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President Barack Obama pauses while speaking to the media during a news conference in the East Room a day after Democrats lost the U.S. Senate majority on Nov. 5, 2014, in Washington, D.C.

No-bama Coalition This Time Around

Disillusionment and midterm trends led millennials and minorities to opt out in 2014.


Ted Cruz Is Scoping Out 2016 Office Space

Americans remain skeptical about the health law, which will affect how they cast their votes on Election Day.

No Ground Troops Limits ISIS War Efforts

Gen. Lloyd Austin discussed the difficulties of a war fought strictly from the air. 

GOP May Scrap Medical Device Tax

Looking for a political win, Republicans are looking to pull apart portions of Obamacare.

Hillary Clinton's Tough Election Night

In most places where the potential presidential contender campaigned, the Democrat lost.

Wall Street Stocks Looking Up After GOP Win

Business may see the new Republican majority as a chance for fewer surprises.

GOP Promise on Trade Agreements

Two large pending U.S. trade agreements could see passage under Republicans.

Midterm Turnout Down in 2014

New data for the midterm elections show turnout dropped in most states.

Washington Expands Gun Restrictions

A measure to expand background checks in the state proves a successful test case for big donors.