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Taylor Swift Ticket Trouble could Drive Political Engagement
Some of Taylor Swift's fans want you to know three things: They're not still 16, they have careers and resources and, right now, they're angry. That's a powerful political motivator, researchers say.
Pelosi Won't Seek Leadership Role, Plans to Stay in Congress
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Thursday that she will not seek a leadership position in the new Congress, a pivotal realignment making way for a new generation of leaders after Democrats lost control of the House to Republicans in the midterm elections.
Twitter Responds to Senator Lindsey Graham Opposing the 'Respect for Marriage Act'
To no one's surprise, South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham voted against the "Respect for Marriage Act" on Wednesday. Given the senator's conflicted history with gay issues, Twitter responded in kind.
Trump Seeks White House Again Amid GOP Losses, Legal Probes
Former President Donald Trump said Tuesday that he will mount a third White House campaign, launching an early start to the 2024 contest.
'Did Not End Well': New Pence Book Details Split with Trump
Former Vice President Mike Pence blames Donald Trump for endangering his family "and all those serving at the Capitol" on Jan. 6 in a new memoir released Tuesday.
Trump Prepares to Launch Third Campaign for the White House
Former President Donald Trump is preparing to launch his third campaign for the White House on Tuesday, looking to move on from disappointing midterm defeats and defy history.
Democrats Keep Senate Majority as GOP Push Falters in Nevada
Democrats kept control of the Senate on Saturday, repelling Republican efforts to retake the chamber and making it harder for them to thwart President Joe Biden's agenda.
Trump vs. DeSantis: A Simmering Rivalry Bursts into View
Donald Trump and Ron DeSantis have been on a collision course from the start.
MAGA Gay, GOP Candidate Headed to Congress
In a historic race between two out candidates for Congress in Long Island, MAGA-loving Republican George Santos won but don't expect him to embrace a progressive, LGBTQ+ agenda.
Trump Says He'll Make 'Big Announcement' Nov. 15 in Florida
Former President Donald Trump said Monday he will be making a "big announcement" next week as he teased a third presidential run while campaigning on the eve of the final day of voting in this year's midterm elections.
Biden Hails Democrats' 'Strong Night,' Acknowledges Concerns
President Joe Biden claimed vindication the day after the midterm elections, saying Democrats had "a strong night" and he planned to change nothing about his approach despite facing the likelihood of divided government in the nation's capital.
Marriage Equality Lead Plaintiff Jim Obergefell Loses Ohio State Rep. Bid
Jim Obergefell — the plaintiff who lends the historic Supreme Court marriage equality ruling Obergefell v Hodges its name — lost against incumbent Ohio State Rep. D.J. Swearingen.
Watch: 2022 Midterms Mark More Firsts for LGBTQ+ Candidates
The 2022 midterms saw even more LGBTQ+ candidates win their races across a broad array of governmental levels than the 2020 "rainbow wave" ushered in, including some significant firsts.
Democrat Balint will be Vermont's 1st Gay Person, Woman in Congress
Democrat Becca Balint on Tuesday won the race for Vermont's lone seat in the U.S. House, becoming the first woman and first openly gay person to represent the state in Congress.
Dems Show Surprising Strength; Control of Congress Unclear
Control of Congress hung in the balance Wednesday as Democrats showed surprising strength, defeating Republicans in a series of competitive races.
Slavery Rejected in Some, Not All, States Where on Ballot
Voters in three states approved ballot measures that will change their state constitutions to prohibit slavery and involuntary servitude as punishment for crime, while those in a fourth state rejected the move.
Maura Healey is 1st Lesbian Elected Massachusetts Governor
Democratic Attorney General Maura Healey has been elected governor of Massachusetts, making history as the state's first woman and first openly gay candidate elected to the office.
Massachusetts Voters Weighing Stark Choice for Governor
The election pits Democrat Maura Healey, who would be the state's first woman and first openly gay candidate elected governor, against Republican Geoff Diehl, a former state representative who was endorsed by Donald Trump.
Banned Book Lesson Thrusts Oklahoma Teacher into Campaign
A book-loving English teacher in Oklahoma was the focus of an ugly statewide campaign, with calls for her to be prosecuted, thrown in prison, or even lynched.
LGBTQ+ Candidates Up for Office in Every U.S. State
Win or lose, LGBTQ+ Americans are making history in the 2022 midterm elections. For the first time, ballots in all 50 states will include out candidates.