Trump faces uphill battle to win general election
Analysts note Trump must broaden appeal beyond GOP base to defeat Hillary Clinton. He faces resistance from Latinos and independent women, while Democrats seek to leverage his weaknesses to win down ballot races. Texas Democrats push for gains in North Texas amid a restless political landscape.
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Ryan withholds support as Trump unity urged
House Speaker Paul Ryan says he will not back Donald Trump for president and urges party unity. He explains he is not ready to endorse the nominee, while Trump responds that he is likewise not ready to back the agenda. Clinton Democrats caution about Trump impact on the GOP.
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Sanders shifts Democrats left on health care policy
The piece notes rising Democratic doubts about the ACA as Bernie Sanders pushes for Medicare for All. It cites Kaiser polling showing more Democrats want to expand the law, with 27 million uninsured and rising unaffordability shaping debates ahead of a 2016 primary, impacting Hillary Clinton’s strategy.
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Democrats push female candidates to seize Senate edge
Democrats aim to run female contenders in nine states for the Senate in November tying opponents to Donald Trump. Leaders say electing Democratic women could shift control as Hillary Clinton tops the ticket. Ann Kirkpatrick and Katie McGinty cite Trump rhetoric as mobilizing factors against Republican incumbents such as John McCain and Pat Toomey.
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Five ex lawmakers seek fresh runs in cycle of 2016
Democratic veterans Brad Schneider Carol Shea Porter and Pete Gallego seek re election in a friendlier climate after losses in 2014. Other former members in distant races include Joe Baca Ric Keller Aaron Hill Paul Broun Joe Garcia and Annette Taddeo with varied odds in six districts.
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