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Since its passage, the Republicans have not stopped talking about the tax bill as their silver bullet to hold the House majority, promising that every Republican would run on its claimed benefits. But Stivers just changed his tune. On Meet the Press Daily, NRCC Chairman Steve Stivers was just asked to defend the Republican tax […]

Today, DCCC Chairman Ben Ray Luján named Congressman-elect Conor Lamb (PA-18) to the DCCC’s Frontline Program, its incumbent protection program, which helps ensure Members maintain strong campaigns, maximize resources and take full advantage of Democratic grassroots energy. “Congressman-elect Conor Lamb embodies toughness, hard work and service, and represents the very best of his community and […]

Following a devastating loss for Republicans in PA-18, the non-partisan election forecasters at Sabato’s Crystal Ball moved their ratings for Congressional Races in OH-12, OH-14, OH-15, and OH-16 away from Republicans. OH-01 was already listed as Lean Republican. “The election results from PA-18 should put Ohio Republicans on notice,” said DCCC spokesperson Amanda Sherman. “The […]

Veteran operative is the first Latino to direct a party campaign committee IN CASE YOU MISSED IT —- Democrats Look to Dan Sena to Secure House Majority | Roll Call By Nathan L. Gonzales Mar 14, 2018 http://www.rollcall.com/news/gonzales/democrats-look-sena-secure-house-majority Armed with a Nokia cellphone and a couple of semesters of graduate school, Dan Sena was ready […]

Vulnerable House Republicans walked the plank on a tax scam that could end their careers With Congressman-elect Conor Lamb pulling off a huge upset in PA-18, House Republicans across the country – including those in districts that President Trump won by a wide margin – are facing the reality that their political careers could be […]

Realities of the Republican District Pennsylvania’s 18th Congressional District has reliably voted Republican. President Trump won PA-18 by 20 points. Romney won by 17 points. There are 114 GOP-held seats more competitive than PA-18, based on Cook PVI.   The Current Cook Partisan Voter Index (PVI) for PA-18 is R+11. Republicans spent more than $10 million […]

DCCC Chairman Ben Ray Luján released the following statement on Congressman-elect Conor Lamb’s victory in Pennsylvania’s 18th Congressional District: “I want to congratulate Conor Lamb and his team of grassroots supporters on an incredible victory. I’m excited to have Conor as a colleague and look forward to working with him on the critical issues facing […]

Rep. Peter Roskam was asked whether he would want President Donald Trump to campaign for him in his district. Here’s how his office responded: “We have not requested the president’s assistance and we don’t plan on requesting his assistance.” So you’re saying there’s a chance… But seriously, Peter Roskam votes with Trump 94% of the […]

Facing a tight race in deep-red Trump country, Republicans have spent the past week trashing Rick Saccone, blaming a potential loss on his weak candidacy and lackluster fundraising. Ignore the spin. Because regardless of the outcome, the real loser of the special election in PA-18 is undeniably the GOP Tax Plan. After spending nearly $2.5 […]

Today, the non-partisan election forecaster Sabato’s Crystal Ball shifted a whopping 26 races towards Democrats. Citing the positive environment for Democratic candidates and incumbents, Sabato’s Kyle Kondik noted that, “it will be difficult for Republicans to dislodge many or perhaps even any Democratic incumbents.” Kondik also acknowledged that the lack of Republican tax messaging in […]