WASHINGTON, Dec. 11 -- The Democratic National Committee issued the following news release: In response to North Carolina Republican lawmakers' overriding Governor Cooper's veto to stop them from stripping powers away from the incoming Democratic governor and attorney general, DNC Chair Jaime Harrison released the following statement: "The North Carolina Republican Party is desperately trying to cling to power after North Carolinians soundly rejected state Republicans at the ballot box this N more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 10 -- The Green Party of the U.S. issued the following news release: The Green Party of the United States expressed grave concern over the recent declaration of martial law in South Korea by President Yoon Suk Yeol. While we acknowledge the complexities of governing in a time of heightened tensions, we firmly believe that such an unprecedented and authoritarian action undermines democratic principles and the trust of the South Korean people. "The deployment of armed troops in  more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 11 -- The Democratic National Committee issued the following news release: Yesterday, DNC Chair Jaime Harrison and House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries hosted a virtual townhall with grassroots supporters where they discussed the 2024 election, the future of the Democratic Party, and the important work that lies ahead to defend Americans' rights and freedoms from the incoming Trump administration. Chair Harrison and Leader Jeffries also discussed President Biden and Vice Pre more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 9 -- The Democratic National Committee issued the following news release: On Friday, the North Carolina Democratic Party filed a lawsuit in federal court to stop North Carolina Republicans from attempting to throw out 60,000 votes to steal a State Supreme Court election rightfully won by Democrat Allison Riggs. The DNC supports the North Carolina Democratic Party in their fight to ensure that North Carolina Republicans do not get away with their cynical and brazen attempt to  more PR

BOISE, Idaho, Dec. 13 -- The Idaho Democratic Party issued the following statement on Dec. 12, 2024, by Chair Lauren Necochea: * * * When accountability is sidelined in favor of extreme ideology, democracy suffers. This month, incoming Republican legislators elected new leadership that shifts significant power to the far-right. This has troubling implications for the upcoming session and the future of our state. The new balance of power within House Republican leadership is especially alarmi more PR

AUGUSTA, Maine, Dec. 12 -- The Maine Democratic Party issued the following statement on Dec. 11, 2024: * * * Following news that Sen. Susan Collins met for over an hour today with Secretary of Defense nominee and Fox News personality Pete Hegseth, Maine Democratic Party Chair Bev Uhlenhake released the following statement: "Just last week, Sen. Susan Collins said she was "concerned" with Pete Hegseth's nomination, due to serious allegations of sexual assault and harassment against him. Meanwh more PR

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Dec. 9 -- The Democratic Party of Missouri issued the following news on Dec. 8, 2024: Today, the Missouri Democratic State Committee met to elect Party leadership to serve over 2025 - 2026 at the committee's annual meeting. The Missouri Democratic State Committee reelected Russ Carnahan as Chair and Yvonne Reeves-Chong as Vice Chair. Glenda Bainbridge was reelected as Treasurer and Joshua Dunne was elected as the Committee's Secretary. Despite a national election t more PR

LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Dec. 11 -- The Nevada Democratic Party issued the following news release: Last week, Joe Lombardo posted support for conspiracy theorist Kash Patel's nomination for FBI Director as former Trump officials warn of massive damage to the department if Patel is confirmed. Patel, who has virtually no management experience but has been described as Trump's "political executioner", has faced bipartisan blowback, including from Trump's former National Security Adviser, who compared th more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 13 -- The Democratic National Committee issued the following news release: As part of a desperate ploy to cling to their dwindling power, North Carolina Republicans passed a bill this week that strips key powers away from the incoming Democratic governor and attorney general. Instead of accepting their election losses, state Republicans plotted a lame duck power grab to overturn democracy cloaking their bogus legislation inside what was supposed to be a bill offering relief to  more PR

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Dec. 14 -- The Ohio Democratic Party issued the following news on Dec. 13, 2024: Today, the Ohio Democratic Party kicked off a statewide effort to rally thousands of Democrats to run for local office, especially in races that are often uncontested. This candidate recruitment program is part of a national movement led by Contest Every Race to ensure every Republican faces a challenger, especially in down-ballot races that most impact their communities. Despite the disappointing more PR

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Dec. 13 -- The Ohio Democratic Party issued the following news: In case you missed it, Ohio Attorney General yesterday joined 23 other state attorneys general in pledging support for Kash Patel, Trump's pick to run the FBI, calling him a "smart, component reformer." But Patel's nomination has been mired in controversy after previous comments surfaced of him pledging to "come after" political opponents and members of the media. Despite his lack of experience within the FBI, Pate more PR

WASHINGTON, Dec. 9 -- The Democratic Governors Association issued the following news: This weekend, America's Democratic governors voted to elect Kansas Governor Laura Kelly to continue serving as Chair of the Democratic Governors Association, and for Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear to serve as Vice Chair in 2025 and Chair-Elect in 2026. The vote comes as Democratic governors are proving to be a vital force in charting a path forward for both the Democratic Party and the country, with coverage  more PR

AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 11 -- The Texas Democratic Party issued the following statement on Dec. 10, 2024, by Chair Gilberto Hinojosa: * * * "For nearly a decade, Judge Tano Tijerina represented Webb County as a proud Texas Democrat, championing initiatives that echo the values and priorities of our party by lowering taxes, rebuilding infrastructure, and supporting small businesses. While his abrupt switch to the Republican Party reflects his own personal and political journey, it does not reflect  more PR