House Republicans appear to have an open-seat problem ANALYSIS — With President Donald Trump’s national job approval rating hovering near 37 percent, it’s no surprise that dozens of Republican incumbents are sweating their reelection bids. But the GOP’s struggle to hold open seats might tell the story of the midterm elections. While Republican incumbents such as Brian Fitzpatrick… Roll Call · Oct 13
Can Democrats flip deep-red seats? Inside the party’s long-shot midterm House strategy Democrats are dreaming of pulling off upsets in what might be called “reach” House districts, where Republicans usually win and likely will again The Independent UK · Sep 3
Rating changes: Seven more House races shift toward Democrats ANALYSIS — With two months to go before Election Day, Democrats continue to have the advantage in the fight for the House as Inside Elections shifts its race rating of seven more districts in the party’s favor. Some of the movement affects the current contours of the House battleground. The… Roll Call · Aug 26
Trump continues to hold sway in Republican primaries President Donald Trump got his mojo back with Republican primary voters Tuesday following a setback in Iowa last week when his preferred candidate lost the GOP contest for governor. Trump-backed House candidates notched wins in South Carolina and Nevada. South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham overcame a primary challenge from a… Roll Call · Jun 10
Nancy Mace and Ralph Norman lose bids for governor in South Carolina Spurned by President Donald Trump, Republican Reps. Nancy Mace and Ralph Norman both fell short Tuesday in their bids to become South Carolina’s next governor. With no candidate taking a majority of the vote, the GOP primary to succeed term-limited Gov. Henry McMaster is heading for a June 23 runoff… Roll Call · Jun 9
Partisan blame game falls on the Senate parliamentarian … again The Senate parliamentarian was never meant to be in the spotlight — let alone an office with political influence. But as Republicans lurch toward a habit of using the filibuster-proof budget reconciliation process to fund key government agencies, they are increasingly putting the fate of the party’s biggest spending priorities… Roll Call · Jun 9
At the Races: Maine’s moment Welcome to a special edition of At the Races! Throughout the 2026 primary season, watch for these updates from the CQ Roll Call campaign team on what you need to know for Election Day. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. By Mary Ellen McIntire and… Roll Call · Jun 9
At the Races: Let the market decide Catch up on the political news of the past week in the latest At the Races newsletter, including the economy and campaign launches. Roll Call · Feb 12
House lawmakers spar over harms of potential DHS shutdown Republicans and Democrats sparred about the potential real-world harms of a partial shutdown for the Department of Homeland Security. Roll Call · Feb 11
As colleagues wind down their careers, Rosa DeLauro is staying put Connecticut Rep. Rosa DeLauro’s pragmatic streak has at times put her at odds with the demands of a restive base in her deep-blue district. Roll Call · Feb 10
Mark Amodei, a senior GOP appropriator, to retire at end of term Rep. Mark Amodei, R-Nev., who currently oversees spending for the Department of Homeland Security, announced he will not run for reelection. Roll Call · Feb 6
Congress turns to Homeland Security funding clash Congress now looks to move forward on a Homeland Security spending measure ensnared in controversies over immigration enforcement. Roll Call · Feb 3
Spending bill would solidify Trump cuts in DHS oversight The Homeland Security spending bill would solidify the Trump administration’s drastic cuts to oversight components at DHS. Roll Call · Jan 26
International Business Times UK · Dec 29, 2025 Who is Mitch Snow? All About Eye Witness Candace Owens Talks About as She Gives New Info on Charlie Kirk's Death Candace Owens responded to those doubting her new eyewitness for Charlie Kirk's death. Here's what the podcaster said.
Roll Call · Jul 28, 2025 Some Republicans push more visas despite hard line on immigration - Roll Call Some Republican lawmakers seek to qualify their party's tough-on-immigration approach with an exception for agriculture, tourism.
Roll Call · Jun 12, 2025 First GOP rescissions package narrowly passes the House - Roll Call House Republicans eked out a narrow win Thursday on their $9.4 billion rescission package in a dramatic afternoon vote.
The Independent UK · Jun 11, 2025 ICE slammed for overspending amid ‘egregious’ funding mismanagement in House report ‘ICE began spending more than its appropriated level shortly after the fiscal year commenced and operations now far exceed available resources,’ report says
The Independent UK · May 11, 2025 A Republican push to sell public lands in the West is reigniting a political fight Congressional Republicans say their plan to sell or transfer 460,000 acres of public land will generate revenue and offer space to build houses in Western cities
Roll Call · May 7, 2025 Appropriations panel chair asks Noem for more budget information - Roll Call The president's budget plan would provide $107.4 billion for DHS in the fiscal 2026, an increase of 64.9 percent.
The Guardian - US · Mar 31, 2025 Clean energy spending boosts GOP districts. But lawmakers are keeping quiet as Trump targets incentives We asked 18 Republicans whose districts benefit most from Biden’s IRA climate law if they back Trump’s demands
Top News · Jan 3, 2025 Rep. Mark Amodei Predicts House Speaker Race Outcome Republican Rep. Mark Amodei supports House Speaker Mike Johnson in the speaker's race, emphasizing unity and swift resolution within the Republican Party.
Top News · Oct 28, 2024 Lawmakers Reflect On Challenges And Rewards Of Congressional Service Six lawmakers share their experiences in Congress, highlighting challenges, unity, and reform efforts.
The Independent UK · Aug 27, 2024 US Postal Service is abandoning a plan to reroute Reno-area mail processing to Sacramento The U.S. Postal Service is abandoning a plan to reroute Reno-area mail processing to Sacramento
Top News · May 8, 2024 Republicans Use Humor During Tense Moment In Congress GOP members respond to Marjorie Taylor Greene incident with a mix of frustration and humor, showcasing the role of humor in defusing political tension.