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Kansas Senate Race Becomes a Toss-Up Test of Trump
Kansas's Senate race is now a toss-up, testing whether Trump's unpopular policies will weigh down Republicans in deep-red territory.
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PoliticsTechnology
Data Center Boom Puts Republicans in a Bind
The AI data center boom is emerging as a bipartisan flashpoint ahead of the 2026 midterms, pitting voters against incumbents in both parties.
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ElectionsPolitics
Democrat Fights to Hold Key Swing District in Washington
Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez faces Republican John Braun in Washington's toss-up 3rd District, a race that could decide control of the House.
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PoliticsUnited States
Katie Bailey Tapped as White House Legislative Director
Trump names Katie Bailey to lead the White House Office of Legislative Affairs, putting her at the center of the administration's outreach to Congress.
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PoliticsUnited States
Arizona Candidate Says She Was Raped Repairing Sign
Arizona congressional candidate Bernadette Greene-Placentia says she was raped in August while repairing a campaign sign. MCSO has an open investigation.
—4 min read
PoliticsUnited States
The Wide-Open 2026 House Map, Explained
With a month to Election Day, 90+ House districts are in play. Here's how to read the toss-ups, triage and targets shaping the 2026 midterms.
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PoliticsUnited States
GOP's Rogers Urges Trump to End Canada Tariff War
Michigan GOP Senate candidate Mike Rogers calls on Trump to end the Canada tariff war in a new ad, drawing a flip-flop charge from Democrat Abdul El-Sayed.
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PoliticsUnited States
Nevada's Safe GOP Seat Turns Competitive Over Valor Claims
A safe Nevada Republican House seat is suddenly competitive, dogged by a Bronze Star controversy and carpetbagger claims against the GOP nominee.
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TechnologyPolitics
Voters Are Asking ChatGPT How to Vote in the Midterms
A growing number of US voters are using AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini to research their ballots, raising concerns about AI persuasion.
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PoliticsUnited States
LDS Women Sour on Scandal-Plagued Arizona GOP Candidate
Latter-day Saints women in Arizona's 5th District are distancing from scandal-plagued Republican Mark Lamb, testing a key voting bloc ahead of November.
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PoliticsUnited States
CBS Poll: Democrats Keep House Edge on Price Pain
A new CBS News/YouGov poll finds Democrats holding their House advantage as voter anger over prices drives the 2026 midterms.
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PoliticsUnited States
LDS Women Sour on Arizona Republican Mark Lamb
Latter-day Saint women in Arizona's 5th District are turning from scandal-plagued Republican Mark Lamb, a shift that could tighten a safely red House race.
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PoliticsUnited States
As Trump's Arch Looms, Protesters Eye the Midterms
Veterans and lawmakers protest Trump's 250-foot arch near Arlington, betting the midterms can stop a project they call illegal and a desecration.
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PoliticsUnited States
Ohio Senate Race Tests Democrats' Blue-Collar Comeback
Sherrod Brown leans on organized labor to win back Ohio's working-class voters as control of the U.S. Senate hangs in the balance.
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LegalPolitics
Supreme Court Revives SAVE Voter Citizenship Checks
The Supreme Court's 6-3 order revives the expanded SAVE database for voter citizenship checks ahead of the midterms, over a sharp liberal dissent.
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PoliticsUnited States
Democrats Put Christian Faith at Center of Midterms
Democratic congressional candidates are making Christian faith a centerpiece of their midterm campaigns, testing whether it can win over religious voters.
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PoliticsUnited States
Supreme Court Blocks Trump-Backed Missouri Map
The Supreme Court blocked a Trump-backed Missouri congressional map for a third time, locking in 2022 districts for the November midterms.
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PoliticsUnited States
Supreme Court Revives Controversial Citizenship-Check System
The Supreme Court's 6-3 ruling revives the Trump administration's expanded SAVE database for voter citizenship checks weeks before the midterms.
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PoliticsUnited States
Democrats Hold Biggest Lead Yet in Congress Race: Poll
NBC News' polling average shows Democrats leading the race for Congress 52% to 43%, their widest gap yet, as Trump's approval hits a term low.
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PoliticsUnited States
Supreme Court Revives Expanded Voter Database
A divided Supreme Court let the Trump administration revive an expanded SAVE database for citizenship checks, raising voting-rights and privacy concerns.
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PoliticsUnited States
Court Revives GOP Missouri Map, Sends Case to Supreme Court
A federal appeals court reinstated Missouri's GOP-drawn congressional map, but stayed its ruling until Sept. 28 as opponents rush to the Supreme Court.
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PoliticsUnited States
House Freedom Caucus Faces a Post-Trump Reckoning
As at least 10 House Freedom Caucus members exit Congress, the hardline bloc's evolution could preview the Republican Party's post-Trump future.
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Politics & ElectionsEconomy
Poll: Most Voters Say Trump Has Hurt the Economy
A new NBC News poll finds 55% of voters say Trump's policies have hurt the economy, with his approval at a second-term low ahead of the 2026 midterms.
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PoliticsUnited States
DHS Email Fuels Fears Over Election Enforcement Plans
An internal DHS email listing multilingual voting jurisdictions, attached to a DOJ prosecution checklist, raises questions about election plans.
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PoliticsUnited States
Trump-Backed PACs Launch $150M Midterm Ad Blitz
Trump-aligned super PACs are pouring $150 million into 2026 midterm ads, but the spending targets deep-red districts that signal GOP weakness.
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PoliticsUnited States
DHS Email Fuels Fears Over Midterm Election Plans
A redacted DHS email listing non-English election jurisdictions alongside a DOJ prosecution checklist raises questions about midterm election plans.
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PoliticsUnited States
GOP's $150M Trump-Backed Ad Blitz Hits Key Races
Trump-aligned super PACs have reserved over $150 million in ads, giving Republicans a major spending edge in the final weeks of the 2026 midterms.
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PoliticsUnited States
DHS Email Fuels Election Prosecution Fears
A newly disclosed DHS email pairing a list of multilingual voting jurisdictions with a DOJ prosecution checklist is raising fears ahead of the midterms.
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PoliticsUnited States
Trump-Backed Super PACs Flood Key Races With $150M
Pro-Trump super PACs have reserved more than $150 million in ads for the 2026 midterms, swamping Democrats in key Senate and House races.
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PoliticsUnited States
Supreme Court Rejects Trump Mail Voting Limits
The Supreme Court refused to let new USPS mail voting restrictions take effect for the 2026 midterms, a legal defeat for Trump before Election Day.
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PoliticsUnited States
Empty Seats, Socialism and Trump Dominate GOP Convention
The GOP's first national midterm convention in Dallas was dominated by Trump, attacks on socialism, and thousands of empty seats.
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PoliticsUnited States
GOP Midterms Convention: Empty Seats, $5,000 Dividend
Republicans rallied in Dallas around Trump and a $5,000 dividend pledge, but empty seats and a trillion-dollar price tag clouded the midterm push.
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PoliticsUnited States
Empty Seats and Trump's 'Dividend' at GOP Convention
Republicans rallied around Trump at their first midterm convention, but empty seats and a $5,000 'dividend' raised questions about base enthusiasm.
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PoliticsUnited States
Trump Pledges $5,000 Dividend If GOP Keeps Congress
Trump pledged a $5,000 'Trump dividend' to every US adult if Republicans keep Congress, as the GOP's midterm convention drew a surprise Fetterman video.
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Politics & Elections
NH Primary Tests Sununu, Pappas in Key Senate Race
New Hampshire voters head to polls Tuesday for primaries that will set up a closely watched Senate contest as Shaheen's exit opens competitive races.
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Politics
Trump's MAGA Inc. drops $10M into tight Texas Senate race
Trump's MAGA Inc. super PAC injects $10M into the neck-and-neck Texas Senate race between Paxton and Talarico, signaling national importance.
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US Politics
Trump Vows to Campaign in 35 Races for GOP Midterm Push
Trump tells Republicans they have a winning midterm message and pledges to campaign in 35 battleground races despite low approval ratings.
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ElectionsPolitics
Markey Wins Mass. Senate Primary, Defeats Moulton
Sen. Ed Markey defeats Rep. Seth Moulton in Massachusetts' Democratic Senate primary, securing the progressive incumbent's path to a third full term.
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Politics
Darline Graham Wins SC GOP Nomination for Senate Seat
Darline Graham wins South Carolina GOP Senate nomination, defeating Ralph Norman in runoff to replace her late brother Lindsey Graham.
—5 min read
Politics
Record 8 Black Candidates on Ballot for Governor
Eight Black major party candidates run for governor in 2026, a record after only three Black governors in U.S. history.
—8 min read
PoliticsElections
Donalds joins historic field; progressive wins Florida upset
Florida, Wyoming and Alaska primaries deliver historic firsts, progressive upsets and losses for Trump-backed candidates ahead of November midterms.
—4 min read
Politics
Fake Polls Expose Election Data Vulnerabilities
A mysterious company released and then retracted fake election polls, exposing vulnerabilities in how polling data spreads through the political ecosystem.
—8 min read
Politics
Florida, Alaska, Wyoming Primaries Set Stage for Midterms
Voters head to the polls in Florida, Alaska, Wyoming and California for key primaries that will shape the 2026 midterm elections and control of Congress.
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PoliticsUnited States
Democratic Primary Turnout Surges Ahead of Midterms
Democratic primary turnout has soared in Wisconsin, Michigan, Texas and other states. Can this enthusiasm carry to November's midterms?
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Politics
Max Miller Stays on Ohio Ballot as Deadline Passes
Rep. Max Miller stays on Ohio's November ballot after the GOP replacement deadline passed, as abuse allegations reshape a once-safe Republican district.
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Politics
Tennessee Voters Oust Trump-Backed Congressman in Primary
Charlie Hatcher defeated Trump-endorsed Rep. Andy Ogles in Tennessee's 5th District primary, setting up November matchups in newly redrawn districts.
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Politics
GOP Runs Healthcare Ads After Backing Medicaid Cuts
Republicans run healthcare ads after backing Medicaid cuts. Polls show Democrats lead on costs; GOP leans into fraud messaging.
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Politics
Trump Disapproval Hits Record High in New CNN Poll
A new CNN/SSRS poll shows 50% strongly disapprove of Trump, a career high, as his approval rating sinks to 34% amid economic discontent and the Iran war.
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US Politics
Fetterman Flips on Filibuster as GOP Courts His Defection
Sen. Fetterman reverses filibuster stance, questions Democratic loyalty, and faces GOP invitations to switch parties amid the party's Israel divide.
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US PoliticsElections
2026 Senate Map Shifts as Primary Season Nears Finish
Analysis of the 2026 Senate battleground map as primaries near completion, with key races in North Carolina, Alaska, Maine, Michigan, Ohio, and Texas.
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US/PoliticsElections
Wisconsin Voters Cast Ballots in Chaotic Democratic Primary
Wisconsin's chaotic Democratic governor primary opens as socialist leads and ballot spoiling lawsuit looms
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PoliticsUS Politics
Jeffries Kicks Off 100-Day Midterm Push on Affordability
House Dem leader Hakeem Jeffries launched a 100-day push in Pennsylvania, unveiling an affordability agenda as Democrats seek to flip House control.
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PoliticsUnited States
Senate Control Hinges on Tight Races as Primaries Wind Down
With four primaries left and control of the Senate at stake, Democrats need a net gain of four seats. Here is a breakdown of the key races.
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Politics
Maine Democrats Nominate Troy Jackson for Senate
Maine Democrats nominate Troy Jackson for Senate, challenging Susan Collins in one of the 2026 midterms' most competitive races.
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PoliticsElections
Maine Dems Pick Troy Jackson to Challenge Collins for Senate
Maine Democrats chose former state Senate President Troy Jackson as nominee to face incumbent Susan Collins in a race that could decide Senate control.
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PoliticsUnited States
Jeffries Kicks Off 100-Day Affordability Push
House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries launches 'Fighting for an Affordable America' agenda, marking 100 days until critical midterm elections.
—4 min read
Politics
Midterm Dynamics: Running for Reelection in a Messy Congress
As the 2026 midterms approach, incumbents in a divided Congress face gridlock, party infighting, and redistricting battles that complicate their campaigns.
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US Politics
Chaos and Trump Dominate 2026 Midterm Primaries
Both parties face chaotic primaries ahead of the 2026 midterms as Trump campaigns heavily, Biggs wins Arizona GOP nod, and Michigan Democrats clash.
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ElectionsPolitics
Arizona GOP Votes in Primaries for Governor, Top Offices
Arizona Republicans vote in primaries for governor and top state offices, with the Biggs-Schweikert race drawing national attention ahead of November.
—4 min read
PoliticsElections
AIPAC Record Spending Tests Influence in Michigan Primary
AIPAC has spent close to $30 million backing Haley Stevens in Michigan's Senate primary, the largest test of the pro-Israel group's political influence.
—5 min read
PoliticsElections
Republicans Defy Trump, Flood South Carolina Senate Race
Trump's endorsement of Darline Graham fails to clear the field as multiple Republicans enter the South Carolina Senate primary, testing his influence.
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PoliticsElections
Arizona Primary Tests GOP's Future: Moderation vs. MAGA
Arizona Republicans vote Tuesday in a primary pitting Trump-backed Andy Biggs against David Schweikert, testing whether the party can moderate to win.
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PoliticsElections
AIPAC Spending Record $30M in Michigan Senate Primary
AIPAC spent a record $30M backing Haley Stevens in Michigan's Senate primary, while Sanders and AOC rally for progressive Abdul El-Sayed.
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PoliticsElections
Biggs vs. Schweikert: Arizona GOP Primary Tests Direction
Biggs and Schweikert clash in Arizona's GOP gubernatorial primary, offering starkly different visions for the party's future in a critical swing state.
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PoliticsElections
Biggs vs. Schweikert: Competing Visions for Arizona GOP
Andy Biggs and David Schweikert face off in Arizona's GOP gubernatorial primary, offering starkly different visions for the party's future.
—4 min read
Politics
Trump Softens Tone on Jimmy Carter Amid Iran, Inflation
President Trump shifts his rhetoric on Jimmy Carter as he faces Iran war, inflation, and legacy questions eerily similar to Carter's single term.
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Politics
Zohran Mamdani Has Political Capital — and He's Spending It
NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani leverages his growing political influence after a stunning primary sweep to advance a progressive agenda on housing and transit.
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PoliticsDemocracy
Trump Uses Government Power to Promote False Election Claims
Trump's primetime address alleging election fraud and Chinese interference is unsubstantiated, critics say, threatening democratic institutions.
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PoliticsUnited States
Maine Senate Debate Goes Viral Over Songwriter Answer
Ashley Webb's debate answer citing songwriting as a Senate qualification went viral, highlighting Maine Democrats' chaotic race to replace Graham Platner.
—4 min read
PoliticsUnited States
Trump Primetime Address Expected to Focus on Election Claims
President Trump delivers a primetime address tonight, expected to focus on election claims and the SAVE America Act amid ongoing Iran conflict.
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PoliticsUS
Trump Primetime Address on Election Integrity Draws Concern
Trump's primetime address on election integrity follows debunked voter fraud claims and the ouster of election commission members ahead of the midterms.
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PoliticsBooks
Biden Memoir 'Promise Me, America' Arrives After Midterms
Former President Joe Biden's memoir 'Promise Me, America' arrives Nov. 17, covering his presidency, health, and decision to drop his 2024 reelection bid.
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PoliticsElections
Trump Endorses Mike Lindell for Minnesota Governor
President Trump endorses MyPillow founder Mike Lindell for Minnesota governor, reshaping the Republican primary just weeks before the August 11 vote.
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Politics
Trump Uses Federal Power to Tighten Grip on 2026 Midterms
Trump is using federal authority to gain unprecedented control over the 2026 midterm elections, raising concerns about democratic integrity.
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Politics
McConnell Hospitalized After Fall, Breaks Silence on Health
Sen. Mitch McConnell reveals a fall led to his hospitalization, breaking weeks of silence. He details his recovery and the political impact on the Senate.
—5 min read
US PoliticsElections
Trump's Support Erodes Among White Working-Class Voters
Polling shows Trump's approval declining among white working-class voters, his core demographic, driven by economic concerns and the Iran war.
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PoliticsElections
Trump Fires Election Commission Members Ahead of Midterms
President Trump fired all remaining Election Assistance Commission members, leaving the agency unable to act ahead of the 2026 midterms.
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PoliticsUnited States
Democratic Primaries Test Party Direction in Key States
Three key Democratic primaries reveal deep divisions over socialism, establishment politics, and electability as the 2026 midterms approach.
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PoliticsSocial Issues
Most American Jews Feel Politically Homeless, New Poll Finds
An AP-NORC poll reveals most American Jews feel unsupported by both political parties and Trump, signaling profound political alienation.
—5 min read
PoliticsUnited States
Maine Democrat Urged to Quit Senate Race After Rape Claim
Graham Platner, Democratic Senate nominee in Maine, has been accused of rape. Party leaders and key supporters demand he end his campaign.
—5 min read
PoliticsUnited States
Trump and GOP Revive Communist Attacks for Midterm Elections
Trump and Republicans label Democrats as communists ahead of the 2026 midterms, a Cold War-era strategy that risks alienating younger voters.
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PoliticsUnited States
Colorado Primaries: Socialist Wins, Bennet Governor Bid Ends
Melat Kiros defeats 15-term incumbent Diana DeGette in Colorado's Democratic primary while Sen. Michael Bennet loses governor bid to AG Phil Weiser.
—5 min read
PoliticsElections
Senate Control in Play as Democrats Surge in Key Races
New NYT/Siena polls show Democrats competitive in six Republican-held Senate seats but not leading in enough to flip the chamber.
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PoliticsElections
Colorado Primaries: Outsiders Defeat Incumbents in Wave
Colorado primaries: Socialist Melat Kiros ousts 15-term Rep. Diana DeGette, AG Phil Weiser defeats Sen. Michael Bennet in a Democratic outsider wave.
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PoliticsHealth
Tom Kean Returns After Depression Treatment, Faces Voters
Rep. Tom Kean (R-NJ) returned to Congress after a 117-day absence, revealing he was hospitalized for depression. He now faces a tough reelection fight.
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PoliticsUnited States
Texas Senate Race Tied: Talarico, Paxton Deadlocked in Poll
NYT/Siena poll shows James Talarico tied with Ken Paxton at 47% in Texas Senate race, signaling a potential shift in the deep red state.
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PoliticsUnited States
Democrats at War: Union Bosses Clash with Socialists
DSA candidates sweep NYC primaries as union leaders denounce 'communists' and warn of labor exodus, exposing deep rifts over the party's future.
—5 min read
PoliticsElections
Letlow and Davis Win Louisiana Senate Runoffs, Set Showdown
Julia Letlow and Jamie Davis won their party runoffs in Louisiana's U.S. Senate race, setting up a historic November general election contest.
—4 min read
PoliticsElections
Trump-Backed Candidates Dominate GOP Primaries in 2026
Trump-backed candidates hold a near-perfect 98% success rate in GOP primaries as the 2026 midterms approach, reshaping the party.
—5 min read
PoliticsLegal
Judge Blocks Key Parts of Trump's Mail-in Voting Order
A federal judge in Boston blocked key parts of President Trump's executive order limiting mail-in voting, ruling it likely exceeds presidential authority.
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PoliticsUnited States
Slotkin Calls for New Democratic Leadership Amid Turmoil
Sen. Elissa Slotkin calls for new Democratic leadership after primary losses, while the DNC plans affordability events to counter Trump.
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PoliticsUnited States
Utah GOP Primary Offers Blueprint for Post-Trump GOP
Utah's GOP primary saw Celeste Maloy defeat MAGA-aligned Phil Lyman decisively, offering clues about the Republican Party's direction after Trump.
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PoliticsMedia
Tucker Carlson Breaks With Republican Party, Citing Iran War
Tucker Carlson says he will no longer support the Republican Party, calling its decisions 'treasonous' and warning others may follow his lead.
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Politics & Law
Supreme Court Weighs New Election Law Cases From Four States
Supreme Court could decide June 22 whether to hear election law appeals from Arkansas, Texas, Arizona, and Pennsylvania ahead of the 2026 midterms.
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PoliticsUnited States
Senate GOP 'YOLO Caucus' Emerges as Threat to Trump Agenda
Outgoing Republican senators dubbed the 'YOLO Caucus' are breaking with Trump on key votes, threatening his legislative agenda ahead of the 2026 midterms.
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TechnologyPolitics
Guardrails Alliance Super PAC Rallies Tech Workers for AI
Guardrails Alliance Super PAC launches with $5M to rally tech workers for stronger AI regulation, countering pro-deregulation Leading the Future PAC.
—4 min read
PoliticsUnited States
Trump's Mixed Primary Night: Senate Wins, Georgia Loss
Tuesday's primaries delivered mixed results for Trump. His picks swept Senate races, but Rick Jackson defeated Trump's choice in Georgia's governor runoff.
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PoliticsElections
Cruz Breaks With Trump on Endorsements as Key Primaries Held
Sen. Ted Cruz endorses candidates against Trump's picks in Georgia and South Carolina, testing party unity as voters head to polls in five states.
—5 min read
PoliticsUnited States
George Conway Vows Third Trump Impeachment in Congress Bid
George Conway, the Never-Trump lawyer, is running for Congress in Manhattan vowing to launch a third impeachment effort against President Donald Trump.
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Politics
Vance Admits 'Childless Cat Ladies' Remark Was 'Boneheaded'
Vice President JD Vance admits his 'childless cat ladies' comment was 'boneheaded' and 'one of the dumbest things I ever said' in his new memoir.
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PoliticsUnited States
Progressive Democrats Face Growing Primary Peril in 2026
Progressive Democratic incumbents face unprecedented primary challenges in 2026 as anti-incumbent fervor and generational divides reshape the party.
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PoliticsEconomy
Trump Loses Support Among Independents and Blue-Collar Base
AP-NORC polling shows Trump's support among independents has fallen 17 points since 2024, while blue-collar voters doubt his economic leadership.
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Politics
Cornyn Predicts 'Miserable' Final Two Years for Trump
Sen. John Cornyn warns President Trump faces a midterm 'disaster' and 'the most miserable two years of his life' after losing his seat.
—5 min read
PoliticsElections
Democrats Gain Clearer Path to Senate Majority in 2026
Sabato's Crystal Ball shifts three Senate races toward Democrats, giving Democrats a clearer path to the Senate majority. Republicans remain favored.
—5 min read
PoliticsUnited States
Platner Wins Maine Senate Primary, Setting Up Key Race
Graham Platner won the Maine Democratic Senate primary, overcoming controversies to challenge Susan Collins. Results from South Carolina and California.
—5 min read
PoliticsElections
Maine Senate Primary Rocked by Last-Minute Allegations
Graham Platner faces last-minute allegations from his former campaign director on primary day, in a race that could decide Senate control.
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PoliticsHealth
Bidens Return to Public Stage Amid Stage 4 Cancer Revelation
Joe Biden returns to public speaking as Jill Biden reveals he has stage 4 prostate cancer. The former president and first lady navigate health.
—4 min read
PoliticsElections
GOP Rebukes Trump in Iowa Primary, Fidelity Month Launches
Zach Lahn defeats Trump's pick in Iowa GOP primary, Republican governors rebrand June as Fidelity Month, and more.
—5 min read
BusinessPolitics
Elon Musk on Track to Be World's First Trillionaire
Elon Musk is set to become the world's first trillionaire after SpaceX's IPO, igniting Democratic attacks on wealth inequality ahead of the 2026 midterms.
—5 min read
Elections and PoliticsUnited States
California Primary: Hilton Leads Governor Race as Tallies
Steve Hilton holds a narrow lead in California's gubernatorial primary as mail-in ballots remain uncounted. Karen Bass advances to LA mayoral runoff.
—5 min read
PoliticsElections
Busy Primary Day Underway Across US as Voters Head to Polls
Voters across multiple states head to the polls for primary elections, with key races in Los Angeles, Texas, California, New Mexico, Iowa, and New Jersey.
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PoliticsEconomy
Blue-State Wealth Flight: A 2026 Warning Sign for Democrats
Billionaires are fleeing blue states over proposed wealth taxes. Analysts warn the exodus could become a major political liability for Democrats in 2026.
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EntertainmentPolitics
Rock vs. Rally: Springsteen Festival Deepens Cultural Rift
Springsteen and Morello's Power to the People festival counters Trump's Freedom 250 as artists flee, exposing a widening cultural rift.
—5 min read
PoliticsElections
Judge Declines to Block Trump Mail-In Voting Order
A federal judge in D.C. declined to block Trump's mail-in voting executive order, ruling the challenge premature. The order remains in effect.
—4 min read
Politics
SC Democrats Celebrate After Trump Redistricting Push Fails
SC Democrats celebrate after GOP-led Senate rejects Trump-backed redistricting plan, preserving Rep. Jim Clyburn's seat and dealing blow to White House.
—5 min read
PoliticsElections
Talarico Targets Paxton's Scandals in Texas Senate Race
Democrat James Talarico pivots to attacking Ken Paxton's corruption scandals in Texas Senate race, giving Democrats their best chance at a statewide win.
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PoliticsElections
Can Democrats Win Back Young Men Souring on Trump?
Young men are rapidly abandoning Trump as his approval plummets. Democrats see an opening, but can they seize it before the 2026 midterms?
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EntertainmentPolitics
Springsteen, Morello Announce Power to the People Festival
Bruce Springsteen and Tom Morello announce the Power to the People festival with Foo Fighters, Dave Matthews, and more, set for October ahead of midterms.
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PoliticsElections
Ken Paxton Ousts John Cornyn in Texas GOP Senate Runoff
Ken Paxton defeats four-term Sen. John Cornyn in Texas GOP primary runoff, reshaping the 2026 Senate race and fueling Trump-Senate GOP tensions.
—4 min read
PoliticsVoting Rights
Federal Judge Blocks Alabama Map Over Racial Discrimination
A federal court blocked Alabama's GOP-drawn congressional map, ruling it intentionally discriminates against Black voters ahead of the 2026 midterms.
—6 min read
PoliticsElections
Burt Jones Leans Into Election Denialism in Georgia Race
Burt Jones, the leading GOP candidate for Georgia governor, embraces his role in the 2020 fake electors scheme as a campaign asset.
—4 min read
PoliticsElections
Texas Republicans Vote in Cornyn-Paxton Senate Runoff
Texas Republicans vote in a Senate runoff between incumbent John Cornyn and Trump-backed Ken Paxton, with implications for the 2026 midterms.
—4 min read
PoliticsElections
Platner Embraces Democratic Socialism at Sanders Rally
Graham Platner called for a 'political revolution' at a Bernie Sanders rally, embracing democratic socialism in a key 2026 Senate race.
—5 min read
PoliticsCongress
Democrats Feud Over Stock Trading Rules Ahead of Midterms
Democratic infighting over congressional stock trading rules intensifies as party sharpens its anti-corruption case against Trump for the 2026 midterms.
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PoliticsMidterms
Trump Purge Strategy and Democratic Rifts Reshape Midterms
Trump's intra-party purges alarm Republicans while Democrats feud over stock trading and face redistricting hurdles ahead of the 2026 midterms.
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Politics
Trump's Self-Indulgence Deepens GOP Fears in Midterms
President Trump's unfocused campaign strategy and self-centered priorities are worrying Republican senators as the 2026 midterm elections approach.
—5 min read
PoliticsEthics
Democrats Feud Over Stock Trading in Anti-Corruption Push
Democratic divisions over congressional stock trading rules complicate the party's anti-corruption messaging against Trump ahead of the 2026 midterms.
—5 min read
Politics
DSA-Backed Candidates Win Big in Primaries Across 5 States
Over a dozen DSA-backed candidates won or advanced in primaries across 5 states, led by Chris Rabb's Philly win that guarantees a socialist in Congress.
—6 min read
PoliticsElections
Democrats Vow Redistricting Counterpunch Amid Hurdles
Democrats face structural disadvantages in the redistricting battle, including independent commissions and legal barriers Republicans do not face.
—5 min read
Politics
Chris Rabb Wins Philadelphia House Primary in Landslide
Progressive Chris Rabb won Pennsylvania's 3rd District Democratic primary by 15 points, signaling a major shift in the party's direction.
—4 min read
PoliticsUS
Democrats Reframe Abortion Message as Living Costs Top Voter
Democrats are reframing abortion rights as an economic issue as voters prioritize affordability over reproductive rights in the 2026 midterm elections.
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PoliticsUnited States
Democrats Lead by 11 Points in Midterm Poll as Trump Sinks
NYT/Siena College poll shows Democrats leading Republicans 50% to 39% on generic ballot, with Trump approval at second-term low of 37%.
—4 min read
Politics
Redistricting Defeat Divides Democrats in Virginia
Virginia Democrats are divided after the Supreme Court rejected their redistricting bid, ending hopes for a 10-1 congressional map.
—5 min read
PoliticsEconomy
Pa. Swing Districts Weigh Rising Costs as Midterms Approach
Voters in Pennsylvania's 7th and 8th districts express deep frustration over rising costs ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
—4 min read
PoliticsUnited States
Democrats' Midterm Strength Masks Fierce Divides, Poll Shows
NYT/Siena poll shows Democrats leading by 11 points as Trump sinks to 37% approval, but internal party divisions threaten their electoral strategy.
—4 min read
PoliticsElections
Virginia Governor Signs Order on Federal Agents at Polls
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger signs executive order guiding election workers on responding to federal agents at polling places amid midterm fears.
—4 min read
PoliticsElections
Trump Endorses Ken Paxton in Texas GOP Senate Runoff
President Trump endorses Ken Paxton over Sen. John Cornyn in Texas GOP Senate runoff, reshaping the race just days before the May 26 election.
—4 min read
PoliticsUS Elections
Massie Loses Kentucky Primary to Trump-Backed Gallrein
Thomas Massie lost the Kentucky GOP primary to Trump-backed Ed Gallrein in the most expensive House primary ever, signaling Trump's grip on the party.
—4 min read
PoliticsElections
Spanberger to Sign Order on Federal Agents at Polling Places
Virginia Gov. Spanberger will sign an executive order to protect polling places from potential federal agent intimidation ahead of the 2026 midterms.
—5 min read