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March 19, 2025 at 7:15 PM
DNC launches billboards asking public to demand town halls from GOP representatives
The DNC is launching billboards in GOP districts to encourage people to call for town halls from their representatives after some Republicans stopped holding town halls.
March 19, 2025 at 7:15 PM
March 19, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Schumer defends vote to avert shutdown and his position as Senate Democratic leader
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer defends his vote with Republicans to keep the government open and his position as leader in an appearance on “The View” on Tuesday.
March 19, 2025 at 5:01 PM
March 18, 2025 at 6:44 PM
Longtime Harris supporters torn on possible 2028 presidential run
Many of former Vice President Kamala Harris' long-time national supporters told ABC News they are lukewarm on a potential 2028 presidential run.
March 18, 2025 at 6:44 PM
March 18, 2025 at 9:36 AM
DNC to make first major post-election investment into Wisconsin Supreme Court race
The Democratic National Committee is set to announce its earliest-ever new election cycle investment in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race.
March 18, 2025 at 9:36 AM
March 17, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Sen. Chuck Schumer's book tour postponed for 'security concerns' amid funding debate
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's three planned book tour events scheduled for this week have abruptly been postponed as of Monday morning.
March 17, 2025 at 6:27 PM
March 16, 2025 at 11:55 PM
Democrats need to stop infighting 'as quickly as we can': Sen. Whitehouse
Democratic Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse said Republicans forced Democrats to have to choose between supporting a funding bill or enduring more cuts to the federal government.
March 16, 2025 at 11:55 PM
March 16, 2025 at 10:20 PM
Democrats need to stop ‘intramural fighting and bleeding’ quickly: Sen. Whitehouse
ABC News’ Martha Raddatz interviews Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., on “This Week.”
March 16, 2025 at 10:20 PM
March 16, 2025 at 10:18 PM
Democrats ‘didn't have a strategy going into the CR’: Donna Brazile
The Powerhouse Roundtable breaks down the latest news on “This Week.”
March 16, 2025 at 10:18 PM
March 15, 2025 at 1:24 AM
House Democratic leader Jeffries pushes back on divisions with Senate Democrats
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries tussled with reporters Friday, pushing back against the notion that the Democratic Party is fractured.
March 15, 2025 at 1:24 AM
March 14, 2025 at 9:27 PM
House Democratic leader Jeffries pushes back on divisions with Senate Democrats
Even so, he declined to express support for Senate Democratic Leader Schumer.
March 14, 2025 at 9:27 PM
March 14, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Schumer spending bill fallout a symptom of disjointed Democratic strategy: ANALYSIS
If Democrats want to mount a fight, it would require coherent collective strategy.
March 14, 2025 at 7:40 PM
March 14, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Dem congressman ‘disappointed’ by senators who plan to vote for funding bill
Rep. Gabe Amo, D-R.I., says Democrats have a “lever to get Republicans to behave better in a bipartisan way.”
March 14, 2025 at 4:18 PM
March 13, 2025 at 5:29 PM
Pete Buttigieg won't seek Senate, governor jobs amid presidential bid speculation
Buttigieg's announcement comes as Democrats grapple both with being locked out of power in Washington and the prospect of defending multiple key Senate seats in the 2026 midterms.
March 13, 2025 at 5:29 PM
March 13, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Pete Buttigieg won't seek Senate, governor jobs amid presidential bid speculation
Pete Buttigieg announced that he will not run for U.S. Senate or governor in the state of Michigan, potentially clearing the way to mount a run for president in 2028.
March 13, 2025 at 4:23 PM
March 12, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen will not seek reelection in New Hampshire
Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire has decided not to seek reelection next year
March 12, 2025 at 2:45 PM
March 11, 2025 at 9:59 AM
Garlin Gilchrist announces Democratic bid to become Michigan's first Black governor
Michigan Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist II is running to become the state's next Democratic governor
March 11, 2025 at 9:59 AM
March 10, 2025 at 10:18 PM
Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna eyes anti-corruption agenda in bid to reform party
California Rep. Ro Khanna is not only taking stock of the Democrats' stinging defeat last fall, but also taking shots at his own political party.
March 10, 2025 at 10:18 PM
March 10, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Democrats introduce bill forcing Trump administration to rehire fired veterans
Democrats want to force President Donald Trump's administration to rehire veterans who were laid off amid efforts to reshape the federal government and its workforce.
March 10, 2025 at 10:30 AM
March 9, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Democrats' uncoordinated response to Trump speech a 'mistake': Sen. Schiff
ABC News’ Jonathan Karl interviews Sen. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., on "This Week."
March 9, 2025 at 10:58 PM
March 6, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Democrats respond to Trump’s address
Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Mich., gave the Democratic response to President Trump’s address on Tuesday night. She shares the latest today on "GMA3."
March 6, 2025 at 9:38 PM
March 6, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Rep. Al Green speaks on the House floor after being censured
Rep. Al Green speaks on the House floor after being censured, says he disrupted Pres. Trump's speech over concerns his administration will cut Medicaid.
March 6, 2025 at 7:01 PM
March 5, 2025 at 5:16 AM
FULL SPEECH: Democratic response to Trump's address to joint session of Congress
Elissa Slotkin, a first-term senator from Michigan, delivered the Democratic response following President Trump's joint address to Congress on Tuesday.
March 5, 2025 at 5:16 AM
March 5, 2025 at 4:54 AM
Who is Elissa Slotkin, the senator giving the Democratic response to Trump?
Elissa Slotkin, who will deliver the Democrats' response to Trump's address to Congress, is a former CIA agent who served three tours in Iraq before running for Congress.
March 5, 2025 at 4:54 AM
March 5, 2025 at 2:45 AM
What Democrats are expecting ahead of Trump’s address to Congress
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Democratic strategist Donna Brazile on President Donald Trump’s approval rating ahead of his speech to Congress and what Americans can expect.
March 5, 2025 at 2:45 AM
March 5, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Here are the Democrats skipping Trump's joint address to Congress
Several Democrats have said they do not plan to attend President Donald Trump's joint address to Congress on Tuesday.
March 5, 2025 at 12:30 AM
March 4, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Senate Democrats slam Social Security job cuts, attack Musk calling it 'Ponzi scheme'
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer called the benefits system is "at risk."
March 4, 2025 at 9:38 PM
March 4, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Backdrop for Trump's speech to Congress is a potential government shutdown
A government shutdown looms as Trump addresses a joint session of Congress, where he’s sure to face a divided audience following his effort to slash the government.
March 4, 2025 at 6:59 PM
March 4, 2025 at 6:04 AM
Who is Sen. Elissa Slotkin?
Democratic freshman Sen. Elissa Slotkin of Michigan is a former CIA agent who worked as a Middle East analyst and served three tours in Iraq.
March 4, 2025 at 6:04 AM
February 27, 2025 at 12:26 PM
House Democrats take aim at $TRUMP crypto meme coin
A California Democrat plans to introduce the Modern Emoluments and Malfeasance Enforcement Act, or MEME Act, on Thursday.
February 27, 2025 at 12:26 PM
February 25, 2025 at 1:25 AM
Democrats outline playbook to target House Republicans on Medicaid, budget and DOGE
Democrats to target vulnerable House Republicans by highlighting potential cuts to Medicaid, other federal spending in the budget GOP lawmakers hope to vote on this week.
February 25, 2025 at 1:25 AM
1 month ago
‘We have not heard from Elon’ about DOGE : Rep. Crockett
Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, says she “wants some analysis” from Elon Musk about how he’s advising President Trump on government efficiency.
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Mayor Adams’ cooperation with Trump administration is 'very disturbing': Jeffries
ABC News’ Jonathan Karl interviews House Minority Leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., on “This Week.”
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Democratic senators want more details on costs and impact of border mission
Democratic senators want more details on the costs and impact of the border mission and migrant detentions at Guantanamo.
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Democrats fight shutdown of consumer watchdog agency
The letter vowing to protect CFPB was signed by all Senate Democrats and the two independents.
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Trump says he wants to get rid of the CFPB. Dems vow to defend it
President Donald Trump has said the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau was "very important to get rid of."
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Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy warns of Trump's 'assault on the Constitution'
In an interview on ABC News' "This Week" on Sunday, Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy warned of an "assault on the Constitution" under President Donald Trump.
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House Democrats launch bill to block Musk accessing personal and financial data
Senate Democrats announced a bill that would curb Elon Musk from accessing Americans' personal data, but they'll need Republican help to pass it.
1 month ago
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Democrats threaten to obstruct Trump's agenda over Musk's DOGE efforts
Democratic lawmakers protested Elon Musk’s sweeping influence over the government with protests, proposed legislation and other attempts to obstruct Trump's agenda.
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2 months ago
'A contract against America': Jeffries slams draft GOP tax plans
House Democratic Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries strongly criticized Republicans’ reported plans for a tax bill that would slash Medicaid and impose tariffs.
2 months ago
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Duckworth slams defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth
Illinois Sen. Tammy Duckworth, an Iraq war veteran, serves on the Senate Armed Services Committee.
2 months ago
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Ken Martin slammed by DNC candidates for 'inflated whip counts'
Leading candidates for the Democratic National Committee chair election said front-runner Ken Martin's claim that he has the support of 200 members is inflated.
2 months ago
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Democrats aren't alone — incumbent parties have lost elections all around the world
Democrats were just one of the many incumbent parties around the globe that lost ground in 2024 elections.
2 months ago
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What 8 potential Kamala Harris VP picks bring to the table
Breaking down eight possible candidates for Kamala Harris's VP pick.
2 months ago
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'Homegrown rising star': Justin Bibb tapped to lead Democratic Mayors Association
The Democratic Mayors Association will appoint Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb as its next president during its meeting on Saturday, a source familiar told ABC News.
2 months ago
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Democrats urge Garland to release Jack Smith's report on Trump's classified docs case
House Democrats are urging Merrick Garland to take all necessary steps to release special counsel Jack Smith's report on Donald Trump's handling of classified documents.
2 months ago
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Senate Democrats urge Garland to preserve evidence from Trump investigations
Senate Democrats want the DOJ to preserve all records related to special counsel Jack Smith's probes into Donald Trump, they wrote in a letter obtained by ABC News.
2 months ago
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Democrats vie for top DNC job in first officer forum
The DNC held the first of four officer forums, and candidates for top leadership roles laid out their platforms and strategies for the party.
2 months ago
3 months ago
Marianne Williamson launches bid for DNC chair
Williamson, a spiritual leader and author, ran two Democratic presidential campaigns in 2020 and 2024.
3 months ago
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Marianne Williamson, 2-time Dem presidential candidate, launches bid for DNC chair
Williamson is calling for a reinvention of the Democrat party.
3 months ago
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House Democrats push to exonerate civil rights leader Marcus Garvey
The Jamaican-born Garvey was convicted of mail fraud in 1923 and served two years in prison.
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