When dozens of Texas Democratic lawmakers left their state this month to block a redistricting plan aimed at preserving the GOP’s House majority, they knew they might be forced to pay large fines or ...

The moves by Trump, Abbott and other Texas Republicans should be seen for what they are: Part of a much larger campaign to end multiracial democracy on a national level. It continues the trend of red ...

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U.S. Sen. John Cornyn insists he hasn’t changed his politics because of his tough reelection campaign. But Democrats disagree ...

Two of Missouri’s eight congressional districts are represented by Democrats. Under pressure from President Donald Trump, ...