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May 22, 2026
Trump Faces Rare G.O.P. Revolt, and Democrats Mock Their Own Party’s Report
Plus, the Friday news quiz.
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May 22, 2026
Poll Suggests a Possible Path Forward for Democrats
The divisions are clear, but there’s more common ground than one might expect within the coalition, a Times/Siena poll shows.
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May 19, 2026
A Generational Fracture Emerges for Republicans Over Foreign Policy
Younger Republicans are less likely to support overseas interventions and aid, a Times/Siena poll shows.
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May 18, 2026
A Crack in the Polling Floor Puts Trump in New Territory
A 37 percent approval rating in a new Times/Siena poll suggests the G.O.P. is facing a big midterm problem despite recent redistricting gains.
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May 17, 2026
Why Neutral Maps Could Empower Black Voters as Much as the Voting Rights Act
Our simulations debunk the notion that the act created artificial minority districts that wouldn’t otherwise exist.
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May 9, 2026
Republicans Are Building an Advantage in Redistricting. How Much?
Where things stands in the race for House control after recent court rulings.
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April 30, 2026
What Peak Gerrymandering Could Look Like Now
The redrawing of America’s congressional districts is sure to escalate after the Supreme Court’s decision, with some maps that would have seemed laughable a year ago.
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April 20, 2026
Why a Democratic Senate, Once Unthinkable, Is a Real Possibility
Helped by a favorable national environment and strong candidate recruitment, Democrats are tied or ahead in four Republican-held seats, polls show.
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March 28, 2026
Is Iran a Political Problem for Trump? Tell Me How Long the War Lasts.
Historically, quagmire abroad and high prices at home are the ingredients of a failed presidency.
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March 4, 2026
High Turnout, Unusual Coalitions: Lessons From the Texas Primary
Talarico’s victory got a lot of attention, but Cornyn’s showing may be the most consequential result.
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March 3, 2026
Crockett vs. Talarico. Progressive vs. Moderate. Right?
The Texas Democratic Senate primary is more about persona than policy, and the same is true for many other races.
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