Tossup Race for NJ Governor Draws Big Money and a Bright Spotlight

National party leaders have taken a keen interest in the race for governor of New Jersey, where Jack Ciattarelli, a Republican, is competing against Representative Mikie Sherrill, a Democrat.

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Vance Invokes Charlie Kirk in Midterms Push to G.O.P. Donors

Vice President JD Vance urged major contributors to win the 2026 midterms to honor Charlie Kirk, who was Mr. Vance’s close friend.

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Trump and Democrats Float Unusual Midterm Conventions

Both parties appear to be weighing gatherings that would gin up excitement for candidates in 2026 — and give a major platform for ambitious politicians hoping to lead the parties in 2028.

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Joe Gruters, a Trump Ally, to Lead the Republican National Committee

He had no opposition in his bid to replace Michael Whatley, who is leaving to run for Senate in North Carolina.

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Republicans Are Clobbering Democrats in Super PAC Fund-Raising

When it comes to attracting mega-donors, Republicans are crushing Democrats.

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Trump Donor Pleads Guilty to Bilking People Who Wanted Access and Visas

Sherry Xue Li and a partner took in more than $30 million from unwitting foreign investors as part of a nearly decadelong scheme.

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Michael Whatley, R.N.C. Chairman, to Run for Senate in North Carolina

His entry will pave the way for a marquee contest in 2026, with former Gov. Roy Cooper planning to seek the Democratic nomination.

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Vance Keeps Aggressive Summer Fund-Raising Schedule for G.O.P.

The vice president is set to appear in Nantucket, Mass., Jackson Hole, Wyo., and San Diego this month in his role as the Republicans’ finance chair.

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Vance to Lead G.O.P. Fund-Raising, an Apparent First for a Vice President

Serving as the party’s finance chair heading into the 2026 midterm elections could help him position himself for the 2028 presidential primary race.

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Democrats, Under New Leader, Join Fight Against Georgia Election Rules

One of the D.N.C.’s first official moves with Ken Martin at the helm is joining a lawsuit seeking to block the hand-counting of ballots in Georgia.

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