A record number of women are running for state legislative seats this November, more than two-thirds of whom are Democrats. Across the 46 states with legislative seats on the ballot, a total of 3,824 ...

A record number of women are running for state legislative seats this November, more than two-thirds of whom are Democrats. Across the 46 states with legislative seats on the ballot, a total of 3,824 ...

Blue-state Dems have swamped their legislatures with an avalanche of pro-migrant bills to thwart President Trump's immigration policies.

While GOP lawmakers and the Trump administration have downplayed the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot, there are state efforts underway to ensure it's recorded for history.

Former president's propensity for conspiracies and misinformation about stolen election claims all but promises a political and legal crisis to come

Since the start of 2025, Democrats have racked up wins in special elections for state legislative seats, giving the party hope for the midterm elections.

There are many reasons why Democrats find themselves on the wrong e...

With Republicans and Democratsembroiled in a fight over redistricting around the country, GOP operatives are beginning to openly discuss their plan to levera...

As state legislatures wind down their sessions, one thing is clear: for Republicans, it’s Trumpism all the way. Attacking trans people? Check. Stripping hea...

State lawmakers and governors will play a big role in implementing — or thwarting — Trump's agenda.

State laws can deter federal agents from intimidating voters, as state prosecutions are not affected by presidential pardons or Justice Department decisions.

Across the country, Republican lawmakers have been working to undermine or altogether undo the will of the voters by making it harder to pass amendments and laws through citizen-led initiatives.In Mis...

Since President Donald Trump's reelection and inauguration in January 2025 for his second term, Democrats have achieved significant gains in state legislatures across the United States. Over the past 14 months, they have flipped 28 Republican-held seats in special elections and off-year races, while Republicans have flipped none. These victories span multiple states, including notable wins in Virginia (13 seats), New Jersey (5 seats), Iowa, Mississippi, Texas, New Hampshire, and Florida. The most recent upset occurred in a New Hampshire special election for Carroll County District 7, where Democrat Bobbi Boudman defeated Republican Dale Fincher 51% to 47% in a district that voted Republican by over 13 points just 16 months prior. Democrats attribute these successes to voter dissatisfaction with rising costs of living, particularly energy prices exacerbated by the Iran war and global oil spikes, despite Trump's efforts like releasing oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve and pledges from tech firms on data center energy costs. The Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee (DLCC) has expanded its 2026 target map to 42 chambers, investing a record $50 million to challenge GOP majorities in the South and Midwest. Key flips include Texas state Senate District 9, where Democrat Taylor Rehmet won by 14 points in a Trump +17 district, signaling a 32-point leftward shift. Republicans express concern over low turnout in these races and fear a 'blue wave' in the 2026 midterms, reminiscent of 2017 gains during Trump's first term. Democrats now lead or overperform in 254 of 284 key races since Trump took office, positioning them to influence redistricting, judicial nominations, and gubernatorial vetoes. GOP leaders like North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson downplay the losses, betting on economic improvements, but the trend has prompted strategic shifts among candidates focusing on local affordability issues.