Politics
Democratic Party Intra-Party Struggles
Intra-party tensions are rising within the Democratic Party, with progressive calls for Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to challenge Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer in 2028. Meanwhile, Sen. Elizabeth Warren is also vying for influence over the caucus's future direction.
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The Hill
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) is locked in a contest for influence with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) over the future of the Senate Democratic caucus as the two battle to shape the outcome in this year’s primaries. Warren, a progressive who has been outspoken in her criticism of th
2026-07-01 10:00 UTC
The Hill
The Trump administration's request for OpenAI to delay the release of its new models is sparking more confusion over White House AI policy and keeping private firms on their toes. The government asked OpenAI and Anthropic to delay or suspend their newest models this month, just weeks after assuring
2026-07-01 10:00 UTC
The Hill
Iran is flexing its leverage in the Strait of Hormuz, putting the U.S. on its back foot as it looks to resume shipping through the key passageway and curb Tehran's nuclear program. Tehran ratcheted up tensions this weekend in the strait, through which around 20 percent of the world’s oil and gas flo
2026-07-01 10:00 UTC
The Hill
Progressives are hearing new calls for Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) to challenge Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) for his seat in 2028 after democratic socialist candidates won victories in Democratic primaries last week. It sets up a difficult decision for Ocasio-Cortez. Many see her as the p
2026-07-01 10:00 UTC
The Hill
She made history as the first openly transgender member of Congress, and now a documentary is giving an inside look into the 2024 run that landed Rep. Sarah McBride (D-Del.) in the Capitol. "State of Firsts," McBride told ITK, details the highs and lows of the campaign trail, but also "the nuances
2026-07-01 10:00 UTC