Trump Administration Diverting Money From Europe, Middle East To Latin America Amid Geopolitical Shifts Congress approved the funds other purposes. International Business Times · Oct 2
State Department pushes $175M into human rights grants. Then Marco Rubio allegedly signs a memo to ignore Congress and fund far-right groups abroad USAID was gutted for this! We Got This Covered · Oct 2
Trump diverts Ukraine aid to authoritarian countries in Latin America Trump has repeatedly acted to boost like-minded and authoritarian leaders across Latin America using funds allocated for the European defense against Putin The Independent UK · Oct 2
Trump administration diverts human rights funds to push far-right agenda abroad Support such as for white Afrikaners and anti-communism reveals how US is redefining what qualifies as human rights The Guardian - US · Sep 30
Senators press administration for answers on broadband funds A bipartisan group of senators is pushing the Commerce Department to release long-delayed guidance for states seeking to use remaining funds from a $42 billion broadband grant program. In a letter first shared with CQ Roll Call, Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., with Senate Appropriations Chair Susan Collins, R-Maine; Angus King,… Roll Call · Sep 29
100% tariffs on India? US House passes bill authorising new duties on Russia oil buyers The US House of Representatives has passed legislation authorising President Donald Trump to impose tariffs of up to 100% on India, China and other countries buying Russian oil and gas. The bill, which also targets Russia’s leadership, energy sector and shadow fleet, now goes to Trump for his signature. The Economic Times · Sep 17
Congressman Chris Pappas wins New Hampshire Democratic Senate primary Pappas fends off challenge from progressive Karishma Manzur in seat to be vacated by retiring Jeanne Shaheen The Guardian - US · Sep 9
Pappas and Sununu set up marquee Senate clash in New Hampshire Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas and Republican former Sen. John E. Sununu won their respective Senate primaries Tuesday in New Hampshire, formalizing a fall matchup for an open seat that both sides have already begun fighting over. With over 80 percent of votes counted, Pappas was leading biochemist Karishma Manzur, 65… Roll Call · Sep 8
US Senate race in New Hampshire heats up as progressive Democrat Manzur cuts Pappas' lead The Democratic Senate primary in New Hampshire is heating up, with Karishma Manzur gaining momentum while Chris Pappas, the moderate frontrunner, sees his poll numbers plummet. The eventual winner is set to take on John Sununu in the general election. With New Hampshire voters frequently crossing party lines, excitement builds… The Economic Times · Sep 8
US supreme court rejects Missouri Republicans’ appeal to use Trump-backed congressional map in midterms – as it happened This live blog is now closed. The Guardian - US · Sep 8
At the Races: Don’t take it for Granite Welcome to a special edition of At the Races! Throughout the 2026 primary season, watch for these updates from the CQ Roll Call campaign team on what you need to know for Election Day. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. By Mary Ellen McIntire, Andrew… Roll Call · Sep 8
Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate in New Hampshire features competing ideologies between the two leading candidates Five candidates are running in the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate in New Hampshire on Sept. 8, 2026. Incumbent U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) is retiring from public office. Karishma Manzur (D) and Chris Pappas (D) lead in polls, fundraising, and media attention. Ballotpedia · Sep 5
Pappas keeps focus on November amid signs of tightening Senate primary PLYMOUTH, N.H. — Chris Pappas has been seen as Democrats’ presumed Senate nominee in New Hampshire since he entered the race more than a year ago. And for most of that time, the four-term congressman has also been viewed as a slight favorite to hold the seat of retiring fellow… Roll Call · Sep 4
Democratic race for Pappas seat in New Hampshire grows increasingly bitter MANCHESTER, N.H. – The last competitive Democratic House primary of the year hasn’t been shaped much by the centrist vs. progressive narrative that has dotted intraparty contests around the country this year. What’s more noticeable is how the crowded contest for New Hampshire’s 1st District seat being vacated by Democratic… Roll Call · Sep 2
Ballotpedia · Sep 1 Elections Ballotpedia is covering in September 2026 In September 2026, Ballotpedia is tracking 865 elections across 14 states. These include four statewide elections, 10 special elections held to fill vacancies in fourstates, and two recall elections in two states.
Latin Times · Aug 27 Miami Gardens Man's Deportation Flight Diverted to Equatorial Guinea After Standoff on Liberia Tarmac A Miami Gardens man is among six deportees diverted to Equatorial Guinea after refusing to leave a U.S. flight in Liberia, family and lawyers say.
Ballotpedia · Aug 18 Nine candidates are running in the Democratic primary for New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District Nine candidates are running in the Democratic primary for New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District election on September 8, 2026. Stefany Shaheen (D), Maura Sullivan (D), and Christian Urrutia (D) lead in media attention, campaign fundraising, and endorsements. Incumbent Chris Pappas (D) is running for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate…
The Guardian - US · Aug 5 US to shut five consulates as critics fear China could fill diplomatic vacuum State department informs Congress of planned closures in Canada, Grenada, Japan, Indonesia and Cameroon
The Economic Times · Jul 29 Zelenskyy hails US Senate vote on Russia sanctions as first step to peace Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed the US Senate's procedural vote advancing a Russia sanctions bill. He met with over sixty senators, discussing continued US support and anti-ballistic defense. Zelenskyy also met with US President Donald Trump, which went very well. He discussed expanding defense-industrial cooperation with Lockheed Martin executives. This…
International Business Times UK · Jul 22 'You're a Failure': Pete Hegseth Slammed Over $37.5bn Cost of Iran War, Requests $80bn for More Funding US Defence Secretary faced intense questioning in Congress over a $80 billion military funding request, amid concerns about rising costs and unclear strategy in the ongoing conflict with Iran.
Salon · Jul 21 Trump admin pushes aid for Afrikaners Trump's State Department has prioritized aid for white South Africans and anti-communist organizations
Benzinga · Jul 14 Trump Endorses Lindsey Graham's Russia Sanctions Bill With 500% Tariffs on Russian Energy Buyers: Report President Donald Trump is backing a revised version of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham’s Russia sanctions bill, giving fresh momentum to legislation that would impose tariffs of at least 500% on countries buying Russian energy.
The Economic Times · Jul 13 Lindsey Graham may be dead, but his ‘bunker-buster’ looms over India Senator Graham's Russia Sanctions Bill remains a significant concern for India's energy security. This legislation targets countries purchasing Russian energy, placing India and China in its sights. Graham's recent death may have unexpectedly boosted the bill's political momentum. India's increasing reliance on Russian crude oil makes its exposure more pronounced.…
The Economic Times · Jul 6 Trump won big spending promises from NATO last year. This week in Turkey, he'll try to enforce them President Trump heads to Turkey to press NATO allies on defense spending pledges. He expects immediate action on the 5% GDP target, a key focus after last year's summit. Despite ongoing disputes, Trump seeks to solidify his influence on the alliance's future, while also planning meetings on Ukraine and Syria.…
International Business Times UK · Jun 22 Kari Lake Grilled Over Cartel Allegations And Voice Of America Layoffs During Senate Hearing Kari Lake's Senate hearing for US ambassador to Jamaica saw intense scrutiny over her political record, past allegations against Senator Ruben Gallego, and controversial leadership.