Elections
The McCarthy-Cheney Split Comes to a Head in Tuesday’s Primary
As Liz Cheney has focused on the January 6 investigations, Kevin McCarthy has boosted her election-denying opponent.
The Perils of Giving Up on Persuasion
Our political parties have emphasized mobilization instead, and a cascade of problems have followed.
The Morning Dispatch: Will Biden’s Big Win Matter in the Midterms?
'History suggests that when a party passes a big piece of legislation, they generally don’t get rewarded for it.'
Did the GOP Peak Too Soon?
In just the last few weeks, the Biden administration has enjoyed political and legislative victories that are quieting talk of a ‘red tsunami’ in the midterms.
Trump-Endorsed Tim Michels Prevails in Wisconsin Gubernatorial Primary
Former Lt. Gov. Rebecca Kleefisch won a Mike Pence endorsement but faltered.
Our Best Stuff From a Week of Revealing Primaries
The Democrats back Peter Meijer’s challenger in Michigan, and a pro-life referendum fails in Kansas.
Peter Meijer Falls to Trump-Endorsed John Gibbs in Michigan
Gibbs was boosted by $435,000 in spending on ads by the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee.
Eric Schmitt Wins the Missouri GOP Senate Primary
The state’s attorney general defeats Rep. Vicky Hartzler and disgraced former Gov. Eric Greitens.
Joe Kent’s Tumultuous Campaign Comes to a Close
The candidate in Washington state’s 3rd District has made headlines for his controversial foreign policy views, 2020 election denialism, and far-right ties.
The Trump Loyalist Who’s Challenging Peter Meijer in Michigan
Meijer represents his district’s long tradition of moderate conservatism, but John Gibbs is getting help from Trump—and the DCCC.
Our Best Stuff on Ukraine, the Midterms, and the Pro-Life Movement
Plus, it looks like the January 6 committee hearings might be changing hearts and minds.
Dem Campaign Chiefs Tell Different Stories on GOP Primary Meddling
The senator running Democrats’ election strategy says his party shouldn’t boost election-denying Republicans in primaries. His House counterpart disagrees.
Toomey Will Support Dr. Oz But Stays Mum on Mastriano
Pennsylvania’s retiring senator had previously declined to endorse in the race for his seat.
Which Trumpism Suits the Show-Me State?
The three leading GOP Senate candidates offer three variations on the stolen-election theme.