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Trump says it's 'very early' to talk about a Hegseth 2028 presidential campaign

Trump says it's 'very early' to talk about a Hegseth 2028 presidential campaign

By Steve Holland and Bo Erickson WASHINGTON, Aug 31 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday told reporters it was too soon to discuss his potential successor, sidestepping talk of a 2028 campaign by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
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U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Senator Ted Cruz Visit Iowa Ahead of Mid-Term Elections

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Senator Ted Cruz Visit Iowa Ahead of Mid-Term Elections

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins is scheduled to visit Iowa, marking her second trip to the state in less than two weeks. She is set to speak at the Farm Progress Show in Boone on Tuesday. This visit follows an appearance by U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) in Clive, where he headlined U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson’s annual “Ashley’s BBQ Bash.” Senator Cruz, who won the 2016 Iowa Caucuses, emphasized Iowa's status as a battleground state. These visits are part of a broader trend of prominent Republican officials, including several from the Trump administration, making appearances in Iowa as the Republican Party aims to maintain its majorities in Congress during the upcoming November mid-term elections.
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Senator Markey and Representative Moulton Campaigns Highlight Generational Divide in Massachusetts Senate Race

Senator Markey and Representative Moulton Campaigns Highlight Generational Divide in Massachusetts Senate Race

The Massachusetts Senate primary race between incumbent Senator Ed Markey and challenger U.S. Representative Seth Moulton is intensifying, with both campaigns employing distinct strategies that underscore a generational divide within the Democratic Party. Senator Markey, 80, is leveraging his extensive 50-year political record and strong progressive credentials, campaigning alongside prominent figures like Senator Bernie Sanders, Senator Elizabeth Warren, and U.S. Representative Ayanna Pressley. His strategy emphasizes his experience and legislative achievements, particularly in areas like climate change and healthcare. In contrast, Representative Moulton, 47, is focusing on a message of 'generational change,' arguing that it's time for new leadership. He is engaging directly with voters in smaller settings, presenting himself as a candidate who can bring a fresh perspective to contemporary issues. This 'split-screen' approach highlights Markey's reliance on institutional support and progressive bona fides...
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Democrats are again angling for Rep. Mike Lawler's House seat. Can he hold on in liberal New York?

Democrats are again angling for Rep. Mike Lawler's House seat. Can he hold on in liberal New York?

U.S. Rep. Mike Lawler is considered one of the nation’s most vulnerable Republicans in this year’s midterm elections
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Trump's approval stuck at 33%; Democrats appear more fired up for midterms, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Trump's approval stuck at 33%; Democrats appear more fired up for midterms, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

WASHINGTON, Aug 31 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump's approval rating was stuck at the lowest level of his political career amid broad dissatisfaction over the war in Iran and the Republican's economic stewardship, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll that concluded on Monday.
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US military has no plans to send troops to the polls in November, top general says

US military has no plans to send troops to the polls in November, top general says

The highest-ranking officer in the U.S. military says there are no plans to send troops to polling places during November’s midterm congressional elections
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US Homeland Security to ramp up voter fraud investigations this week, CNN reports

US Homeland Security to ramp up voter fraud investigations this week, CNN reports

WASHINGTON, Sept 1 (Reuters) - The U.S. Department of Homeland Security plans to start expanding its effort to investigate alleged voter fraud this week, CNN has reported, citing federal guidance it reviewed.
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Whistleblower says USPS mail-in voting restrictions could discard thousands of legal ballots

Whistleblower says USPS mail-in voting restrictions could discard thousands of legal ballots

By David Shepardson and Katharine Jackson WASHINGTON, Sept 1 (Reuters) - A whistleblower told Congress that the U.S. Postal Service is moving forward with plans to restrict mail-in voting that could result in thousands of legitimate ballots being discarded. Senator Richard Blumenthal asked U.S.
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Louisiana Midterm Elections Feature Key Senate Race and Congressional Map Changes

Louisiana Midterm Elections Feature Key Senate Race and Congressional Map Changes

Louisiana is preparing for its 2026 midterm elections, which will see voters elect a new U.S. senator and two new members of the U.S. House. A significant development is the new congressional map, which eliminated a majority-Black district, potentially giving Republicans an additional seat in the House. In the U.S. Senate race, Republican Congresswoman Julia Letlow is favored to win after defeating incumbent Bill Cassidy in the primary, largely due to President Trump's endorsement. Letlow faces Democrat Jamie Davis, a Black farmer running his first statewide political campaign. Davis, despite being an underdog in a reliably red state, expresses confidence in his ability to win by campaigning on policies aimed at improving affordability, which he believes resonates across party lines. Louisiana's political landscape is further shaped by the prominent roles of House Speaker Mike Johnson and Majority Leader Steve Scalise, both from Louisiana, who are working to maintain the GOP's slim majority in the House.
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Smithsonian to put Latino museum in existing building, bypassing Congress approval

Smithsonian to put Latino museum in existing building, bypassing Congress approval

By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, Aug 31 (Reuters) - The Smithsonian Institution approved on Monday the conversion of one of its buildings into the National Museum of the American Latino, which will enable it to bypass congressional approval for a new site.
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Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon Orders Investigation into 'Aggressive' Federal Election Observers

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon Orders Investigation into 'Aggressive' Federal Election Observers

Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has requested the state's attorney general to investigate the conduct of federal election monitors during the state's primary election on August 18. Governor Gordon described the observers' behavior as "aggressive" and "irregular." This concern was echoed by Laramie County Clerk Debra Lee, who noted a "complete disregard" for state law by the federal observers. While Governor Gordon clarified that his objection was not to the presence of observers themselves, but rather to their actions, which he believes exceeded the authority granted by Congress, the specific details of the alleged aggressive or irregular conduct were not provided in the source. The request for an investigation highlights a potential conflict regarding the scope and manner of federal oversight in state-level electoral processes.
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With US bill's fate in balance, Ukraine to lobby US on Russia sanctions

With US bill's fate in balance, Ukraine to lobby US on Russia sanctions

By Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON, Aug 31 (Reuters) - Ukraine's top sanctions official will visit Washington this week to urge members of the U.S.