washington requests greater coordination after Iran war The post How Israel’s ‘campaign...
Half of the states are suing the Trump administration over its directives for implementing Medicaid work requirements, arguing that exemptions for sick people are too narrow and violate administrative law.
Why it matters: Half of the states are suing the Trump administration over its directives for implementing Medicaid work requirements, arguing that exemptions for sick people are too narrow and violate administrative law.
New York City mayor says Democratic candidates he endorsed speak to people struggling to make ends meet. Plus the best pictures from weekend Pride events across the US Good morning.
Why it matters: New York City mayor says Democratic candidates he endorsed speak to people struggling to make ends meet. Plus the best pictures from weekend Pride events across the US Good morning.
Court expected to hand down decisions on several outstanding cases, wrapping up term that has focussed on Trump’s expansive claims of presidential power Hello and welcome to the US politics live blog.
Why it matters: Court expected to hand down decisions on several outstanding cases, wrapping up term that has focussed on Trump’s expansive claims of presidential power Hello and welcome to the US politics live blog.
Vivek Ramaswamy has put $25 million of his own money into his Ohio governor campaign. That kind of self-funding can tilt a race before most voters are even paying attention. The...
Why it matters: Vivek Ramaswamy has put $25 million of his own money into his Ohio governor campaign. That kind of self-funding can tilt a race before most voters are even paying attention. The...
Virginia’s 7th District race is turning into a fight over political brand power, not just one candidate. That matters because the campaign is leaning on a famous family name and...
Why it matters: Virginia’s 7th District race is turning into a fight over political brand power, not just one candidate. That matters because the campaign is leaning on a famous family name and...
A New York congressional candidate is stirring controversy after criticizing Israel during an appearance on Hasan Piker’s show. This debate matters now as it highlights the shif...
Why it matters: A New York congressional candidate is stirring controversy after criticizing Israel during an appearance on Hasan Piker’s show. This debate matters now as it highlights the shif...
Democrats’ hopes of reclaiming the U.S. Senate are colliding with a fight within their own party. In Maine, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has thrown his weight behind Gov...
Why it matters: Democrats’ hopes of reclaiming the U.S. Senate are colliding with a fight within their own party. In Maine, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer has thrown his weight behind Gov...
President Donald Trump's preferred candidate in Alabama is bucking "conventional wisdom" by trailing badly in the Republican primary. The president endorsed former state GOP cha...
Why it matters: President Donald Trump's preferred candidate in Alabama is bucking "conventional wisdom" by trailing badly in the Republican primary. The president endorsed former state GOP cha...
California’s governor’s race could be warped by vote splitting before most voters even get to November. That matters because a crowded primary can hand the final ballot to the s...
Why it matters: California’s governor’s race could be warped by vote splitting before most voters even get to November. That matters because a crowded primary can hand the final ballot to the s...
California’s top-two primary could split the Democratic vote and open a path for Republicans in the governor’s race. That matters because the state’s election rules can shape th...
Why it matters: California’s top-two primary could split the Democratic vote and open a path for Republicans in the governor’s race. That matters because the state’s election rules can shape th...
A progressive House challenger in Colorado posted a crude ad attacking centrist Democrats and the party establishment. It matters because the race is not just about one candidat...
Why it matters: A progressive House challenger in Colorado posted a crude ad attacking centrist Democrats and the party establishment. It matters because the race is not just about one candidat...
Graham Platner is leading early polls in Maine’s Democratic Senate primary. The race matters because it could help decide which party controls the U.S. Senate. The move: A new p...
Why it matters: Graham Platner is leading early polls in Maine’s Democratic Senate primary. The race matters because it could help decide which party controls the U.S. Senate. The move: A new p...
A Daily Wire commentary ties Michigan’s U.S. Senate race to a recent synagogue attack and turns both into a warning about “radicals.” That matters because the piece is not just...
Why it matters: A Daily Wire commentary ties Michigan’s U.S. Senate race to a recent synagogue attack and turns both into a warning about “radicals.” That matters because the piece is not just...
Illinois Democrats just held a primary that is now being spun as a verdict on the party’s future. That matters because the fight is not only over one seat. It is also about who...
Why it matters: Illinois Democrats just held a primary that is now being spun as a verdict on the party’s future. That matters because the fight is not only over one seat. It is also about who...
Daniel Biss won the Democratic congressional primary by turning out strong in Evanston and the inner suburbs. The precinct data show how local votes, not just big-name status, c...
Why it matters: Daniel Biss won the Democratic congressional primary by turning out strong in Evanston and the inner suburbs. The precinct data show how local votes, not just big-name status, c...