Now that Republicans control both the executive and legislative branches, their plans to replace Obamacare — yes, they exist — will amount to more than just hot air. One new proposal shows they’re beginning to take their newfound responsibility seriously. The bill, introduced by Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana with three ... Read More »

The Latest on the U.S. presidential race (all times EDT): 1:25 p.m. Republican National Committee Chairman Reince Priebus is among a handful of high-profile Republicans considering whether to confront Donald Trump about his approach to his presidential campaign. That’s according to a Republican official with direct knowledge of Priebus’ plans, ... Read More »

The Democratic National Convention gaveled into session Monday engulfed in a toxic fog of bad news and worse media incentives that threatened to stagger what was meant to be a well-planned and festive event. Donald Trump’s real, sizable convention bounce, and the release by Wikileaks of hacked DNC emails that ... Read More »