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Al Jazeerapolitics4 days ago
Trump-backed candidates win most Senate primaries but lose Georgia governor run-off
Republican voters chose Trump-endorsed nominees for Senate seats in Alabama, Georgia and Oklahoma on Tuesday. In Georgia, the president’s choice for governor lost the run-off to self-funded candidate Rick Jackson.
nationalpost.compolitics4 days ago
Republican Primary Runoff Selects Nominee to Oppose Senator in Georgia Election
Republican primary runoff voters selected a nominee to challenge Senator Jon Ossoff in Georgia's midterm election for U.S. Senate. The outcome sets up a November contest between the Republican nominee and the Democratic incumbent.
Washington Examinerpolitics4 days ago
Analyst Discusses Iran Nuclear Facilities After Strikes and Democratic Party Shifts
A Washington Examiner program examined the effects of U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites and changes within the Democratic Party. Panelists addressed remaining Iranian capabilities and primary election trends favoring candidates aligned with specific agendas.
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AP-NORC analysis shows Trump approval among independents fell to about one-quarter by spring 2026
Aggregated AP-NORC polls from July 2024 to April 2026 found that positive views of President Trump among independents without college degrees dropped from 48 percent before he took office to roughly 25 percent this spring. The decline erased an earlier education gap and also appe…
politics13 days ago
Kalshi and Polymarket bar paid creators from questioning election results
The two prediction-market platforms updated policies to prohibit affiliates from denying election outcomes or spreading related claims. The companies asked some creators to remove posts or lose sponsorship after recent California primary coverage.
Washington Examinerpolitics17 days ago
Democrats Consider Independent Candidates in Several Republican-Leaning States
Democratic operatives in Nebraska, Montana, South Dakota, and Alaska are weighing support for independent Senate candidates over party nominees. The shift follows recent primaries and reflects concerns about the party's brand in conservative states.
rediff.compolitics18 days ago
Iran Launches Missile and Drone Strikes on Kuwait and Bahrain
Iran fired missiles and drones at Kuwait International Airport and sites in Bahrain overnight. The attacks followed U.S. strikes on Iran's Qeshm Island and a commercial vessel.
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thestreet.compolitics19 days ago
Russia strikes Ukraine, primaries held in six states, Trump administration drops anti-weaponization fund
Russia conducted strikes on Ukrainian cities that killed at least 18 people. Primaries took place in California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico and South Dakota. The Justice Department said it would follow a court order blocking a proposed $1.8 billion fund.
Reasonpolitics23 days ago
New Libertarian Party Chair Rejects Alliances With Major Parties
Evan McMahon, elected chair at the party's convention last weekend, said the Libertarian Party will not trade support for cabinet positions or other concessions. He outlined plans to rebuild membership and disaffiliate one state affiliate.
Nbc Newspolitics27 days ago
Jewish Democrats Discuss Israel Policy at Washington Summit
Attendees at the Jewish Democratic Council of America Leadership Summit addressed shifting Democratic voter attitudes toward Israel. Speakers emphasized continued support for the U.S.-Israel relationship while distinguishing between Israeli government policies and the country its…
bbc.co.ukpolitics28 days ago
Trump Removes Republican Critics Ahead of November Midterm Elections
President Donald Trump supported candidates who defeated several Republican incumbents in primaries for the November midterm elections. One defeated lawmaker was Representative Thomas Massie.
The Sydney Morning Heraldworld29 days ago
Democrats Select Candidates in 2026 Midterm Primaries
Primary elections to choose Democratic nominees for the November 2026 midterms began in March and continue through September. Thirty-five Senate seats and all 435 House seats are contested.
forward.compolitics4 days ago
Poll Finds U.S. Jewish Voters Prioritize Democracy and Affordability
A survey of 800 American Jewish voters found that democracy and affordability rank as top issues ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The non-partisan U.S. Jewish Voters Resource Center conducted the poll.
world32 days ago
AIPAC Funds PACs in Illinois and Pennsylvania Primaries
Public records show AIPAC-linked PACs spent millions in recent U.S. House primaries. The spending occurred through multiple intermediary groups whose donors were disclosed after the elections.
abcnews.go.compolitics32 days ago
Trump-backed candidate defeats Massie in Kentucky primary
President Trump’s endorsed challenger defeated eight-term Representative Thomas Massie in Kentucky’s 4th District Republican primary. The race set a record for spending in a U.S. House primary.
thehindu.compolitics32 days ago
Trump-Backed Candidate Defeats Incumbent in Kentucky House Primary
A candidate supported by President Trump won a Republican primary in Kentucky by defeating an incumbent representative. In Pennsylvania, a Democratic primary resulted in a victory for a candidate aligned with democratic socialists.
foxnews.comworld38 days ago
House Republicans See Improved Midterm Outlook After Recent Court Rulings
House Republicans expressed greater confidence in their prospects for the upcoming midterm elections following two federal court decisions. The rulings addressed redistricting in one state and voting procedures in another. @thehill reported that party members described the outcom…
pandaily.comtechnology39 days ago
TikTok’s ‘For You’ Algorithm Delivered Asymmetric Partisan Content to Both Democratic and Republican Accounts in 2024 Study
A Nature study using 323 audit experiments on TikTok sock puppet accounts found systematic partisan asymmetries in the platform's 'For You' feed during the 2024 US presidential election campaign. Republican-seeded accounts received about 11.5 percent more co-partisan content than…
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foxnews.compolitics43 days ago
Republicans Gain Eight Seats on Election Maps Ahead of November
Republicans are eight seats closer to retaining control of the House following changes to election maps. The adjustments make it more difficult for Democrats to secure a majority in the November elections. The Washington Post reported the developments in its coverage of redistric…
deadline.compolitics44 days ago
Steve Hilton Emerges as Frontrunner in California Governor Primary Race
Steve Hilton, a former adviser to David Cameron, has become a leading candidate in the primary for California governor. Hilton, who moved to California in 2012, is campaigning on the slogan that a vote for him will make the state "Califordable." Some former colleagues from his ti…
The Federalistpolitics46 days ago
Ramaswamy Wins Ohio GOP Governor Primary as Sheahan Falls Short in House Race
Vivek Ramaswamy defeated Casey Putsch to win the Republican nomination for Ohio governor on Tuesday. Former ICE deputy director Madison Sheahan finished third with roughly 20 percent of the vote in the 9th Congressional District primary, which Derek Merrin won. The outcomes set u…
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abcnews.go.compolitics46 days ago
Fulton County Board Votes to Block DOJ Subpoena for 2020 Election Workers' Names
The Fulton County Board of Registration and Elections filed a 27-page motion Monday in Georgia federal court to block a Justice Department grand jury subpoena. The subpoena seeks names and contact information for thousands of 2020 poll workers and county employees.
occidentaldissent.compolitics47 days agoUpdated
Indiana and Ohio Hold Primary Elections on May 5, 2026
Voters in Indiana and Ohio cast ballots in primary elections on May 5, 2026, with President Trump endorsing challengers against Republican incumbents in Indiana who opposed a redistricting plan. The outcomes could indicate the extent of Trump's ongoing sway within the Republican…
The Boston Globepolitics47 days ago
Primary Elections in May 2026 Test President Trump's Endorsement Influence
Voters in Indiana and Ohio participate in primary elections on May 5, 2026, with several races highlighting the impact of President Trump's endorsements. Upcoming primaries in Louisiana, Kentucky, and Texas will further assess his sway among Republican voters. These contests invo…
espn.compolitics49 days ago
Arizona Wins Federal Court Ruling Against DOJ Demand for Voter Data
A federal judge dismissed a U.S. Justice Department lawsuit against Arizona for refusing to provide its voter roll. Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes stated the request was part of efforts to create a centralized database of U.S. citizens' information. The ruling aligns wi…
news.google.comworld55 days ago
U.S. Federal Involvement in Election Administration Extends to Both Parties' Jurisdictions
The U.S. federal government has extended its involvement in election administration to areas controlled by both Democratic and Republican officials. In response, election officials are preparing for potential federal subpoenas and visits from agents. These actions occur amid ongo…
Photo: Joshua Woroniecki / Unsplashworld58 days ago
Groups Seek to Block Changes to Mail-In Voting Ahead of Midterms
State officials, the Democratic Party, and voting rights groups are working to stop a Trump administration initiative on mail-in voting. The effort comes before the November 2026 midterm elections. The actions aim to address proposed modifications to voting procedures.
news.google.compolitics60 days ago
America First Legal Petitions USPS on Mail-In Ballot Order
A conservative legal group filed a petition urging the U.S. Postal Service to implement President Trump's executive order on mail-in ballots despite ongoing lawsuits. Democratic senators called on the agency to defy the order. The actions come ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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ABC News Criticized for Labeling Obama Campaign Ad as Exclusive
ABC News faced backlash on social media platform X after presenting a campaign advertisement featuring former President Barack Obama as an exclusive clip. The ad supports a Virginia redistricting measure that could benefit Democrats in the 2026 midterms. Critics questioned the ex…