Renewed Calls For Patriotism Over Politics When Drawing District Lines
It's not against the law for politicians to consider politics when they're redrawing districts, but the situation in Wisconsin is particularly aggressive.
Democrats
Shut Out Of Power In D.C., Democrats Try To Make Inroads In Virginia This Fall
Elections in Virginia this fall are the first big test for state-level Democrats in the Trump era and whether they can use the president's unpopularity to gain ground in the state legislature.
Under Pressure, North Carolina Draws New Voting Maps
North Carolina lawmakers have approved new legislative district maps to replace one thrown out by the courts for being illegal racial gerrymanders. But many critics say the new maps are just as bad.
Political Remap Could Shift North Carolina Battle's Outcome
North Carolina's Republican-dominated legislature has been repeatedly walloping Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper since before he took office, and the bitter conflict shows no sign of abating.
Democratic Lawmakers Sue Trump, Handing The President Another Legal Challenge
Members of Congress say President Trump is violating the Constitution by profiting from foreign governments — without congressional consent. The more than 190 Democrats want the court to make it stop.
North Carolina Lawmakers Refuse Remapping Session
North Carolina Republican legislative leaders refused Thursday to hold a special redistricting session demanded by Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper, calling his decree faulty and unconstitutional.
Health Care Vote Could Threaten Republican House Majority
Some of the most vulnerable House Republicans voted in favor of the GOP health care plan — and Democrats are already trying to use it against them ahead of the 2018 midterm elections.
A Singing Cowboy, A Millionaire And Rifles Dominate Montana Special Election
Democrats hope a singing cowboy in Montana will become their party's latest candidate to mobilize enthusiasm and money against Republicans in a special election for the state's only U.S. House seat.
Republicans Look To Avoid A Political Headache In Georgia
Democrats hope Jon Ossoff can clear 50 percent in the special election to succeed now-Health and Human Services Secretary Tom Price in a race they've tried to make a referendum on President Trump.
Democrats Eye Georgia Special Election To Test 2018 Messages
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is upping its commitment in the suburban Georgia district, funding three focus groups to test anti-Trump messages ahead of next year's midterms.