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Three former staffers to Ron Paul were indicted on conspiracy charges surrounding his 2012 presidential campaign. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Former Aides to Ron and Rand Paul Re-Indicted

By Emily Cahn
Posted November 20, 2015 at 1:36pm
Ashford voted against the Republican bill to add an extra layer of bureaucratic certification to security checks for Syrian and Iraqi refugees. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Vulnerable House Democrats Side With GOP on Refugee Bill

By Emily Cahn and Simone Pathé
Posted November 19, 2015 at 4:39pm
Obama says gun control will be the focus of his final year in office. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Obama Focus on Gun Control Could Help Sway Independents in 2016

By Emily Cahn
Posted November 18, 2015 at 5:49pm
Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-N.H., who faces one of the toughest reelection fights this year,  released a digital ad Monday attacking three Republican challengers for their support of abortion bans.

Could National Security Make 2016 Tougher for Women Candidates?

By Emily Cahn
Posted November 18, 2015 at 5:00am
Walden is the chairman of the NRCC. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Exclusive: NRCC Adds 32 Candidates to First Tier of Young Guns Program

By Emily Cahn
Posted November 18, 2015 at 5:00am
Jindal dropped out of the presidential race. (Al Drago/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Bobby Jindal Drops Out of Presidential Race

By Emily Cahn
Posted November 17, 2015 at 6:40pm
Clinton has tried to put distance between her Syria policies and Obama, but Republicans say that will be a tough task. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Republicans Hope Blame for Paris Attacks Sticks to Clinton

By Emily Cahn
Posted November 17, 2015 at 5:00am
Fattah was indicted on corruption charges, but hasn't discussed his future. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Fattah Hires Campaign Manager, Vows He’s Running Despite Indictment

By Emily Cahn
Posted November 16, 2015 at 9:59am
Lummis was one of three House members to announce she'd retire on Nov. 12. (Al Drago/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Who’s on the House Retirement Watch List?

By Emily Cahn and Simone Pathé
Posted November 16, 2015 at 5:00am

Who’s on the House Retirement Watch List?

By Emily Cahn and Simone Pathé
Posted November 16, 2015 at 4:01am
Federal workers will have to keep their political opinions to themselves while they're on the clock. (Isaac Brekken/Getty Images File Photo)

Federal Workers Get Political Guidelines for the Digital Age

By Emily Cahn
Posted November 13, 2015 at 11:49am
Farr will seek re-election. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Democrat Sam Farr to Retire From Congress

By Emily Cahn and Simone Pathé
Posted November 12, 2015 at 12:20pm
Brown, who has served 12 terms in Congress, says she will take her issues with the new map to the U.S. Supreme Court. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Florida District Lines in Limbo as Court Ruling Awaited

By Emily Cahn
Posted November 11, 2015 at 2:47pm
Rubio, left. and Trump confer during a break in Tuesday's debate. (Joshua Lott/AFP/Getty Images Photo)

Winners and Losers in Tuesday’s GOP Debate

By Eli Yokley, Emily Cahn and Simone Pathé
Posted November 11, 2015 at 4:45am

Winners and Losers in Tuesday’s GOP Debate

By Emily Cahn, Simone Pathé and Eli Yokley
Posted November 11, 2015 at 3:47am
Hayes ran in Arkansas' 2nd District last cycle, but lost. (Meredith Dake/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Democrats’ Resurgence in Arkansas Looks Less Likely

By Emily Cahn
Posted November 10, 2015 at 2:54pm
Feingold made trade a pillar of his attacks on Johnson in 2010. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

TPP Will Be a Factor in Several 2016 Races

By Emily Cahn and Simone Pathé
Posted November 6, 2015 at 4:30pm

TPP Will Be a Factor in Several 2016 Races

By Emily Cahn
Posted November 6, 2015 at 3:31pm
Pitts will retire at the end of this Congress. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Pennsylvania’s Joe Pitts Will Not Seek Re-Election

By Emily Cahn and Simone Pathé
Posted November 6, 2015 at 1:34pm
Graham is one of the most vulnerable House members. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

The 10 Most Vulnerable House Members

By Eli Yokley, Emily Cahn and Simone Pathé
Posted November 6, 2015 at 5:00am
Democrats are going all-in to try to beat Illinois Republican Kirk. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

The 10 Most Vulnerable Senators

By Eli Yokley, Emily Cahn and Simone Pathé
Posted November 6, 2015 at 5:00am

The 10 Most Vulnerable House Members

By Emily Cahn, Simone Pathé and Eli Yokley
Posted November 6, 2015 at 4:01am

The 10 Most Vulnerable Senators

By Emily Cahn, Simone Pathé and Eli Yokley
Posted November 6, 2015 at 4:01am
The indicted Fattah has drawn a serious challenger for his Philadelphia House seat. (Bill Clark/Roll Call File Photo)

Indicted Rep. Chaka Fattah Gets Strong Primary Challenger

By Emily Cahn
Posted November 4, 2015 at 4:38pm
Fitzpatrick is leaving Congress after this term. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Poll: Democrats Have Competitive Primary in Pennsylvania House Race

By Emily Cahn
Posted November 3, 2015 at 3:42pm
Sanders ' top consultants have also signed on to two Senate contenders who are running in primaries against candidates endorsed by national Democrats. (Al Drago/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Sanders Consultants Carving Out Risky ‘Outsider’ Niche

By Emily Cahn
Posted November 3, 2015 at 5:00am
Bevin, left, who ran an unsuccessful GOP Senate primary in Kentucky in 2014, is trailing in the Bluegrass State gubernatorial contest. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

What to Watch for on Election Day

By Eli Yokley, Emily Cahn and Simone Pathé
Posted November 2, 2015 at 3:12pm

What to Watch for on Election Day

By Emily Cahn, Simone Pathé and Eli Yokley
Posted November 2, 2015 at 2:13pm
Nugent is retiring in 2016 after serving three terms. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Florida Republican to Retire From Congress

By Emily Cahn
Posted November 2, 2015 at 1:12pm
A special election to replace Boehner will be held June 7. (Al Drago/CQ Roll Call)

Special Election Date Set for Boehner Replacement

By Emily Cahn
Posted November 2, 2015 at 12:40pm
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Ryan Donated Thousands to Those Who Voted Against Him for Speaker

By Emily Cahn and Ryan Kelly
Posted October 29, 2015 at 4:39pm
Rubio, right, turned the tables on an attack by Bush. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

The Winners and Losers of the CNBC Debate

By Eli Yokley, Emily Cahn and Simone Pathé
Posted October 29, 2015 at 3:31am

The Winners and Losers of the CNBC Debate

By Emily Cahn, Simone Pathé and Eli Yokley
Posted October 29, 2015 at 2:32am
Bush, above, and Rubio's presidential bids in Florida are casting a shadow over the fundraising race in the state's Senate primary. (Al Drago/CQ Roll Call)

Favorite Sons Pinching GOP Florida Senate Contributions

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 28, 2015 at 5:00am
Democrats have used Ryan's budget as fodder, but now they may have the man himself. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Democrats Think Speaker Ryan Would Be Perfect Ad Villain

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 23, 2015 at 2:54pm
Menendez's poll numbers went south in a recent survey. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Senate Majority PAC Bars Lobbyists From Its Payroll

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 23, 2015 at 2:00pm
A former aide to Paul was acquitted on charges that he lied to FBI agents. (Al Drago/CQ Roll Call)

Jesse Benton Acquitted in Campaign Fraud Case

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 22, 2015 at 2:13pm
Some House Republicans say Huelskamp's criticisms of Ryan's fundraising abilities are hypocritical and unfounded. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call)

Ryan Supporters Call Critics Hypocrites Over Fundraising

By Emily Cahn and Eli Yokley
Posted October 21, 2015 at 6:35pm
Rohrabacher, left, and Issa, right, are the only Republicans to hold seats on California's coastline. (CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Why These 2 Coastal California Districts Stay Reliably Red

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 21, 2015 at 5:00am
Republican consultants are pessimistic about their chances to oust Democratic Reps. Ami Bera, center left, and Scott Peters, center, from their competitive California House seats. (Douglas Graham/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

West Coast Wasteland: Why the GOP Struggles in California

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 21, 2015 at 5:00am

West Coast Wasteland: Why the GOP Struggles in California

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 21, 2015 at 4:01am
Tester will chair the DSCC for the 2016 cycle. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Senate Democrats Raise More Than Senate Republicans in September

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 20, 2015 at 4:08pm
Crist ran unsuccessfully for governor in 2014. (Joe Raedle/Getty Images File Photo)

Crist Announces Florida House Bid

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 20, 2015 at 10:30am
EMILY's List signaled it may spend money against McCain in 2016. (Al Drago/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

EMILY’s List Puts 4 More GOP Senators ‘On Notice’

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 20, 2015 at 5:00am
The Democratic candidates debated in Las Vegas on Oct. 13. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

Analysts: Clinton Commanding in First Democratic Debate

By Eli Yokley, Emily Cahn and Simone Pathé
Posted October 14, 2015 at 5:02am

Analysts: Clinton Commanding in First Democratic Debate

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 14, 2015 at 4:03am
Sanders waves off a question from a reporter leaving the Senate subway. (Al Drago/CQ Roll Call)

Will ‘Gruff’ Sanders Emerge as Stakes Get Higher?

By Emily Cahn and Matthew Fleming
Posted October 13, 2015 at 4:21pm
Jolly is running for Senate in Florida. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

New Florida Map Likely to Benefit Democrats

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 9, 2015 at 11:53pm
McCarthy has no plans to leave Congress, but that didn't stop wild speculation about his future. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call)

McCarthy’s Future Won’t Affect GOP’s Hold on His Seat

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 9, 2015 at 2:11pm
McCarthy's exit from the speaker's race and the chaos it caused could lead members to leave Congress. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call)

House Republicans’ Chaos Could Hurt GOP Fundraising

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 8, 2015 at 5:09pm
Capito, right, speaks with Saba Ahmed during the "Empowering Leaders for the Future" Women's summit hosted by the RNC. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call)

RNC Looks to Empower GOP Women to Run

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 7, 2015 at 5:00am
Portman trails his likely Democratic opponent in a new poll. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call)

Democratic Poll: Ted Strickland Leads Rob Portman in Ohio Senate Race

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 6, 2015 at 1:33pm
(Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Senate Democrats Nearly Run Table in Recruitment

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 5, 2015 at 2:39pm

Senate Democrats Nearly Run Table in Recruitment

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 5, 2015 at 1:40pm
Hassan will run for Senate in New Hampshire. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Maggie Hassan Will Run for Senate in New Hampshire (Video)

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 5, 2015 at 9:15am
McCollum, right, speaks with Rubio at a RNC fundraiser in 2010. (Matt Stroshane/Getty Images File Photo)

McCollum Denies Senate Announcement Imminent

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 2, 2015 at 2:14pm
Sen. Jon Tester, D-Mont., is chairman of the DSCC. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

DSCC Promotes Sadie Weiner to Communications Director

By Emily Cahn
Posted October 1, 2015 at 8:00am
DeSantis said he'd be open to a wildcard pick for speaker. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

DeSantis: Forget President, How ‘Bout Ben Carson for Speaker? (Video)

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 30, 2015 at 3:42pm
The political impact of the leadership shuffle in the wake of Boehner's exit is still unclear. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call)

Democrats Admit GOP Leadership Drama a Tough Sell to Voters

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 30, 2015 at 11:00am
Gowdy is scheduled to campaign with Rubio in Iowa. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Mr. Gowdy’s Wild Ride

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 30, 2015 at 10:36am

GOP House Majority Is Sturdy Heading Into 2016 Few Pickup Opportunities for Democrats in House

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 30, 2015 at 5:00am

McCarthy Raises Campaign Cash, But He’s No Boehner

By Eliza Newlin Carney and Emily Cahn
Posted September 29, 2015 at 4:00am
Sestak is running for Senate again in Pennsylvania. (Scott J. Ferrell/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Pennsylvania Governor Endorses in Crowded Democratic Senate Primary

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 28, 2015 at 10:57am
Grayson's fundraising will show how much populist support is behind him for his Florida Senate bid. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call)

4 Things to Watch for in Third-Quarter Fundraising

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 28, 2015 at 5:00am

4 Things to Watch for in Third-Quarter Fundraising

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 28, 2015 at 4:01am

Boehner Sets Off Frenzy in Ohio for Replacement

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 25, 2015 at 2:58pm

Potential Successors to Boehner in Ohio

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 25, 2015 at 10:56am
Polling shows Comstock is in good position for re-election in Virginia's 10th District. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call)

GOP Poll: Comstock in Strong Position for Re-Election

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 23, 2015 at 1:53pm
Fetterman announced his support for Sanders on Thursday. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)

Can a Tattooed Politician Upend Pennsylvania’s Senate Race?

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 23, 2015 at 12:49pm

Can a Tattooed Politician Upend Pennsylvania’s Senate Race?

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 23, 2015 at 11:50am
Sen. Jon Tester, D-Mont., is chairman of the DSCC. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Democratic Committees Top GOP Counterparts in August Fundraising

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 21, 2015 at 6:00am
Morgan is the first female political director at the NRSC in recent memory. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call)

Sarah Morgan Filters Out Noise for GOP Senate Campaigns

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 21, 2015 at 5:00am
Kirk trails his Democratic opponent in Illinois. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Poll: Democrats Lead in Illinois, Wisconsin Senate Races

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 17, 2015 at 5:19am
Fiorina followed a strong performance in the early debate last month with a stronger one on Wednesday. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

GOP Debate: Fiorina’s Breakout Performance at Trump’s Expense

By Eli Yokley, Emily Cahn and Simone Pathé
Posted September 17, 2015 at 5:14am

GOP Debate: Fiorina’s Breakout Performance at Trump’s Expense

By Emily Cahn, Simone Pathé and Eli Yokley
Posted September 17, 2015 at 4:15am
Duncan said the event is not an endorsement of Fiorina. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

South Carolina’s Duncan to Host Event in D.C. With Carly Fiorina

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 16, 2015 at 4:35pm
Passersby photograph Trump's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on September 10. Trump was awarded the star in 2007 in the television category. (Robyn Beck/AFP/Getty File Photo)

California Democrats Welcome Trump to the Golden State

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 15, 2015 at 1:59pm
Benishek will retire in 2016.

Dan Benishek to Retire in 2016 (Updated)

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 15, 2015 at 9:46am
Boozman is seeking re-election next year. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call)

Democrats Prepare for the Unlikely in Senate Races

By Emily Cahn and Eli Yokley
Posted September 14, 2015 at 5:00am
Walden is chairman of the NRCC. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Democrats Pounce on Leaked NRCC Document

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 10, 2015 at 5:00am
Grayson contributed $100,000 to his Senate campaign in the third quarter. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Grayson Trumps Murphy’s Trump Comparison

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 4, 2015 at 12:42pm
Ayotte speaks with local media outlets as she arrives for a tour of Mikrolar Inc., a robotics company in Hampton, N.H. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call)

Crowded Presidential Field Pushes Congressional Races Out of Limelight

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 4, 2015 at 5:00am
Reid endorsed Kihuen in a crowded Democratic primary in Nevada's 4th District. (Douglas Graham/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Harry Reid Endorses Kihuen in Nevada House Race

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 3, 2015 at 12:23pm
Kline will not seek re-election. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call file photo)

Minnesota’s John Kline Will Not Seek Eighth Term (Updated)

By Emily Cahn and Simone Pathé
Posted September 3, 2015 at 11:53am
Luján is chairman of the DCCC. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

DCCC Targets 18 House Republicans in Labor Day Digital Campaign

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 3, 2015 at 5:00am
Ayotte, center, is the target of a new ad by a Democratic super PAC. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call)

Senate Majority PAC Releases Second Ad Attacking Ayotte at Home

By Emily Cahn
Posted September 2, 2015 at 12:01am
Hassan is Democrats' top pick to run for Senate in New Hampshire in 2016, but the governor is keeping her plans close to her chest. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call)

Hassan Waits to Choose Her Adventure in New Hampshire

By Emily Cahn
Posted August 31, 2015 at 5:00am
Hardy is one of the most vulnerable Republicans in the House. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Internal Poll Shows Cresent Hardy Leading Potential Challengers

By Emily Cahn
Posted August 31, 2015 at 5:00am

Hassan Waits to Choose Her Adventure in New Hampshire

By Emily Cahn
Posted August 31, 2015 at 4:01am
Guinta speaks during a business roundtable discussion on cyber security at Jenaly Technology in Portsmouth, N.H. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call)

In New Hampshire, Frank Guinta Soldiers On Amid Controversy

By Emily Cahn
Posted August 26, 2015 at 5:00am

In New Hampshire, Frank Guinta Soldiers On Amid Controversy

By Emily Cahn
Posted August 26, 2015 at 4:01am
Democrats want to target Garrett for his opposition to LGBT rights. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Poll: House Incumbents Who Oppose LGBT Rights Lose Support

By Emily Cahn
Posted August 20, 2015 at 5:30am
Kirk says he'll run for a second term. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call)

Republicans Spending Early to Boost Chances to Keep Senate

By Emily Cahn
Posted August 19, 2015 at 5:00am

Republicans Spending Early to Boost Chances to Keep Senate

By Emily Cahn
Posted August 19, 2015 at 4:01am
Ashford is the target of GOP ads in his Omaha-based House seat. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

NRCC Goes On Air, Online Targeting Three House Democrats

By Emily Cahn
Posted August 18, 2015 at 12:01am
Brown filed a lawsuit to try and stop the implementation of a new Florida congressional map. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Rep. Corrine Brown Files Lawsuit Against Redrawn Florida Congressional Map

By Emily Cahn
Posted August 6, 2015 at 12:54pm
Graham's current House seat will become too Republican-leaning for a Democrat to carry. (File Photo by Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call)

Democrats Likely to Gain One House Seat in Florida Redraw

By Emily Cahn
Posted August 5, 2015 at 4:55pm
Grayson is running for Senate in Florida. (Bill Clark/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

In Senate Race, Alan Grayson Could Be Own Worst Enemy

By Emily Cahn
Posted August 3, 2015 at 5:00am

In Senate Race, Alan Grayson Could Be Own Worst Enemy

By Emily Cahn
Posted August 3, 2015 at 4:01am
Miller decided against a run for Senate in Florida. (Tom Williams/CQ Roll Call File Photo)

Jeff Miller Won’t Run for Florida Senate Seat

By Emily Cahn
Posted July 30, 2015 at 1:26pm