Democrats secure early wins in their campaign to wrestle control of US Congress The US president had urged people to pretend he was on the ballot paper in the races to determine control of Congress. Evening Standard · 1h ago
Democrat Chris Pappas wins New Hampshire Senate race to become first out gay senator Pappas focused campaign against Republican John Sununu on serving as a bulwark against Trump administration The Guardian - US · 2h ago
Republicans were hoping to flip this New Hampshire Senate seat – will Trump get in the way? Republican John Sununu tries to distance himself from unpopular president in race against Chris Pappas that has gone from ‘toss-up’ to ‘lean Democrat’ The Guardian - US · Nov 2
US midterms Senate battle: 12 states that could decide whether Democrats wrest control from Trump’s Republicans, or things stay the same US midterm election: Democrats are eyeing traditionally Republican strongholds, fueled by growing voter discontent over key issues. Key races are shaping up as fiercely competitive, reflecting evolving public opinions. With intensified fundraising and campaign efforts, candidates are gearing up for the final lap. The Economic Times · Nov 2
An 80-Year-Old Voter Turns to Wood Heat as US Heating Oil Passes $6 a Gallon With US heating oil prices exceeding $6 a gallon, voters in northern states say rising winter costs are influencing political choices ahead of the midterm elections. International Business Times UK · Oct 24
US Midterm Elections 2026: The races that will decide control of the US Senate Control of the US Senate will hinge on a small group of closely watched races, with Democrats defending seats in Georgia, Michigan and New Hampshire while targeting Republican-held contests in Maine, North Carolina, Ohio, Alaska, Iowa, Texas and Kansas. Democrats need a net gain of four seats for a 51-49… The Economic Times · Oct 12
9 Senate races that could decide the 2026 midterm elections as Republicans fight to hold their majority and Democrats target key battleground seats The 2026 Senate race is narrowing around a handful of states where one seat could change the balance in Washington. Republicans hold 53 seats, while Democrats need four net gains for control. From Alaska's unusual ballot to Ohio's comeback fight, these contests offer the clearest look at where the Senate… The Economic Times · Sep 23
MAGA Candidate John Sununu Wins New Hampshire GOP Primary as Epstein Email's 'Good Stories' Line Resurfaces John Sununu secures the Republican nomination for the US Senate in New Hampshire, defeating Scott Brown. However, an Epstein email controversy looms as he prepares to face Democrat Chris Pappas. International Business Times UK · Sep 9
Pappas and Sununu set up marquee Senate clash in New Hampshire Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas and Republican former Sen. John E. Sununu won their respective Senate primaries Tuesday in New Hampshire, formalizing a fall matchup for an open seat that both sides have already begun fighting over. With over 80 percent of votes counted, Pappas was leading biochemist Karishma Manzur, 65… Roll Call · Sep 8
US Senate race in New Hampshire heats up as progressive Democrat Manzur cuts Pappas' lead The Democratic Senate primary in New Hampshire is heating up, with Karishma Manzur gaining momentum while Chris Pappas, the moderate frontrunner, sees his poll numbers plummet. The eventual winner is set to take on John Sununu in the general election. With New Hampshire voters frequently crossing party lines, excitement builds… The Economic Times · Sep 8
Pappas keeps focus on November amid signs of tightening Senate primary PLYMOUTH, N.H. — Chris Pappas has been seen as Democrats’ presumed Senate nominee in New Hampshire since he entered the race more than a year ago. And for most of that time, the four-term congressman has also been viewed as a slight favorite to hold the seat of retiring fellow… Roll Call · Sep 4
Elon Musk’s America PAC spends over $800,000 to boost Republicans in key Senate races Elon Musk's America PAC spent over $800,000 on Republican candidates recently. This funding supported campaign materials for close midterm election races. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton received significant financial backing from the PAC. Senator Susan Collins and Senator Jon Husted also benefited from this spending. The PAC's actions aim to… The Economic Times · Sep 4
‘How did we get here?’: documentary explores how Republicans changed course on the climate In The White House Effect, now available on Netflix, archival footage is used to show how the US right moved from believing to disputing the climate crisis The Guardian - US · Nov 4, 2025
John Sununu launches Senate comeback bid in New Hampshire - Roll Call Republican former Sen. John E. Sununu of New Hampshire will run for his old seat in 2026, he announced Wednesday. Roll Call · Oct 22, 2025
The Guardian - UK · May 14, 2025 David Souter obituary Former US supreme court justice nominated by George HW Bush who consistently voted with its liberal wing
The Conversation · Jul 12, 2024 Biden isn’t the first to struggle to pop the presidential bubble that divides him from the public President Joe Biden’s at-times incoherent debate performance against Donald Trump in June has prompted growing pressure from donors, some Democratic politicians and voters for Biden to withdraw from the race.
Reason · May 25, 2023 John Sununu on Boyden Gray's Legal Legacy C. Boyden Gray was a pivotal figure within the Republican Party on environmental law.
Texas Observer · Sep 26, 2022 Abbott’s Attack Dog The New Hampshire political consultant has been shellacking hapless Democrats for two decades on behalf of the GOP.