Rep. Adelita Grijalva's (D-Ariz.) swearing-in to her late father's seat Wednesday highlights a defining paradox of the populist era: American politics largely remains a family business.
Why it matters: The 2026 and 2028 ballots are already filling up with political scions. In a polarized, low-trust environment, these campaigns are testing whether voters will seek stability in a familiar, dynastic name.
