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6 days ago | 
politico.com | Andrew Howard
Casey Means’ nomination to the post comes after former Fox News contributor Janette Nesheiwat’s nomination was abruptly withdrawn. Nicole Shanahan, then-running mate of Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., arrives at a campaign stop, on May 13, 2024, in Austin, Texas. | Eric Gay/AP Robert F.
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1 week ago | 
politico.com | Andrew Howard
The eldest son of Sen. Angus King has never held public office. Unlike his father, a longtime independent, King III will run in the state’s Democratic primary. | Photo courtesy of Angus King III Mainers will have a familiar name on their ballots in 2026, with the son of longtime Sen. Angus King — Angus King III — running for governor next year.
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1 week ago | 
politico.com | Andrew Howard
Airbnb is spending heavily on local races through political action committees, as lawmakers nationwide continue to debate rules and regulations to short-term rentals. Though the trend isn’t new, the figures are significant and can go a long way in off-year municipal elections, which typically see lower turnout than higher-profile races.
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1 week ago | 
politico.com | Ben Jacobs |Andrew Howard |Liz Crampton
Moran did not respond to a request for comment. A representative for Youngkin pointed to comments from the governor on Friday where he declined to say if he would campaign on behalf of Reid, but said he will “support the nominees and their ticket. And at the end of the day, Republicans need to win. And that’s the bottom line.” The fallout has created a rift within the state party as it faces an uphill battle in November.
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2 weeks ago | 
politico.com | Andrew Howard
Often, running for Congress once just isn’t enough. With tight margins in House battleground districts, candidates who narrowly lost in 2024 (and others whose races weren’t quite so close) are trying again in 2026, hoping their improved experience — and the different dynamics of a midterm cycle — can propel them to victory. A number of losing candidates have already launched House campaigns for 2026, and more are likely on the horizon.
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2 weeks ago | 
yahoo.com | Andrew Howard
The Trump Organization’s online store is now selling “Trump 2028” hats, the latest indication — even if frivolous — that the president wants to run for a third term. Eric Trump, President Donald Trump’s son, posted a picture on his Instagram story wearing the hat, which is being sold for $50. In a social media post, Trump’s political operation promoted the hat as well. “.@EricTrump rocking the new Trump 2028 hat!” the Trump War Room account said, alongside two emojis, eyes and fire.
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3 weeks ago | 
politico.com | Andrew Howard
The investment comes as Democrats for years have struggled in rural swaths of the country. A voter casts a ballot at a polling location in Pittsburgh, Nov. 5, 2024. | Rebecca Droke/AFP via Getty Images A Democratic candidate recruitment group is pledging to pour $12 million into rural organizing in an effort to make inroads in red America and to lay groundwork for 2028, the organization shared first with Morning Score.
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3 weeks ago | 
flipboard.com | Andrew Howard
NowTrump Store Selling ‘Trump 2028’ Hats—Weeks After Trump Says He’s ‘Not Joking’ About Potential Third TermThe Trump Store, which is the official retail site of the Trump Organization, is selling a “Trump 2028” ballcap—just weeks after President Donald Trump told NBC News he is “not joking” about the possibility of running for a third term, which is not allowed under the Constitution.
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4 weeks ago | 
politico.com | Holly Otterbein |Andrew Howard
A Democrat blistering what he cast as a “rigged” economy run by “DC elites” is launching a longshot bid against Sen. Joni Ernst in the deep-red state of Iowa. Nathan Sage, executive director of the Knoxville Chamber of Commerce, is kicking off his campaign Wednesday with a video that targets Ernst as a “corporate Republican” and emphasizes his working-class roots. Sage tells viewers he grew up in a trailer, worked as a mechanic, and served in the Iraq War.
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4 weeks ago | 
yahoo.com | Andrew Howard |Ally Mutnick
Democrats are off to an early fundraising lead in key Senate battlegrounds. Progressives in uncompetitive seats raised big money. And some GOP incumbents are gearing up for tough primary challenges. Facing a brutal Senate map, Democrats have an extremely difficult path back to the majority. They have to defend Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.) and three open seats in Michigan, Minnesota and New Hampshire. Republicans are looking to hold onto North Carolina and Maine.
