Mamdani supporters see an opening for more hopeful politics in his win Zohran Mamdani will be the next mayor of America's biggest city. But voters who elected him say the hopeful tone and big ideas of Mamdani's campaign could resonate beyond New York City. Brian Mann
What can Democrats learn from their victories in off-year elections across the U.S.? Democrats won in a variety of races across the country by combining an anti-Trump message with a positive message on improving affordability. Mara Liasson
Rubio, Hegseth brief lawmakers on boat strikes as frustration grows on Capitol Hill Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth briefed top lawmakers on Wednesday on a series of strikes conducted by the Trump administration on alleged drug boats. Claudia Grisales
NYC's next mayor is a democratic socialist. What does that mean? Democratic socialism doesn't have a one-size-fits-all definition. But its proponents emphasize a stronger role for the government over the economy to benefit the public. Rachel Treisman
Judge orders White House to use American Sign Language interpreters at briefings The National Association of the Deaf is celebrating a legal victory against the White House. A judge ordered ASL for briefings conducted by the press secretary or President Trump. Kristin Wright
Democrats' 2025 election wins go beyond big races to places like Georgia, Pennsylvania Democrats enjoyed major wins beyond just the marquee races, up and down the ballot — and across the country — continuing the party's momentum heading into the 2026 midterm elections. Stephen Fowler
What do White House visitors think of East Wing demolition? People have been coming to the White House in the past two weeks to see the massive new construction project.
Democrats sweep key races across the country Democrats celebrated major victories in key races across the country Tuesday night, winning gubernatorial races in Virginia and New Jersey, as well as New York City's closely watched mayoral race. Hosts
Analyst Larry Sabato talks about Tuesday's election results and what they mean NPR's Leila Fadel discusses the issues and influences that defined Tuesday's election wins and losses with University of Virginia political analyst Larry Sabato. Leila Fadel
Abigail Spanberger, Virginia's first woman governor, talks about Tuesday's win Democrat Abigail Spanberger will be Virginia's next governor, defeating her Republican opponent, Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears. She joins NPR to talk about becoming Virginia's first woman governor. Leila Fadel