
Midterms launch wave of historic firsts for some states — and for the nation
Read full article: Midterms launch wave of historic firsts for some states — and for the nationThis midterm election will be remembered not just for the stunning number of losses Democrats handed to President Donald Trump and Republicans but for a wave of historic firsts across the country.

Gov. JB Pritzker criticizes AIPAC after pro-Israel group spent heavily in Illinois primary
Read full article: Gov. JB Pritzker criticizes AIPAC after pro-Israel group spent heavily in Illinois primaryIllinois Gov. JB Pritzker is condemning special interest money that poured into the state ahead of this week’s primary, including from a pro-Israel political group that the billionaire and potential 2028 presidential contender once supported.

Where big spending won – and lost – in the Illinois primary
Read full article: Where big spending won – and lost – in the Illinois primaryIllinois Democrats ushered in a new generation of lawmakers Tuesday night, picking five new nominees for Congress in open seats that are favored to remain in Democratic hands this fall.

Cryptocurrency and AI industries tested their influence in Illinois. It didn't go that well
Read full article: Cryptocurrency and AI industries tested their influence in Illinois. It didn't go that wellThe artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency industries have suffered a setback as they try to reshape the midterm elections and establish themselves as power players in American politics.

Obama made his DNC debut 20 years ago. He's returning to make the case for Kamala Harris
Read full article: Obama made his DNC debut 20 years ago. He's returning to make the case for Kamala HarrisBarack Obama is returning to the Democratic National Convention stage two decades after his memorable debut.



