Election Coverage
Ocasio-Cortez Marks Political Stance in Michigan Senate Race
The race for the open Senate seat in Michigan has divided Democrats as they approach the primary on August 4. A significant political development occurred when Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez endorsed a candidate in this tightly
AOC Backs Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan Democratic Senate Primary
Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez supports former Wayne County health director Abdul El-Sayed in the Michigan Democratic Senate primary. The New York Times first reported this endorsement as one of the progressive congresswoman’s significant actions this midterm
Republicans Dismiss Trump’s Criticism on Mail-in Ballots
Republican leaders are disregarding President Trump’s strong disapproval of mail-in ballots. They express confidence that GOP voters won’t be deterred from using this voting method. This week, the Supreme Court ruled that mail-in ballots postmarked
Judge Halts Trump’s Mail-in Ballot Order Nationwide
A federal judge has prevented the U.S. Postal Service from implementing an executive order concerning mail-in ballots. This decision came on Wednesday when President Donald Trump directed that ballots be transmitted only if states first
Peter Thiel Discusses Political and Economic Trends at Aspen Institute
At the Aspen Institute’s Ideas Festival in Aspen, Colorado, billionaire Peter Thiel addressed the audience with concerns about current political shifts, notably within the Democratic Party. He warned that democratic socialists are exerting more influence,
Republicans Plan Unprecedented National Convention to Boost Midterm Turnout
President Donald Trump has announced that Republicans will conduct their first-ever national convention before the November midterm elections. This unusual event is aimed at increasing voter turnout for races that will decide if the party
Democratic Socialists Gain Ground in Congressional Primaries
The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) are expanding their influence across the United States. Recently, DSA-aligned candidates achieved significant wins in congressional primaries, challenging established contenders. Denver Upset: Melat Kiros, a former attorney and a
Melat Kiros Unseats Longtime Incumbent in Denver
Melat Kiros, a 29-year-old democratic socialist, has made a significant impact by defeating Representative Diana DeGette in the Denver area Democratic primary. Her victory highlights the growing strength of the progressive wing of the Democratic
Democratic Incumbent Loses to DSA-Backed Challenger in Colorado
Rep. Diana DeGette, a Democrat from Colorado and a 30-year incumbent, faced a surprising defeat in a primary election. Melat Kiros, a 29-year-old socialist candidate supported by the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), emerged victorious
Incumbents Face Tough Primary Season in 2026 Elections
The current primary season is proving challenging for incumbents in Congress. Diana DeGette from Colorado recently became the latest to lose her bid for renomination in the 2026 midterm elections, as reported by Decision Desk