Democrats’ Midterm Fog of War

Marc Veasey
Democratic Texas Rep. Marc Veasey recently suggested that the state’s March primary and May runoffs could be delayed due to the Democratic challenges to the new map. Photo: Alex Wong/Getty Images
Abby Livingston
September 4, 2025

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Washington is roaring back to life this week as members return from a tumultuous recess to an even more chaotic fall session, opening with this week’s Epstein showdown, the ongoing implosion of the C.D.C., and a looming shutdown fight. But the post–Labor Day window also marks the beginning of a midterm cycle that’s unlike anything most political operatives have ever seen.