Today in News History

On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1863, American Civil War: The New York City draft riots begin three days of rioting which will later be regarded as the worst in United States history. In 1913, Dave Garroway, American journalist and television personality (died 1982) was born. In 1922, Martin Dies Sr., American journalist and politician (born 1870) passed away. In 1926, T. Loren Christianson, American politician (died 2019) was born. In 1935, Jack Kemp, American football player and politician, 9th United States Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (died 2009) was born. In 1959, Richard Leman, English field hockey player was born. In 1977, New York City: Amidst a period of financial and social turmoil experiences an electrical blackout lasting nearly 24 hours that leads to widespread fires and looting. In 1981, Martin Hurson Irish Republican Hunger Striker passed away. In 1990, Lenin Peak disaster: a 6.4-magnitude earthquake in Afghanistan triggers an avalanche on Lenin Peak, killing 43 climbers in the deadliest mountaineering disaster in history. In 2024, President of the United States Donald Trump is injured in an assassination attempt while speaking at an election campaign rally near Butler, Pennsylvania. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Democrats' Platner Disaster

Real Clear Politics

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July 8, 2026

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Narrative Analysis: Name Calling

Graham Platner had a Nazi tattoo and extreme views, yet Democratic leaders backed him for Senate against experienced incumbent Susan Collins.

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Hot Air

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· Jul 7, 2026

Dem Senate Disaster Intensifies. No, The Other One.

Dem Senate Disaster Intensifies. No, The Other One.

The Hill

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· Jun 25, 2026

Jeffries says he hopes Democrats remember after primaries 'enemy is Donald Trump'

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) said Wednesday he hopes Democrats remember that after the primary elections are over, the party's enemy is Donald Trump. MS NOW's Jen Psaki spoke with Jeffries about Israel playing a role in the New York Democratic primary. She asked Jeffries about his reflection on the issue and how Democratic...

The Independent

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· Jul 1, 2026

Voters forced to set aside their disgust and vote party loyalty over principle in Maine and Texas races

The problems for Democrats and Republicans in Maine and Texas mirror each other, but one party could still end up being worse off, writes John Bowden

Sky News Australia

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· Jun 24, 2026

Hakeem Jeffries calls for Hegseth’s resignation over Iran war ‘epic failure’

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries blasted the Trump administration's Iran strategy and called for Pete Hegseth to resign. Jeffries accused President Trump and Republicans of dragging the US into a costly conflict he described as a war of choice. His remarks came after the Senate approved a war powers resolution urging the administration to end military action against Iran. The New York Democrat praised Senate Democrats for backing the measure and called the operation a failure for US interests. "We shouldn't spend another dime of taxpayer dollars on Operation Epic Failure," Jeffries told reporters on Tuesday.

Real Clear Politics

lean right

· Jul 11, 2026

Sen. Collins in Worse Trouble After Platner Exit?

The conventional media wisdom is that Maine GOP Senator Susan Collins is sitting back and laughing this week, and well she might be. The collapse of Graham Platner's campaign is an implosion for the ages, and it puts the state's Democrats in a tricky situation they need to navigate skillfully in these next two weeks.

RedState

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· Jun 26, 2026

Boom: Hakeem Jeffries Gets Caught in a Lie and Wrecked Over Response to Socialists

Boom: Hakeem Jeffries Gets Caught in a Lie and Wrecked Over Response to Socialists

Talking Points Memo

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· Jul 9, 2026

Why the Democratic Party Has No ‘Base’ and Why That Matters

We’re now in the midst of one of these now and again collective Democratic meltdowns, filled with dooming laments, drama,...

Attack the System

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· Jun 27, 2026

Only Fools Gloat

Only Fools Gloat Plus: Usha Vance’s baby bump, earthquakes in Venezuela, British sex shops, and more LIZ WOLFE The aftermath: Loyal readers of Roundup know that yesterday’s primary results—a Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) sweep of New York’s districts, dethroning incumbents left and right—are likely going to lead [] The post Only Fools Gloat first appeared on Attack the System.

Crooked Media

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· Jul 9, 2026

Where Do Democrats Go After Graham Platner?

The post Where Do Democrats Go After Graham Platner? appeared first on Crooked Media.

MS NOW

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· Jun 22, 2026

Republican criticisms of Trump’s Iran policy intensifies as White House pitch falls flat

As the midterm elections near, Republicans are divided against one another on a war and efforts to resolve the conflict. The post Republican criticisms of Trump’s Iran policy intensifies as White House pitch falls flat appeared first on MS NOW.

Daily Dot

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· Jun 25, 2026

The Gap Between Texas and California Gas Prices Is Now $5 a Gallon — and a GOP Candidate for Governor Wants Voters to Know It

The Republican gubernatorial candidate blamed Democratic policies, but analysts point to refinery closures and the Iran conflict as key factors. Sign up to receive the Daily Dot’s Internet Insider newsletter for urgent news from the frontline of online. The post The Gap Between Texas and California Gas Prices Is Now 5 a Gallon — and a GOP Candidate for Governor Wants Voters to Know It appeared first on The Daily Dot.

Liberty Nation

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· Jul 11, 2026

The Democratic Socialists of America Are Here – C5 TV

How did we not see this coming?

Twitchy

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· Jul 9, 2026

Ratio Alert! The Atlantic Bemoans Graham Platner Making Things Harder for Dems (Cue Norm Macdonald Memes)

Ratio Alert! The Atlantic Bemoans Graham Platner Making Things Harder for Dems (Cue Norm Macdonald Memes)

CBC News

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· May 27, 2026

What the Graham Platner scandal says about Democratic Party's troubles

What the Graham Platner scandal says about Democratic Party's troubles

Townhall

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· Jun 22, 2026

The Death of the Corporate Democrat

The Death of the Corporate Democrat

The Young Turks

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· Jun 28, 2026

He BUSTED for LIES about War casualties in Iran #breakingnews #tyt #anakasparian

Pete Hegseth gets totally busted by CBS News Faure lying about the severity of war casualties never mind to cover how horribly quagmire in the straight of horror moves has gone at the behest of Donald Trump, Benjamin Netanyahu, and influence from Israel and its lobbies. For once the media is less complicit than normal, all as tensions escalate into a hot war in jeopardizing, what was essentially a nonexistent peace negotiation that the Trump administration has claimed has been successful, but in reality is just a nightmare.

The Week

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· Jul 5, 2026

‘Wild-eyed radicals’: the Democrats veer left

‘Wild-eyed radicals’: the Democrats veer left

Loonie Politics

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· Jul 8, 2026

Republicans see their grip on Senate tighten amid Democrats’ dysfunction in Maine

NEW YORK (AP) — As Democrats scramble to contain a political disaster in Maine, the Republicans on the front lines of the GOP’s fight to hold the U.S. Senate majority are breathing a sigh of relief. For much of the year, Republican operatives have been quietly considering the real possibility that their party might lose [] The post Republicans see their grip on Senate tighten amid Democrats’ dysfunction in Maine appeared first on Loonie Politics.

The Daily Caller

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· Jul 8, 2026

Platner’s Nuts: Democrats Jostling For Front Of Line To Replace Stubborn Scandal-Plagued Senate Candidate

'Platner is still reluctant to drop out'

The Daily Beast

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· Jun 24, 2026

Yelling Stephen Miller Unravels in Bonkers Fox News Tirade

Screengrab/Fox NewsStephen Miller went on an unhinged meltdown while launching an attack on the current state of the Democratic Party.During an appearance on Sean Hannity’s Fox News show, the White House deputy chief of staff reacted to a number of socialist and progressive Democrats winning their primaries on Tuesday, including several backed by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani.Miller started ranting about how the Democrats that people’s parents and grandparents “grew up with do not exist anymore” before eventually yelling at viewers.Read more at The Daily Beast.

Off The Press

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· Jun 29, 2026

Colorado Democrats seek to flip longtime GOP congressional seat

Democrats in Colorado’s 5th Congressional District are eyeing a chance at a longtime Republican stronghold in the state. Two Democrats – Jessica Killin and Joe Reagan – are vying to take on the district’s Republican incumbent, U.S. Rep. Jeff Crank, for the November general election. The candidates are debating the economy, government accountability and veterans’ rights. []...Click to read more

Lawyers, Guns & Money

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· Jun 22, 2026

I’m no longer a Republican, I am a proud independent (who votes a straight Republican Party line in every election)

I wonder how many people are going to fall for this one: Conservative pundit Tucker Carlson says he’s “out” of the Republican Party moving forward, arguing the GOP no longer reflects his views. Why it matters: The public split underscores growing fractures inside the broad MAGA coalition President Trump built, as his Iran war and handling of the economy continue to divide Republicans. What [] The post I’m no longer a Republican, I am a proud independent (who votes a straight Republican Party line in every election) appeared first on Lawyers, Guns Money.

Libertarian Institute

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· Jun 23, 2026

Thomas Massie Leads the Republican Revolt Against Trump’s Iran War

Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) lost his primary in May, but before leaving Congress he accomplished something that has eluded war powers advocates for decades. Journalist Aída Chávez summarized the moment succinctly on X: House passes Iran war powers resolution 215-208. Four Republicans voted with Democrats to pass it. — aída chávez (@aidachavez) June 3, 2026 In addition to []

DNyuz

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· Jul 12, 2026

Graham Platner’s scandal-scarred campaign was proof Dems will overlook anything in search for their ‘Everyman’

With the Senate campaign of Maine’s Graham Platner blowing up in their faces, Democrats everywhere are giving each other tearful gobs of solace and advice. Some are comparing Platner’s scandal-driven collapse and last-minute withdrawal to the 2024 presidential campaign, when a befuddled Joe Biden withdrew in early July and his vice president, Kamala Harris, was []

Really America

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· Jul 5, 2026

BREAKING: Trump's July 4th Disaster

Good morning, this is Really American.

Jewish News Syndicate

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· Jul 7, 2026

The rise of a left-wing politics of contempt

What has happened since 9/11 to bring about a disturbing new crop of Democratic Party candidates?

The Daily Signal

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· Jul 1, 2026

Socialist Wave Hits Colorado as Democrat Establishment Waves the White Flag

The socialist wave tearing through Democratic Party bastions washed through Colorado Tuesday night. Establishment Democrats fell to insurgent leftist candidates and even Sen. John Hickenlooper barely staved off a challenge from his left flank. An undeniable pattern is emerging that extends well beyond New York City. The Democrat base demands a more militant, open declaration...

Ana Kasparian Substack

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· Aug 3, 2025

MAGA Split Over Epstein Files, Uniting Americans and Where Dems Go From Here

Ahmed Baba Joins Unaligned.

Tampa Free Press

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· Jul 4, 2026

Left-Wing Or Just Plain Out Of Touch? Gingrich Warns Radical Wave Could Total The Dem Party

An increasingly radical wing of socialist candidates is pushing the Democratic Party toward a historic collapse, former House Speaker Newt Gingrich warned during an appearance on FOX News’ Hannity. The television segment opened with host Sean Hannity tracking what he described as an unpredictable and unprecedented midterm landscape, claiming that no major political party has [] Left-Wing Or Just Plain Out Of Touch? Gingrich Warns Radical Wave Could Total The Dem Party

Reuters

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· Jul 2, 2026

Progressive primary wins challenge Democrats ahead of midterms

Wins by progressive candidates in several Democratic primaries have energized the party’s left wing but raised concerns among establishment Democrats, who fear Republicans will use the victories to portray the party as increasingly radical. Reuters national political correspondent Tim Reid has more. #democrat #primary #usa #politics #midterms

The New Civil Rights Movement

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· Jun 30, 2026

One Group Will Decide the Midterms — Democrats Must ‘Do the Work’ to Win Them: Strategist

A Democratic strategist is warning Democratic voters against complacency, arguing that the “blowout” midterm many are expecting could vanish — and the fix rests with one key demographic. Writing at The Hill, Celinda Lake says that Republicans still have a massive war chest, Trump loyalists are still winning big, and redistricting efforts are likely to [] The post One Group Will Decide the Midterms — Democrats Must ‘Do the Work’ to Win Them: Strategist appeared first on The New Civil Rights Movement.

JFeed

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· Jun 21, 2026

Senate Republicans Reeling From Trump's Iran Deal: '$300 Billion Fund Would Make Obama's Agreement Look Like a Pittance'

Cruz, Cotton, Wicker, Cornyn: The GOP Rebellion Against Trump's Iran Deal Now Spans the Entire Senate National Security Establishment

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