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Midterms heat up as Trump signals importance of 2026 elections

Midterms heat up as Trump signals importance of 2026 elections

"President Trump is signaling the importance of the 2026 midterm elections for Republicans vying to keep power in Congress. Emily Cherniack, the founder and executive director of New Politics, joins CBS News with more on efforts to help Democrats win."
March 24, 2026
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Can Democratic veterans running for Congress reclaim the patriotism narrative from the GOP?

Can Democratic veterans running for Congress reclaim the patriotism narrative from the GOP?

"New Politics recruits candidates with military backgrounds and has endorsed Bennett and Maasdam."
June 29, 2026
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The Democratic veterans trying to repeat 2018

The Democratic veterans trying to repeat 2018

"Self-dubbed the “Hell Cats” after the first female Marines who served in World War I, four Democratic candidates hope their military experience and pragmatic approach to addressing affordability will help them win in competitive races."
November 17, 2025
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The Politico 50: Emily Cherniack

The Politico 50: Emily Cherniack

"Fifty years ago, the majority of members of Congress had served in the military. Today, that figure is below 20 percent, and President Trump notably avoided serving in Vietnam with five draft deferrals. Boston-based political recruiter Emily Cherniack is trying to change that. “More than ever, we need proven leaders with courage, integrity and empathy to fix our politics,” she says."
November 18, 2025
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NEW POLITICS IN THE NEWS

Tram Nguyen is being outspent. Don’t count her out

Tram Nguyen is being outspent. Don’t count her out

"New Politics endorsed Nguyen on Monday, a notable development in this district. The organization helped recruit and propel Seth Moulton in his long shot 2014 challenge against John Tierney."
July 28, 2026
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"A Crisis Moment": New Politics Launches $20 Million Push to Recruit Service-Oriented Candidate

"A Crisis Moment": New Politics Launches $20 Million Push to Recruit Service-Oriented Candidate

"New Politics, a group focused on supporting candidates from service backgrounds, is launching a multimillion-dollar effort to recruit thousands of candidates over the next four years. And the congressman co-chairing the effort said it comes as the country faces “a crisis moment in political leadership."
March 27, 2025
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In Battle for House, Democrats Are Calling Up Military Recruits

In Battle for House, Democrats Are Calling Up Military Recruits

"Aware of its deeply unpopular national brand, the Democratic Party is turning to an unusually large crop of veterans to help it retake the House next year."
March 8, 2025
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A perfect storm is lining up for Texas Democrats

A perfect storm is lining up for Texas Democrats

New Politics-endorsed candidate James Talarico wins U.S. Senate primary in Texas
March 5, 2026
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Long-Suffering Texas Democrats Wonder: Is James Talarico the One?

Long-Suffering Texas Democrats Wonder: Is James Talarico the One?

"His guide then was Emily Cherniack, the founder of New Politics"
March 5, 2026
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Midterms heat up as Trump signals importance of 2026 elections

Midterms heat up as Trump signals importance of 2026 elections

"President Trump is signaling the importance of the 2026 midterm elections for Republicans vying to keep power in Congress. Emily Cherniack, the founder and executive director of New Politics, joins CBS News with more on efforts to help Democrats win."
March 24, 2026
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Press Releases

NEW POLITICS ENDORSED CANDIDATE ELAINE LURIA SECURES DEMOCRATIC NOMINATION IN VIRGINIA'S 2ND CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

NEW POLITICS ENDORSED CANDIDATE ELAINE LURIA SECURES DEMOCRATIC NOMINATION IN VIRGINIA'S 2ND CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

"The 20-year Navy veteran and former member of Congress secures the VA-02 Democratic nomination, setting up a November rematch with Rep. Jen Kiggans in one of the country's top DCCC Red to Blue races."
August 4, 2026
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NEW POLITICS ENDORSES TRAM NGUYEN FOR CONGRESS IN MASSACHUSETTS' 6TH DISTRICT

NEW POLITICS ENDORSES TRAM NGUYEN FOR CONGRESS IN MASSACHUSETTS' 6TH DISTRICT

"Tram Nguyen has fought for people her entire career. As a legal aid attorney, she stood up for survivors of violence, veterans, immigrants, and workers who had nowhere else to turn. Now she's ready to do that in Congress, giving people real reasons to believe that government can improve their lives. New Politics is proud to stand with her."
July 27, 2026
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WITH 100 DAYS TO GO, NEW POLITICS IS BACKING 22 SERVANT LEADERS IN FIGHT FOR THE HOUSE

WITH 100 DAYS TO GO, NEW POLITICS IS BACKING 22 SERVANT LEADERS IN FIGHT FOR THE HOUSE

"Our candidates have already proven, in uniform, in classrooms, and in their communities, that they have what it takes to lead and deliver for the American people. Their strength of character and backgrounds rooted in service is what wins elections. It's what's going to flip the House in November."
July 26, 2026
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NEW POLITICS ENDORSES CALLIE BARR FOR CONGRESS IN MICHIGAN'S 1ST DISTRICT

NEW POLITICS ENDORSES CALLIE BARR FOR CONGRESS IN MICHIGAN'S 1ST DISTRICT

"Callie understands deeply what working families across Upper and Northern Michigan are up against, and she's ready to take on the corruption that’s driving up costs and leaving people behind. New Politics is proud to stand behind her. "
July 22, 2026
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NEW POLITICS ENDORSED CANDIDATE JOANNA MENDOZA WINS DEMOCRATIC NOMINATION IN ARIZONA'S 6TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

NEW POLITICS ENDORSED CANDIDATE JOANNA MENDOZA WINS DEMOCRATIC NOMINATION IN ARIZONA'S 6TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

"Retired Marine Corps drill instructor and 20-year military veteran JoAnna Mendoza secures the AZ-06 Democratic nomination, setting up a November challenge to Rep. Juan Ciscomani in one of the country's top DCCC Red to Blue races."
July 21, 2026
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NEW POLITICS ENDORSES PIA DANDIYA FOR CONGRESS IN FLORIDA'S 22ND DISTRICT

NEW POLITICS ENDORSES PIA DANDIYA FOR CONGRESS IN FLORIDA'S 22ND DISTRICT

"Pia Dandiya has spent her entire career putting others before herself. She started as a Teach for America corps member and went on to found a public high school, becoming one of the youngest principals in the country. New Politics is proud to stand behind her campaign."
July 20, 2026
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Our candidates in the news

Can Democratic veterans running for Congress reclaim the patriotism narrative from the GOP?

Can Democratic veterans running for Congress reclaim the patriotism narrative from the GOP?

"New Politics recruits candidates with military backgrounds and has endorsed Bennett and Maasdam."
June 29, 2026
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Rebecca Bennett Wins New Jersey House Primary to Take On Thomas Kean Jr.

Rebecca Bennett Wins New Jersey House Primary to Take On Thomas Kean Jr.

“If this group of badass American patriots can get a political outsider — a 2010 Honda Accord-driving, Navy-veteran mom — to win in one of the most competitive primaries in the country, we are going to flip this seat,” Ms. Bennett said.
June 3, 2026
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Vindman raises $8.2M for Democratic Florida Senate bid

Vindman raises $8.2M for Democratic Florida Senate bid

"Alexander Vindman, the former National Security Council aide known for his role in President Donald Trump’s first impeachment, has raised $8.2 million since launching his Democratic bid for Senate in the Sunshine State."
April 2, 2026
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A perfect storm is lining up for Texas Democrats

A perfect storm is lining up for Texas Democrats

New Politics-endorsed candidate James Talarico wins U.S. Senate primary in Texas
March 5, 2026
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