Democratic Party (United States)
Congressional Democrats have shifted their stance on government shutdowns, once seen as a devastating prospect for the party, to embracing the tactic as a means to pressure Republicans on healthcare spending. The shift is evident in the party's recent unified front behind Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries' (D-New
Democratic Party (United States)
As the new fiscal year approaches, Democrats are prepared to use their limited leverage to block key components of Donald Trump's agenda, including Affordable Care Act subsidies and Medicaid cuts. With the House passing a funding patch and the Senate adjourning for recess, the stage is set for
Democratic Party (United States)
Democrat dissatisfaction is boiling over, with some party insiders calling for fresh faces and thinking to regain footing ahead of next year's midterm elections. Despite being locked out of power in Washington, the party continues to face historically ugly polling numbers. A recent CNN poll found that Democratic
Mamdani, Zohran
Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist poised to become the next mayor of New York City, has become the focus of Republican attacks after his upset win in the ranked-choice primary election. Republican leaders are racing to make Mamdani the face of the Democratic Party, painting him as a left-wing extremist
Mamdani, Zohran
Zohran Mamdani, a progressive state assemblyman from Queens, has emerged as a surprise front-runner in New York City's Democratic mayoral primary, winning over voters with a unique blend of authenticity, grassroots organizing, and social media savvy. Mamdani's campaign, which has been dubbed "relentless" and
Mamdani, Zohran
Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old democratic socialist, has unexpectedly taken the lead in the Democratic primary for New York City mayor, sparking a heated debate within the party about its future course. Mamdani's rise, marked by his focus on affordability challenges faced by New York residents, has sent shockwaves
Mamdani, Zohran
New York voters made a generational and ideological break with the Democratic Party's mainstream by turning to 33-year-old democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani in the party primary for mayor. Mamdani, a three-term state assemblyman, ran on an optimistic message about affordability and the rising cost of living, resonating with
Mamdani, Zohran
Thirty-three-year-old Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani has made history by declaring victory in the Democratic primary for mayor of New York City. This victory is notable at a time when the Democratic brand is facing deep unpopularity with voters. Mamdani's campaign was characterized by its grassroots approach, charismatic leadership,
Ex-presidents
The recent announcement of Joe Biden's stage 4 cancer diagnosis, which has metastasized to his bones, is a stark reminder of his significant decline in health. This development is particularly disconcerting given Democratic Party leaders' and the media's portrayal of Biden as "active"
Ex-presidents
The recent announcement by former President Joseph R. Biden Jr. that he has aggressive prostate cancer has derailed the Democratic Party's attempts to acknowledge their mistakes in supporting his 2024 candidacy. The announcement has sparked a mix of sympathy and new questions about his health, shifting the conversation
Ex-presidents
Seoul's Central District Court judge, Ji Gui-yeon, has defended himself against allegations of visiting a high-end hostess bar, sparking a heated debate over judicial independence and the separation of powers. The controversy began when the Democratic Party (DP) claimed to have evidence of the judge's visits
Ex-presidents
As the South Korean presidential election approaches with just 15 days left to pick a successor to former President Yoon Suk Yeol, the candidates are stepping up their campaigns to win over swing voters in the crucial battleground of Seoul. The Democratic Party's Lee Jae-myung, the front-runner, is
