Republicans
US House Republicans choose Jim Jordan as minority leader, Senators stick with Thune
A secret ballot held behind closed doors elevated Johnson to the minority leadership post a week after Democrats swept to victory in last Tuesday's midterm elections.
Trump says ‘a great dislike’ for Israel was factor in Republican midterm losses
GOP Rep. Thomas Massie moves to impeach US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
Rep. Fine to 'Post': I will not endorse Vance in 2028, blaming Jews for GOP losses 'inexcusable'
Blinken: I warned Netanyahu Israel could lose young Republicans and evangelicals
Speaking at the Jewish Federations of North America’s General Assembly in Washington, Blinken recalled a conversation with Netanyahu in the spring of 2024 about the political consequences of the war.
‘No good options’: Iran war caught between Trump's midterm troubles, Israel's election shake-up
A broader offensive, continued pressure, negotiated compromise, or a limited strike are potential options, according to Raz Zimmt, director of the Iran and the Shiite Axis research program at INSS.
Who is Stephen Miller, the Jewish conservative promoted to Trump’s new chief of staff? - explainer
Rather than moderating his policies after the electoral setback, Trump is promoting one of his most uncompromising architects.
President Trump: History will remember Iran, not the US midterms - opinion
The midterms will shape the next two years of American politics. What happens in Iran could shape the Middle East for the next hundred.
Florida's DeSantis preparing 2028 presidential bid after GOP midterm losses - report
The Florida governor has contacted at least one national consultant and his super PAC has begun fundraising, according to The Washington Post, though DeSantis said he had not reached out to anyone.
Alaska Senate candidate summoned before grand jury amid alleged election manipulation probe
Federal prosecutors want records from Gerald Heikes on Mary Peltola’s campaign, several PACs and the Elias Law Group, as they probe whether Democratic-aligned operatives recruited spoilers.
Vance, Trump and the midterms: Is US support for Israel ending?
JD Vance says voters want a new US-Israel relationship, and Trump is ending aid early. Jacob Laznik and Shir Perets unpack what the midterms really mean for Israel and the Iran war.
How the Republican midterm defeat reshapes the presidential succession battle - analysis
Until now, Vance's position as vice president has given him a significant advantage. He was widely seen as Trump's heir apparent, the person best positioned to secure the president's endorsement.
Trump says he can 'absolutely work with Democrats' despite election losses
In a phone call with CNBC, the US president pointed to areas of potential cooperation with Democrats, including trade and financial issues, while dismissing concerns over impeachment.
Mike Johnson won't seek reelection as Republican leader following midterm losses - report
House Majority Leader Steve Scalise and Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan expressed interest in succeeding Johnson, outlining plans in letters to colleagues.
