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Andrews questions Graham’s family business ties to China; Graham fires back
A dispute that erupted during Monday’s U.S. Senate debate in South Carolina is spilling onto the campaign trail, with Democratic nominee Dr. Annie Andrews and Republican Sen. Darline Graham clashing over alleged foreign business ties.
Vance’s Talarico Attacks Show His Penchant for Personal Broadsides
At a rally in Texas, the vice president suggested the Democratic Senate nominee is gay, a comment criticized as homophobic.
New poll shows Democrats ahead in most statewide races
A new poll released by the University of Texas/Texas Politics Project shows Democrats holding slim leads in the U.S. Senate race and most statewide races.
Talarico criticizes Israel’s actions in Gaza, backs two-state solution
James Talarico, the Democratic candidate for Texas’ Senate seat, addressed the nuances of a voter’s question about rising antisemitism and his stance on Israel. “I have deep love and respect for the Jewish people, for the Jewish scriptures,” noting that he learned about them from a local rabbi and not from a Christian perspective.
Talarico refutes skeptics at CNN Town Hall
Jeff Zeleny breaks down Texas Democrat James Talarico’s performance at a CNN Town Hall, where voters questioned him on religion, abortion and more.
Ilhan Omar Investigation Aims to Build Case for Stripping Her Citizenship
Authorities have subpoenaed members of the Democratic congresswoman’s family as part of a broader look at their immigration paperwork.
Annie Andrews attacks Graham over reported China business; calls for answers
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Dr. Annie Andrews called on interim Sen. Darline Graham on Wednesday to answer questions about her ties to China.
Annie Andrews attacks Graham over reported China business; calls for answers
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Dr. Annie Andrews called on interim Sen. Darline Graham on Wednesday to answer questions about her ties to China.
Michigan GOP Senate nominee Mike Rogers on whether Iran war was a mistake: ‘We’ll find out’
Rogers and Democrat Abdul El-Sayed spoke to “NBC Nightly News” about Iran, the economy and the issues driving the tight Michigan Senate race.
Democrats lead early voting in Ohio
Democrats are outperforming Republicans in early voting in Ohio, a shift from the same point in 2024 that could signal an enthusiasm gap heading into the midterms.
Political analysts on what could tip the balance in Georgia’s midterm elections
Finding common ground between Democrats and Republicans has been difficult. However, the nation’s two dominant political parties agree on one thing: the upcoming midterm elections matter for several reasons, chief among them control of Congress.
Rep. Ilhan Omar's phone seized and relatives subpoenaed in criminal probe, AP source says
Federal authorities investigating Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar have seized the Democratic lawmaker’s phone and have issued more than a dozen grand jury subpoenas, including to some of her relatives, according to a person briefed on the probe.
Union leader quoted in Maine Senate attack ad sends ‘cease and desist’ to GOP PAC
The ad quotes a union official slamming Democrat Troy Jackson’s healthcare plan. He told NBC News he never commented on Jackson’s plan and was “shocked” to see the quote.
Republican Ken Buck endorses Phil Weiser in Colorado governor’s race
Former Republican U.S. Rep. Ken Buck crossed party lines Wednesday to endorse Democratic Attorney General Phil Weiser’s campaign for Colorado governor.
Mamdani accuses Blakeman of 'bigotry and racism' in breakout debate that mayor didn't watch
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani admitted he didn't watch Tuesday's governor debate between Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul and Republican Bruce Blakeman.
Newsom heads to New Hampshire to stump for Democrats
California Gov. Gavin Newsom's trip follows voyages to other early primary voting states that could be critical to his campaign if he officially joins the 2028 presidential contest.
Analysis | Why Democrats will probably win back the House
And what could go wrong for them.
Republicans retreat from battleground districts as lines shift in House races
The shifting money in the final weeks of midterm campaigns points to a defensive posture by Republicans and new aggression from Democrats, who aim to capitalize on President Donald Trump's weak approval ratings.
Here's what's on House Democrats' agenda if they sweep to power in midterm elections
Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries said Democrats will be united on reinstating Affordable Care Act tax breaks, reversing Republican Medicaid cuts, holding votes against the Iran war and undoing President Donald Trump's tariff regime.
Watch: WGAL\'s 36th Senate District debate with candidates Malone, Jones
Democrat James Malone and Republican Tom Jones will meet today for a televised debate before the race for Lancaster County’s 36th Senate District.
Venezuela’s Machado tops poll as US-backed negotiations resume
María Corina Machado holds a commanding lead in presidential voting intentions in Venezuela even as she remains sidelined from U.S.-backed negotiations between the government and opposition aimed at restoring democratic
Are Tarrant Latino voters a swing group for 2026 midterm elections?
Latino voters have swayed between Democrats and Republicans.
Troy Jackson Presses Susan Collins on Heating Prices
"This winter is going to break some people," the Democrat says in a new ad shared first the Midcoast Villager.
Rep. Moore says he puts policy over 'toxic' politics; Crosby calls himself a chance for change
In a debate for Utah’s newly-drawn 2nd Congressional District, Republican incumbent Rep. Blake Moore squared off with Democrat Peter Crosby.
The raid on Ilhan Omar’s house is dangerous political theater
The raid is meant to cast an air of suspicion and criminality over Democratic candidates who, like Omar, are facing the voters in a matter of weeks
What to watch in the CNN & Jubilee town hall with James Talarico
James Talarico’s bid to become the first Democrat in a generation to win statewide in Texas after three decades of disappointments is in its final stretch.
Andy Burnham’s Speech to the Labour Party Conference Could Be the Start of a Positive Social-Democratic Politics
But the autumn budget to be released at the end of October will offer needed details.
Candidates with strong education credentials square off in 96th House District
Two Manheim Township educators from opposite sides of the political aisle are vying for control of the 96th District. Democratic incumbent Nikki Rivera will face Republican Babita Rusyn, a former
Newcomer faces incumbent Zimmerman in 99th House District
Republican Dave Zimmerman has represented the 99th District in the Pennsylvania House for 12 years. This year, 23-year-old Democrat Ethan Gabrick, a teacher’s aide, hopes to take over as an
Insurance pro challenges Smith-Wade-El in 49th House District
Four years after his election to the Pennsylvania House, Lancaster Democrat Izzy Smith-Wade-El again faces a Republican challenger in Millersville Borough resident Vanessa Acosta.
A 41st House District rematch: Brett Miller vs. Brad Chambers
Lancaster County’s 41st state House District race features a rematch between Republican incumbent Brett Miller and Democrat Brad Chambers.
Registered nurse runs against incumbent Smucker in 11th Congressional District
Democrat Nancy Mannion is confident in her ability to oust longtime Lancaster County Congressman Lloyd Smucker and take the 11th District seat.
Police sergeant challenges Mindy Fee in the 37th House District
Republican state Rep. Mindy Fee has represented the bright-red 37th District for 13 years. This year, Chad Gleissl, a Warwick Township Democrat and York College campus police sergeant, is fighting
36th House District race among Pennsylvania\'s most competitive
Democrat James Malone did the unthinkable last year when he won a state Senate seat in a bright red district against an established Republican candidate.
Democrat offers Greiner uncommon opposition in 43rd House District
For the first time in eight years, Republican state Rep. Keith Greiner faces competition in the 43rd House District. Democrat Bryan Peirson, a carpenter for a Chester County-based cabinet company,
Write-in Democrat vies with Gebhard for 48th Senate District seat
Coming off a heated GOP primary, Republican Sen. Chris Gebhard faces a Berks County Democrat who won a spot on the ballot through a write-in campaign.
Early Bills vs. Raiders predictions agree on who wins in Vegas
The Buffalo Bills are riding a hot hand as they get set to head to Vegas.
Collins, Jackson spar over energy costs, health care in third Maine Senate debate
Hosted by WABI and WAGM, the incumbent Republican and her Democratic challenger went head-to-head on affordability, energy, health care and tariffs.
Trump, Epstein and corruption allegations loom over Senate debates in Maine and Georgia
Republican Senate candidates in the battleground states of Maine and Georgia tried to turn the tables on their Democratic foes in Tuesday night’s debates as the GOP faces increasing headwinds in the final sprint before Election Day with control of the chamber on the line.
In heated Georgia Senate debate, Jon Ossoff says he won’t run for president in 2028
Ossoff, the Democratic incumbent, pledged to serve a full term as he and Rep. Mike Collins, the GOP challenger, hit on similar themes as in their first debate last week.
One week into early voting, Ohio Democrats are outperforming Republicans
Early Ohio numbers show that Democrats are coming out to vote even more than they did in 2024 and 2022, outperforming Republicans.
Barack Obama to campaign with Ohio Democrats as he expands his outreach ahead of Election Day
Former President Barack Obama is heading to Ohio and Michigan to campaign for Democratic candidates in key Senate and governor's races.
WATCH LIVE: 2nd Congressional District Debate with Peter Crosby and Blake Moore
Democrat Peter Crosby and Republican Blake Moore are running to represent northern Utah in the U.S. House of Representatives. Watch their debate Tuesday at 6 p.m.
Justice Dept. Issues Subpoenas in Ilhan Omar Investigation
After years of investigation, the Justice Department appears to be intensifying a criminal inquiry into the immigration history of Ilhan Omar, a Minnesota Democrat, and her family.
Candidates Debate Second-Home Tax, Other Issues at Villager Forum
Republican Cory Raymond and Democrat Josh Gerritsen took questions from voters at the Villager Cafe.
Why Federal Agents Searched Rep. Ilhan Omar's Home and What Happens Next
Federal agents searched the home of Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar in Washington on Monday amid an ongoing investigation of her immigration history – a search that comes three weeks before Omar is set to face voters on Election Day. The search is part of an ongoing federal probe conducted by Homeland ...
Trump's diesel deal with Putin draws bipartisan criticism from a frustrated Congress
The deal is being criticized by both Republicans and Democrats as fueling Russia's war against Ukraine, violating existing U.S. laws and drawing the U.S. closer to Russia.
Race for 17th Senate District could determine State Senate control
Republican incumbent Howard Marklein is being challenged by Democratic State Assembly Rep. Jenna Jacobson.
Trump rally protester attacked in act of ‘senseless’ political violence, Ohio mayor says
“It must be emphatically stated that senseless (political) violence has absolutely NO place in our community or in our democratic process,” Youngstown Mayor Derrick McDowell said.
Poindexter calls for an end to the Iran war
Brian Poindexter, who is running on the Democratic ticket for Ohio’s 7th Congressional seat, called for an end to the US involvement in the Iran war during a press conference Tuesday.
Bipartisan group of senators call on Trump to rescind Russian diesel deal
Six Democratic and six Republican senators wrote a letter calling on President Trump to withdraw from his recent deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
What role should the Supreme Court play in American politics?
A wide-ranging new book by Nikolas Bowie and Daphna Renan examines how America’s highest court often gets in the way of democratic politics.
What to know about the search of Democratic Rep. Omar's home
President Donald Trump's administration has taken the unusual step of searching Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar's home in Washington, just three weeks before the midterm election.
Cook Political Report shifts 4 governors’ races toward Democrats
Cook Political Report is shifting four gubernatorial races in Democrats’ favor, the nonpartisan election handicapper said Tuesday, all in states which currently have Republican governors. Amo…
Cook Political Report shifts 4 governors’ races toward Democrats
Cook Political Report is shifting four gubernatorial races in Democrats’ favor, the nonpartisan election handicapper said Tuesday, all in states which currently have Republican governors. Amo…
Cook moves three red-state governor’s races toward Democrats
Cook Political Report changed Alaska's governor race rating from toss up to lean Democrat; and Nebraska, Vermont and Oklahoma governor's races from solid Republican to likely Republican.
The Ilhan Omar home search fits a very political pattern for Trump and his DOJ
It remains to be seen what kind of evidence the Trump Justice Department has against Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar of Minnesota, whose DC-area home federal officers searched on Monday.
Joe Manchin endorses independent in Iowa’s 1st District race
Independent Michael Bridgford, endorsed by former U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin, is working to connect with voters in Iowa’s 1st congressional district race against Republican Mariannette Miller-Meeks and Democrat Christina Bohannan.
Political Notebook: Oct. 14, 2026
Lavallee, Wondolowski to participate in candidates forum GREENFIELD — Voters in the 1st Franklin District will get a chance to hear directly from the two candidates competing to represent them at the State House in November’s general election. Independent candidate Amy Lavallee and Democratic candidate Lora Wondolowski will appear together at a candidates forum on Wednesday, Oct. […]
Sen. Dornink: Democrats misguided health care policies driving another year of higher health insurance rates as the ACA fails to deliver on its promise
Senate Republicans sounded the alarm on another round of double-digit health insurance rate increases announced by the Department of Commerce, saying state Democrats raised costs and taxes, drained the Health Care Access Fund that was supposed to hold premiums down, and opposed one of the most successful tools to lower premiums through the reinsurance program....
Kacey Musgraves fires back after Noem jab over Talarico
In a Monday post on social media, Noem voiced support for Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in the Republican’s Senate bid against Democrat James Talarico.
Corey Foreman says Georgia needs better health care access, affordability and government transparency
Corey Foreman came to Georgia from Maryland while serving in the military and was stationed at Fort Stewart. He is now a small-business owner in facility maintenance, a husband and the Democratic candidate for Georgia Senate District 1.
What to know about the search of Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar's home
The agents who searched Omar's home were Homeland Security investigators, indicating the investigation regards immigration issues
What to know about the search of Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar's home
The agents who searched Omar's home were Homeland Security investigators, indicating the investigation regards immigration issues
Can the last statehouse Democrat from Northern Kentucky survive?
Matt Lehman's most recent election was a squeaker. Can NKY's last statehouse Democrat win again?
One area Democrats, GOP agree: California needs a larger rainy day fund
The state’s boom-and-bust economy creates budget volatility. Prop. 2 would expand the state’s reserves, lessening the need to chop costs.
Hear Ankeny's Iowa House District 42 candidates on cancer, taxes
Republican Heather Stephenson and Democrat Amy Tagliareni are running in Ankeny's open-seat House District 42 race. Meet the candidates.
Medicare for All Is the Big Policy Fight Splitting Democrats | WSJ Politics Newsletter for Oct. 13
Plus, Ken Paxton partied in Dubai with two fugitives from U.S. justice, and federal agents searched Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home
Fox News Power Rankings: As the House falls, the Senate stays in play
Democrats' generic ballot lead is wider than the 2018 blue wave, pushing the House forecast toward a potential 237-seat Democratic majority.
Trump targets Ilhan Omar at rally following raid on her home
President says Somalia, birthplace of the Minnesota Democratic congresswoman, is ‘one of the worst countries on the planet’
Republican US Rep. Glenn Grothman faces Democrat Brad Smith in race for Wisconsin's 6th Congressional District
Democrat Brad Smith of Mequon, a National Guard veteran and political newcomer, is trying to unseat Republican U.S. Rep. Glenn Grothman of Glenbeulah, who has represented Wisconsin’s 6th Congressional District for more than a decade.
Republicans need evangelicals to turn out in the midterms. Faith leaders are sounding the alarm they may not
Conservative leaders are sounding the alarm that more needs to be done in the final weeks before the midterm elections to educate and mobilize white evangelicals, a critical voting bloc in the president’s coalition. Republicans fear if they stay home, that could hand victories to Democrats in key races across the country with control of Congress at stake.
Key business issues are at stake in the outcomes of Colorado legislative races
Six House races and three Senate races likely will determine whether Democrats hold a supermajority in both legislative chambers in 2027.
Montana Democratic Party chair steps down, endorses independent candidate
Shannon O'Brien is the latest state Democrat to endorse independent candidate Seth Bodnar over embattled party nominee Alani Bankhead for Montana's open Senate seat.
Republicans Promoted a False Rumor That James Talarico Was in Ohio
The Democratic nominee for Senate in Texas spent nine days off the trail with what he and his campaign said was a bad case of the flu. His opponents fueled rumors, including one that spread widely before it was debunked.
Jeffries calls New Hampshire seat key to House control
Hakeem Jeffries called New Hampshire’s open 1st District seat critical to House control as he campaigned with Democrat Stefany Shaheen. House Speaker Mike Johns...
What to know about the search of Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar's home
President Donald Trump's administration has taken the unusual step of searching Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar's home in Washington, just three weeks before the midterm election.
Was Delay Of Universal Health Plan Report Unlawful? Does It Matter?
A Republican state representative has been on a crusade alleging lawmakers allowed a major report to be delayed without statutory authority. He may have a point, but Democrats say he’s harping on a technicality.
In north Alabama congressional race, a Democrat pitches affordability and political reform
Throughout all of the 20th century, Alabama's 5th Congressional District, anchored in north Alabama, was represented by a Democrat. But in 2010, after the two parties had evolved and ideologically solidified into what they are today, voters sent Republican Mo Brooks to Congress, upending that longstanding electoral stasis.
Sen. John Fetterman faces political risks as Trump pushes for party switch, analyst says
GOP-linked group behind ads for socialist candidate in Ohio Senate race
A super PAC with ties to Republicans is spending hundreds of thousands of dollars to promote a third-party candidate for U.S. Senate in Ohio, in an apparent attempt to siphon voters from the Democratic candidate, former Sen. Sherrod Brown.
An Ad Targeting Susan Collins’s Opponent, Troy Jackson, Airs in the Wrong Portland
An executive with the Republican super PAC that paid for the ad attacking Troy Jackson, the Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, blamed its vendor for running the ad in Oregon.
WATCH LIVE: At Georgia governor debate, Democrat Keisha Lance Bottoms set to answer questions solo
Georgia Democratic gubernatorial nominee Keisha Lance Bottoms is set to take the debate stage Monday without her Republican opponent.
Chuck Schumer has broad support from his caucus. But the midterms could decide his future as leader
Chuck Schumer has won and lost Senate majorities since becoming Democratic leader a decade ago. But this year’s midterm elections could be the New York senator's most important yet as some in the party have said he needs to step down
GOP’s Byron Donalds Courts Black Voters in Bid to Become Florida’s First Black Governor
Republican Byron Donalds, flush with campaign cash and carrying President Donald Trump’s endorsement, stands a good chance of being elected Florida’s first Black governor on Nov. 3. It just doesn’t seem that most Black voters support him. In fact, polls show that Democrat David Jolly, who is white,
Analysis | The bellwether races to watch in November’s midterm elections
Will Democrats’ blue wave materialize? Watch these races.
Democrats rebuke federal raid of Ilhan Omar’s home: ‘rogue abuse of power’
Top House Democrats question the ‘corrupt weaponization’ of federal government against Trump’s adversaries
RAJAN: You should care about politics
Political apathy is the greatest threat to our democratic health. As students, we have the power to promote progress by engaging with politics.
Rashida Tlaib condemns 'fascist' DHS raid on Ilhan Omar's home
Other House Democrats also condemned the Trump administration's raiding the home of Minnesota U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar.
Many GOP states have imposed voting rules mirroring Trump's midterm proposals
Nearly 40 laws are taking effect for the first time in this year's midterms, mostly in Republican-controlled states. Many of them mirror changes President Donald Trump tried but failed to implement at the national level.
'If You Can Keep It': The Purpose Of The Polls
Polls play a major role in U.S. politics. And in the months leading up to an election, they’re everywhere.Polling doesn’t just indicate which party has a competitive advantage in a race. They also tell us about the issues that are most concerning to voters. And how these concerns break down by race, gender, education, age, and political affiliation. They also tell us the level of trust people have in the institutions tasked with carrying out our democratic processes.In this installment of our weekly series, “If You Can Keep It,” we break down the purpose of polls and their place in our elections, politics, and democracy.Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.
House Democratic leaders condemn the search of congresswoman's home as an 'abuse of power'
“For years, Donald Trump and far-right extremists have relentlessly targeted Congresswoman Omar with vile personal attacks and baseless accusations,” House Democratic leaders said in a statement.
Housing, Iran, and public lands divide 4th Congressional District candidates
Republican Incumbent Mike Kennedy and Democratic challenger Jonny Larsen consistently offered competing stances on the role of the federal government in Utah's future.
Dem political newcomer Gray looks to unseat GOP freshman state Rep. Booth
District 35 in Orange and Osceola flipped from GOP to Democratic and back again in 2024.
Name-calling politics birthed ‘Oxford County bear’ symbol
A writer tried to insult Maine farmers, and Democrats in the 19th century took the symbol for their own.
Democrats pour millions into ad buys in Ohio, Iowa U.S. Senate races
the party will spend $7 million in Ohio and $2.5 million in Iowa, two states President Donald Trump carried by double digits just two years ago.