It's August, which means lawmakers are fanning out across the country to campaign for themselves and their colleagues. Why it matters: A friendly senator or House member can help on the stump. But only a handful can juice fundraising , draw a real crowd or make a mark with an endorsement. And Democrats have more of them. Zoom in: Axios asked strategists in both parties which lawmakers have enough star power to move voters, draw crowds or open wallets for candidates far from home. - There aren't many, but a few names came up again and again. For Democrats: No one compares to former President Obama. But among lawmakers, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) has never been hotter, as progressives and democratic socialists take down one…
AI:As lawmakers head into the August recess to campaign for the upcoming midterms, a divide has emerged between Washington leadership and those with true grassroots star power. On the Democratic side, Bernie Sanders is seeing a massive surge in influence as his populist message gains traction among working-class voters, bolstered by the rising grassroots dominance of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. While establishment figures like Chuck Schumer struggle with low approval ratings despite record fundraising, the progressive wing—including names like Mark Kelly and Jim Clyburn—is increasingly seen as vital for mobilizing specific voter blocs. Meanwhile, Republicans rely heavily on the overwhelming influence of President Trump, though individual…Open
Congress is on its August recess, but lawmakers are still keeping busy as six states hold primary elections on Tuesday. #Elections #Maxmiller #Francescahong #Primaryelections
The congressional town hall is becoming an endangered species. Why it matters: August recess once meant lawmakers returning home to face constituents — sometimes friendly, sometimes furious. After a wave of explosive confrontations last year, many lawmakers have stopped them altogether. - Rep. Mike Flood (R-Neb.) is among the dwindling number of lawmakers who still regularly subject themselves to the traditional, open town hall. - "You've got to show up in the town square and answer the questions. I told people I'd do it when I ran, and I kept my promise," Flood told Axios. - Flood holds three in-person town halls a year. He said his forums last year each drew about 750 people, while attendance this year has ranged from 235 to 315.…
Senators have already confirmed President Donald Trump's choice to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and advanced the continuing resolution to avert the shutdown, but a final vote on it has not yet been scheduled.
Florida Rep. Byron Donalds demanded that the Senate give up its August recess to pass the SAVE America Act on “Wake Up America,” urging lawmakers to put the American people ahead of Senate procedure.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) is facing one of the busiest weeks of the year as Republicans race to wrap up a lengthy to-do list before lawmakers leave for the month-long August recess. The Hill's Congressional reporter Sudiksha Kochi breaks down this week's Capitol Hill agenda. #Capitolhill #Politics #Republican
