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Military / WarThe Veil
Kansas Democratic Senate candidate: VP Vance attacks on faith are a sign of ‘desperation’
On Meet the Press NOW in Washington, Adam Hamilton said VP J.D. Vance’s criticism of his faith shows GOP overreach, recasting the race around values.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Democratic senators request Pentagon provide ‘bare minimum’ on cost of Iran war
Lawmakers seek a comprehensive cost estimate for a potential Iran war, signaling rising oversight pressure amid escalating U.S.–Iran tensions.
- 6 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Maverick Democratic Senator John Fetterman to appear by video at Trump's Republican convention, reports say
Sen. John Fetterman, a Democrat, is expected to appear by video at Trump’s Republican convention, signaling cross-party outreach on Middle East policy.
- 8 min
- Israel
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
In upset, moderate David Crowley defeats democratic socialist Francesca Hong in Wisconsin gubernatorial primary
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley defeats Francesca Hong, signaling a centrist tilt as he faces GOP Rep. Tom Tiffany in November.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Wisconsin, Minnesota primaries are next to feature progressive clash with Democratic establishment
Final GOTV pushes highlight urban turnout battles as progressives face establishment favorites; close races could hinge on absentee cures and legal teams.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Rep. Haley Stevens on Israel, the Democratic Party and PAC money
In Jerusalem, Rep. Haley Stevens discusses Israel policy, PAC donations, and Democratic Party debates as her Senate primary intensifies.
- 8 min
- Israel
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Carville says one democratic socialist's 'lunacy of the highest level' policy could haunt swing state Dems
From Washington, James Carville says far-left primary victories in MI and WI—and a “lunacy-level” policy—could alienate moderates ahead of November.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Democratic Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate doesn't recall 'abolish the Senate' post in 2021, campaign says
Francesca Hong’s campaign says she doesn’t recall a 2021 post urging to abolish the Senate, as Washington operatives scrutinize messaging and traceability.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Shenna Bellows drops out of Maine’s Senate race as Troy Jackson builds Democratic support
Maine’s Shenna Bellows ends Senate bid, clearing the path for Troy Jackson, who is rapidly earning Democratic and labor endorsements ahead of key deadli...
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Phil Weiser projected to win Democratic primary for Colorado governor, defeat Sen. Michael Bennet
AP projects Colorado AG Phil Weiser wins Democratic governor primary over Sen. Michael Bennet, reshaping the 2026 race and party strategy.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Colorado AG Phil Weiser wins Democratic primary for governor over Sen. Michael Bennet
Phil Weiser defeats Sen. Michael Bennet in Colorado’s Democratic gubernatorial primary, per NBC News at 01:39 UTC, reshaping the 2026 race.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Colorado’s primaries present the next test for the Democratic establishment
Closely watched Colorado races gauge establishment strength versus insurgents, with turnout and narrow margins likely to shape national strategy.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary carries 2020 echoes: From the Politics Desk
Analysis from Washington: Michigan’s Democratic primary mirrors 2020, spotlighting ideological and generational splits, coalition-building, and turnout.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Maryland Senate president defeats Democratic primary challenger amid redistricting anger
Bill Ferguson defeats Democratic challenger Bobby LaPin in Baltimore amid redistricting anger, preserving Senate leadership heading into November.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Maryland Senate president faces primary after snubbing Democratic redistricting effort
Senate president Bill Ferguson faces a Democratic primary after refusing a 2025 partisan remap, testing party appetite for restraint vs. hardball.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Rep. Seth Moulton to take on Sen. Ed Markey in Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary
Rep. Seth Moulton secures delegates to join Massachusetts’ Democratic Senate primary, setting up a summer clash with incumbent Sen. Ed Markey.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
New Jersey governor, Democratic senator spend Memorial Day protesting ICE facility
On Memorial Day, Gov. Sherrill and Sen. Kim urged closing Newark’s Delaney Hall ICE site, citing conditions, family impact, and oversight concerns.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentBehind The Veil
Christine Drazan wins Oregon GOP primary for governor, setting up rematch with Democratic Gov. Tina Kotek
NBC projects Drazan wins Oregon’s GOP primary, advancing to a rematch with Gov. Tina Kotek in a deep-blue state as November messaging begins.
- 9 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
For Democratic veterans making midterm pitches, the Iran war is personal: From the Politics Desk
Military-service Democrats spotlight opposition to the two-month Iran war, blending security credentials with anti-escalation appeals ahead of primaries.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Democratic senators launch investigation into Kuwait strike that killed U.S. troops
Inquiry seeks to reconcile troop accounts with Pentagon reports, reviewing timelines, intel, and force protection protocols in Washington and Kuwait.
- 7 min
- Kuwait
Military / WarThe Veil
Israel’s critics are winning the battle for the Democratic Party
Polling-driven pressure pushes Democrats toward critical stances on Israel, spurring conditional aid moves and ceasefire rhetoric ahead of 2026.
- 7 min
- Israel
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Sen. Elizabeth Warren rallies with Graham Platner in Maine's heated Democratic Senate primary
At a packed rally in Maine, Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., called on voters to support political newcomer Graham Platner in a closely watched Democrati
- 3 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Democratic lawmaker rages against Trump over war, yells 'f--- his a--!'
Democratic Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove blasted Trump with an expletive as Iran war tensions and gas prices rise, sparking swift partisan reactions.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Senate Republicans again block Democratic effort to end Trump's Iran war
Republicans in Washington defeat a Democratic resolution to restrict Trump’s Iran military actions, keeping broad presidential discretion in place.
- 7 min
- USA