A Latino vice president pick is unlikely. It’s not surprising
Will it be Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear or Arizona‘s U.S. Sen.Mark Kelly? Another woman, or a white man? An experienced politician, or an exciting newcomer?Ever…
Why Democrats’ attacks on ‘weird’ Republicans are so powerful
Democrats may have finally found their magical talisman: One word (with apologies to J.R.R. Tolkien) to rule them all, one word to find them, one…
Kamala Harris has to be an avatar not of hope but of give-’em-hell
Objectively, it is an amazing progression in a short window of time. In 2008, Barack Obama, a Democrat, became the nation’s first Black president. Sixteen…
With Supreme Court reform ideas, Biden is playing the long game
The first and easiest question to answer with respect to the package of Supreme Court reform measures that President Biden announced Monday is whether there…
From Fox News to Bill Maher, Pete Buttigieg is Kamala Harris’ top ally
Slayer Pete is back!In 2020, Mayor Pete Buttigieg became such a savage critic of then-President Trump‘s reelection campaign that I wrote a column with the…
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. struggles outside the spotlight in 2024 contest
A faltering debate performance, an assassination attempt and a dramatic exit from the presidential race all had one thing in common — they put Robert…
Democrats set rules for virtual roll call as path to nominating presidential candidate emerges
1 of 3 | President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris appear on the Truman Balcony of the White House in Washington, D.C., to…
In fiery speech to Congress, Netanyahu defends war in Gaza and denounces protesters
WASHINGTON — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended Israel’s war in Gaza and condemned American protesters in a scathing speech to Congress on Wednesday that was…
California Democrats split over boycotting Israeli prime minister’s address to Congress
WASHINGTON — At a time when Democrats are attempting to unify around a new presidential candidate, a foreign leader who divides them — and many Americans…
How Nancy Pelosi navigated the withdrawal of President Biden
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, a Democratic juggernaut, navigated a careful, respectful line in her public approach to President Biden’s decision about whether to seek…
Opinion: Bouncing Biden is a bad look and a betrayal of Democratic voters
Three weeks. That’s all it took to overthrow a president.Joe Biden’s weekend announcement that he would not accept his party’s nomination for another term followed…
Harris gains support among leading Democrats, claims fundraising surge
Less than 24 hours after President Biden ended his reelection bid, Vice President Kamala Harris had already garnered support from several leading Democrats — including…
California Democrats urge delegates to back Harris. Will they listen?
With President Biden dropping out of the presidential race, California is poised to play a critical role in selecting a new Democratic nominee. The state…
Vice President Kamala Harris now Democrats’ last hope against Trump
Suddenly, Kamala Harris is Democrats’ last best hope to prevent a Trump restoration and the complete MAGA takeover of Washington. It’s a prospect that thrills…
A frenzied day for Kamala Harris as she takes center stage
The day that catapulted Kamala Harris to within striking distance of becoming the Democratic nominee for president of the United States was marked by a…
Democrats thank Biden for his decision to drop out of race
1 of 3 | US President Joe Biden and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer respond to questions from the news media following a meeting with…
Meet Kamala Harris’ choices for potential vice presidential candidates
North Carolina Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper (Hannah Schoenbaum / Associated Press) Cooper became governor in 2017 after a long career in politics in a state…
Voters say Veep ‘predicted’ Joe Biden drop out and Kamala Harris endorsement as they joke ‘this is Democrats’ Simpsons’
AS President Joe Biden has dropped out of the presidential race endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris, voters have pointed out a TV show appears to…
The Democratic convention will replace Biden. It’s a proven system
Now that President Biden has dropped out of the 2024 presidential race and endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris to be the nominee, it will ultimately…
Obama’s dilemma: Balancing Democrats’ worries and Biden influence
WASHINGTON — Former President Obama has a delicate balance to strike: how to weigh the mounting opposition to President Biden continuing his campaign with his loyalty…