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PoliticsOct 13Trump is heading all the way to Alaska in a sign of just how close its Senate race may bePresident Donald Trump is making an unusual campaign trip with the midterm elections looming.clickorlando · united states of america
PoliticsOct 13'Major wipeout' of 2006 proportions could force a new GOP reckoningRepublicans could be looking at a major wipeout in the midterm elections. Their tiny House majority was always going to be difficult to maintain, but the Senate should not be in play at all. Yet it surely is, with Democrats leading in nearly all the toss-up races, including in the reddest states, and competitive in at least a dozen of the contests that will determine which party controls the upper chamber.The Iran war is a big reason this has come to pass. It has demoralized the least indefatigably partisan part of President Donald Trump’s coalition by abandoning his promise to avoid new forevResponsible Statecraft
PoliticsOct 13Trump attacks immigrants from Somalia and Haiti while rallying in Ohio for Republican candidates - AP NewsTrump attacks immigrants from Somalia and Haiti while rallying in Ohio for Republican candidates AP NewsAP News
PoliticsOct 13Deep conspiracy to bring in ultra-leftist mindset: Fadnavis slams Congress as ‘anti-constitutional’Congress wants to create anarchy in the country. It is a conspiracy to undermine the Constitution written by Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar and the institutions created by him, says Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra FadnavisThe Hindu
PoliticsOct 13Talarico was at home in Texas during campaign trail absence, photos appear to show - CBS NewsTalarico was at home in Texas during campaign trail absence, photos appear to show CBS News Republicans Promoted a False Rumor That James Talarico Was in Ohio The New York Times ‘Silly season’: James Talarico tackles GOP conspiracies on his flu absence MS NOW Talarico Campaign Provides Time-Stamped Security Cam Images to NYT Showing He Was Home in Austin Yahoo FACT FOCUS: Posts falsely claim Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico was at a mental facility AP Newsgoogle · united states of america
PoliticsOct 13Vermont Lt. Gov. John Rodgers Challenges Democrat Molly Gray Over Farm Labor IssueVermont Lt. Gov. John Rodgers is challenging Democrat Molly Gray over her response to documented labor issues at her family's farm, with Gray accusing Rodgers of hypocrisy. The issue has become a central point of contention in the upcoming election, with Rodgers highlighting the need for affordable living and economic opportunity for working-class Vermonters.headtopics · united states of america
PoliticsOct 13How much will Americans actually save on fuel, and groceries from the US-Russia diesel deal?In a recent announcement, Donald Trump revealed a new agreement with Russia aimed at providing relief for American diesel consumers, particularly benefiting farmers, truck drivers, and diesel vehicle owners facing soaring expenses. Despite this potential aid, experts remain doubtful about the long-term effects on diesel pricing, noting that the expedited supply from Russia would only cover a mere four days of U.S. demands.economictimes_indiatimes · india
PoliticsOct 13Flour Bluff voters weigh in on priorities ahead of November electionWith Election Day approaching November 3, Flour Bluff residents are weighing in on the issues they want city leaders to address, including property taxes, potholes, drainage and the city’s budget.kristv · united states of america
PoliticsOct 13Trump calls a protester "fat" while he is forcibly removed from his rallyUn asistente golpeó a un manifestante que interrumpió un acto político en Ohio, mientras el líder estadounidense lo insultaba. El evento formó parte de la campaña para las elecciones legislativas, donde el partido del mandatario busca mantener su mayoría.Clarín
PoliticsOct 13City of Janesville proposes $146.8 million budgetThe city has proposed a $146.8 million budget for 2027, an increase of approximately $8.7 million from the previous year, as officials work to balance rising operating costs with declining grant revenue and concerns about future budgets.gazettextra · united states of america
PoliticsOct 13Green Party congressional candidate charged after alleged road rage incidentGreen Party congressional candidate Matthew Arndt faces a disorderly conduct charge after an alleged road rage incident and a gas station confrontation caught on video.wisn · united states of america
PoliticsOct 13Early voting begins Oct. 19 in Craighead CountyEarly voting in Craighead County begins Monday, Oct. 19. Early voting begins Oct. 19 in Craighead Countykait8 · united states of america
PoliticsOct 12Bipartisan Iowa Farmers Union endorses 18 Democrats, 2 Republicans in midtermsIn a massive rebuke to the Trump administration, the bipartisan Iowa Farmers Union is endorsing 18 Democratic candidates in the November elections, while backing just two Republicans. CBS News national correspondent Lana Zak reports.CBS News
PoliticsOct 12AG Blanche was personally aware of search at Ilhan Omar's home, sources saySources tell CBS News that Monday's search of Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar's home is tied to potential false statements and immigration fraud, including paperwork that was completed when Omar was a child. Homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga has more.CBS News
PoliticsOct 12Data center boom puts GOP in a bind before midterm electionsCleanview Research found 75% of data centers being built and 80% of data centers in the planning stage are in predominantly GOP states, as public opposition to data centers grows.CBS News
PoliticsOct 12Trump defends Russia diesel deal as prices rise: "The right choice for the American people"President Trump on Monday defended his deal with Russia to lift sanctions on its diesel fuel in the hopes of driving prices down. FINTECH TV anchor Kristin Myers joins with analysis.CBS News
PoliticsOct 12Cooper leads Whatley by at least 7 points in new NC Senate pollsNew polling released Monday shows North Carolina Democratic Senate candidate Roy Cooper leading Republican Michael Whatley by at least 7 points, weeks ahead of the November midterm elections. The Trafalgar Group’s polling showed Cooper’s lead at 48.8 percent, with Whatley behind at 40.9 percent. Polling also showed Cooper with larger support among different age demographics,…The Hill
PoliticsOct 12Republicans Promoted a False Rumor That James Talarico Was in OhioThe 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.NYT US
PoliticsOct 12US archbishop says Catholics in army should not participate in firing squadArchbishop Timothy Broglio says US plan to livestream Fort Hood attacker's execution is contrary to church teachings.Al Jazeera [en]
PoliticsOct 12Elon Musk has dropped $276M to help his right-wing candidates get elected in NovemberThe trillionaire is pumping millions into GOP campaigns after spending roughly $300M to get Trump electedThe Independent World
PoliticsBreakingOct 12The Memo: Trump critics allege abuse of power as Ilhan Omar’s home is raidedThe Hill
PoliticsOct 12Trump administration scandals suck up oxygen as Dems seek midterm advantageScandals rocking President Trump’s orbit are taking center stage ahead of the midterms as Democrats look for fresh ways to tie their Republican opponents to the president. Last week, a report surfaced indicating Trump’s ambassador to Greece, Kimberly Guilfoyle, privately solicited cash to pay down her debts ahead of her confirmation hearing. Meanwhile, separate reporting…The Hill
PoliticsOct 12Federal probe into Rep. Ilhan Omar centers on her childhood immigration paperwork, sources sayFederal immigration agents searched Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar's home in Washington, D.C., on Monday, as part of a probe that sources say centers on Omar's immigration paperwork completed by her late father when she was a child. CBS News homeland security correspondent Nicole Sganga has the details.CBS News
PoliticsOct 12Trump says he is considering firing Guilfoyle over alleged misconductUS president contemplating dismissing Kimberly Guilfoyle after report claiming she accepted improper giftsFinancial Times