MAGA Trumpites turn RNC race for leaders into a mega-battle
January 23, 2023
With his support waning, Trump tries to use his normal, confrontational tactics to keep control of the party of the drunken elephant.
House Democrats look to a new generation of leaders
November 30, 2022
Hakeem Jeffries becomes the first African-American to lead a major political party in Congress.
After two decades of leadership in the House, Pelosi steps down
November 18, 2022
Many of her Democratic colleagues urged her to remain Democratic leader but the 35-year-veteran of the House said it was time to move on.
Narrow wins or loses set to decide leadership of Congress for next two years
November 10, 2022
A stronger than expected turnout by Democrats and Independent stopped the red wave promised by Republicans
Sen. Lujan’s stroke proves how dicey things can get for Democrats
February 6, 2022
The party’s razor-thin majority depends on how quick the New Mexico senator can recover from his stroke
As expected, House Republicans expel Cheney from leadership
May 12, 2021
One of the few Republicans willing to call out the disgraced Donald Trump for lying and anti-democracy actions showcased cowardice in her party
Trump-controlled GOP leaders step up efforts against Rep. Cheney
May 5, 2021
By stepping up efforts to remove Cheney, House GOP leaders prove over and over that they prefer Trump to the people they no longer represent
Republicans keep Cheney in the leadership post, won’t punish Greene
February 4, 2021
The vote was overwhelming to keep Cheney in the leadership but no action was taken on Greene and her actions.
McConnell unwilling to take on Trump
January 18, 2019
One of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell’s guiding principles is: “There’s no education in the second kick of a mule.” Now, deep into a government
Pelosi unopposed as House Speaker vote nears
November 28, 2018
Nancy Pelosi enters the House Democratic leadership elections on Wednesday in an unusual position: She’s running unopposed. This was not the plan from Pelosi opponents