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The latest news and top stories on Republican Party. A prominent United States-based political party, the Republican Party, also known as the GOP, is headquartered in Washington DC. Founded in 1854 to combat the expansion of slavery, its primary mission has evolved to advocate for conservative principles. Key areas of focus include promoting reduced taxes, limited government, free markets and a strong national defence. The party is significant for its historical role in abolishing slavery under Abraham Lincoln and its continued influence in American politics, currently holding the presidency and majorities in Congress.

Republican Party

Is this the face of Democrats’ 2026 US midterm hopes?

The Texas Senate race holds implications for which party will control the chamber after the midterms.

US lawmakers vote to subpoena Pam Bondi over Epstein files

All eyes on Texas as first elections of the 2026 midterm campaigns begin

Bill Clinton grilled over Epstein ties by US lawmakers

His testimony follows that of his wife, Hillary Clinton, who says the panel asked her about UFOs and a 2016-era conspiracy theory.

Hillary Clinton grilled on Epstein, demands Trump testify

Former secretary of state denies Epstein ties in an hours-long deposition, as her husband Bill Clinton is set to face questioning.

Maxwell seeks clemency from Trump before publicly giving ‘unfiltered truth’

Ghislaine Maxwell’s lawyer links agreeing to any public testimony to a deal from the White House.

California can use new map for midterms despite last-ditch bid by Trump admin

The US Supreme Court rejected a Republican appeal against the use of the electoral map, which could help the Democrats flip up to five seats.

Clintons to testify in US House Epstein probe, heading off contempt vote

A vote to hold the Clintons in contempt for defying subpoenas is suspended after they agree to appear in person.

RNC outpacing Democrats in fundraising ahead of US midterms

Republican National Committee holds nearly US$100 million advantage with control of Congress at stake in November.

ICE thaw? White House softens tone after Minneapolis killings outrage

Some federal agents will start leaving Minneapolis following White House talks with the state’s governor and city mayor.

Clintons refuse to testify in Epstein probe, defying Republican threats

Lawmakers from Trump’s party have zeroed in on Bill Clinton’s ties to the financier, as they wrestle with the Epstein files fallout.

House votes to extend Obamacare subsidies, thanks to revolt among Republicans

17 conservative lawmakers defied party leadership to vote with the Democrats, putting pressure on the Senate to follow suit.

Maduro copied my dance – but Melania hates it, Trump says

A US news report says the Venezuelan leader’s regular public dancing convinced White House officials it was time to act.

‘I’ll get impeached’: Trump warns Republicans of stakes in US midterms

US president says he will likely be impeached a third time if Democrats prevail as he demands total Republican unity.

Zohran Mamdani takes over as New York mayor in the era of Trump

Mamdani sworn in as the first Muslim leader of America’s biggest city, placing his hand on a Koran as he took his oath.

Trump issues first vetoes, as ally who backed Epstein vote fears ‘retaliation’

The US president killed two Republican-sponsored bills, including one from Maga lawmaker Lauren Boebert.

Trump’s Justice Department says may have found a million more Epstein files

After missing the deadline for releasing Epstein-related records, the US Justice Department says it may need a ‘few more weeks’.

US Justice Department denies cover-up as Trump photo restored to Epstein files

Officials backtrack on removing an image showing several photos including the US president with women after omission comes under scrutiny.

Trump at ‘risk of becoming the deep state’ after Epstein file omissions

Some Republicans fear the controversy is far from over and the limited disclosures could hurt the party at next year’s midterm election.

Epstein victims angry over gaps and censorship in long-awaited file release

Survivors wonder if the redactions and blackouts are there to protect them or the ‘elite men’ who associated with the sex offender.

Are Trump loyalists struggling in US rural heartland ready to say ‘enough’?

Hammered by crippling costs and precious revenue lost to China, Midwest farmers’ loyalty to the US president will be tested in 2026 midterms.

Trump Justice Department releases partial set of Epstein files for now

US official says more of the long-awaited documents will follow in coming months, citing legal limits to protect victims and investigations.

4 Republicans defy House speaker to force vote on extending Obamacare subsidies

The revolt comes as millions in America face soaring health insurance costs when their Affordable Care Act tax credits expire at year’s end.

Indiana Republicans defy Trump to reject new electoral map

The move was a rare rebuke to the US president, who has been trying to boost his party’s chances of keeping control of the House.

Hegseth’s G2 description for US-China ties ‘problematic’, House Democrat warns

House representative Raja Krishnamoorthi says term sidelines US allies and partners while making Beijing ‘coequal’ to Washington.

Trump defends economic record at rally, vows to make US ‘affordable again’

Trump holds a rambling campaign-style rally in Pennsylvania as his administration grapples with voter anxiety about the economy.

US Supreme Court allows Texas to use Trump-backed voting map

Ruling bolsters the Republican Party’s hopes of flipping as many as five House seats in the state.

FBI charges man with planting pipe bombs on eve of January 6, 2021 Capitol riot

The arrest of 30-year-old suspect Brian Cole Jnr is the first breakthrough in the nearly five-year-old case that had long vexed law enforcement.