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Trump promises Americans $5K if GOP wins. And, Kirk supporters reflect on his death
President Trump tries to incentivize voters by promising $5,000 to Americans if the GOP wins the midterms. And, young conservatives reflect on the party one year after Charlie Kirk's death.
How September 11 Changed American Politics Forever
As the memory of the attacks faded, it was inevitable that counterterrorism measures would draw more scrutiny — and voter priorities would shift.
SC Republican pollster shows health care costs could be a defining issue in 2026 elections
Survey data from Republican-affiliated pollster Walter Whetsell shows South Carolina voters increasingly concerned about rising medical costs, with majority support for Medicaid expansion.
Should we always blame voters for low civic participation in elections?
This year, like every election cycle, we hear the same complaints — enough citizens don’t vote. Voter turnout is too low. People are disengaged. Citizens are shirking their civic responsibility. If only voters cared more, democracy would work better. Fair enough. But perhaps it is time to ask another question: What about the candidate’s responsibility? […]
Tom Purcell: Autumn — a season to calm our politics
September has arrived, which means autumn is here. It couldn’t come soon enough. Politics all day long You see, a 2026 Change Research survey finds that 30% of voters name […]
Trump Says Iran War Will End ‘Immediately’ After Midterms
Trump sought to reassure voters by predicting that gasoline prices would fall sharply after the midterm elections.
Trump makes stunning first-of-its-kind cash promise in bid to rally GOP voters at Dallas midterm convention
President Donald Trump promised a $5,000 "Trump dividend" to every adult citizen if Republicans keep Congress at the GOP midterm convention.
In pictures: The first-ever Republican midterm convention
Republicans are gathering in Dallas for an unusual 2026 GOP midterm convention, an event backed by President Donald Trump and designed to energize voters, raise money and highlight key Republican candidates ahead of the elections in November.
This shows how ‘serious' the Trump administration is about winning the midterms: Political analyst
Fox News political analyst Gianno Caldwell discusses the GOP's strategy for the midterm elections and voter turnout efforts on ‘The Bottom Line.’
Helena Foulkes will defeat Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee, CNN projects, marking a rare incumbent primary loss
Former CVS executive Helena Foulkes will win the Democratic nomination for governor of Rhode Island, CNN’s Decision Desk projects, defeating incumbent Gov. Dan McKee as she capitalized on voter frustration over the partial closure of a key bridge and the ensuing traffic chaos.
Reince Priebus: This is all about data, science and turnout
'All-Star' panelists discuss the Republican Party's efforts to win over voters ahead of the midterm elections on 'Special Report.'
‘Trump-a-palooza’ aims to energize Republican base
Republicans gathered Wednesday night in Dallas for the first-ever Republican midterm convention, an event designed to energize voters, raise money and highlight key Republican candidates ahead of the November election. CNN’s Alayna Treene takes us through the key moments.
Most Michigan voters oppose Trump tariffs on Canada, poll shows
A Detroit News-WDIV poll reveals Michigan voters oppose President Trump's trade war with Canada and believe it will lead to higher costs for goods.
Appeal is pending with SCOTUS over USPS mail voting dispute
The USPS rule requires state election offices to supply names and addresses of registered voters to USPS.
Sherrod Brown bets again on working-class voters
Brown spent his whole career building a pro-worker brand. He's betting that same message—delivered to a more anxious electorate—will fuel a comeback after losing his 2024 reelection bid.
Texas Senate candidate James Talarico: Voters are "tired of this professional wrestling" in politics
Voters could move Congress to revisit H.R. 1 healthcare overhaul, Kaine and McClellan say
It would still be a long shot, he and U.S. Rep. Jennifer McClellan, D-Richmond, noted. But since H.R. 1 passed, every member of Congress has spent time in their districts hearing from their constituents, as voters name healthcare a chief concern.
Poll: Do Michigan voters support stricter political campaign finance rules?
Michigan voters were asked in a recent poll how they felt about the upcoming November general election. One question asked if Michigan voters supported prohibiting regulated utilities and government contractors from contributing to politicians, expanding campaign-finance disclosure rules and requiring disclosure for internet political ads.
California, other states warn Supreme Court of 'chaos' if it lets USPS mail ballot rules stand
A federal judge has already halted the plan nationwide, but the Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to revive it, arguing the federal government would be seriously harmed by voter fraud if it does not.
Democrats say Trump's convention is distraction from his faltering presidency
Democrats are in Dallas to try to convince voters that the reality of Trump's second presidency doesn't match the spectacle of his made-for-TV event
What to know about Missouri's confusing battle over congressional districts
Missouri's redistricting battle has left voters confused just two months before a crucial November election. Conflicting court rulings have left many people unsure about which U.S. House districts they will
See how gerrymandering in 2025 changed Missouri’s congressional map
It was chaos in Missouri politics Tuesday as the fight for what map voters will use during the November 2026 election and beyond continues.
Mail-in voters weigh flying to vote in person and other backup plans amid uncertainty
Voters and election officials are navigating uncertainty about mail-in voting for the midterms as the legal fight drags on over the U.S. Postal Service plan for President Trump's bid for restrictions.
Poll shows two-thirds of U.S. Jewish voters will favor Democrats in November
Despite tensions over Israel and rising antisemitism, respondents ranked affordability and the future of democracy as their top issues in the midterms.
Oregon Democrats seek to calm voters’ election uncertainties
Oregon Democrats express faith in the upcoming vote-by-mail election despite ongoing legal battles over President Donald Trump's attempt to restrict mail ballot delivery.
GOP's first midterm convention kicks off Wednesday, putting Dallas at center of national politics
The Republican Party's first-ever midterm convention begins in Dallas as Trump and GOP leaders rally voters, while Democrats prepare their own counterprogramming ahead of November.
California voters can fix a flaw in the state's recall system
Proposition 5 on the November ballot would prevent a governor's replacement from taking office by winning just marginal support. It's the first step toward a badly needed overhaul.
Signs of US-style polarisation in Britons’ trust in science
Sense of shared identity makes Greens’ faith in scientists stronger than Reform voters’, study finds
Allegheny County Council proposes bill that could regulate AI use in political campaign materials
Members of Allegheny County Council on Tuesday introduced a bill that would require political candidates to disclose their use of artificial intelligence in campaign materials, an effort aimed at preventing voters from being misled by AI-generative content. If passed, the ordinance would establish disclosure requirements for AI-generated campaign content used
Can the 'best showman in politics' deliver again? GOP bets on Trump at historic midterm convention
Donald Trump headlines the first-ever GOP midterm convention in Dallas, aiming to energize low-propensity MAGA voters ahead of key 2026 races.
Trump’s Ability to Channel Voter Concerns Is Tested as Republicans Gather in Dallas
As Republicans face down tough midterm elections, President Trump has appeared out of step with the party on Iran, the economy and other issues.
From climate change to the economy to healthcare, NH voters seek solutions with their ballots
Scott Thompson, a retired mechanic from Epsom, usually doesn’t vote in midterm elections, but after a GOP candidate for state representative showed up at his door he decided to make plans to vote on Tuesday.
What to watch as Republicans gather in Dallas for Trump's unusual midterm convention
Midterms are often difficult for the party in power in Washington, and Trump believes the event can juice enthusiasm for the party and boost turnout among his voters.
Where Michigan voters stand with single-payer health insurance, according to poll
Michigan voters were asked in a recent poll how they felt about the upcoming November general election. Some questions focused on Michigan voters’ opinions on the American health care system.
Michigan rabbis lay out demands for El-Sayed and state Democrats to earn their votes
As the candidate seeks Jewish voters, an open letter describes Jewish sovereignty in Israel and Jewish safety as “nonnegotiables.”
Trump Administration Asks Supreme Court to Allow Voter-Screening Tool
Voting rights organizations had challenged a Trump administration overhaul of a government database, arguing it could be used to disenfranchise eligible voters.
Penn State Ranked No. 16 in Both Coaches, AP Polls
Penn State moved up in the week 1 version of the polls! They’re now No. 16 in the Coaches poll, as well as No. 16 in the AP. The absolute demolition of Marshall, maybe to a point not expected by the voters, allowed the Nittany Lions to start its ascent to a potential top 10 […]
NYC voters give Mamdani high marks, say mayor is doing better than expected
A new Suffolk University poll also finds New York voters disagree with GOP calls for Mayor Zohran Mamdani to stay away from 9/11 memorial.
'Turning blind eye' to AfD win further angers voters, analyst warns
Chancellor Merz's government must recognise the far-right AfD's victory in Saxony-Anhalt and voter discontent that led to the win, or further cement its downfall, an expert on East German politics warned.
Lancaster County judge hears challenge to Nebraska K-12, collegiate sports ballot measure
A Lincoln voter refiled a challenge this week to a ballot measure seeking to cement limits on public school sports participation to student-athletes’ sex at birth after the Nebraska Supreme Court declined to hear the lawsuit.
Speak Up Moore Presents ‘Polls, Politics And Perceptions’ with Donald Bryson
Speak Up Moore will present “Polls, Politics and Perceptions: An Expert Provides Insight into the Minds of NC Voters” on Monday, Sept. 21, from 6-7:30 p.m. at Sandhills Community College,
New Hampshire voters pick midterm nominees as Sen. Shaheen's exit sparks scramble for key seats
New Hampshire primary voters are choosing candidates for Congress, governor and the 424-seat state Legislature on Tuesday, and incumbents aren’t the only familiar names on the ballot.
Florida IAM Members Focus on Political Mobilization at Fall Conference
The IAM's Florida State Council recently held its fall conference, bringing together union leaders and delegates to focus on political education, voter mobilization, and strengthening the voice of working families across the state. Led by President Mike Phillips, the conference emphasized the importance of supporting pro-labor candidates and increasing member participation in the political process.
California’s political hopefuls remain silent on state’s job losses, unemployment
Dan Walters Commentary: The aspirants for those positions are making all sorts of promises to win voters’ approval. But few, if any, have mentioned a slow-motion menace affecting a fundamental
CNN to host California gubernatorial debate ahead of November election
(CNN) — CNN will host a California gubernatorial debate later this month, just weeks before Election Day as voters in the nation’s most populous state decide who will succeed Democratic
CNN to host California gubernatorial debate ahead of November election
CNN will host a California gubernatorial debate later this month, just weeks before Election Day as voters in the nation’s most populous state decide who will succeed Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom.
The insurgent Democrat taking on David Valadao
The 31-year-old progressive is betting his working-class roots and economic message can energize voters in one of the country’s youngest congressional districts.
New Hampshire voters choose nominees for open Senate seat with Shaheen's retirement, and more races to watch today
What to Watch in Tuesday’s New Hampshire Primary Elections
Voters will nominate candidates for one of the most high-stakes Senate races in the country. And a Democratic House primary has emerged as a test of the party’s establishment.
Will Angie Nixon drag down the entire Florida Democratic ticket?
Some Democrats see her energizing a largely untapped base of new voters, but Republicans are ready to use her as an anchor down ballot.
NC Senate race sparks AI deepfake debate after mistake on Cabarrus County mailers
“The use of AI deepfake imagery and content deceives voters and violates their trust,” one candidate said.
Trump wants voters to pretend he’s on the ballot. The Republican Party is going along for the ride
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is embracing his inner cowboy, seeking to gallop into this week's Republican convention in Dallas and save the midterm
New Hampshire voters pick nominees as Sen. Shaheen’s exit sparks a scramble for key seats
New Hampshire primary voters are choosing candidates for Congress, governor and the state Legislature, with the retirement of U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen creating the most competitive races | K-DAWN
New Hampshire voters pick nominees as Sen. Shaheen’s exit sparks a scramble for key seats
New Hampshire primary voters are choosing candidates for Congress, governor and the state Legislature, with the retirement of U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen creating the most competitive races | Talk Radio 1210 WPHT
New Hampshire voters pick nominees as Sen. Shaheen’s exit sparks a scramble for key seats
New Hampshire primary voters are choosing candidates for Congress, governor and the state Legislature, with the retirement of U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen creating the most competitive races | WWL
Trump wants voters to pretend he’s on the ballot. The Republican Party is going along for the ride
President Donald Trump may try to channel the role of cowboy as he heads to the first-ever off-year Republican convention in Dallas beginning Wednesday | News-Talk 1380 WAOK
Trump wants voters to pretend he’s on the ballot. The Republican Party is going along for the ride
President Donald Trump may try to channel the role of cowboy as he heads to the first-ever off-year Republican convention in Dallas beginning Wednesday | WWJ Newsradio 950
Trump wants voters to pretend he’s on the ballot. The Republican Party is going along for the ride
President Donald Trump may try to channel the role of cowboy as he heads to the first-ever off-year Republican convention in Dallas beginning Wednesday.
Senate candidate Todd Achilles talks costs, health care at Twin Falls County Fair
The Twin Falls County Fair wrapped up as independent U.S. Senate candidate Todd Achilles campaigned there, discussing rising costs, health care and congressional reform with voters in the Magic Valley.
Nearly 8 years after liquor vote, Winnebago sees new business growth
Nearly eight years after Winnebago voters opened the door to liquor sales village-wide, residents and local businesses say the decision helped change where people eat, drink and spend time in the community.
California Wants $7.5 Billion for Science. My Generation Will Inherit
A STUDENT’S VIEW - California may ask voters to authorize billions for scientific research after federal funding cuts. Young Californians have a particular stake in what happens next. California is c
Swedish election tests a blurred left-right divide
Recent polls show Sweden’s right closing the gap as the Social Democrats court conservative voters
Acton attack suspect not registered with political party, voted in 2016 GOP primary
Amy Acton was eating a sandwich, taking pictures and talking with people at the Canfield Fair when Tra Eley says she stopped at his food truck Sunday.For roughl
Kentucky Dem: Secrecy surrounding Sen. McConnell’s health part of why voters don’t ‘trust’ DC
Michigan politicians spent Monday shaking hands with voters, a day after an armed man charged at an Ohio candidate
The Ohio State Highway Patrol says an armed assailant charged toward the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, Amy Acton, during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, injuring several people before he was stopped by troopers.
Check your voter registration status before Oct. 5 deadline
With the Nov. 3 midterm election coming up, now is the time to check your voter registration status while there is still time to fix any issues.
The Guardian view on the far right’s real weapon: it is the politics of powerlessness
Editorial: From Dover to Saxony-Anhalt, extremists thrive when voters believe established parties can no longer deliver security, prosperity or meaningful change
5 Races to Watch This Fall for Answers to the Biggest Midterm Questions
From Iowa to Michigan to Texas, key contests will offer clues about voters’ views of President Trump, progressive ideas, the war with Iran and more.
Germany’s ‘Firewall’ Against the Far Right Is Being Tested Like Never Before
A blowout win by the far-right Alternative for Germany party in a state election has revealed a split among voters about whether to uphold a decades-old strategy for sidelining extremists.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Rhode Island’s state primary
Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee faces a tough Democratic primary challenge Wednesday in his bid for a second full term. Ocean State voters will also choose nominees for a full
Factbox-The Nine Midterm Races That Will Decide Control of the US Senate
By Andy Sullivan WASHINGTON, Sept 7 (Reuters) - Democrats need to pick up four seats from Republicans to win control of the 100-seat Senate in the midterm elections on November 3. While voters will pick candidates in 35 states, independent analysts only see nine of those races as competitive.
Amending Virginia: Virginians may change the voter rights restoration process for felons
Watch the fourth episode of our limited series on constitutional amendments now.
From TV to TikTok: Social media is reshaping political campaigns
Luke Bronin’s upset of John Larson highlights how Connecticut campaigns are using social media, short-form video and digital targeting to reach voters.
From TV to TikTok: Social media is reshaping political campaigns
Luke Bronin’s upset of John Larson highlights how Connecticut campaigns are using social media, short-form video and digital targeting to reach voters.
Even Dem court couldn’t abide theft of GOP seats
Thanks to the Colorado Supreme Court, Colorado voters will be able to reaffirm their support for the Independent Congressional Redistricting Commission after the court struck down the Democratic scheme to steal three Republican congressional seats. Billionaire-funded national Democratic groups from New York and Washington, D.C. created the hilariously named “Coloradans for a Level Playing Field,” […]
Even if it doesn’t form government, the far-right AfD has shaken Germany’s political establishment to the core
Voters in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt punished the major parties for their handling of the cost-of-living crisis.
White Voters Are Twice as Likely as Black Voters to Follow Politics Closely
We asked voters how closely they follow government and current affairs, and we have the answers, visualised just for you.
Another candidate drops out of 1st District Democratic race, as primary campaign nears end
Christian Urrutia, who had been lagging in polls, threw his support behind former rival Stefany Shaheen Sunday. Maura Sullivan and Carleigh Beriont are making their own last-minute pitches to Democratic primary voters.
Everyone wants to win working-class voters. But have they realized many are women?
This story was originally reported by Chabeli Carrazana of The 19th. Meet Chabeli and read more of their reporting on gender, politics and policy. Congressional candidate JoAnna Mendoza can quickly rattle off prices from the grocery store in the small town of Eloy, Arizona, where she grew up. A couple of months ago, a pound […]
‘Culture of lawlessness’: Michael Gates talks attorney general campaign on Inside California Politics
(Inside California Politics) — Voters last elected a Republican to serve as California’s attorney general in 1994. Michael Gates is trying to break that streak in November when he faces incum…
Early data suggests high voter turnout in Saxony-Anhalt election
High-stakes ballot sees votes cast by midday up over 50% on last election in eastern German state
Dining across the divide: ‘He looked like a Green voter. As you get older you realise it’s unicorn politics’
A part-time musician and an office manager disagreed on benefits and work-life balance, but where did they stand on community responsibility?
Politics at the MN Fair: Candidates mingle with voters ahead of November
Gone are the days of high-profile debates for top offices at the Great Minnesota Get Together. The last Fair debate for a top statewide office — whether it be for governor or U.S. Senate — was in 2018.
Turning Point lays groundwork to shape GOP presidential race in 2028
Turning Point Action mixed online-ready confrontations with on-the-ground organizing at the Iowa State Fair as it registers voters and recruits activists to influence Iowa’s 2028 Republican presidential contest.
Affordability takes center stage as Shapiro and Garrity craft their economic pitch for Pennsylvania voters
Exhausted by high gas prices and stagnant wages, voters most want the candidates to address cost-of-living concerns, according to a recent poll.
London mayoral contenders limber up for a race that is Sadiq Khan’s to lose
Tories and Reform hope to unseat the incumbent by tempting some Labour voters to shift to the right
Flock cameras become midterm campaign target as voters balk at tech companies' power
Although police say the cameras are an invaluable crime-fighting tool, some critics say their pervasiveness amounts to unconstitutional warrantless mass surveillance.
Justice Department has issued subpoenas for Nevada voter data, state’s elections chief says
The move marks another effort by the Trump administration to insert the federal government more directly into the administration of elections.
Power & Politics: Immigration arrests; Trump administration targets CT for 'criminal voter fraud surge'
Susan Cockfield, of Stamford-Norwalk United With Immigrants, Juliana Soares, of Danbury Unites for Immigrants, and Dr. Mohammaad Elahee, of Quinnipiac University, join the show this week.
Power & Politics: Immigration arrests; Trump administration targets CT for 'criminal voter fraud surge'
Susan Cockfield, of Stamford-Norwalk United With Immigrants, Juliana Soares, of Danbury Unites for Immigrants, and Dr. Mohammaad Elahee, of Quinnipiac University, join the show this week.
Byron Donalds accuses David Jolly of ducking media, voters in 'basement campaign'
'He's nowhere to be seen.'
Don’t bring Washington’s MAGA politics to Massachusetts
Mike Minogue wants Massachusetts voters to believe that his business background makes him the obvious choice to run the Commonwealth. But voters should look beyond the campaign slogans.
New Hampshire's GOP primary features two familiar names from the past, and voters are fine with that
While voters elsewhere have embraced a decidedly anti-establishment sentiment this campaign season, New Hampshire Republican voters appear content with their choices and are poised to pick a familiar name over a fresh face on Tuesday.
Arizona voter-law fight reaches SCOTUS as election groups warn ‘absurd’ consequence could ensue
Election experts warn the Supreme Court that the Ninth Circuit's ruling could make it impossible to ever remove noncitizens from state voter rolls.