Politics
Scott Digital Victory Fund Raised Over $1.11M Through May
The Scott Digital Victory Fund, a joint fundraising committee registered with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) under ID C00899757, raised $1.11 million...
Cam Rios Becomes Digital Director for Sen. John Cornyn
Cam Rios has been promoted to Digital Director for Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX), a position the staffer assumed on June 1, 2026.
Raven Calloway Joins Pou as Press Secretary and Digital Director
Raven Calloway has joined Rep. Nellie Pou's office as Press Secretary and Digital Director, according to staffing records. The position began on June 1, 2026.
Luke Bronin Defeats 14-Term Rep. John Larson in Connecticut Primary
Former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin's victory over 14-term incumbent Rep. John Larson in Connecticut's Democratic primary Tuesday night sent another jolt...
Flanagan Wins Minnesota Democratic Senate Primary
Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan won the Democratic Senate primary on Aug. 11, defeating moderate U.S. Rep. Angie Craig in a race for the seat being...
Francesca Hong Loses Wisconsin Democratic Primary to David Crowley
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley pulled off a narrow upset Tuesday in Wisconsin's Democratic gubernatorial primary, defeating state Rep. Francesca...
NAACP Legal Defense Fund Increases Voting Rights Lobbying Spending
The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund (NAACP LDF) ramped up its lobbying activity in the second quarter of 2026, spending $120,000 on federal...
Democratic Primaries in Four States Test Party's Ideological Divide
Voters in Wisconsin, Minnesota, Vermont and Connecticut are heading to the polls Tuesday in a set of primary elections that have emerged as the next major...
GAO Finds DOGE's $110 Billion In Claimed Savings Is Unsupported
The Trump administration's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) claimed to save taxpayers $110 billion through terminations and modifications of...
1. Stalled Ukraine Peace Talks Amid Policy Tensions 2. Congress Constrains Administration's Russia-Ukraine Diplomatic Strategy 3. Territorial Demands Block Russia-Ukraine Peace Settlement
A recent CRS report examining diplomatic efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war reveals a stalled peace process and mounting tensions between the Trump...
Melissa Martinez Promoted to Press Secretary for Rep. Stansbury
Melissa Martinez has moved into the role of Press Secretary for Rep. Melanie A. Stansbury, beginning July 1, 2026. The position represents a step up from...
Trump Endorsement Tests Its Power in South Carolina
South Carolina Republicans head to the polls Tuesday to choose a replacement for the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, and the central question is whether President...
The 119th Congress: Hard at Work
The 119th Congress is on track to potentially pass more bills than its predecessor. Within its first 534 days, the current Congress has enacted 101 bills...
Ben Deeter Named Communications Director for Rep. Rudy Yakym
Ben Deeter has stepped into the role of Communications Director for Rep. Rudy Yakym, beginning his position on June 1, 2026. Deeter moves into the Indiana...
Trump Administration Proposes Expanding Remote Firearm Transfers
A recent CRS report on the Trump Administration's proposed changes to remote firearm purchases and transfers highlights a fundamental shift in how firearms...
Jordan-Isaiah Toyos Moves Into New Role with Sen. Gallego
Jordan-Isaiah Toyos has stepped into a new position as Southern Arizona Director in the office of Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ), beginning July 1, 2026. The...
Olivia Vuljaj Promoted to Deputy Press Secretary in Rep. McClain's Office
Olivia M. Vuljaj has been promoted to Deputy Press Secretary in the office of Rep. Lisa C. McClain, beginning August 1, 2026. The role marks a step up for...
Protect Freedom PAC Is All-In on One Florida Race
Protect Freedom Political Action Committee (Protect Freedom PAC) has directed its entire 2026 independent expenditure program toward a single congressional...