The Latest Breaking News from House Democratic Caucus

New Dems look to boost ranks and build clout

The New Democrat Coalition is already the largest ideological bloc within the House Democratic Caucus with more than 100 members. And Rep. Greg Stanton, who chairs the group’s campaign arm, doesn’t see that changing next year.  “We expect that our numbers are going to swell in the next Congress,” the…

Roll Call · 20h ago

Texas Democrats say they will return to state once session ends, California unveils retaliatory map

In a statement, the House Democratic Caucus said its lawyers had advised returning “to build a strong public legislative record for the upcoming legal battle” against the GOP’s map.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 14, 2025

House Democratic Caucus Chairman Criticizes Trump At DNC

Pete Aguilar criticizes Trump's leadership, praises Harris's vision, and emphasizes unity and inclusivity in the Democratic Party.

Top News · Aug 22, 2024

Congressman Goldman criticizes special counsel's report as misguided and excessive

Democratic congressman Daniel Goldman criticizes the special counsel's report on President Biden, calling it misguided and highlighting alleged cherry-pick...

Top News · Feb 9, 2024

Hakeem Jeffries says Democrats won't pay a 'ransom note' to GOP over debt ceiling

Rep. Hakeem Jeffries insists the looming debt ceiling crisis will be resolved without his party submitting to demands by Republicans who want to tie government spending cuts to a debt limit hike.

WEKU · Jan 27, 2023

‘Not fly-over country’: Dingell and other Midwestern Democrats start Heartland Caucus

WASHINGTON — Debbie Dingell’s quest for a leadership position within the House Democratic Caucus came with a map.

Tribune News Service · Jan 25, 2023

Democrats tee up showdown with McCarthy on committee seats

Democrats are expected to try to put Rep. Ilhan Omar back on Foreign Affairs.

Axios · Jan 23, 2023

Lieu elected vice chair of House Democratic Caucus

WASHINGTON — Rep. Ted Lieu won a four-way contest Wednesday to be the next House Democratic Caucus vice chair, replacing fellow Californian Pete Aguilar, who was elected to serve as caucus chair.

Tribune News Service · Dec 1, 2022

House Democrats elect Hakeem Jeffries as Congress’ first Black party leader

WASHINGTON — House Democrats tapped Rep. Hakeem Jeffries of New York on Wednesday to lead them in the next Congress, and elected California Rep. Pete Aguilar as House Democratic Caucus chair.

Los Angeles Times · Nov 30, 2022

House Democrats elect Hakeem Jeffries as Congress’ first Black party leader

WASHINGTON — House Democrats tapped Rep. Hakeem Jeffries of New York on Wednesday to lead them in the next Congress, and elected California Rep. Pete Aguilar of California as House Democratic Caucus chair.

Los Angeles Times · Nov 30, 2022