DelBene chairs the DCCC and has steered the district through redistricting since 2012; she is a prominent Democrat on tech-economy policy.
The Supreme Court has struck down a cap on coordinated party spending in support of candidates, in a 6-3 decision. The ruling upends decades of campaign finance rules, expanding parties’ ability to coordinate with campaigns ahead of the midterms. Republican committees hold a cash advantage over Democrats.
The political landscape remains deeply divided as parties press their bets ahead of the 2026 midterms. Democrats emphasize affordability and candidate momentum while Republicans highlight concerns about messaging and a changing economy. Trump’s address and congressional responses shape the campaign climate.
Democrats have launched a governing-and-campaign push aimed at lowering living costs as the 2026 midterms approach. House and gubernatorial contests in key states are shaping expectations, with candidates highlighting affordability, healthcare, and energy costs as central issues.
Democrats are navigating internal tensions as progressive candidates gain ground in primaries, challenging establishment figures and complicating strategies to retake the House and win key Senate seats. The DCCC’s intervention in primaries has drawn scrutiny, with critics arguing it undermines candidate diversity and local accountability.