Schumer postpones book tour amid liberal criticism over vote
WASHINGTON — Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer is postponing several planned events this week to promote his new book, “Antisemitism in America: A Warning,” after some liberal…
Senate works to prevent a government shutdown as Democrats are divided
WASHINGTON — The Senate finds itself on Friday in a familiar position, working to avoid a partial government shutdown with just hours to spare as Democrats confront…
Hakeem Jeffries wins reelection as House Democratic leader
WASHINGTON — House Leader Hakeem Jeffries won reelection Tuesday as the Democratic leader, receiving support from his colleagues despite the party’s inability to win back majority…
Can a Democrat in Trump country pull off another major upset?
AMBOY, Wash. — Two years ago, one of the nation’s biggest political upsets took place here amid the radiant greenery of the Pacific Northwest. A new…
Arizona’s 1864 abortion ban is officially off the books
PHOENIX — Arizona’s Civil War-era ban on nearly all abortions officially was repealed Saturday.The Western swing state has been whipsawed over recent months, starting with the…
Democratic lawmakers have sought ways to skirt hard Biden questions
Democratic lawmakers have tried all manner of responses to their Biden dilemma — some evasive, some creative.The Tuesday walkback from Rep. Jerry Nadler of New…
‘I’m staying in the race’: Biden scrambles to save his reelection bid
MADISON, Wis. — President Biden, fighting to save his endangered reelection effort Friday, said his disastrous debate performance last week was a “bad episode.” The comment…
Barrett sought middle ground in Trump immunity case. Roberts said no
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court ended its term divided into partisan blocs, with the Republican appointees ruling in favor of former President Trump’s claim of immunity…