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Have the Democrats found a new strategy to scare Trump?

midterms and into the 2028 presidential elections. Justin and Anthony unpack what Maine tells us about Democrat strategy and why Graham Platner, currently polling first, is not a typical Democrat candidate. And does it tell

Poll: Americans disagree on what a ‘stolen’ election means

Democrats, their doubts appear to be going up as Trump continues to repeat false claims about the 2020 election and raise alarms about the 2026 midterms. Nearly 40 percent of Harris voters

LIVE at Maida Vale studios… How popular is Donald Trump in the US?

2026,·29 mins # LIVE at Maida Vale studios… How popular is Donald Trump in the US? [Americast](/sounds/brand/p07h19zz) Available for over a year Why aren’t Democrats more popular, given the president’s low approval

What to know about the primary elections in the US state of Pennsylvania

significance to national politics, including a gubernatorial race that could serve as a showcase for the political ambitions of incumbent Democratic Governor Josh Shapiro. The state Democratic Party is also hoping to secure majorities

Poll: Trump blamed for gas prices as Democrats gain midterm edge

significant gap, and one that in past years has indicated a potential wave election. But there are fewer competitive seats up than ever before because of gerrymandering and other factors. [![Democratic Rep. Cleo Fields

Florida’s Republican governor unveils plan for redrawn congressional maps

election, is locked in a legal fight over Democrats’ efforts to seize four Republican-held seats. Last week, a district court judge [blocked](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/apr/22/virginia-court-congressional-maps-redrawn) a new map, approved just the day before

National mood is against Republicans, but redistricting could help prop them up

election year. The national political landscape could hardly look worse for President Trump and Republicans. At the same time, the GOP is suddenly resurgent in the redistricting fight, getting significant wins this week in Virginia

2026 Senate races to watch: From most likely to flip to Democratic long shots

2026, leading a pack of Democrats who outraised Republicans in several key Senate matchups.](https://npr.brightspotcdn.com/dims3/default/strip/false/crop/3736x3736+1104+0/resize/100/quality/85/format/jpeg/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fnpr-brightspot.s3.amazonaws.com%2Ff0%2Fa7%2F71b762b84678bc805585ec04893d%2Fap26064063253402.jpg)](https://www.npr.org/2026/04/23/nx-s1-5795841/democrats-senate-fundraising-republican-maga-cash-on-hand-campaign-finance) ### [Politics](https://www.npr.org/sections/politics/) ### [4 charts show where money is going in the midterms

Black lawmakers decry supreme court voting decision: ‘We’re going backwards’

significant racial group to have an impact in the outcome of an election.” In a ruling split along ideological lines, the supreme court affirmed that Louisiana’s congressional maps violated the equal protection clause. Writing

With House primary delay, Louisiana thrust into election chaos

2026 midterms — and is leaving candidates guessing where they might be running. Meanwhile, [a lawsuit filed late Thursday](http://t.co/RTsf59UBtP) challenging Landry’s ability to issue the sweeping emergency executive order threatens to further

A race on the right: What to know about Idaho’s 2026 primary elections

significant campaign contributions to the Federal Election Commission (FEC) as of April 29. Kaylee Peterson, meanwhile, had a vast fundraising edge heading into May’s Democratic primary for the same district. In Idaho’s second

Tensions rise in two ceasefires in the Middle East. And, the Navy secretary ousted

significant reforms are made. Republicans plan to use a budget tool called reconciliation to fund the remaining DHS agencies, allowing them to proceed along party lines without Democratic support. The process can be complicated

Trump tries to make deals in China. And, Senate confirms Kevin Warsh as Fed leader

2026, in Beijing, China. **Alex Wong/Getty Images** Alex Wong/Getty Images - 🎧 **Xi said that if the U.S.'s relationship with Taiwan isn't handled well**, the U.S. and China could clash, [jeopardizing their relationship](https://one.npr.org

First Thing: China trip winds down but Trump-Xi Iran accord remains elusive

significant safety risks. - **What do Russia’s renewed heavy attacks tell us?** Friedrich Merz, the German chancellor, said on Thursday that Russia’s heavy bombardment of Kyiv showed Moscow was “banking on escalation rather than

From Iran to Paris weather: Alleged prediction market violations start stacking up

midterm election campaigns. Fault lines over who is in charge of regulation are already emerging, with several frontline Democrats pushing to rein in the companies. In March, [California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed an executive order

Tehran, Taiwan, trade … what are the hazards facing Trump on Xi summit tightrope?

midterm elections, the Trump administration has reportedly invited chief executives from Nvidia, Apple, Exxon and other major companies to accompany the president, with the [Boeing head, Kelly Ortberg](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/05/07/trump-china-boeing-kelly-ortberg.html?__source=newsletter%7Cbreakingnews), and Citigroup leader, Jane

Trump says U.S. will 'guide' stranded ships through the Strait. And, key Senate races to watch

midterms.** They have a [razor-thin House majority](https://one.npr.org/i/nx-s1-5809982:x), and Democrats have good odds of taking control of the lower chamber. But the Democrats' chances of taking a Senate majority will