Democratic Representative Seth Moulton has announced his challenge to incumbent Senator Ed Markey in the 2026 Massachusetts primary, citing a desire for new leadership and emphasizing that his challenge is not ideological, as he largely agrees with Markey on issues.
Rep. Seth Moulton faces criticism from local Democratic leaders and LGBTQ+ advocates over his comments on transgender youth in sports, sparking potential challengers for his congressional seat. Dan Koh, a former Andover selectman, is considering a campaign against Moulton, while Salem Mayor Dominick Pangallo, though not interested this cycle, has raised speculation with a recent fundraiser. The backlash highlights ongoing divisions within the Democratic Party and Moulton's controversial moves, which could make him vulnerable in future elections.
Massachusetts Congressman Seth Moulton faced backlash from fellow Democrats after making controversial comments about transgender athletes, suggesting it was a reason for Republican electoral success. Moulton defended his remarks, emphasizing the need for open debate on contentious issues, and criticized his party for avoiding difficult discussions. Despite calls for his resignation, Moulton challenged critics to run against him, asserting his commitment to American values of discussion.
Rep. Seth Moulton is defending his controversial comments on transgender athletes, suggesting that Democrats are out of touch with the majority of Americans on this issue. Despite backlash and protests, Moulton claims he has received significant support and argues that Democrats need to engage in open debates rather than avoiding offense. His remarks have been criticized by LGBTQ+ advocacy groups, with MassEquality calling them harmful and factually inaccurate. Meanwhile, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley expressed solidarity with the transgender community, emphasizing their dignity and humanity.
U.S. Representative Seth Moulton has faced criticism from within his party for comments about transgender athletes, suggesting that there should be restrictions on trans women competing in women's sports. Moulton argues that his remarks highlight a broader issue within the Democratic Party's reluctance to discuss contentious topics. Despite backlash, he insists on the importance of having these debates to align with voter concerns and prepare for potential challenges under a Trump administration.
Rep. Seth Moulton criticized the Democratic Party for avoiding debate on contentious issues like transgender athletes in women's sports, arguing that this reluctance disconnects the party from ordinary Americans. His comments sparked backlash, including the resignation of his campaign manager, but Moulton insists on the need for open discussion within the party to address voter concerns and develop a winning strategy.
Former interns and staffers of Massachusetts Congressman Seth Moulton are demanding an apology from him following his controversial remarks on pronoun usage and the participation of boys in girls' sports, which have sparked backlash.
Rep. Seth Moulton, a Democrat, stated that if he were President Biden, he would fire Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin due to the secretive nature of his hospitalization visits and cancer diagnosis, calling it "completely unacceptable." Moulton emphasized the need for a decisive message to prevent such incidents in the future. While some Democrats have raised concerns, several Republicans have called for Austin's resignation, with at least one Democrat also calling for his resignation. Austin, who has prostate cancer, did not inform Biden about the diagnosis or hospital visit at the time, leading to questions about transparency and a lapse in judgment.
Members of Congress, including military veterans Reps. Mike Waltz and Seth Moulton, participated in a volunteer cleaning of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial ahead of Memorial Day. Waltz, a combat-decorated Green Beret, has led the effort in hand-washing the memorial in Washington in recent years.
Representative Seth Moulton (D-MA) discusses the recent meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, as well as the 18th anniversary of the Iraq War. Moulton, a former Marine who served in Iraq, reflects on the war and the need for Congress to reassert its authority over military action.