3 Democratic pastors in Iowa are running for Congress, a snapshot of a national trend
Read full article: 3 Democratic pastors in Iowa are running for Congress, a snapshot of a national trendMore Democrats are openly running on faith, as progressive clergy and other religious candidates push back on the idea that Christianity belongs to the right.
NYC Mayor Mamdani launches community safety office, inching forward a campaign promise
Read full article: NYC Mayor Mamdani launches community safety office, inching forward a campaign promiseNew York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has created a new community safety office intended to shift some mental health crisis response away from police.
A $50 million push hopes to make child care a top issue in the midterm elections
Read full article: A $50 million push hopes to make child care a top issue in the midterm electionsAn advocacy group is providing support to candidates who want to expand support for child and elder care in the midterm elections.
Progressive states revive push to tax the rich as wealth disparity deepens across the US
Read full article: Progressive states revive push to tax the rich as wealth disparity deepens across the USAdvocates across the U.S. are hoping a growing unhappiness of wage and wealth inequalities that have increased coming out of the COVID-19 pandemic will help more states adopt policies involve the rich paying more in taxes.
Counterprotester threw improvised explosive at anti-Islam event in NYC, police say
Read full article: Counterprotester threw improvised explosive at anti-Islam event in NYC, police sayA device thrown by a counterprotester during an anti-Islam demonstration in New York City was an improvised explosive.
Police investigating after device thrown at anti-Islam protest in New York City
Read full article: Police investigating after device thrown at anti-Islam protest in New York CityAuthorities say a counterprotester demonstrating against a “Stop the Islamic Takeover of New York City” event Saturday lit and threw a device at the protesting crowd after someone from that group used pepper spray on the counterprotest.
For US Muslims, immigration crackdown fears, new war worries and anti-Muslim rhetoric cloud Ramadan
Read full article: For US Muslims, immigration crackdown fears, new war worries and anti-Muslim rhetoric cloud RamadanMuslims across the United States are observing Ramadan under rising fears tied to immigration raids, anti-Muslim rhetoric, and war in the Middle East.
Talarico became famous with viral videos. Can Republicans turn that against him?
Read full article: Talarico became famous with viral videos. Can Republicans turn that against him?After James Talarico won the Democratic Senate nomination in Texas, Republicans are racing to paint him as too progressive.
ICE agents said to have posed as police, a tactic some fear could erode trust in real cops
Read full article: ICE agents said to have posed as police, a tactic some fear could erode trust in real copsFederal immigration agents arrested a Columbia student after allegedly gaining access to her apartment by posing as police in search of a missing child.
The Latest: Bill Clinton’s testimony about Epstein ties concludes after more than 6 hours
Read full article: The Latest: Bill Clinton’s testimony about Epstein ties concludes after more than 6 hoursFormer President Bill Clinton has finished his testimony before members of Congress for their investigation over convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Mamdani pitches Trump on housing with mock newspaper in latest White House visit
Read full article: Mamdani pitches Trump on housing with mock newspaper in latest White House visitPresident Donald Trump has met with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani at the White House to talk about big federal housing investments.
NYC police arrest man after officers were pelted during a snowball fight
Read full article: NYC police arrest man after officers were pelted during a snowball fightA social media content creator has been arrested after New York City police said officers were hurt when they were pelted with snow and ice during a massive snowball fight in Washington Square Park this week.
Mamdani's relationship with NYPD gets icy after officers were pelted in a snowball fight
Read full article: Mamdani's relationship with NYPD gets icy after officers were pelted in a snowball fightA massive snowball fight in New York that ended in police officers being pelted is creating a frosty dispute between Mayor Zohran Mamdani and his own police department.
Power outages, piles of snow vexing parts of Northeast in snowstorm aftermath
Read full article: Power outages, piles of snow vexing parts of Northeast in snowstorm aftermathPower failures and waist-high canyons of snow bedeviled parts of the Northeast in the aftermath of a massive storm that dumped piles on streets and sidewalks from Maryland Maine, even as fresh snowfall coated the region.
The Latest: Northeast US digs out from brutal snowfall as second storm may near
Read full article: The Latest: Northeast US digs out from brutal snowfall as second storm may nearNeighbors, government workers and a powerful railroad snow-clearing machine nicknamed “Darth Vader” have been digging out from a brutal storm that forecasters are calling the strongest in a decade.
Northeast US digs out from brutal snowstorm that disrupted flights and canceled school
Read full article: Northeast US digs out from brutal snowstorm that disrupted flights and canceled schoolMillions across the northeastern United States contended with treks to school and work as they dug out from a major storm that blanketed the region with snow, canceled flights, disrupted transit and downed power lines.
The Latest: New York City remains under a state of emergency, Mamdani says
Read full article: The Latest: New York City remains under a state of emergency, Mamdani saysA massive snowstorm pummeled the northeast United States from Maryland to Maine, forcing millions of people to stay home amid strong winds and blizzard warnings, transportation shutdowns, and school and business closures.
Huge snowstorm in the Northeast forces millions to stay home, disrupts flights and closes schools
Read full article: Huge snowstorm in the Northeast forces millions to stay home, disrupts flights and closes schoolsA massive snowstorm is pummeling the northeastern United States, forcing millions of people to stay home amid strong wind and blizzard warnings, transportation shutdowns, and school and business closures.
Mamdani endorses Hochul for reelection as New York governor
Read full article: Mamdani endorses Hochul for reelection as New York governorNew York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has endorsed Gov. Kathy Hochul for reelection, offering the moderate governor some progressive heft in her campaign for a second full term.
New York governor picks a new running mate, as her current No. 2 moves to unseat her
Read full article: New York governor picks a new running mate, as her current No. 2 moves to unseat herNew York Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced a new reelection running mate — as her current lieutenant governor has launched an increasingly caustic primary challenge to unseat her.
Southern US enters a second week of biting cold and prolonged outages
Read full article: Southern US enters a second week of biting cold and prolonged outagesPeople in North Carolina are digging out from a foot or more of snow and Florida farmers need their frozen plants to thaw before they can assess the damage.
New cold snap adds urgency to winter storm recovery across the South
Read full article: New cold snap adds urgency to winter storm recovery across the SouthHundreds of National Guard troops have been mobilized in ice-stricken Mississippi and Tennessee to clear debris and help people stranded in cars and homes still without power as the Southern states brace for another blast of dangerous cold weather.
30 people dead from effects of winter storm as more freezing cold pummels US
Read full article: 30 people dead from effects of winter storm as more freezing cold pummels USMany U.S. residents are facing another night of below-freezing temperatures and no electricity after a massive winter storm dumped more snow in Northeast and left parts of the South coated in ice.
A TV show about the NYPD is now a legal drama starring the city and Dr. Phil’s son
Read full article: A TV show about the NYPD is now a legal drama starring the city and Dr. Phil’s sonA reality TV series meant to showcase the New York Police Department has spawned a legal showdown between city government and the show’s producer, Jordan McGraw — the son of TV’s Dr. Phil.
NYC nurses on strike resume negotiations with hospitals on 11th day
Read full article: NYC nurses on strike resume negotiations with hospitals on 11th dayNew York City nurses on strike are headed back to the bargaining table with hospital administrators to try to bring an end to the city’s biggest walkout of its kind in decades.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani and US Sen. Bernie Sanders rally with nurses on ninth day of strike
Read full article: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani and US Sen. Bernie Sanders rally with nurses on ninth day of strikeNew York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders are rallying with nurses in Manhattan during the ninth day of their strike.
In New York, Hochul moves to thread needle between Democratic divides ahead of election
Read full article: In New York, Hochul moves to thread needle between Democratic divides ahead of electionNew York Gov. Kathy Hochul has delivered her State of the State address, pitching proposals to fight President Donald Trump's agenda while also moving to capture progressive excitement surrounding Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Hospital and nurses fail to negotiate during second day of NYC's largest nursing strike in decades
Read full article: Hospital and nurses fail to negotiate during second day of NYC's largest nursing strike in decadesThousands of New York City nurses were back on the picket lines as they walked out for a second day from their jobs at some of the city’s leading hospitals.
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani defends tenant official facing backlash for 'white supremacy' posts
Read full article: NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani defends tenant official facing backlash for 'white supremacy' postsNew York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is supporting a new housing official amid backlash over past social media posts.
Zohran Mamdani officially sworn in on a Quran full of symbolism
Read full article: Zohran Mamdani officially sworn in on a Quran full of symbolismIncoming New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is making history not only as the city's first mayor to take the oath of office on a Quran but also as the first Muslim, South Asian, and African-born mayor.
Zohran Mamdani to become NYC's next mayor with a midnight oath underground
Read full article: Zohran Mamdani to become NYC's next mayor with a midnight oath undergroundZohran Mamdani will become mayor of New York City as the clock ticks over into 2026 — but the celebrations are set to last through New Year’s Day.
Mamdani appointee resigns after her decade-old antisemitic social media posts resurface
Read full article: Mamdani appointee resigns after her decade-old antisemitic social media posts resurfaceOne of New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s appointees has resigned over social media posts she made more than a decade ago that featured antisemitic tropes.
Democratic governors say the party's midterm strategy must focus on voters' pocketbook concerns
Read full article: Democratic governors say the party's midterm strategy must focus on voters' pocketbook concernsDemocratic governors who met over the weekend in Arizona say the party must focus on affordability in next year's midterm elections.
Zohran Mamdani and the Louvre make the list of most mispronounced words of 2025
Read full article: Zohran Mamdani and the Louvre make the list of most mispronounced words of 2025From the election of Zohran Mamdani to the intrigue surrounding the jewel heist at the Louvre, keeping up with this year’s news also left some Americans struggling with pronunciations.
James Solomon is elected Jersey City mayor, turning away ex-NJ Gov. Jim McGreevey’s comeback bid
Read full article: James Solomon is elected Jersey City mayor, turning away ex-NJ Gov. Jim McGreevey’s comeback bidJames Solomon has been elected mayor of Jersey City, thwarting former New Jersey Gov. Jim McGreevey’s bid for a political comeback.
Starbucks to pay $35M to NYC workers in settlement as ongoing strike draws pols to picket line
Read full article: Starbucks to pay $35M to NYC workers in settlement as ongoing strike draws pols to picket lineNew York City officials say Starbucks will pay about $35 million to more than 15,000 New York City workers to settle claims it denied them stable schedules and arbitrarily cut their hours.
Trump administration plans to review refugees admitted under Biden, memo obtained by The AP says
Read full article: Trump administration plans to review refugees admitted under Biden, memo obtained by The AP saysThe Trump administration plans to review all refugees admitted during the Biden years, according to a memo obtained by The Associated Press.
Trump's breakup with Greene is not the same as others. But like always, there may be second chances
Read full article: Trump's breakup with Greene is not the same as others. But like always, there may be second chancesPresident Donald Trump’s chaotic political universe has at least one consistent law that rises above any other: The president has no permanent friends and no permanent enemies.
Chile's power broker says he won't endorse communist or far-right rival for president
Read full article: Chile's power broker says he won't endorse communist or far-right rival for presidentAs Chileans prepare to vote in a presidential runoff between a communist and a hard-right veteran politician, the man who has emerged as the election’s biggest power broker has refused to support either candidate.
Takeaways from Trump and Mamdani visit: Both men get something they want, GOP loses a punching bag
Read full article: Takeaways from Trump and Mamdani visit: Both men get something they want, GOP loses a punching bagPresident Donald Trump and New York's Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani come from opposite parties and have spent months sniping at each other.
The Latest: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, former Trump loyalist, says she will resign from Congress
Read full article: The Latest: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, former Trump loyalist, says she will resign from CongressRep. Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia says she is resigning from Congress in January.
Trump and Mamdani go from adversaries to allies after White House meeting
Read full article: Trump and Mamdani go from adversaries to allies after White House meetingPresident Donald Trump has met the man who had proudly proclaimed himself “Donald Trump’s worst nightmare,” but he seemed to find the opposite.
New York Democratic Rep. Nydia Velázquez says she won't run for reelection in 2026
Read full article: New York Democratic Rep. Nydia Velázquez says she won't run for reelection in 2026New York Rep. Nydia Velázquez — a trailblazer known by the nickname “La Luchadora,” or the fighter — announced that she will retire next year after more than three decades in Congress.
Trump says he and Mamdani will meet Friday in Washington, setting up clash of political opposites
Read full article: Trump says he and Mamdani will meet Friday in Washington, setting up clash of political oppositesPresident Donald Trump says he will meet with New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani in Washington later this week.
New York Mayor-elect Mamdani says the city's current police commissioner will stay on the job
Read full article: New York Mayor-elect Mamdani says the city's current police commissioner will stay on the jobNew York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says the city’s current police commissioner will remain in the post.
For conservative media, New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani quickly becomes attack target
Read full article: For conservative media, New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani quickly becomes attack targetNew York City's mayor-elect, Zohran Mamdani, has quickly become a target of conservative media figures.
NYC Mayor-elect hopes to meet with Trump to discuss affordability
Read full article: NYC Mayor-elect hopes to meet with Trump to discuss affordabilityNew York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani says he hopes to meet with President Donald Trump to find ways the political polar opposites can work together on the central focus of his winning campaign: affordability.
Trump plans to meet with Mamdani, says he'll 'work something out' with New York City's mayor-elect
Read full article: Trump plans to meet with Mamdani, says he'll 'work something out' with New York City's mayor-electPresident Donald Trump is indicating that he plans to meet with New York City’s mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani and says they’ll “work something out."
Naturalized US citizens thought they were safe. Trump's immigration policies are shaking that belief
Read full article: Naturalized US citizens thought they were safe. Trump's immigration policies are shaking that beliefAs President Donald Trump reshapes immigration and the nation’s relationship with immigrants, some naturalized citizens are wondering if the country they made a commitment to when they took the oath of citizenship is still making one to them.
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell concedes reelection fight to progressive activist Katie Wilson
Read full article: Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell concedes reelection fight to progressive activist Katie WilsonFirst-term Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell conceded his reelection fight to progressive activist Katie Wilson on Thursday, handing another victory to leftist Democrats around the country frustrated with unaffordability, homelessness, public safety and the actions of President Donald Trump’s administration.
Elaine Luria helped investigate Jan. 6 and lost her House seat. Now she's attempting a comeback
Read full article: Elaine Luria helped investigate Jan. 6 and lost her House seat. Now she's attempting a comebackA Virginia Democrat who helped investigate the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol is making a comeback bid in a key congressional district as her party looks to break President Donald Trump’s grip on federal power in the 2026 midterms.
New York Mayor-elect Mamdani taps a budget and policy veteran to be his No. 2 at City Hall
Read full article: New York Mayor-elect Mamdani taps a budget and policy veteran to be his No. 2 at City HallNew York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has appointed a veteran of city and state government to be his first deputy mayor as he prepares to carry out his ambitious agenda.
From Bollywood to bodegas, Mamdani’s mayoral campaign found visual inspiration in unlikely corners
Read full article: From Bollywood to bodegas, Mamdani’s mayoral campaign found visual inspiration in unlikely cornersZohran Mamdani’s winning run for New York City mayor featured a memorable campaign design that drew its inspiration from a wide range of influences, helping the democratic socialist appeal to young and diverse voters.
Progressives warn Democrats against alienating the left and blast Schumer's Senate leadership
Read full article: Progressives warn Democrats against alienating the left and blast Schumer's Senate leadershipDemocrats are riding high after Election Day wins and some are capitalizing on the victory of New York City Mayor-Elect Zohran Mamdani.
Takeaways from the 2025 general election, in charts
Read full article: Takeaways from the 2025 general election, in chartsAfter voters swung toward Republican Donald Trump during last fall’s presidential election, states like Virginia and New Jersey swung back towards Democratic candidates at nearly the same velocity as 2024’s shift, an Associated Press analysis of election data from this week found.
Zohran Mamdani and London's Muslim mayor, Sadiq Khan, have much in common, but also key differences
Read full article: Zohran Mamdani and London's Muslim mayor, Sadiq Khan, have much in common, but also key differencesAs a left-leaning Muslim politician, London Mayor Sadiq Khan shares similarities with New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani.
Nancy Pelosi's exit opens way for tough fight to replace her in San Francisco district
Read full article: Nancy Pelosi's exit opens way for tough fight to replace her in San Francisco districtFormer House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s decision to step aside after nearly four decades in Congress kicks off a wide-open contest to replace her at a time when her home city of San Francisco is roiled in debate about what its future should look like.
Obama celebrates Tuesday wins and tells progressives that voters are rejecting the Trump agenda
Read full article: Obama celebrates Tuesday wins and tells progressives that voters are rejecting the Trump agendaBarack Obama is celebrating Democratic wins earlier this week and saying they are a sign that American voters are rejecting the Trump agenda.
Mamdani in Puerto Rico for an annual conference of New York political insiders
Read full article: Mamdani in Puerto Rico for an annual conference of New York political insidersNew York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani is in Puerto Rico this weekend for an annual summit that brings New York’s politicians and lobbyists to sunny San Juan for strategy meetings, workshops and boozy confabs.
Trump unveils deal to expand coverage and lower costs on obesity drugs
Read full article: Trump unveils deal to expand coverage and lower costs on obesity drugsPresident Donald Trump has unveiled a deal with drugmakers Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to expand coverage and reduce prices for their popular obesity treatments Zepbound and Wegovy.
Divided Jewish leaders react with warnings and hope as New York elects Zohran Mamdani as mayor
Read full article: Divided Jewish leaders react with warnings and hope as New York elects Zohran Mamdani as mayorWithin hours of Zohran Mamdani’s election as New York’s first Muslim mayor, there were swift and harsh reactions from his Jewish critics.
Virginia election winners break race and gender barriers amid national scrutiny on diversity
Read full article: Virginia election winners break race and gender barriers amid national scrutiny on diversityVirginia voters have made history by electing candidates who broke race and gender barriers in this week's elections.
Sherrill says she has a mandate as New Jersey's next governor and will focus on affordability
Read full article: Sherrill says she has a mandate as New Jersey's next governor and will focus on affordabilityMikie Sherrill says she believes she has a mandate as New Jersey's governor-elect to fulfill campaign promises of making the state more affordable.
In Election 2025, the economy's still the main thing, according to the AP Voter Poll
Read full article: In Election 2025, the economy's still the main thing, according to the AP Voter PollEconomic worries were the dominant concern as voters cast ballots for Tuesday’s elections, according to preliminary findings from the AP Voter Poll.
Mamdani's historic win as New York City's mayor sparks excitement and hope among many US Muslims
Read full article: Mamdani's historic win as New York City's mayor sparks excitement and hope among many US MuslimsZohran Mamdani's historic New York City's mayoral race victory has sparked excitement and hope among many American Muslims.
Jacob Frey fends off democratic socialist's challenge to win 3rd term as Minneapolis mayor
Read full article: Jacob Frey fends off democratic socialist's challenge to win 3rd term as Minneapolis mayorMinneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has won a third term, defeating challenger Omar Fateh in the city's ranked-choice voting election.
'Badhai!' In India, a celebration for Zohran Mamdani's New York mayoral win and his roots
Read full article: 'Badhai!' In India, a celebration for Zohran Mamdani's New York mayoral win and his rootsIndians have lit up social media to celebrate Zohran Mamdani’s election victory as New York City mayor.
Mamdani announces transition leaders, vows to deliver on ambitious agenda
Read full article: Mamdani announces transition leaders, vows to deliver on ambitious agendaZohran Mamdani has announced a team including former city and federal officials — all women — to steer his transition to New York City Hall.
How key demographic groups voted in 2025, according to the AP Voter Poll
Read full article: How key demographic groups voted in 2025, according to the AP Voter PollThere were signs in the AP Voter Poll that there’s plenty of room for Democrats to make up ground among groups that moved toward President Donald Trump in last year’s election.
‘Not the end:’ Volusia sheriff invites New Yorkers to Florida after mayoral election
Read full article: ‘Not the end:’ Volusia sheriff invites New Yorkers to Florida after mayoral electionAfter New York City elected Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani as its next mayor, Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood invited New Yorkers to move to the Sunshine State.
