Kennedy Center’s future takes center stage amid demolition threat
Lawmakers are decrying the Trump administration’s threat to demolish the Kennedy Center if a federal judge doesn’t rule in favor of adding the president’s name and closing the building for two years for major renovations. It sets the stage for a high-stakes court hearing on Thursday as President Donald Trump continues his efforts to reshape […]
Trump support propels Darline Graham to victory in South Carolina runoff
South Carolina Sen. Darline Graham on Tuesday capitalized on the strong support of President Donald Trump to win the Republican primary runoff to replace her late brother, Lindsey Graham, on the November ballot. With more than 95 percent of votes in, Darline Graham was leading Rep. Ralph Norman, 52 percent to 48 percent, The Associated […]
The Roll Call and 535 deep dive on the affordability agenda
Roll Call Editor in Chief Jason Dick and 535 Political Analyst Susan Davis discuss congressional efforts to address affordability with CQ Roll Call Leadership Staff Writer Savannah Behrmann for the Roll Call/535 Policy Podcast Series. Show Notes:
Rep. McIver not immune from prosecution, appeals court says
A federal appeals court ruled Wednesday that New Jersey Democratic Rep. LaMonica McIver is not immune from prosecution over a tense incident that unfolded outside an immigration detention center last year. The three-judge panel declined to toss out assault charges against her, even as McIver argued her arrest interfered with her legislative duties. In a […]
Midterms looming, Trump contends prices are going down
President Donald Trump on Wednesday offered House Republicans a window into what’s on his mind just days before they return from an August break, painting an overly rosy picture of the economy and taking a new interest in federal beef regulations. Speaking to conservative commentator Glenn Beck, Trump repeated his message on still-high prices of […]
Senate ballot in Alaska will feature two Dan Sullivans
There will be two Dan Sullivans on the November ballot for Alaska’s Senate seat, a crucial contest that could determine which party controls the chamber next year. Long-shot contender Dan Sullivan, a retired teacher and a critic of President Donald Trump, finished third in last week’s all-party primary, with just 3,600 votes, according to The […]
USDA certified? Comments suggest beef deal not quite cooked
Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins on Tuesday distanced herself from President Donald Trump’s surprise announcement last week that he had reached a deal with still-unnamed countries to ramp up beef imports. Trump on Friday announced a plan to temporarily allow more tariff-free foreign beef into the United States in an effort to bring down prices. But […]
Everton Blair defeats late Rep. Scott’s daughter in Georgia special election
Everton Blair has won the special election to succeed the late Democratic Rep. David Scott, becoming the first openly gay man elected to Congress from Georgia. With more than 95 percent of votes counted, Blair, a former chair of the Gwinnett County school board, was leading fellow Democrat Marcye Scott, the late congressman’s daughter, 53 […]
The number of governors who once served in Congress could grow in 2027
Fourteen of the nation’s current governors once served in Congress. By early next year, that number could grow to 20 if the states and territories with current or former members on their gubernatorial ballot end up electing them in November. Six states and one territory have an opportunity this fall to elect a governor with […]
At the Races: The president’s Palmetto test
Welcome to a special edition of At the Races! Throughout the 2026 primary season, watch for these updates from the CQ Roll Call campaign team on what you need to know for Election Day. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. By Daniela Altimari, Nick Eskow and Mary Ellen McIntire South […]