Iowa faces a reckoning over water quality and cancer rates in midterm campaigns Iowa is grappling with water quality and cancer rates, bringing these issues to the forefront of state politics The Independent UK · Oct 14
Iran shifts tactics, steps up Gulf shipping attacks to pressure Trump before US midterms Iran has altered its approach by focusing on attacks against commercial shipping in the Gulf region, aiming to boost global oil prices. This tactic is designed to apply economic pressure on the United States and its allies, complicating their strategies just ahead of the midterm elections. As tensions rise, the… The Times of India · Oct 14
Iran shifting tactics to step up attacks on shipping before US vote: Officials Iran has begun using new offensive tactics against vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and nearby waters. This strategy aims to limit oil shipping and influence the upcoming US midterm elections. Reports indicate an increase in maritime attacks near the strait, signaling a potential escalation of tensions. Iranian officials have… The Economic Times · Oct 14
North America's Trade Future Hangs in the Balance as Sheinbaum Fights for a USMCA Deal With Canada sidelined and the November 3 midterms looming, Mexico and the U.S. race to forge a USMCA deal that could reshape North American trade. Latin Times · Oct 13
Democrats See Expanded Senate Map Ahead of Midterms as Trump Policies Create Headwinds for the GOP The Democrats need a net gain of four Senate seats to win a majority. International Business Times · Oct 13
Fewer than half of Americans believe midterm votes will be counted accurately, poll finds Doubts about election fairness appear to be growing since July The Independent UK · Oct 13
Omar home search raises fears about election season probes A search of Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home has sent shockwaves through electoral politics weeks before the midterms, as experts said it appeared to flout longstanding norms meant to keep prosecutors out of elections. While the Minnesota Democrat herself has been on a glide path to reelection in a deep-blue district,… Roll Call · Oct 13
Trump’s floundering Senate pick partied in Dubai with mistress and two US fugitives: report Texas AG Ken Paxton, currently facing tough midterms race against Democrat James Talarico, spent New Year’s Eve 2024 watching fireworks in U.A.E. in questionable company, according to report The Independent UK · Oct 13
Suddenly competitive Iowa now pivotal to midterm election By Evyn Ableson, Lindsay Augustine, Sean Campbell, Benjamin Gamson, Leo Li, Lizzy Liautaud, Maybeline Tucker DAVENPORT, Iowa — In a critical visit to the heartland, Speaker Mike Johnson laid out the stakes clearly as he stood alongside Republican Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, imploring Iowans to “defy history” and help him preserve… Roll Call · Oct 13
Barack Obama to campaign in Ohio, Michigan to shore up support for Democrats ahead of US midterms Former US President Barack Obama is set to campaign for Democratic candidates in Ohio and Michigan as the party steps up efforts to regain control of Congress in the November midterm elections. The Times of India · Oct 13
Elon Musk becomes biggest donor of US midterms cycle with $366m spent Musk’s midterm donations, mostly for rightwing candidates and causes, surpass his contributions to Trump in 2024 The Guardian - US · Oct 13
Americans Say GOP Congress Would Make Them Poorer as Democrats Take the Lead on the Economy YouGov poll: 39% of Americans expect to be worse off if Republicans retain Congress, while Democrats lead Republicans on economic trust ahead of the midterms. International Business Times UK · Oct 13
It’s 21 days until the US midterms: This is How We Win War profiteering, AI grift and tariff shenanigans spell defeat for Trump’s party The Guardian - US · Oct 13
The next Iran war could be bigger, wider and harder to contain Iran is actively preparing for potential military engagements that could provoke a major regional conflict. The escalation of Houthi attacks on Saudi territory complicates the situation for US allies in the Gulf. American military assets are being deployed in the region, anticipating possible Iranian reprisals. The interplay between ongoing conflicts… The Economic Times · Oct 13
Latin Times · Oct 13 Musk's $366 Million: The Biggest Midterms Political Donation Spree in U.S. History for the Battle Over Congress Musk tops his 2024 record with $366M in 2026 midterm giving. A breakdown of where the money went and why Democrats call it their best weapon.
The Independent UK · Oct 13 Katie Zacharia’s first White House press briefing was a disaster of her own making ANALYSIS: The new press secretary made an embarrassing faux pas and then cut off the entire event after just a few minutes. It left some serious questions about whether she actually believes what she’s saying, writes Holly Baxter
Latin Times · Oct 13 Federal Agents Search Ilhan Omar's Home Amid Criminal Investigation Federal agents raided Rep. Ilhan Omar's D.C. home Oct. 12 under a criminal warrant tied to a yearslong immigration fraud probe — 22 days before the midterms.
The Times of India · Oct 13 Win diesel, lose face? Energy is sapping Trump ahead of midterm polls The TOI correspondent from Washington: US President Donald Trump insists Russia and China are not doing much to help Iran in its war with America and Israel. “If they are, it's at a very low level, but I don't believe they are at all,” the MAGA supremo declared on Monday,…
International Business Times UK · Oct 13 Elon Musk Pumps $366M Into Midterms as World's Richest Man Goes All-in on Republican Congress Elon Musk has spent about £274m on the 2026 US midterm elections, with most of the money going to Republican groups and political action committees, according to campaign finance records.
The Conversation · Oct 13 I’ve been studying election integrity for 26 years, and here’s why I expect a normal election this November instead of chaos Fear of federal interference in the 2026 midterms, from intimidation stoked by armed officials at the polls to seizure of ballots, has been growing in the United States. That’s led state and local voting officials across the country to draw up plans for scenarios requiring them to summon law enforcement…
The Economic Times · Oct 13 2026 Midterm Campaigns: Why some Democratic candidates are keeping Kamala Harris and AOC at a distance while turning to Pete Buttigieg As Democrats strategize for the upcoming 2026 midterm elections, they are carefully selecting national figures. Candidates in competitive districts are weighing the advantages and risks of high-profile endorsements. Prominent figures like Kamala Harris, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Pete Buttigieg are being considered differently across various campaigns. Some local candidates prefer to…
Ballotpedia · Oct 13 Three weeks out from the November election, write-in candidate and voter participation deadlines approach With three weeks until the November midterm elections, remaining write-in candidate filing deadlines and voter participation deadlines are coming up fast.
International Business Times UK · Oct 13 Jake Paul Mocks Protesters for 'Not Having Jobs' at Trump Midterm Rally in Ohio; Crowd Goes Mild Jake Paul questioned whether anti-Trump protesters had jobs at Donald Trump's Ohio rally, drawing mixed crowd reactions and social media criticism.
Roll Call · Oct 13 House Republicans appear to have an open-seat problem ANALYSIS — With President Donald Trump’s national job approval rating hovering near 37 percent, it’s no surprise that dozens of Republican incumbents are sweating their reelection bids. But the GOP’s struggle to hold open seats might tell the story of the midterm elections. While Republican incumbents such as Brian Fitzpatrick…
The Times of India · Oct 13 Trump to campaign in Ohio, Alaska to help Republicans retain control of Congress in US midterms With just over three weeks left before the US midterm elections, US President Donald Trump is stepping up campaign rallies across Republican-friendly states to boost candidates facing tight races.