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Rep. Elise Stefanik, a top Trump ally, announced a run for governor in 2026 against Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul.

Orban, an authoritarian leader, has been praised by President Donald Trump as a "strong man."

Stefanik, a Trump ally, has been a vocal critic of Hochul.

They showed surprising interest in a possible legal justification.

The justices will vote during a private conference on whether to hear the case.

Orban, an authoritarian leader, has been praised by Trump as a "strong man."

As Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi announces her retirement, Rep. Sara Jacobs, D-Calif., joins ABC News to talk about her mentor's significance as well as where that leaves the Democratic Party.

"My cost are lower than the Democrats on everything," Trump claimed.

The president later said the man was "fine."

Expert says this mood has built up to a "breaking point."

The Supreme Court heard arguments over the legality of President Donald Trump’s global tariffs program.

The 6-3 decision by the conservative majority overrides lower court decisions.

Zohran Mamdani is set to become the city's first Muslim mayor.

Brittney Barlett, the executive director of Try This WV, said she's worried there won't be enough staff or space to handle the demand.

Two key candidates are already running for her congressional seat.

"I'm glad she's retiring," Trump said in the Oval Office.

Trump announced the deal with drugmakers Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to expand coverage and reduce prices for their popular obesity treatments Zepbound and Wegovy.

ABC News’ Jay O’Brien talks about what Congress would look like after Pelosi leaves office in 2027: “We don't know what will happen now with this seat.”

A Democrat powerhouse, Pelosi had one of the most consequential legislative careers in history.

Her departure will mark the end of an era for Congress.

Democratic presidential hopefuls have visited key early or battleground states.

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Republican Senator Ted Cruz about the ramifications of Tuesday’s election results as the government shutdown becomes the longest in U.S. history.

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with Republican Senator Ted Cruz about the ramifications of Tuesday’s election results as the government shutdown becomes the longest in U.S. history.

The case deals with the potential expansion of presidential powers.

Democrats get wins in blue states but the midterm battlefield is more difficult.

President Trump said he'll "take care" of New York City after self-described democratic socialist Zohran Mandani won the city's mayoral election on Tuesday night.

Schumer and Jeffries are calling for a meeting with Trump and GOP to negotiate.

Trump said the U.S. "is not going communist in any way, shape or form."

CPB says it's been six months of zero releases into the U.S. to await hearings.

The Supreme Court will decide whether President Trump’s sweeping global tariffs are legal in a case with major consequences for the global economy and presidential power.

ABC News' Jay O'Brien reports on the latest developments in negotiations to end the government shutdown.

A judge on Wednesday sharply questioned the DOJ's handling of evidence in its case against ex-FBI Director James Comey, saying prosecutors' conduct was "highly unusual."

The justices will decide whether a president has unfettered power to tariff.

Democrat Marsha Espinoza and former RNC spokesperson Elizabeth Pipko discuss election results from Tuesday's key races.

Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani appeared Wednesday on "Good Morning America."

The Supreme Court will hear arguments over the legality of President Donald Trump's global tariffs program in a blockbuster case with extraordinary significance for future presidential power.

Mamdani will be the first Muslim and South Asian mayor of NYC.

The Liberty Justice Center supports enforcing limits on government overreach.

The economy and direction of the country were at the top of voters' minds.

California's Proposition 50, redrawing the congressional map to make five districts more Democratic-leaning, will pass, ABC News projects.

California's Proposition 50, redrawing the congressional map to make five districts more Democratic-leaning, will pass, ABC News projects.

The economy, dissatisfaction with the country, helped Democrats win key seats.

California Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom delivered a victory speech after voters were projected to approve Proposition 50 — a redistricting measure that could net Democrats five House seats.

Democrat Zohran Mamdani delivers his winning remarks after a projected win of the New York City mayoral election. He is set to be the first the city's Muslim mayor of South Asian descent.

Republican Jack Ciattarelli delivered a concession speech after projections that he will lose the New Jersey’s governor race against Democrat Mikie Sherrill.

Now in its 36th day, pain points for Americans continue to mount.

The 2025 stalemate surpassed 35 days, becoming the longest in U.S. history. ABC News' Perry Russom breaks down the five longest shutdowns from Carter to Trump.

Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo addressed supporters and conceded in the New York City mayoral election to history-making win by Zohran Mamdani.

See Prop. 50 vote counts and learn what the ballot measure will change.

Democrat Mikie Sherrill delivered remarks amid projections that she will win New Jersey’s governor race against Republican Jack Ciattarelli.