Ellis, like so many before her, was gambling on success. She glided toward the punch line: “I’m always self-conscious about ...

What really matters here is not the truth of Trump’s claim, but that in his view, he and his Republican allies are “entitled” to seats held by duly elected representatives the Republican-dominated ...

Today: Sweeping U.S. tariffs kick in; Trump, Putin to face each other; Texas Dems receive bomb threat; Epstein intrigue.

The Texas Supreme Court said in 2021 the Constitution allows members to thwart legislation by leaving the state. Abbott wants ...

Despite her "not-on-my-watch" swagger, Hochul will have to fight her declared "war" like a peacenik, without weaponry. A ...

California may follow Texas' lead and redraw congressional districts for partisan advantage ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Some Republicans are calling for the FBI’s involvement after Texas Democrats left the state to block Republicans from passing ...

As Vice President J.D. Vance meets with Gov. Mike Braun to discuss redistricting, Democrats plan Statehouse rally.

The Washington Post’s essential guide to power and influence in D.C. In today’s edition: Trump uses tariffs to help out a political ally.

Newsom, California Democrats and their attempt to wrest power from the state's independent redistricting system are no better ...

Recent research demonstrates that redistricting reforms—particularly those reducing partisan influence—can significantly ...

The Supreme Court has ruled that judges are powerless to review partisan gerrymandering. But courts can still enforce the ...