Politics
Democrats Face Internal Challenges
Democrats are grappling with internal divisions as they prepare for the upcoming presidential primary. These divisions could shape the 2028 race and impact their performance in midterms, where issues like child care costs and student loans are central.
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The Hill
Democrats are weeks away from the start of the next presidential primary — a contest many in the party have been eagerly anticipating since their devastating loss in the 2024 race. But the divisions that could shape the 2028 race are already on full display, even as Democrats look to make gains in t
2026-10-30 10:00 UTC
The Hill
Congress’ annual defense authorization bill is on shaky ground this year amid partisan infighting, threatening to upend the legislation’s unblemished 65-year streak of passage. The must-pass Pentagon policy bill, known as the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), is facing an uphill climb due t
2026-10-30 10:00 UTC
The Hill
Parents and former students are feeling the burn from the costs of education ahead of midterm elections increasingly focused on affordability. From student loans to child care, education costs can take hundreds or thousands out of a budget for families already struggling with high gas prices and g
2026-10-30 10:00 UTC