Democratic Senate candidate responds to anti-trans attacks pushed by Republicans Dr Annie Andrews voices opposition to ‘biological men … in women’s sports’ in response to Republican attacks The Guardian - US · Oct 9
‘System is rigged’: Democrat Sherrod Brown puts datacenter danger at heart of populist Senate bid Ohio former senator attacks Republican rival as the ‘face of datacenters’ as he wraps AI concerns into pro-worker message The Guardian - US · Oct 8
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 · Oct 5
Crypto industry PAC gives to 32 House incumbents, on both sides A major crypto industry PAC announced Monday it would donate $1 million each to six House candidates — three Republicans and three Democrats — as part of a spending effort that encompasses 32 campaigns. Fairshake PAC said it is giving $1 million each to three top House Financial Services panel Republicans —… Roll Call · Oct 5
Top crypto group to pour millions into bipartisan slate of House races after key legislation stalls Fairshake is stepping into the political arena with a bipartisan initiative aimed at supporting various House candidates in the forthcoming midterm elections. The organization is prepared to invest substantially in both Republican and Democratic candidates who align with its cryptocurrency agenda, with 32 beneficiaries already identified for their advocacy of… The Economic Times · Oct 5
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
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? 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
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
‘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… 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… Roll Call · Sep 30
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 28
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 Independent UK · Sep 26
At the Races: Pivot time for Republicans 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 Mary Ellen McIntire, Daniela Altimari and Niels Lesniewski With 40 days to go before Election Day, some Republicans are… Roll Call · Sep 24
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…
The Independent UK · Sep 18 All the polls show a Republican bloodbath in the Midterms. So why aren’t Democrats celebrating? IN FOCUS: Democrats have plenty of structural advantages. But, Eric Garcia writes, Republicans have a cash advantage and are dipping back into some tactics that worked in the past
International Business Times UK · Sep 14 Musk-Backed America PAC Runs Anti-Trans Ads Targeting Democrats in Competitive Senate Midterm Races America PAC, backed by Elon Musk, has launched anti-transgender adverts against four Democratic Senate candidates, prompting scrutiny over political claims, targeting and possible AI imagery.
Ballotpedia · Sep 8 Three states have changed election canvassing deadlines in 2026 Welcome to the Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026, Brew.
The Economic Times · Aug 30 US election candidates turn on AI data centers as power bills, noise fuel anger Data centers are now a key election issue across America. Rising electricity bills and noise pollution fuel voter anger against Big Tech companies. Candidates from both parties are campaigning on opposition to these facilities. Some states have imposed moratoriums and new regulations on data center development. This growing opposition challenges…
The Independent UK · Aug 27 A young Ohio family killed in truck wreck is at center of a Republican attack ad. Their relatives are furious The campaign ad, circulated by the National Republican Senatorial Committee, has been viewed more than 5.6 million times on YouTube
Capital & Main · Aug 27 Candidates Run Against Data Centers, but Ohio Legislature Didn’t Get the Memo Candidates in both parties turn on the industry while a bill redefining coal and gas as “clean” energy moves quietly in the statehouse.
TechRadar · Aug 23 'This has become a sleeper issue for the entire election cycle': Republican Party tells top AI firms to do something about rising US data center opposition Republican Senate memo warns AI companies that public anger over data centers could cost a crucial Ohio crucial seat.
The Independent UK · Aug 21 The Latest: Supreme Court chief justice allows White House ballroom renovation to continue for now Supreme Court Chief Justice John Roberts is allowing the White House to continue construction on President Donald Trump’s $400 million ballroom project for now