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The article focuses on the growing political power of U.S. President Donald Trump in shaping the Republican Party. It states Republican political candidates are seeking endorsements by Trump who continues to be popular among Republican primary voters. It mentions Trump endorsements that have ensured victories in tight primary races including Brian Kemp who is running for governor in Georgia, Representative Ron DeSantis who is running to be governor of Florida, and Senator Dean Heller of Nevada.

The author discusses the power of the Republicans in the U.S. Congress to pressure the government without derailing a conservative agenda through blocking nominations and legislation and the need for them to act like a political party with principles.

The author comments on the results of a public opinion polls which reveals that the Republican Party (GOP) must create its long-term prospects to ensure its political control over the U.S. Senate.

The article discusses the approaches to business and politics of media executives Rupert Murdoch and Michael Bloomberg. Topics addressed include Bloomberg's and Murdoch's attitudes towards power and the enjoyment of running businesses, Murdoch's support of Republican Party politicians, and Bloomberg's efforts to improve the media operations of his financial data and media company Bloomberg LP.

In small meetings at the homes of conservative activists and bigger ones at research groups, in conference calls and on blogs, and at gatherings like the Republican governors' conference that just ended here, the questions have been the same: Nearly 30 years after Ronald Reagan ushered in a period of conservative ascendancy in American politics, how should the movement re-energize itself? And how can conservatives chart a path back to power after this month's Republican defeats? [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

The article presents discussion regarding the financial structure of political party control throughout U.S. states as of 2014. Details are given describing the political donor networks utilized by both the Republican and Democratic Parties to consolidate their influence locally and maintain power at the state level. Accounts are also given describing the legal regulatory structures that allow political funds to be focused in different states.

The author discusses the Republican Party's complete control of all the branches of the U.S. government under the incoming presidency of Donald J. Trump. Topics covered include how Republicans are not used to exercising control of the government and Republicans being forced to adopt Barack Obama's emphasis on national unity and policies.

The article reports that John Wilder, speaker of the Tennessee Senate, has been voted out as speaker for the first time in 36 years. Republican Ronald Ramsey has been elected to replace Wilder. Wilder's exit from the position of speaker reflects the rising strength of the Republicans in the politics in Tennessee. Back-room politicking and shifting loyalties contributed to the ouster of Wilder.

The article reports on the special runoff election won by Mississippi Republican Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith in November 2018. Topics discussed are contribution of the Republican Party to advancing the judicial nominees of U.S. President Donald Trump, impact of Hyde-Smith's election on the power of Republicans in Mississippi, and the racial tolerance of Mississippi and its standing of as a conservative bulwark.

The article discusses the alleged impending departure of Roger Ailes as chairman of television channel Fox News following the sexual harassment suit filed by Gretchen Carlson, a former anchor of the channel. Topics discussed include the achievement of Ailes in Fox News which he started two decade ago, his power and influence in Republican politics, and the sexual harassment allegations of journalist Megyn Kelly.

The article reports on 2016 U.S. presidential candidate Bernie Sanders' use of his popularity to expand his political influence after a strong showing in the Democratic primaries. It states that Sanders has tapped his donor list to raise money for liberal congressional candidates in New York, Washington and Nevada.

The article examines U.S. President George W. Bush and advisor Karl Rove's plan to overhaul the nation's political architecture, in light of the indictment of a senior White House aide and a failed Supreme court nomination. Until recently, Bush had done nothing but strengthen the Republican Party. Still, even some Republicans were suggesting that the Bush presidency could set back, rather than advance, the Republican party as it seeks its goal. Political analysts said hopes for creating a governing coalition had already been strained by the Iraq war and Bush's unpopular plan to privatize Social Security.

The article reports on Bronx Senator Jeffrey D. Klein, a breakaway Democrat, who sets to negotiate with Republicans regarding a power-sharing arrangement. It says that Klein pushes his bipartisan alliance, which is composed of the Senate Republican caucus and a breakaway foursome, to gain control of the Senate. It mentions that Klein organized his Independent Democratic Conference including David J. Valesky, Diane J. Savino, and David Carlucci.