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THE TRUTH ABOUT: Susan collins - Caught on Camera

Everything you need to know about the chaotic multi-billion-dollar battle for Senate majority

Democrats have found themselves competing in states that once seemed beyond their reach

The Independent UK

Women turning away from Susan Collins

Many women who backed the Republican incumbent for years now point to her role in confirming Brett Kavanaugh

Salon

With under 60 days until the midterms, there is still plenty of time to change the entire political map

ANALYSIS: The Iran war, Elon Musk’s cash and who decides to spend money in Texas could all be curve balls this cycle, Eric Garcia writes

The Independent UK

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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

'Skirting the Rules': Staffer Says Troy Jackson Steered $13.4m Toward Son's Lobbying Client

Troy Jackson, a Democratic US Senate candidate in Maine, faces scrutiny after an investigation revealed his son earned $182,500 as a lobbyist while Jackson directed taxpayer funding to his son's client.

International Business Times UK

2026 ballot measure count surpasses 153-measure even-year average, reaching 157 with Nebraska and Colorado certifications

Welcome to the Monday, Aug. 31, 2026, Brew.

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S&P Futures Tread Water Ahead of Warsh’s Jackson Hole Speech; Marvell Sinks After Earnings

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are down -0.05% this morning as investors hold their breath ahead of Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh’s first Jackson Hole speech.

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US Stock Market: Warsh Jackson Hole speech puts Fed policy communication under scrutiny

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh’s Jackson Hole speech is in focus as investors seek clues on U.S. interest rates, inflation and bond-market risks. With inflation above target and policymakers divided, markets await guidance on future policy. Warsh’s cautious approach to forward guidance will be tested amid economic and fiscal uncertainties.

The Economic Times

In border states, even Trump's own party wants the Canada fight to be over

Governors, senators, and automakers in Maine, Vermont, and Michigan have spent 18 months warning the White House a trade war with Canada would bite.

Fortune

Fed's Collins says latest US inflation readings are 'mixed'

US Federal Reserve officials offered differing views on the inflation outlook, with Boston Fed President Susan Collins calling July’s data mixed and maintaining her expectation of gradual disinflation. Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack remained more hawkish, saying inflation could stay above target through next year and reiterating that a rate…

The Economic Times

Trump’s war on Iran is rapidly draining US navy budget, documents and interviews reveal

Exclusive: Experts and former officials say accounts are running dry, and funding a war with no clear endgame is the main challenge

The Guardian - US

'JD Vance Is a Dirtbag': Maine Senate Candidate Explodes Over Vice-President's ICE Remarks

Troy Jackson calls JD Vance a 'dirtbag' after the vice president tells Democrats to 'have some perspective' over a fatal ICE shooting in Maine.

International Business Times UK

S&P Futures Muted With Focus on U.S. PCE Inflation Data and Nvidia Earnings

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are down -0.07% this morning as investors refrain from making big bets ahead of Nvidia’s earnings and the July reading of the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge.

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Abortion rights group endorses Democrat Troy Jackson in critical Maine Senate race

Reproductive Freedom for All – one of the country’s oldest pro-choice groups – backs Jackson in his fight against Republican Susan Collins

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Stocks Settle Higher as Lower Crude Prices Ease Inflation Risks

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) closed up by +0.32% on Tuesday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up by +0.30%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up by +0.64%. E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) rose +0.30%, and September E-mini...

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Dollar Slightly Lower on Strong Stocks and Weak Crude

The dollar index (DXY00 ) fell by -0.06% on Tuesday. The dollar gave up an early advance on Tuesday and posted modest losses on weaker-than-expected US economic news, including July new home sales and Aug consumer confidence. Also, Tuesday’s -3% plunge in WTI crude oil to a 1-week low lowered...

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Trump’s renewed trade war with Canada gives yet another policy for Republicans to face on the campaign trail

ANALYSIS: Republicans have done little to distance themselves from the president’s most unpopular policies, Eric Garcia writes. That will cost them

Latin Times

ICE Says Every Officer Will Have a Body Camera by Aug. 31. The Record Says Don't Bet on It.

ICE vows body cameras on every officer by Aug. 31, but its own contradicting statements — and unactivated cameras at two fatal shootings — raise doubts.

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Todd Blanche assures Trump doesn’t want ‘yes men’ - but new AG refuse to pledge to act independently from White House

Todd Blanche insists efforts to force states to turn over voter rolls will continue but says Trump does not direct prosecutions

Benzinga

Poorer Americans Are Struggling to Make Ends Meet as Energy Costs Bite, Top Fed Official Warns She Could Back September Rate Hike

Poorer and middle-income Americans are increasingly struggling to make ends meet as higher energy costs add to inflation pressures, while a top Federal Reserve official said she could support a September rate hike if economic data warrants it.

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Nasdaq Futures Climb as CoreWeave and Super Micro Provide a Boost, U.S. Inflation Data in Focus

September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are up +0.71% this morning as stellar earnings from CoreWeave and Super Micro Computer boosted sentiment.

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When campaign rivals become Senate colleagues

ANALYSIS — There might be some awkwardness for Michigan’s and Ohio’s Senate delegations next year. If Michigan Republican Mike Rogers and Ohio Democrat Sherrod Brown win in November, they’ll be serving alongside the senators who defeated them in 2024. But, surprisingly, such scenarios aren’t entirely unusual. We’ve had more than…

The Economic Times

Who will control the US Senate in 2026? Nine races to watch

Nine US Senate races are emerging as critical contests for party control. Democrats see an opening as President Trump's approval ratings weaken significantly. North Carolina, Maine, Michigan, and Ohio offer the clearest paths to a Democratic majority. Alaska, Iowa, and Texas could become essential if the party loses ground elsewhere.…

The Independent UK

A short tenure? Trump frustrated and MAGA furious with DHS head Markwayne Mullin: report

President and allies having buyer’s remorse over ex-Oklahoma senator’s perceived squishiness on harsh anti-immigrant moves

Salon

How to fix toxic Democratic primaries

Abdul El-Sayed would be in stronger shape as the Democratic Senate nominee with different primary process

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