Snubbed by Trump, GOP candidates fighting for re-election act like they have his backing anyway

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! President Donald Trump‘s overall poll numbers are sliding, but among Republicans, the president’s approval ratings remain sky-high. Trump’s grip on a Republican Party he reshaped over the past decade remains extremely firm, and his endorsements in GOP primaries are highly influential. “The Trump endorsement is king in … Read more

AIPAC may be a new litmus test for Democratic candidates. Leaders say voters’ heads are elsewhere.

NEW ORLEANS — In rapid succession on Friday, three people stood from seats to disrupt a Democratic National Committee meeting, protesting U.S. funding of Israel and chiding the chair for breaking a promise of transparency. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. “Why you afraid of AIPAC?” … Read more

Police responded to a report of a ‘domestic dispute’ at Ohio governor candidate’s home in 2019

COLUMBUS, Ohio — In August 2019, police in Bexley, Ohio, responded to a report of a “domestic dispute” at the home of Dr. Amy Acton. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Acton — then the director of the state’s Department of Health, now a Democratic candidate … Read more

Democratic Senate candidate’s events with Hasan Piker exposes party rift in Michigan

Division within the Democratic Party over Israel was highlighted in Michigan Tuesday when left-wing podcaster Hasan Piker campaigned with Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed at Michigan State University and the University of Michigan.  El-Sayed’s decision to campaign with Piker has drawn scrutiny from across the political spectrum given comments the popular streamer has made on … Read more

California 2026 governor candidates discuss gas prices, environmental policy

As California voters prepare to choose their next governor in 2026, energy policy — particularly the future of oil production, refineries and gas prices — has remained a central and complex issue in the race. California gas prices are the highest in the nation and are projected to rise as oil refineries leave the state. For … Read more

Dem Senate candidate’s job listing invites applicants of any ‘citizenship status’ to apply for top role

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Rep. Haley Stevens, D-Mich., who is running in a crowded Democratic primary for Senate, posted a job listing for her campaign, encouraging applicants of “any … immigration” or “citizenship status” to apply.   The position listed is for a political chief of staff position. Like many application … Read more

California governor debate canceled after criticism of criteria that excluded candidates of color

A California gubernatorial debate was canceled just hours before it was set to occur on Tuesday after mounting criticism that only white candidates in the crowded field had qualified for the event. The criteria to participate in the debate, which was set to be co-sponsored by the University of Southern California and the Los Angeles … Read more

Which Illinois primary candidates spent the most money per vote in the 2026 election?

The road to the U.S. Capitol proved to be very expensive for some candidates in the Illinois primary elections. Ads, mailers and other campaign elements can cost millions. The CBS News Data Team analyzed vote totals and dollars spent by the top candidates and made some fascinating discoveries. In the race for U.S. Senate, the … Read more

Illinois holds primary elections as candidates race to fill Sen. Dick Durbin’s seat

Illinois holds primary elections as candidates race to fill Sen. Dick Durbin’s seat – CBS News Watch CBS News Illinois is holding primary elections on Tuesday that will help determine who will fill retiring Sen. Dick Durbin’s seat. CBS News’ Aaron Navarro has more. Source link