States are on front lines of 2020 election-security efforts

Local officials once had limited responsibilities on election days. Now they're on the front lines of efforts to defend U.S. elections from an attack by Russia, China or other foreign threats.

The history behind Iowa as the first presidential caucus

In just over a month on Feb. 3, Iowans will gather as they do every four years on what is usually a frigid cold night, to take part in the nation’s first presidential caucus. 

"Wine cave" owner responds to debate flare-up

The owner of the wine-cave at the center of the Democratic debate stage flare-up responded to being thrust into the spotlight.

Democrats back Trump impeachment, discuss US role in world at sixth 2020 presidential primary debate

Democratic presidential candidates offered two very different debates during their final forum of 2019. In the first half, they spent much of their time making the case for their electability in a contest with President Donald Trump. The second half was filled with friction over money in politics, Afghanistan and experience.

7 Democrats to take stage in final presidential debate of 2019

Only a day after the House voted to impeach the president, Thursday’s debate in Los Angeles will underscore the concern for Democratic voters regarding who can beat Trump in November.

President Trump threatens to bypass Commission on Presidential Debates

President Trump has made clear that he intends to participate in at least three general election debates, but is threatening to sidestep the nonprofit group charged with running them.

Turbulence shakes Democrats going into final debate of 2019

A deepening sense of volatility is settling over the Democratic Party's presidential primary election on the eve of the sixth and final debate of 2019. The seven candidates who remain are being forced to grapple with unprecedented distraction from Washington.

Staff members resign in light of Congressman Jeff Van Drew's impending party change

One of two Democrats saying he’d vote against impeachment is New Jersey’s Jeff Van Drew. There are reports the Congressman may not be a Democrat much longer.

House Judiciary panel takes first steps toward impeachment vote

Democrats and Republicans on the panel used the prime-time hearing to make final arguments for and against impeachment.

Democrat presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg visits North Texas

Democrat Presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg visited North Texas today, just 24 hours after rival Andrew Yang’s rally. The Texas Democrats hosted the late addition candidate at Collin College in Plano. Bloomberg called Texas the biggest battleground state, and said he hopes to win its 38 electoral votes.

Bernie Sanders announces $150B plan to expand broadband access

Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders is promising to invest $150 billion to bring high-speed internet to “every household in America” while breaking up and better regulating monopolies he says currently limit access to drive up their profits.

As Democratic primaries approach, here’s why political endorsements are important to the 2020 election

With various digital platforms making it easier for candidates to bring awareness to their campaigns, endorsements remain as crucial as ever to stay relevant in a highly polarizing election.

Montana Gov. Steve Bullock drops out of Democratic presidential race

The two-term governor and former state attorney general said it's become clear that he won't have a shot at being his party's nominee.

House Judiciary Committee sets Dec. 4 impeachment hearing

The House Judiciary Committee will be taking over the impeachment probe of President Donald Trump starting next week on Dec. 4.