Where are the Democratic and Republican parties going next? Watch these primaries to find out

Primaries next year are early battlefronts in both parties' fights for their future, and some of the same issues and divides could shape the next presidential election.

Democrats had major election victories in 2025, but wins don’t erase party’s critical weaknesses

Democrats scored major victories in 2025 elections despite brand challenges. DNC chair sees silver lining as party prepares for crucial midterms ahead.

It’s time for Republicans to start thinking about 2028 and the post-Trump era

The next presidential election is several eternities away from now in terms of politics. Only a fool would try to predict the form of the political conversation in three years, much less a few months in the unpredictable Trump era.

House Republican leaders ditch vote on ACA funding, all but ensuring premiums will rise

La., said Republicans worked on the issue throughout the weekend but could not come to an agreement with a group of members who want the funds extended.

Centrist Republicans plead for bipartisanship and end to political gamesmanship over Obamacare subsidies

Centrist Republicans laid blame at both Republican and Democratic leadership for forcing a vote on a three-year clean extension.
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