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August 27

DNC adjourns Minneapolis meeting as breaking news of deadly school shooting unfolds minutes away

A Catholic school shooting in Minneapolis, Minn., prompted the Democratic National Committee (DNC) to adjourn its summer meeting as DNC Chair Ken Martin called for prayers.

August 27

Democrats push for unity in battle against Trump as DNC meeting comes to a close

Democrats confront brand unpopularity and fundraising challenges as DNC summer meeting reveals splits over Israel-Hamas war resolutions and Trump opposition strategy.

August 27

81% of Americans see crime as a 'major problem' in big cities, new poll shows

President Donald Trump federalized the Washington, D.C. Metro Police Department, leading to 12 days without a homicide and 1,173 arrests as majority of Americans support his approach.

August 27

Democrats break GOP's supermajority in Iowa after flipping state Senate seat

Iowa Democrat Catelin Drey defeated Republican Christopher Prosch for an open state Senate seat, breaking the GOP's supermajority in the upper chamber.

August 26

Democrats outraged that alleged gang member could be sent to Uganda

Democrats are expressing outrage that alleged MS-13 gang member, human smuggler and illegal immigrant Kilmar Abrego Garcia may be deported to Uganda by the Trump admin.

August 26

DNC members rally around pro-DEI resolution: 'These are American values'

The Democratic National Committee reaffirms support for DEI initiatives following 2024 election losses and millions spent on Republican ads attacking transgender rights.

August 26

DNC summer meeting derailed after tensions flare over dueling resolutions: 'Losing our future'

Growing discord among Democrats over Gaza war surfaces at DNC meeting as progressive and moderate wings clash on Israel policy and arms embargo

August 26

White House accuses Pritzker, Illinois Dems of whining while Chicago crime rages

President Donald Trump confirmed his willingness to send troops to Chicago amid his crime crackdown, while city officials cited a 33% reduction in homicides under Mayor Brandon Johnson.

August 26

Zohran Mamdani's $1M fundraising haul fueled by out-of-state donors, data reveals

Zohran Mamdani's New York City mayoral campaign raised over $1 million, with more than half of donations coming from outside New York state, according to campaign finance data.

August 26

Parents blast blue state governor for extending student financial aid to illegal immigrants

Parents in Illinois are enraged about a new law signed by Democratic Gov. J.B. Pritzker extending student financial aid eligibility to illegal aliens.