Trump presents a midterm dilemma for Republicans: From the Politics Desk

Welcome to From the Politics Desk, a daily newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the campaign trail. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. In today’s edition, Jonathan Allen explores the delicate balance … Read more

Mississippi’s GOP governor drops election pledge in huge setback for Trump’s midterm plan

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Republicans hoping to hold the U.S. House hit a setback Wednesday when Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves indicated he will not immediately pursue redistricting following a critical Supreme Court ruling, as officials seek to oust the leader of Democrats’ January 6 probe. Following the Supreme Court’s “Callais” ruling … Read more

Democrats’ midterm push clouded by infighting over party keeping 2024 autopsy under wraps

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Democrats keep winning at the ballot box as the party works to win back congressional majorities in this year’s midterm elections. But despite a slew of electoral victories and overperformances in the more than 15 months since President Donald Trump returned to the White House, the party’s … Read more

From Nebraska to West Virginia to New Jersey: Primary clashes set stage for fierce midterm fight

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Tuesday is primary day in red-leaning Nebraska, where party showdowns for the House and Senate will tee up general election matchups in the battle for Congress. Meanwhile, in GOP-dominated West Virginia, establishment Sen. Shelley Moore Capito faces five Republican primary challenges, but enjoys the backing of President … Read more

Redistricting could prop up Republicans in the midterm elections

Redistricting could prop up Republicans in the midterm elections – CBS News Watch CBS News The battle over redistricting is swinging in favor of Republicans, giving them a built-in advantage to retain control of the House despite President Trump’s record-low approval rating. Aaron Navarro is at the White House with more. Source link

Democratic donors recruit influencers in midterm push

The progressive donor network Democracy Alliance is planning to invest tens of millions of dollars in new media and content creators. It’s a shift away from traditional media like broadcast television and paid advertisements. Democracy Alliance president Pamela Shifman joins “The Takeout” to explain the shift in strategy. Source link

‘Ohio is back’: Both parties navigate competitive midterm races in a forgotten battleground

CLEVELAND — Two hard facts hover over this year’s midterm races in Ohio. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. It’s been 20 years since the state last elected a Democrat as governor. And it’s been even longer since a Democrat not named Sherrod Brown has won … Read more

Vance makes Iowa debut with a midterm message: ‘This is not a normal election’

DES MOINES, Iowa — Vice President JD Vance took repeated shots at Democrats here Tuesday in a midterm-year effort to boost a vulnerable Republican congressman. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. “This is not a normal election,” Vance told a crowd of several hundred on the … Read more

Republicans fret over Iowa as tough midterm races develop

DES MOINES, Iowa — Vice President JD Vance lands here Tuesday in an effort to boost the re-election campaign of Rep. Zach Nunn — the latest development that underscores Republicans’ midterm jitters in a state that has moved to the right in recent years. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free … Read more