Key GOP vote on RFK Jr. faces high-stakes primary
Kennedy Jr. faces a clear path forward to a full Senate confirmation thanks in large part to a key yes vote from a GOP physician-senator facing a 2026 primary challenge.
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Podcasts · 119th Congress
The road to a comeback goes through Fox, podcasts and social media, Dems say
As Democrats begin their march toward the 2026 elections under an incessant barrage of executive orders from the White House and criticism from their own base, the party is still trying to coalesce around
Hill Democrats largely stay on sidelines as party decides on new national chair
including most members of Congress, have refrained from publicly weighing in on a contest that could set the party’s course as it navigates the Trump era and shapes its messaging in the run-up to the 2026
‘DOGE’ formally established under White House
DOGE Service Temporary Organization" would be created — using authorities granted nearly 25 years ago — that would sunset on July 4, 2026, the same date the original, unofficial DOGE was scheduled to expire
Trump inauguration: ‘American carnage’ gets a fresh coat of paint
Political observers say he has less than two years to accomplish most of his campaign promises, with congressional midterm elections — that traditionally have favored the party out of power — due in November 2026
Florida AG Ashley Moody picked for Rubio’s Senate seat
Florida will hold a special election in 2026 for the final two years of Rubio’s term – and while Moody could run to keep the seat, it appears she could have at least one Republican challenger.Â
Campaigns · 119th Congress
At the Races: Stand by me
Byron Donalds, R-Fla., is making known to campaign donors and others that he’s running for governor of the Sunshine State in 2026. DeSantis, the Republican incumbent, is term-limited.
Campaigns · 119th Congress
At the races: Immigration politics hit the Hill
Blue states and Blue Dogs: Meanwhile, in the House, ideological divisions and new district lines are some of the factors shaping the 2026 landscape.Â
Vance resigns from Senate, clearing the way for a GOP replacement
DeWine’s appointment will serve until Ohio holds a special election to replace Vance in November 2026. The winner of that election will serve the final two years of Vance’s term, which ends in 2028.
Key dates to watch in 2025 for the 119th Congress
is the beginning of a new president’s term, the release of Trump’s budget request is almost certain to be delayed, but the first Monday in February remains a marker for the budget process for fiscal 2026
Republican to-do list: Elect Mike Johnson and get to work
So, if there was a mandate in this last election, it won’t last long if Republicans can’t hold the House in 2026.
Trump-endorsed stopgap funding plan goes down to defeat
But in this case, they appear to be in widespread opposition to pushing off the next round of debt limit battles until after the 2026 midterms.
How McConnell could remain a thorn in Trump’s side next Congress
One Republican source with Senate ties said that the chamber "will be the bigger challenge for Trump," noting that all House members will be up for reelection in 2026.
Campaigns · 118th Congress
At the Races: The truth about trifectas
Martin Heinrich declined to say whether he might run for governor in 2026 to succeed term-limited fellow Democrat Michelle Lujan Grisham.
Syria chaos could complicate lawmakers’ holiday endgame
Many Republicans — especially House members worried about a 2026 primary challenge — also must consider President-elect Donald Trump’s call for the U.S. to stay out of what is happening in Syria.   Â
Campaigns · 118th Congress
At the Races: Full House
Starting gate 2026 is here: We’re only a month removed from this year’s elections, but Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy has already drawn a challenger for 2026. Former Rep.
Rep. Greene to helm new ‘DOGE’ subcommittee in House
Trump has said he wants his new agency, nicknamed DOGE, to complete its work by July 4, 2026, after examining all federal departments and agencies and recommending ways to cut costs.
Trump, GOP claim mandate, look to capitalize on ‘upper hand’
The 2026 midterm elections will be less than two years away, meaning Republicans, who will control both chambers in the new Congress, will need to quickly begin crafting partisan bills to pass under reconciliation
Incoming Senate chairs expected to rein in infrastructure dollars
With the current law expiring in 2026, negotiations for the next reauthorization could begin as soon as next year for the new committee leaders.
GOP considers handing Trump a path around Senate confirmations
Those recess appointments would last until the end of the upcoming session of Congress, in this case 2026.