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Progressive upstart Melat Kiros completed a monumental upset over U.S. Rep.
Why it matters: Progressive upstart Melat Kiros completed a monumental upset over U.S. Rep.
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...
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...
White House denies rift but Trump officials say Rubio was so skeptical that acceptable deal with Iran was possible that he declined to head US delegation, leading Vance to seize opportunity The post Vance and Rubio take...
Why it matters: White House denies rift but Trump officials say Rubio was so skeptical that acceptable deal with Iran was possible that he declined to head US delegation, leading Vance to seize opportunity The post Vance and Rubio take...
The polls have closed in the 2026 Colorado primary election. This year is a defining one for both major parties in the state, as anti-establishment candidates are challenging incu...
Why it matters: The polls have closed in the 2026 Colorado primary election. This year is a defining one for both major parties in the state, as anti-establishment candidates are challenging incu...
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.
For weeks, a tarp obscuring the facade of the John F. Kennedy Center has baffled observers, prompting speculation about the Washington, D.C., arts complex following the court-ordered removal of the president’s name.
Why it matters: For weeks, a tarp obscuring the facade of the John F. Kennedy Center has baffled observers, prompting speculation about the Washington, D.C., arts complex following the court-ordered removal of the president’s name.
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.
The Senate GOP campaign arm won a major Supreme Court boost in the party's bid to hold congressional majorities on Tuesday.
Why it matters: The Senate GOP campaign arm won a major Supreme Court boost in the party's bid to hold congressional majorities on Tuesday.
WASHINGTON — Colorado is the only state holding a primary election Tuesday, June 30, but several candidates are seeking high-level positions in elected state and federal roles. Voters have the...
Why it matters: WASHINGTON — Colorado is the only state holding a primary election Tuesday, June 30, but several candidates are seeking high-level positions in elected state and federal roles. Voters have the...
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down federal limits on how much political parties may spend in coordination with candidates, handing party committees a major win and reshaping campaign-finance rules ahead of the...
Why it matters: The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down federal limits on how much political parties may spend in coordination with candidates, handing party committees a major win and reshaping campaign-finance rules ahead of the...
New Jersey’s Tom Kean Jr, who last voted in March, says he was diagnosed with depression after entering hospital Tom Kean Jr, a Republican congressman who disappeared from the Capitol for nearly four months with little...
Why it matters: New Jersey’s Tom Kean Jr, who last voted in March, says he was diagnosed with depression after entering hospital Tom Kean Jr, a Republican congressman who disappeared from the Capitol for nearly four months with little...
Case stems from 2022 lawsuit challenging Federal Election Commission’s enforcement of limits on ‘coordinated party expenditures’ Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox One of the...
Why it matters: Case stems from 2022 lawsuit challenging Federal Election Commission’s enforcement of limits on ‘coordinated party expenditures’ Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox One of the...
New York City mayor also condemns surge in antisemitism in city, says he disagrees with coffee shop's decision to refund pro-Israel congressman and call him a 'genocide enabler' The post Reiterating his views, Mamdani...
Why it matters: New York City mayor also condemns surge in antisemitism in city, says he disagrees with coffee shop's decision to refund pro-Israel congressman and call him a 'genocide enabler' The post Reiterating his views, Mamdani...
The Alaska Supreme Court ruled Monday that a man with the same name as Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan can challenge the sitting lawmaker in the state's GOP Senate primary in August.
Why it matters: The Alaska Supreme Court ruled Monday that a man with the same name as Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan can challenge the sitting lawmaker in the state's GOP Senate primary in August.
Venezuela's La Guaira state bore the brunt of the earthquake damage, bringing memories of a 1999 disaster that became President Hugo Chávez's first major test. Now, it's the acting leader's challenge.
Why it matters: Venezuela's La Guaira state bore the brunt of the earthquake damage, bringing memories of a 1999 disaster that became President Hugo Chávez's first major test. Now, it's the acting leader's challenge.
Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) is under federal investigation for suspected campaign finance violations, Axios has learned.
Why it matters: Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) is under federal investigation for suspected campaign finance violations, Axios has learned.
GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Two Democrats are competing n the Aug. 4 primary election for Michigan’s 30th District state Senate seat, which spans part of Kent and Ottawa counties. Voters will choose between...
Why it matters: GRAND RAPIDS, MI — Two Democrats are competing n the Aug. 4 primary election for Michigan’s 30th District state Senate seat, which spans part of Kent and Ottawa counties. Voters will choose between...
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.
The Justice Department has accused the Southern Poverty Law Center of fraud, and the center is calling it a political attack. This is not just a legal fight. It is a test of how...
Why it matters: The Justice Department has accused the Southern Poverty Law Center of fraud, and the center is calling it a political attack. This is not just a legal fight. It is a test of how...
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...
Former California state controller Betty Yee has left the governor’s race. Her exit narrows the field in a high-stakes contest that will shape the state’s next power center. The...
Why it matters: Former California state controller Betty Yee has left the governor’s race. Her exit narrows the field in a high-stakes contest that will shape the state’s next power center. The...
JD Vance is reportedly working rich donor circles tied to Republican fundraising, including major pro-Israel megadonors. That matters because these relationships can shape party...
Why it matters: JD Vance is reportedly working rich donor circles tied to Republican fundraising, including major pro-Israel megadonors. That matters because these relationships can shape party...
Federal records say campaign money tied to Ruben Gallego and Eric Swalwell was spent at Puerto Rico resorts during Gallego’s wedding weekend. The episode matters because it rais...
Why it matters: Federal records say campaign money tied to Ruben Gallego and Eric Swalwell was spent at Puerto Rico resorts during Gallego’s wedding weekend. The episode matters because it rais...
Republican vaccine politics are turning into a real test of party control and public trust. The fight matters now because health policy is never just health policy when one part...
Why it matters: Republican vaccine politics are turning into a real test of party control and public trust. The fight matters now because health policy is never just health policy when one part...
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 recent study says attending an HBCU is linked to better long-term health for Black students. It matters because the story is about education and health outcomes, not direct ci...
Why it matters: A recent study says attending an HBCU is linked to better long-term health for Black students. It matters because the story is about education and health outcomes, not direct ci...
A national right-wing PAC is flooding Wisconsin school board races with outside money. That matters because local school boards control real decisions about classrooms, budgets,...
Why it matters: A national right-wing PAC is flooding Wisconsin school board races with outside money. That matters because local school boards control real decisions about classrooms, budgets,...
Congress keeps running up America’s debt while pretending the problem is someone else’s fault. That matters because the longer lawmakers dodge real budget choices, the more they...
Why it matters: Congress keeps running up America’s debt while pretending the problem is someone else’s fault. That matters because the longer lawmakers dodge real budget choices, the more they...
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...
California’s recall rules could put a Republican in the governor’s office through a fast, strange election process. That matters because the rules themselves, not just the candi...
Why it matters: California’s recall rules could put a Republican in the governor’s office through a fast, strange election process. That matters because the rules themselves, not just the candi...
Sen. Cynthia Lummis has been confirmed as a speaker at Bitcoin 2026. It matters because she is also one of the main federal lawmakers shaping U.S. crypto rules. The move: Lummis...
Why it matters: Sen. Cynthia Lummis has been confirmed as a speaker at Bitcoin 2026. It matters because she is also one of the main federal lawmakers shaping U.S. crypto rules. The move: Lummis...
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...