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Portugal's PM António Costa resigned hours after a corruption investigation reached his inner circle
Michigan Democrat draws fire for statement about ‘resistance’ as Joe Biden’s party divided by response to conflict
Closely watched contests give glimmer of hope to president’s party as 2024 campaign gets into gear
Party strategists and commentators trade barbs over whether US president should drop re-election bid
Warning signs for Democrats as America appears to be heading for close presidential rematch
Biden’s stance on Israel has won support in Jewish community but risks alienating progressives
Congressman from Minnesota aims to capitalise on unease about Joe Biden’s age
Former president draws flak over criticism of Israeli leader in wake of Hamas attack
Anti-Israel sentiment on university campuses and in street protests sparks anger and resentment
The US senator’s indictment is big news in a region long accustomed to dirty machine politics
History’s most startling compromises have occurred outside the halls of power
Senators voice concern about aspects of a deal that are likely to require congressional approval
Appointment of former adviser to vice-president and labour leader to maintain Democrat’s control of upper house
A trailblazing Californian politician who drew criticism from her own party towards the end of a 45-year career
Tributes pour in for long-serving California Democrat who was a pioneer for women in American politics
City’s mayor and federal government spar as thousands of people arrive seeking work and housing
Kevin McCarthy has been under pressure from Trump allies to launch probe into president
Liberals fret too much about dictatorship and not enough about chaos
The Democratic party needs to rethink whether its positions are simply those of the elite
Federal filings show businessman Timothy Mellon gave $5mn to back Biden rival’s presidential bid
Republicans add measures against abortion, diversity and transgender rights to spending bill
Campaign confident despite anxious Democratic donors and cut-price tickets for some events
Party officials are conferring with sister parties around the world for strategies on winning elections
Party loyalists on the coasts continue to remain out of touch with Middle America
Legislation heads to Biden for his signature just four days before Treasury deadline
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