RFK Jr assailed over ‘wildly racist tirade’ about Arabs at Michigan campaign stop US health secretary falsely claims at Mike Rogers rally that Arabs have never won major prizes in science or literature The Guardian - US · Oct 28
Michigan Father of Three Dies in Fiery Crash After Attempted ICE Stop as Police Investigate Mario David Coronado Juarez died after his car crashed into a tree and caught fire in Grand Rapids, Michigan, following an attempted ICE stop, prompting an independent investigation. International Business Times UK · Sep 25
Man tried to flee ICE agents in Grand Rapids, crashed into tree, and died on the spot. Dem lawmaker says: ‘No traffic stop should end with a fatality’ "Something went wrong, and we need to know what and how." We Got This Covered · Sep 23
Members renew proxy voting push ahead of next Congress By the time Brittany Pettersen’s son was 6 months old, he’d taken 24 flights. The Colorado Democrat’s son is no world traveler — his time on planes as an infant was spent with Pettersen flying back and forth to Washington for votes. As the House considers potential rules changes for… Roll Call · Sep 2
Michigan Democrats want to fight Trump. First they have to stop fighting each other Michigan Democrats face internal divisions over the cost of living and political issues. Disputes over Israel and antisemitism are complicating party unity efforts. Some Democrats have withheld support for Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed. El-Sayed's association with a controversial commentator has drawn significant criticism. Party leaders aim to unify and focus… The Economic Times · Aug 27
Orthographic glitterati? Press beat politicians at annual spelling bee On a muggy Wednesday evening, a raucous crowd gathered to cheer on politicos as they competed in what has become a beloved Washington tradition. It wasn’t the Congressional Baseball Game, which was being held across town the same night. But the rivalry was no less fierce at the National Press… Roll Call · Jun 11
Ratings changes: 9 House races move toward Democrats ANALYSIS — Three months after Inside Elections shifted a dozen House race ratings toward Democrats, nine more are moving the same way as Republicans look to defend their narrow House majority. The national atmosphere remains tough for the GOP. Historical midterm trends, President Donald Trump’s negative job approval rating and… Roll Call · Mar 18
House passes bill to allow FERC to keep power plants from closing - Roll Call The bill would let the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission require retiring power plants stay open if closure could pose reliability issues. Roll Call · Dec 16, 2025
Good news for House Democrats in latest round of race rating changes - Roll Call The latest race rating changes by Inside Elections mean good news for House Democrats, with 16 contests moving their way. Roll Call · Dec 9, 2025
December brings reelection reflection — and safety fears - Roll Call After an influx of money for new security programs, members still describe fears and tough conversations with their families. Roll Call · Dec 3, 2025
Trump’s $9B clawback against PBS and NPR may have bought him a post-summer government shutdown President has circumvented the government appropriations process and that may heap pain on him come fall The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2025
Rep. Don Beyer buzzes to spelling bee win - Roll Call “I’ve read too much poetry,” says the Virginia Democrat, who was back on top at the press vs. politicians contest after recent runner-up finishes. Roll Call · Jun 26, 2025
Congress reviews security boost after deadly Minnesota shooting Lawmakers cite rising threats and hit list naming Democrats as calls grow for more protection The Guardian - US · Jun 17, 2025
Many lawmakers on list of suspected Minnesota shooter vow not to bow down From a legislator in downtown Minneapolis to a veteran Ohio congresswoman, many lawmakers included in the suspected Minnesota gunman’s list of targets are vowing not to bow down The Independent UK · Jun 17, 2025
Roll Call · May 7, 2025 Being a mom in Congress is hard. But it doesn’t have to be, members say - Roll Call “I really felt like I was building the wheel,” recalls Rep. Linda Sánchez, one of only 13 voting members to ever give birth while in Congress.
Roll Call · Mar 27, 2025 At the Races: Spring fever - Roll Call Catch up on the political news of the past week in the latest At the Races newsletter, including special elections and repeat candidates.
Roll Call · Aug 7, 2024 Michigan sets matchups in Senate race, House battlegrounds - Roll Call Michigan primaries set matchups for an open Senate seat, two open House seats and other races on the November battleground.
Top News · Jul 18, 2024 Rep. Scholten Excluded From Biden Campaign Effort, Later Welcomed Back Tension between Rep. Hillary Scholten and President Biden's allies over her call for him to step away from re-election seems to have eased, with Scholten b...
Roll Call · Jul 12, 2024 These Democrats have called on Biden to quit the race - Roll Call Democrats publicly urging Joe Biden to end his campaign include both ranking members on key committees and candidates in battleground seats.
Al Jazeera · Jul 12, 2024 Biden’s election crisis: What happens if the US president loses support? More Democrats are calling on Biden to drop out of the race, but the US president has remained defiant against critics.
Top News · Jul 11, 2024 Rep. Scholten Calls On Biden To Withdraw From 2024 Race Rep. Hillary Scholten joins calls for Biden to withdraw from 2024 race, sparking debate within Democratic Party.
Roll Call · Jul 11, 2024 Murky situation continues after Senate Democrats huddle with Biden campaign brass Senate Democrats did not call for President Biden to end his reelection bid after a Thursday meeting with his campaign aides.
Top News · Jul 11, 2024 Democratic Rep. Scholten Calls For Biden To Step Aside Democratic Representative Hillary Scholten joins House Democrats in calling for President Biden to step aside. Growing pressure on Biden administration ove...
Top News · Jul 9, 2024 House Democrats Divided Over Support For Biden In 2024 House Democrats show mixed views on endorsing President Biden for the 2024 election, highlighting party divisions and uncertainties.
Axios · May 10, 2024 Democrats try to outflank the GOP on border security "This is an area that Democrats have really left for Republicans to define, unnecessarily."