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Trump's $88,600 Photo Op Raises Eyebrows as 45 Republicans Say They're Skipping or Undecided on RNC Convention

Republican midterm convention fees ranged from $88,600 for a photo with Trump to $250,000 for a roundtable. Here are the lawmakers who refused to pay and what their absence could mean for November.

International Business Times UK

Trump claims his midterm convention is ‘hot’ despite high-profile snubs and ticket giveaways

In one recent survey, more than half of GOP lawmakers and candidates sampled indicated they would not attend the convention or were still deciding

The Independent UK

Republicans Have One Big Request for Trump at Midterm Convention: Talk About GOP Wins, Not Yourself

At Dallas midterms, Republicans spotlight Trump and party achievements, despite some candidates opting out. This event could shape Congress's future.

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Republicans Give Away Free Tickets to Trump's Dallas Convention as His Approval Rating Drops to New Low

The RNC offers free tickets to its Dallas convention as Trump's approval hits 33%. The event aims to energize the GOP ahead of November midterms amid his approval rating challenges.

International Business Times UK

Republicans blast out ‘free tickets’ offer to save Trump from Dallas convention embarrassment

The Texas spectacle later this week could prove to be a misstep for the president if he doesn’t get the crowds he wants

The Independent UK

Trump's $400 Million War Chest Looms Over the Midterms: See Which Vulnerable Republicans Were Invited to the White House

President Donald Trump has invited a group of Republican lawmakers, including several candidates facing difficult November races, to dine with him at the White House on Wednesday as pressure builds inside the GOP for the president to deploy his enormous political war chest.

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CNN host makes congressman squirm over Max Miller cash: ‘Not returning the donations because you believe him’

Meanwhile, Democrats are pumping money into the Ohio Republican’s general election opponent

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William Lawrence (D) defeated Bridget Brink (D) and Matt Maasdam (D) in the Democratic primary for Michigan's 7th Congressional District on August 4, 2026

William Lawrence (D) defeated Bridget Brink (D) and Matt Maasdam (D) in the Democratic primary for Michigan's 7th Congressional District on August 4, 2026.

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Republicans seize on Michigan progressives' wins, but party is split on socialism message

Republicans are using progressive primary victories to label Democrats as far-left. President Donald Trump attacked Michigan's Senate nominee, Abdul El-Sayed, as a communist. However, some Republican campaigns question the effectiveness of this strategy. They believe economic concerns will outweigh ideological labels for voters. This debate holds significant stakes for upcoming…

The Economic Times

William Lawrence wins Michigan Democratic primary, setting up high-stakes battle for key swing House seat

William Lawrence secured the Democratic nomination for Michigan's seventh congressional district. He defeated two moderate rivals in a closely watched primary contest. Lawrence will now challenge Republican Representative Tom Barrett in November. This race is expected to draw significant national attention and resources. The outcome could influence control of the…

The Economic Times

Progressive climate organizer William Lawrence wins Michigan Democratic House primary

Activist who rallied around a datacenter moratorium will face incumbent Republican Tom Barrett in November

The Guardian - US

Progressive Abdul El-Sayed wins Democratic Senate primary in Michigan

Former local public health official Abdul El-Sayed has won a high-profile Democratic primary for Michigan’s open Senate seat, advancing to a general election that will test whether a progressive Democrat can win statewide in a key Midwestern battleground. El-Sayed, a former public health official, was leading Rep. Haley Stevens by…

Roll Call

After insults at WHCD, Trump touts economic record in Michigan

President Donald Trump headed to Michigan on Monday to again try selling the U.S. economy to voters ahead of November’s midterms, hitting the state’s competitive 7th District with control of the House on the line. After making a campaign stop last week in Georgia, he was back in a state…

Roll Call

Trump Lashes Out as Republican Rebels Join Democrats to Defy Him and Force an End to Iran War Powers

The House passed a resolution demanding President Trump end the Iran war, with four Republicans joining Democrats. However, the Senate blocked a similar measure, leaving the conflict ongoing.

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Republicans Break from Trump Again as House Passes Second Iran War Powers Vote

The US House of Representatives passed a resolution to end military action against Iran, highlighting bipartisan concern over rising troop casualties and reasserting congressional authority over war powers.

Capital & Main

In Michigan, the Price of Energy Is on the Ballot and Both Parties Know It

The GOP spent years circling the state as a key 2026 pickup opportunity. But after a lopsided election loss, doubts are creeping in.

International Business Times UK

Trump Niece Warns MAGA Enablers Will Abandon President After Exposing Bottomless Family Con on New Podcast

Mary Trump argues that the Iran war has exposed Donald Trump's self-myth as fiction, criticising his decision-making and highlighting the role of enablers in his administration.

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House rebukes Trump over war in Iran

It's Congress' first successful rebuke of Trump's Iran war.

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US House jolts Donald Trump, passes resolution seeking end to Iran war

The House passed a resolution on Wednesday aimed at limiting President Donald Trump's military authority in Iran, delivering Congress's first successful rebuke of the administration's war effort after a string of failed Democratic-led attempts.

The Guardian - US

Bernie Sanders backs climate activist in close Michigan congressional primary

Will Lawrence, an outspoken opponent of AI datacenters, is running in swing district where three mega complexes loom

Roll Call

Michigan pigment maker could benefit from highway bill provision

A Michigan manufacturer stands to become the U.S. government’s preferred supplier of yellow pigment used in road and highway markings across the country if a provision in the House’s sweeping surface transportation reauthorization bill becomes law. Section 1328 — on page 270 of the 1,005-page text released Sunday — would…

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Democrats see Michigan's 7th District as most likely 2026 House flip — now they have to pick a candidate

Bridget Brink (D), William Lawrence (D), Matt Maasdam (D), and two other candidates are running in the Democratic primary for Michigan's 7th Congressional District on August 4, 2026. As of May 2026, Brink, Lawrence, and Maasdam led in endorsements, polling, and local media attention.

The Independent UK

Over half of voters say they blame Trump ‘a lot’ for spiking gas prices

Most Democratic voters blame president ‘a lot’ – while most Republican voters place no blame on him at all

Roll Call

At the Races: Taxes on the trail

Welcome to At the Races! Each week we bring you news and analysis from the CQ Roll Call campaign team. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. By Daniela Altimari, Niels Lesniewski and Mary Ellen McIntire Rising gas prices. Instability in the Middle East. President Donald Trump’s…

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Michigan couple held in Mexican jail for a month over a timeshare dispute say the judicial system was weaponized against them

Paul and Christy Akeo were jailed in March and spent a month in deplorable conditions before being released, according to court documents

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