House Democrats retreat gives caucus first glimpse of future leadership — and chance for a reset

Published March 10, 2025 8:00am ET



House Democrats are heading to their issues conference with their tails between their legs after a particularly chastening week that saw their “resistance” efforts routinely mocked and one of their own censured for his behavior during President Donald Trump’s address to Congress.

But the week offers a first proper glimpse of possible 2028 leaders who may be able to help drag Democrats out of the funk they’ve been in since Trump’s November win over then-Vice President Kamala Harris.

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