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8 minutes ago

Education secretary hijacks House Democrats' presser after closed-door meeting

Education Secretary Linda McMahon interrupted a press conference by House Democrats to give an impromptu statement after they met in a closed-door meeting.
8 minutes ago
Education Secretary Linda McMahon during a press conference outside of the Department of Education in Washington, D.C., April 2, 2025.
April 3, 2025 at 12:37 AM

Democrats vow to fight Trump tariffs 'tooth and nail' and slam 'chaotic trade war'

"Trump's done a lot of bad things. This is way up there," Chuck Schumer said of the administration's tariff policy.
April 3, 2025 at 12:37 AM
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer speaks during a press conference to address tariffs set to be imposed by President Donald Trump on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., on April 2, 2025.
April 2, 2025 at 2:38 PM

Fla., Wis. races are possible glimpses into how midterms may be approached: ANALYSIS

If Elon Musk continues to intervene in elections in a similar fashion, Democrats may have a winning playbook to replicate.
April 2, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Democrat-backed Wisconsin Supreme Court candidate Judge Susan Crawford reacts after voters elected her to the state Supreme Court, at her election night headquarters in Madison, Wisconsin, April 1, 2025.
April 2, 2025 at 11:26 AM

Democrats' win in Wisconsin court race also is a big loss for Elon Musk

The Democrats' victory in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race is a big loss for Elon Musk
April 2, 2025 at 11:26 AM
Elon Musk speaks at a town hall Sunday, March 30, 2025, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Jeffrey Phelps)
April 2, 2025 at 9:27 AM

Democrats intro bill to protect State Department from DOGE cuts

A new proposal on Capitol Hill takes aim at DOGE while proposing guardrails to reassert congressional oversight authority over the executive branch.
April 2, 2025 at 9:27 AM
U.S. Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D-CA) speaks during the We Choose To Fight: Nobody Elected Elon Rally at the U.S. Department Of The Treasury on February 04, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Jemal Countess/Getty Images for MoveOn)
April 1, 2025 at 5:46 PM

Booker stages Senate filibuster to protest 'crisis' he says Trump and Musk created

Sen. Cory Booker has been staging a filibuster for more than 12 hours in protest of President Donald Trump and Elon Musk.
April 1, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Sen. Cory Booker has been staging a filibuster for more than 12 hours in protest of President Donald Trump and Elon Musk.
April 1, 2025 at 3:36 PM

Democrats renew push to expand IVF access for military service members

Congressional Democrats are renewing their push to expand in vitro fertilization access for military service members and veterans.
April 1, 2025 at 3:36 PM
In vitro fertilization or IVF
March 31, 2025 at 3:44 PM

Georgia Democrat Lucy McBath suspends 2026 run for governor, citing husband's cancer

Georgia U.S. Rep. Lucy McBath says she’s suspending her exploratory 2026 bid for governor, casting uncertainty on the Democratic field
March 31, 2025 at 3:44 PM
FILE - Rep. Lucy McBath D-Ga., discusses Congressional Black Caucus priorities for the 119th Congress and the Trump administration, Dec. 4, 2024, on Capitol Hill in Washington. (AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib, file)
March 31, 2025 at 11:56 AM

Democratic base's anger puts some party leaders on shaky ground

The Democratic base is angry
March 31, 2025 at 11:56 AM
President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden smile in the East Room of the White House in Washington, Tuesday, March 23, 2010, before the president signed the health care bill. (AP Photo/Charles Dharapak)
March 28, 2025 at 12:18 PM

Democrats push to emphasize 'fight' post-Signal scandal. Is that enough?: ANALYSIS

In a climate where wins have been hard to come by, Democrats went on offense amid outrage over the Signal group chat in which Trump officials discussed a U.S. strike.
March 28, 2025 at 12:18 PM
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries speaks during a press conference at the US Capitol in Washington, Mar. 14, 2025.
March 26, 2025 at 11:55 PM

Republicans accuse NPR, PBS of bias at hearing; Democrats say its a partisan attack

The hearing was held by the Delivering on Government Efficiency subcommittee.
March 26, 2025 at 11:55 PM
U.S. Rep. Robert Garcia (D-CA) speaks in front of poster of Sesame Street's Bert and Ernie during a House Oversight and Government Reform Committee hearing at the U.S. Capitol on March 26, 2025 in Washington, DC.
March 26, 2025 at 9:03 PM

Rep. Crockett defends 'Governor Hot Wheels' comments about Abbott amid censure threat

Rep. Jasmine Crockett is now claiming that her comments referring to Gov. Greg Abbott as "Governor Hot Wheels" were not about his disability but "his terrible policies."
March 26, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Rep. Jasmine Crockett speaks onstage during Human Rights Campaign's 2025 Los Angeles Dinner at Fairmont Century Plaza on March 22, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.
March 26, 2025 at 11:44 AM

'Extreme alarm': Democrats demand answers after Signal chat firestorm

Top Senate Democrats wrote a letter to President Donald Trump seeking more information about reports that his cabinet members used Signal to discuss "sensitive" plans.
March 26, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer is interviewed at the Capitol in Washington, Mar. 14, 2025.
March 25, 2025 at 11:39 AM

Democrats react to Hegseth inadvertently sharing war plans via unsecure chat platform

After the Trump administration inadvertently added Jeffrey Goldberg, editor-in-chief of The Atlantic, to an unsecured chat about war plans, Democrats expressed outrage.
March 25, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth leaves the House chamber after U.S. President Donald Trump addressed a joint session of Congress at the U.S. Capitol on March 04, 2025 in Washington, DC.
March 25, 2025 at 10:10 AM

Democrats host town halls to fire up supporters -- but is their message resonating?

Town halls are among the strategies that Democrats are using to try to get their base fired up against the Trump White House.
March 25, 2025 at 10:10 AM
Carole and David Ostfeld of Allentown, PA, wait in line for a Democratic “People’s Town Hall” in Bethlehem, PA on March 20, 2025, with a sign that says “Hands Off Medicaid”.
March 23, 2025 at 3:59 PM

Ex-NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio on the current state of the Democratic Party

Former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio joins ABC News Live to discuss the future of the Democratic Party.
March 23, 2025 at 3:59 PM
VIDEO: Ex-NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio on the current state of the Democratic Party
March 23, 2025 at 12:18 AM

Democrats seizing on constituents’ anger at Republican town hall meetings

The Democratic National Committee is encouraging people to call for town halls from their elected representatives after some Republicans allegedly stopped holding public town halls.
March 23, 2025 at 12:18 AM
The Democratic National Committee is encouraging people to call for town halls from their elected representatives after some Republicans allegedly stopped holding public town halls.
March 22, 2025 at 7:31 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 22, 2025 at 7:31 PM
 Ken Martin, DNC Chair Candidate, speaks at the "Win With Workers" Rally and Press Conference at the DNC Midwestern Candidate Forum, Jan. 16, 2025, in Detroit.
March 22, 2025 at 3:32 AM

The Big Story: Musk visits Pentagon, Democrats rally for answers in Trump era

President Donald Trump denied a report that Elon Musk was set to be briefed on potential China war plans while visiting the Pentagon.
March 22, 2025 at 3:32 AM
VIDEO: The Big Story: Musk visits Pentagon, Democrats rally for answers in Trump era
March 21, 2025 at 7:47 PM

Rep. Crow on the future of Democratic party

Congressman Jason Crow, D-Colo., discusses what the Democratic party should be doing at this moment that it’s not doing now.
March 21, 2025 at 7:47 PM
VIDEO: Rep. Crow on the future of Democratic party
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
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer appears on "The View" on March 18. 2025.
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
Kamala Harris met with Senior White House and Administration officials, January 9, 2025.
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
Wisconsin Supreme Court candidates Brad Schimel and Susan Crawford participate in a debate, March 12, 2025, in Milwaukee.
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
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer gives a television interview, at the Capitol in Washington, March 14, 2025.
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
Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse speaks with ABC News on This Week.
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
VIDEO: 1-on-1 with Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse
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
VIDEO: Democrats ‘didn't have a strategy going into the CR’: Donna Brazile
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
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries tussled with reporters Friday, pushing back against the notion that the Democratic Party is fractured.
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
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries speaks at a press conference with U.S. Rep. Pete Aguilar on Capitol Hill in Washington, Mar. 14, 2025.
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
Sen. Charles Schumer, D-N.Y., speaks to reporters on Capitol Hill, Mar. 11, 2025, in Washington.
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
VIDEO: Dem congressman ‘disappointed’ by senators who plan to vote for funding bill
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
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 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
Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg speaks to questions during a news conference at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport November 21, 2024 in Arlington, Virginia.
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
Rep. Ro Khanna at the Capitol, Dec. 4, 2024.
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
In this Feb. 5, 2013, file photo, the seal of the US Department of Veterans Affairs is seen in an auditorium at the Department of Veterans Affairs in Washingto, D.C.
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
Sen. Adam Schiff appears on the ABC News show, This Week, Mar. 9, 2025.
1 month ago

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."
1 month ago
VIDEO: Democrats respond to Trump’s address
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
Rep. Al Green speaks on the House floor after being censured
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
FULL SPEECH: Democratic response to Trump's address to joint session of Congress
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
Sen. Elissa Slotkin speaks during a hearing at the Capitol in Washington, DC, Jan. 14, 2025.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
What Democrats are expecting ahead of Trump’s address to Congress
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez speaks with reporters after a House Democratic Caucus meeting on Capitol Hill, Feb. 11, 2025, in Washington, D.C. | Senator Chris Murphy is seen in the Capitol Building in Washington D.C., on Feb. 20, 2025.
1 month ago

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."
1 month ago
Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer holds a news conference about Social Security with Sen. Patty Murray, Sen. Ron Wyden and Sen. Amy Klobuchar at the U.S. Capitol, Mar. 3, 2025 in Washington.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
President Donald Trump arrives to speak to members of the media in the Roosevelt Room of the White House, Mar. 3, 2025 in Washington.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
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.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
A U.S. flag flies near the dome of the US Capitol in Washington, D.C., Feb. 25, 2025.
1 month ago

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.
1 month ago
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries holds a press conference at the U.S. Capitol, Feb. 7, 2025 in Washington.
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.
1 month ago
VIDEO: ‘We have not heard from Elon’ about DOGE : Rep. Crockett
2 months ago

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.”
2 months ago
VIDEO: 1-on-1 with Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.)
2 months ago

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.
2 months ago
US Marine Corps deployed at the southern border in San Diego, reinforce the US-Mexico border wall as pictured from Colonia Libertad in Tijuana, Baja California state, Mexico on February 5, 2025.