Betrayed, hurt, but backing Dems anyway Many trans voters said they’re voting for Democrats who don’t fully support them, fearing Republicans will be worse Salon · 14h ago
The 10 most vulnerable House members less than a week before Election Day - Roll Call The 10 most vulnerable House members less than a week before Election Day - Uncategorized Roll Call · Oct 28
The 10 most vulnerable House members just over a month before Election Day With less than five weeks to go until the midterm elections, Republicans face historical headwinds as the party in power and must also contend with high gas prices amid the ongoing Iran war. But Republican groups enjoy a clear cash advantage as the party seeks to hold on to the… Roll Call · Sep 30
In Iowa, soaring cancer rates emerge as a key midterms issue Cancer has emerged as an unusual bipartisan campaign issue in Iowa’s midterm races as the state confronts the second-highest cancer rate in the US. Candidates are linking the debate to healthcare access, cancer screening and worsening water quality, although scientists have not reached a consensus on whether nitrate contamination is… The Economic Times · Sep 29
Tom Barrett has $2.9M, Gabe Evans $3.9M, David Valadao $3.4M: Inside the huge cash gaps shaping US midterm elections 2026 With the 2026 midterms on the horizon, financial disparities are stark in various competitive U.S. House races. Incumbents frequently enjoy a considerable monetary edge over their challengers within contentious districts. An analysis reveals that numerous Republican lawmakers possess significantly more cash at their disposal than their opponents. Similarly, some Democratic… The Economic Times · Sep 27
Voters in six states are deciding on nine income or wealth tax measures this year — the most since 2000 Welcome to the Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026, Brew. Ballotpedia · Sep 16
Rep. Miller-Meeks and Bohannan to meet for third consecutive election in Iowa's 1st District on November 3, 2026 Incumbent Mariannette Miller-Meeks (R), Christina Bohannan (D), and Michael Bridgford (Independent) are running in the general election for Iowa's 1st Congressional District on November 3, 2026. Ballotpedia · Jul 23
Trump's tariffs aren't saving jobs at Whirlpool's Iowa refrigerator plant Whirlpool's drastic decision to cut over half its Iowa plant's workforce throws a wrench in President Trump's tariff strategy designed to bolster U.S. manufacturing. The company argues that modernization justifies the layoffs, yet workers and investors are concerned about rising imports from Mexico and China, alongside the company's troubled stock… The Economic Times · Jun 29
In Iowa Senate race, Hinson-Turek matchup set for November Iowa state Rep. Josh Turek, a two-time Paralympic gold medalist who bills himself as a “commonsense prairie populist,” won the Democratic nomination for the state’s open Senate seat Tuesday. Turek beat state Sen. Zach Wahls in a contest that symbolized some of the party’s ideological divisions. Wahls ran as an… Roll Call · Jun 3
‘Our democracy is run by two private clubs’: can a pro-hunting Democrat lead a blue wave in Iowa? As Trump’s approval ratings dip and gas prices rise, Democrats see an opening with Rob Sand The Guardian - US · Jun 1
The 10 most vulnerable House members, less than 6 months from Election Day When Texas Republicans redrew the state’s congressional map last summer to give their party additional pickup opportunities, it set off a back-and-forth with both parties revisiting district lines in several states. The battle turbocharged last month, when the Supreme Court invalidated Louisiana’s map and significantly limited the use of race… Roll Call · May 21
House money race dotted by challengers who outraised incumbents A handful of vulnerable House lawmakers in both parties were outraised by potential opponents in the final months of 2025, new filings show. Roll Call · Feb 2
The 10 most vulnerable House members of 2026 CQ Roll Call's latest list of the most vulnerable House members for the 2026 elections features several targets of mid-decade redistricting. Roll Call · Nov 4, 2025
Both parties try to win the ‘blame game’ as government shutdown hits nation - Roll Call The government shutdown comes over a year before the midterm elections and prompted quite the blame game between Democrats and Republicans. Roll Call · Oct 1, 2025
Roll Call · Jun 26, 2025 When losing a race doesn’t mean you’ll lose again - Roll Call The House GOP campaign arm is attacking a Democrat for trying again after losing twice — against a Republican who lost 3 times, then won.
Roll Call · Jun 18, 2025 At the Races: The politics of war - Roll Call Catch up on the political news of the past week in the latest At the Races newsletter, including war politics and Virginia results.
Roll Call · Jun 17, 2025 Iowa Democrat launches third challenge to vulnerable GOP Rep. Miller-Meeks - Roll Call Iowa Democrat Christina Bohannan, who lost to Republican Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks by 799 votes last year, is running for the seat again.
Roll Call · Jun 11, 2025 Iowa Democrats see signs of optimism for 2026 despite state’s hard-right turn - Roll Call Iowa Democrats are hoping to make midterm election gains in Senate and House races in a state that has shifted sharply right in recent years.
Roll Call · May 8, 2025 The 10 most vulnerable House members of 2026 CQ Roll Call's inaugural list of the most vulnerable House members of the 2026 election cycle features five Republicans and five Democrats.
Top News · Nov 27, 2024 Republican Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks Wins Iowa Congressional Reelection Republican Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks secures reelection in Iowa's 1st District, aiding GOP's majority and maintaining control of all four con...
Top News · Nov 22, 2024 Republicans Maintain Slim Majority In House Of Representatives House of Representatives balance of power in a delicate state with key races pending.
Roll Call · Nov 21, 2024 At the Races: DNC, or the Democrats’ Next Campaign - Roll Call House Democrats voted this week to keep their top leaders in place, while the national party began its search for the next DNC chair.
Top News · Nov 20, 2024 Congressional Election Observers Deployed To Iowa For Recount Congressional Election Observers deployed to Iowa for recount in closely contested House race. Republican victories in Iowa's congressional seats.
Top News · Nov 18, 2024 Republicans Maintain Slim Majority In Uncalled House Races Republicans hold a narrow majority in the House pending the outcome of five undecided races. Close contests in key districts could shift the balance of power.
Top News · Nov 17, 2024 Republicans Seek To Expand House Majority In Uncalled Races Republicans aim to strengthen House majority in close races. Key contests in Alaska, California, and Iowa with slim margins.