In Illinois Senate Race, Old Grudges and a Test of Pritzker’s Power
Few policy differences have emerged among the Democrats vying to replace the retiring Senator Richard J. Durbin, while Gov. JB Pritzker’s influence looms large.
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Trump Policies Draw Outrage at May Day Protests Across the U.S.
Labor rallies in large cities swelled with demonstrators focused on immigration, education and worker’s rights. But protesters also rallied at small-town schools and city halls in Trump country.
Trump Resistance? It’s Not a Full Movement, but It’s Growing.
Despite lacking a unified message or strategy, Democrats, universities, law firms and other institutions are starting to push back harder against the administration.
Pritzker Thunders Against ‘Do Nothing’ Democrats as He Stokes 2028 Talk
In a fiery speech in New Hampshire, the Illinois governor railed against both President Trump and what he called the “simpering timidity” among some Democrats.
Trump Tests Democrats’ Resolve to Oppose vs. Their Desire to Compromise
Leaders in the party appear to have a subtle but fundamental disagreement: Should they oppose President Trump at every turn, or try to find some common ground?
Walz, Newsom and Buttigieg Are Among Democrats Stirring 2028 Presidential Chatter
Tim Walz was in Iowa. JB Pritzker’s heading to New Hampshire. Pete Buttigieg is keeping his options open. It’s far too early to run for president, but some Democrats seem to be exploring the idea.
In Crucial Judicial Race in Wisconsin, G.O.P. Now Has a Financial Edge
Two years ago, Democratic money carried a liberal jurist to victory and swung the state’s high court to the left. Now, Elon Musk and other wealthy donors have given Republicans a chance to swing it back.
Who Might Kamala Harris Pick as Her Running Mate?
The first big decision for Ms. Harris: Who will be her running mate if she is nominated by the Democratic Party to run for president in August.