New York Times reported that Trump’s Ohio rally had empty seats. He says its reporters should be arrested for their ‘dishonesty and disservice’ The president says the arena was ‘totally MAXED OUT’ We Got This Covered · 2h ago
Three-Time Trump Voter Flips After 1,400-Worker Ohio Factory Layoff Days Before Rally Where Trump Said the State Was 'Booming' Nearly 1,400 workers lost their jobs at a Springfield, Ohio, truck plant. One former Trump voter is now campaigning for Democrats before the midterms. International Business Times UK · 19h ago
Trump expressing concern about GOP midterm chances President Donald Trump, in a shift, has begun voicing some doubts about Republicans’ chances in the midterm elections as he heads to Nebraska Monday to rally for Sen. Pete Ricketts in yet another red state stop. Confidence is a hallmark of the 80-year-old chief executive’s presidential persona, so his willingness… Roll Call · 22h ago
US midterms: In crude Ohio rally speech, Trump says he may not help if Democrats win Donald Trump held a rally in Ohio to support Republican candidates Jon Husted and Vivek Ramaswamy. He criticized Democrats and emphasized the need for voters to participate in the midterms. Trump warned that he would be less inclined to assist Democratic officials if they win key races. Husted faces a… The Economic Times · Oct 5
As Trump spirals with midterms, it seems his go-to safe spaces are becoming less welcoming ANALYSIS: The Independent UK · Oct 4
Trump says data centers are the future — deal with it President Donald Trump has asked Ohioans to consider the money they allegedly could make if they allow data centers in their communities The Independent UK · Oct 4
Trump Heckled Over E. Jean Carroll Court Cases as Protester Shouts 'Liar' and 'Rapist' During Ohio Rally Donald Trump paused his Ohio campaign speech after a protester invoked E. Jean Carroll and called for the release of unspecified files. International Business Times UK · Oct 4
Trump Defends Ohio AI Data Centres, Warns Projects Could Go to China as Electricity Backlash Grows Donald Trump defended Ohio's data centre expansion while endorsing a bill aimed at protecting households from paying for the power infrastructure required by major technology projects. International Business Times UK · Oct 4
‘There’s so much money to be made’: Trump defends US data centres, warns they could go to China US President Donald Trump on Saturday defended the rapid expansion of massive data centres in the US, warning that blocking the projects would give China an advantage as he campaigned in Ohio ahead of next month's midterm elections. The Times of India · Oct 4
U.S. midterm elections 2026: Are Democrats finally making a comeback in Republican strongholds? Here's what a new midterm poll shows Democratic candidates are currently leading or closely tied in key Senate races in traditionally Republican states. Poll results indicate the economy and Trump's approval ratings significantly influence voters' decisions in these races. Kansas is currently tied, while Iowa shows a narrow Republican lead. Republicans are focusing campaign efforts on races… The Economic Times · Oct 3
‘Trump? I think he’s a disaster’: Ohio voters aggrieved as president prepares to visit President’s popularity has plummeted in solidly Republican state – will his presence at midterm rallies help or hinder? The Guardian - US · Oct 3
At the Races: Debate demands and dodges 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 Debates have been a part of politics since the days of… Roll Call · Oct 1
Vulnerable Republican senators stick with Trump on votes since 2025 The six Republicans who made CQ Roll Call’s latest list of the most vulnerable senators have been almost uniformly supportive of President Donald Trump’s priorities since his return to office. In fact, five of them – Ohio’s Jon Husted, Alaska’s Dan Sullivan, Kansas’ Roger Marshall, Nebraska’s Pete Ricketts and South… Roll Call · Oct 1
Midterm Ad Spending Blows Past $1.5 Billion. These Are The Senate Races Driving the Surge. Total advertising spending in U.S. Senate and House contests has climbed by $317 million in just one week, according to data from advertising intelligence firm AdImpact. International Business Times · Sep 30
Roll Call · Sep 30 ‘Toothless messaging’? Senate agenda caught up in midterm branding As senators looked for the exits this week, Republican leaders forced votes on two hot-topic campaign issues: data center electricity costs and lawmakers’ ability to buy and sell stocks. Democrats tried to label both as “toothless” last-ditch messaging bids, saying Republicans are merely trying to boost their sagging polls as…
The Guardian - US · Sep 30 Senate Democrats block datacenter energy bill, saying ‘toothless’ legislation ‘misses the mark’ Republicans supported legislation although Democrats said it wouldn’t effectively address energy consumption
Roll Call · Sep 30 Voluntary ratepayer protection bill blocked in Senate again A bipartisan bill aimed at pressuring state utility regulators to reduce data center-related costs stalled in the Senate again Wednesday after a procedural vote to take up the bill fell short of the 60 supporters needed to move forward. The cloture vote on the motion to proceed was 57-43, keeping the…
Roll Call · Sep 30 The most vulnerable senators of 2026, about a month out from Election Day The once unlikely prospect of Democrats scoring a net gain of four seats to win the Senate majority now looks more plausible less than five weeks out from the midterm elections. Still, that would require the party to win in red states that haven’t elected a Democrat to the Senate…
The Independent UK · Sep 28 Trump heads to Ohio as crucial Senate race enters final stretch The stop in Vandalia, located just north of Dayton, follows visits to Oklahoma on Thursday and Alabama on Friday
The Independent UK · Sep 26 Republican senator says his own party are ‘tone deaf’ as GOP spends millions to try to hold back Democratic blue wave ‘You’ve got Republicans scrambling everywhere’
The Economic Times · Sep 25 Hurt by Trump, Senate Republicans plan to bolster affordability credentials before midterms Senate Republicans are set to vote on the Ratepayer Protection Act to tackle rising electricity prices. They aim to win over voters struggling with inflation caused by various issues, including the Iran war. Republican candidates are distancing themselves from Trump to show independence on relevant local concerns. This vote follows…
Roll Call · Sep 25 Senate plots its final week before elections with potential data center electricity vote The Senate will return next week to wrap up business before the November midterm elections, seeking to take action on an affordability issue and score a political win for an endangered Republican incumbent. Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., told reporters Thursday that a wide array of bills could potentially…
Roll Call · Sep 24 As GOP revives anti-trans playbook, Dems try to turn the page Republicans are returning to a familiar 2024 playbook in the final weeks before the midterms, stoking fears about transgender people in sports, schools and beyond. But this time, Democrats are striking back. Some candidates running in red states have tried to distance themselves from their party’s commitment to transgender rights.…
The Economic Times · Sep 23 9 Senate races that could decide the 2026 midterm elections as Republicans fight to hold their majority and Democrats target key battleground seats The 2026 Senate race is narrowing around a handful of states where one seat could change the balance in Washington. Republicans hold 53 seats, while Democrats need four net gains for control. From Alaska's unusual ballot to Ohio's comeback fight, these contests offer the clearest look at where the Senate…
The Economic Times · Sep 22 Republicans have a billion-dollar answer to Trump's weak midterm polling Republican groups are dramatically outspending Democrats in several key Senate and House races, deploying hundreds of millions of dollars in outside advertising as the party tries to defend vulnerable seats ahead of the midterms. But the financial advantage may not fully offset voter concerns over inflation, fuel prices and Donald…