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Tuesday’s primaries will give Democrats a big idea on how much the left has taken hold of the party

ANALYSIS: Michigan’s primary is over. The left’s takeover of the Midwest may have just begun, and that’s bad news for an establishment that thought it could contain them, writes John Bowden

The Independent UK · Aug 10

Congress breaks for the summer as they head home trying to save their jobs - but saddled with Trump

ANALYSIS: Congress left Washington with homework left undone. Eric Garcia writes about what to watch when the House and Senate are away

The Independent UK · Aug 10

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 Economic Times · Aug 10

The Socialist Surge Revives Failed and Hateful Ideas

Socialism, totalitarianism, and bigotry find a receptive audience among the young and disillusioned.

Reason · Aug 10

Doctors and lawmakers condemn Trump order calling for sweeping changes to childhood vaccines – as it happened

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The Guardian - US · Aug 10

First Thing: Netanyahu rejects US-backed 15-point Gaza peace plan

Israeli PM is insisting on a full Hamas disarmament before the deal can be implemented

The Guardian - UK · Aug 10

Sen. Dave McCormick Praises Democrat John Fetterman for Defying His Party: ‘I Really Respect...’

Sen. Dave McCormick (R-Pa.) praised Pennsylvania colleague Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) for challenging his own party, saying Fetterman has become "very popular" by resisting what McCormick called Democratic "craziness."

Benzinga · Aug 10

Tim Scott Says Abdul El-Sayed Is ‘Making It Easier’ for Republicans to Flip Michigan Senate Seat, Calls Democrat ‘Wrong’ for Key Swing State

Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) said Democratic Michigan Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed is "making it easier" for Republicans to flip the battleground seat, arguing that the progressive candidate is out of step with Michigan voters.

Benzinga · Aug 10

Trump ally Sen. Tim Scott pressed on Abdul El-Sayed adverts

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The Independent UK · Aug 10

Centrist Democrats dismiss Abdul El-Sayed as a freak radical. Do they want to win in 2028 or not?

Americans want someone on their side in the fight against sordid interests – that means politicians like the Michigan primary winner and Zohran Mamdani, says Guardian columnist Nesrine Malik

The Guardian - UK · Aug 10