What 2026 might look like for Democrats

Mike Lindell, a prominent supporter of former President Trump and founder of MyPillow, has officially announced his candidacy for the Minnesota governor's race in 2026, challenging incumbent Democratic Governor Tim Walz. Lindell's campaign is marked by his claims of widespread fraud in the state, particularly in relation to COVID-19 aid programs, which he intends to address as a central issue of his platform.

Democrat Eileen Higgins won the Miami mayoral race, marking a significant political shift as she becomes the first Democrat to hold the position in nearly 30 years. Her victory over Republican Emilio González, who was endorsed by former President Trump, signals a rebuke of Trump's influence in a community that has been a stronghold for his supporters.

The Indiana Senate has rejected a congressional redistricting plan that was backed by former President Trump, which aimed to create two additional Republican-leaning House seats. This decision represents a significant rebuke to Trump's influence over state Republican lawmakers, who had faced pressure to adopt the new maps.

The U.S. Coast Guard, in coordination with the Departments of Defense and Justice, seized a Venezuelan oil tanker, a move that has raised alarms among Democrats regarding potential escalation in U.S.-Venezuela relations. This action is part of the Trump administration's ongoing pressure campaign against President Nicolás Maduro's regime, which has been characterized by increasing military operations in the region.

A House Energy and Commerce subcommittee has advanced 18 bills aimed at enhancing online safety for children, moving them to the full panel for further consideration despite opposition from Democrats regarding key legislation. The Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) and other related measures faced significant scrutiny, indicating potential challenges ahead in the legislative process.

Nearly two dozen House Republicans voted alongside Democrats to nullify an executive order from President Trump that stripped collective bargaining rights from unionized federal workers. This bipartisan decision reflects a significant shift in the Republican Party's stance on labor rights and Trump's influence within the party.

A bipartisan vote in Congress saw 20 Republicans join Democrats to reverse a Trump-era executive order that restricted the power of federal worker unions. This decision reflects a growing divide within the Republican Party regarding Trump's influence and policies.

Indiana Republicans in the state Senate have blocked a congressional redistricting plan backed by former President Trump, which aimed to create two additional Republican-leaning House seats. This decision marks a significant departure from the party's traditional alignment with Trump's proposals, reflecting internal divisions within the GOP in Indiana.