Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell denies sexually assaulting former staffer

Washington — Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell, who is running for California governor, denied allegations that he sexually assaulted a former staffer.   “These allegations are false and come on the eve of an election against the frontrunner for governor,” Swalwell said in a statement. “For nearly 20 years, I have served the public — as … Read more

Why a Maine farmer is beating Schumer-backed candidate in Democratic Senate primary polls

Why a Maine farmer is beating Schumer-backed candidate in Democratic Senate primary polls – CBS News Watch CBS News Bloomberg’s Mario Parker and Axios’ Alex Isenstadt join “The Takeout” to discuss the midterms, Melania Trump and more. Source link

Trump posts graphic video of deadly hammer attack, blames Democratic immigration policies

President Donald Trump posted a graphic video Thursday night showing a man smashing an SUV parked outside a Florida gas station with a hammer and then using the hammer to bludgeon a woman who exited the attached convenience store to confront him. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and … Read more

Democratic focus group calls party ‘weak,’ ‘spineless’ and ‘floundering’

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Democratic focus group calls party ‘weak,’ ‘spineless’ and ‘floundering’ 06:35 UP NEXT Netanyahu adviser says attacks on Hezbollah will continue after Trump call to scale back 28:12 Kornacki: Georgia special election shows ‘massive shift away from Republicans’ despite … Read more

‘We got our butts kicked’: Republicans reckon with Democratic success ahead of the midterms

MADISON, Wis. — The bluntest assessment of Republican failures during this week’s elections in Wisconsin came from one of their own. “We got our butts kicked,” said U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, who is running for governor. He was referring to Democratic victories in campaigns for the Wisconsin Supreme Court and the mayor’s office in Waukesha, … Read more

Focus groups: Dissatisfied Democratic voters hunt for winners to pull the party forward

Some Democratic voters may be down on their party, but they’re still heavily engaged in the 2026 elections and are prioritizing electability when thinking about upcoming primaries, according to focus group conversations with Democrats in Maine and Michigan. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Both states … Read more

Democratic presidential hopefuls gather for National Action Network Convention

Democratic presidential hopefuls gather for National Action Network Convention – CBS News Watch CBS News Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear and former Vice President Kamala Harris are all participating in the 2026 National Action Network Convention in New York City. CBS News’ Fin Gómez has more. Source link

Democratic presidential prospects flock to New York

NEW YORK — The Democratic Party’s most ambitious politicians are courting African American activists in New York this week as the party’s unofficial 2028 presidential nomination contest takes shape at an annual conference led by Rev. Al Sharpton. Up first was Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro, who warned that “everyone is less safe” because of President … 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