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Appealing to working-class women

The working class isn't just White men in hard hats anymore. Women candidates may be the ones who can earn votes

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Cuellar and Tijerina spar over who delivers for a South Texas district redrawn to favor the GOP

Rep. Henry Cuellar and Webb County Judge Tano Tijerina are both courting crossover support in a region where voters have been willing to defy Democratic or Republican labels.

The Texas Tribune

US House Passes GOP-Backed Bill Targeting Universities That Boycott Israel, 33 Democrats Vote Yes

The US House passed a bill to cut federal funds to universities participating in boycotts of Israel, sparking debate over discrimination and free speech. The bill now moves to the Senate.

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Aisha Wahab takes office — ending the vacancy in California’s 14th Congressional District

On Sept. 2, 2026, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-La.) swore Rep. Aisha Wahab (D-Calif.) into the U.S. House of Representatives, filling the vacancy in California’s 14th Congressional District.

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Everton Blair Jr. takes office — ending the vacancy in Georgia’s 13th Congressional District

On Sept. 1, 2026, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-La.) swore Rep. Everton Blair Jr. (D-Ga.) into the U.S. House of Representatives, filling the vacancy in Georgia's 13th Congressional District.

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NBC reporter Kristen Welker said Trump’s endorsements brought mixed results. Then he threatened her with FCC action: ‘purposeful inaccuracy’

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Hong's Swan Song

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Incumbent Rep. Wesley Bell defeated four other candidates in the Democratic primary for Missouri's 1st Congressional District on Aug. 4, 2026

Incumbent Rep. Wesley Bell (D) defeated four other candidates in the Democratic primary for Missouri's 1st Congressional District on Aug. 4, 2026. Bell and Cori Bush (D) led in noteworthy endorsements and fundraising.

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Elections Ballotpedia is covering in August 2026

In August 2026, Ballotpedia is tracking 4089 elections across 27 states. These include 15 statewide elections, two territory-wide elections, 517 special elections held to fill vacancies in 19 states, as well as one recall election in Oregon.

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U.S. House passes bill banning foreign contributions to state and local ballot measure campaigns

Welcome to Ballot Bulletin: Ballotpedia's Weekly Election Policy Digest. Every Tuesday, we deliver the latest updates on election policy around the country, including nationwide trends and recent legislative activity.

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Daylight saving time to become permanent in US? Here's what it means for your clocks, sleep, winter mornings and what happens next

Permanent Daylight Saving Time: The US House of Representatives has approved a bill to make Daylight Saving Time permanent. This proposal now requires Senate approval and the President's signature to become law. Supporters believe permanent Daylight Saving Time will reduce accidents and improve well-being. However, critics worry about darker winter…

The Economic Times

U.S. Sen. Darline Graham takes office — ending the vacancy in South Carolina’s class II seat

On July 14, 2026, President Pro Tempore Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) swore Sen. Darline Graham (R-S.C.) into the U.S. Senate, filling the vacancy in South Carolina's class II seat.

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Lindsey Graham becomes the fourth member of the U.S. Senate since 2013 to die while in office

On July 11, 2026, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) died, leaving a vacancy in the U.S. Senate.

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Six citizenship voting measures on the ballot in 2026 continue second wave of historical trend

Welcome to the Monday, July 13, 2026, Brew.

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Flo Rida endorses Democrat for Congress after being slammed for performing at Trump’s state fair

Rapper shared an endorsement for Democrat Bernard Taylor, who is running for election to the US House to represent Florida’s 21st Congressional District

International Business Times UK

Thomas Massie Resolution: House Votes To Expose Lawmakers In Sexual Misconduct Settlements

The US House of Representatives voted 420-0 for a resolution demanding transparency on taxpayer-funded sexual misconduct settlements, aiming to restore public trust and accountability in Congress.

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Julia Letlow (R) defeated John Fleming (R) in the Republican primary runoff for U.S. Senate in Louisiana

Julia Letlow (R) defeated John Fleming (R) to win a June 27 Republican primary runoff for U.S. Senate in Louisiana. Incumbent Bill Cassidy (R) did not advance from the primary after finishing third with 24% of the vote.

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Rep. Wesley Bell and former Rep. Cori Bush are again running against each other in the Democratic primary for Missouri's 1st Congressional District

Five candidates are running in the Democratic primary for Missouri's 1st Congressional District on Aug. 4, 2026. Incumbent Rep. Wesley Bell (D) and Cori Bush (D) lead in noteworthy endorsements and fundraising.

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Letlow and Fleming face off in Republican primary runoff for U.S. Senate in Louisiana after incumbent Bill Cassidy finished third in primary

Julia Letlow (R) and John Fleming (R) advanced to a June 27 Republican primary runoff for U.S. Senate in Louisiana, with 45% and 28% of the primary vote, respectively. Incumbent Bill Cassidy finished third, with 24% of the vote.

The Independent UK

Trump’s kingmaker power faces its biggest test yet as billion-dollar primaries explode across America

Trump has been at the center of this year’s midterm campaigns, and his influence will be tested in different ways on Tuesday as four states and the District of Columbia hold primaries

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James Gallagher takes office — ending the vacancy in California's 1st Congressional District

On June 10, 2026, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-La.) swore Rep. James Gallagher (R-Calif.) into the U.S. House of Representatives, filling the vacancy in California’s 1st Congressional District.

International Business Times

Tuesday's Primaries Put Trump's Influence, Democratic Hopes and Key Governor's Races to the Test

Voters in four states head to the polls Tuesday in a series of closely watched primary elections that could shape the battle for control of Congress.

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Rep. Frederica Wilson becomes the 58th U.S. representative to announce she won’t seek re-election in 2026

Rep. Frederica Wilson (D-Fla.) announced on May 29, 2026, that she will not seek re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2026.

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Incumbent Bill Cassidy loses U.S Senate re-election in Louisiana as Republican primary heads to runoff

Julia Letlow (R) and John Fleming (R) advanced to a June 27 runoff in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate in Louisiana, with 45% and 28% of the vote, respectively. Incumbent Bill Cassidy finished third, with 24% of the vote.

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Rep. Steve Cohen becomes the 57th U.S. representative to announce he won’t seek re-election in 2026

Rep. Steve Cohen (D-Tenn.) announced on May 15, 2026, that he will not seek re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2026.

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