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Republicans are making Muslims a campaign issue in the 2026 US midterms

Republicans are making Muslims a campaign issue in the 2026 US midterms

By Richard Cowan and David Hood-Nuño WASHINGTON, Sept 8 (Reuters) - Republican Vice President JD Vance called Abdul El-Sayed, a Muslim and a Democrat running for the U.S.

Midterm elections head into the home stretch as candidates hit Labor Day events

Midterm elections head into the home stretch as candidates hit Labor Day events

Candidates in several states with competitive House and Senate races are beginning the stretch run of election season with Labor Day events at festivals, union halls and parades

Representative Miller-Meeks Skips 'Trumpapalooza' Midterm Convention to Focus on District

Representative Miller-Meeks Skips 'Trumpapalooza' Midterm Convention to Focus on District

Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks, a Republican from Iowa, opted not to attend the 'Trumpapalooza' midterm convention in Dallas, citing the need to prioritize her district. This decision aligns with other Republican candidates in tight races, such as freshman Rep. Tom Barrett of Michigan and Senator Susan Collins of Maine, who also chose to skip the event. The convention, organized by President Trump, aimed to energize the Republican base ahead of the November 3 election. However, some Republicans expressed concerns that tying candidates too closely to President Trump, given his low approval ratings, could be detrimental in swing districts. The event was scheduled to coincide with the opening nights of the NFL regular season, potentially impacting viewership.

Fox Business Correspondent Warns President Trump Against Focus on Renaming States and Lakes, Citing Potential Midterm Losses

Fox Business Correspondent Warns President Trump Against Focus on Renaming States and Lakes, Citing Potential Midterm Losses

Charles Gasparino, a senior correspondent for Fox Business, has issued a public warning to President Trump regarding his current political priorities. Gasparino expressed concern that President Trump's focus on renaming geographical locations, such as Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' and suggesting 'New America' for New Mexico, is a misdirection from issues that matter to voters. He also criticized President Trump's frequent attacks on Hassan Piker. Gasparino believes these actions are detrimental to the Republican Party's prospects in the upcoming midterm elections. He emphasized that while the economy shows some positive top-line numbers, the administration's focus on tariffs has complicated the narrative around elevated prices, and the war in Iran is currently a net negative. Democratic New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has dismissed President Trump's suggestion to rename her state, highlighting that New Mexico's name predates the United States and accusing President Trump of attempting to distra...

President Trump Seeks to Galvanize Republican Base Ahead of Midterm Elections in Dallas Convention

President Trump Seeks to Galvanize Republican Base Ahead of Midterm Elections in Dallas Convention

President Trump is actively working to rally his base and influence the upcoming midterm elections by making the election a referendum on his record, despite not being on the ballot himself. He is scheduled to deliver keynote addresses on both nights of a Republican convention in Dallas. This event, largely conceived and planned by President Trump, aims to energize Republican voters and support vulnerable lawmakers. His message has focused on promoting his administration's achievements, including border security, tax reductions for workers and seniors, and efforts to lower prescription drug prices. The Republican Party is aligning with this strategy, with House Speaker Mike Johnson noting the convention's importance. However, some Republicans are skipping the event to focus on their local campaigns, and the convention will compete with the NFL season kickoff for viewership.

NRCC Adds Four Florida Republicans to MAGA Majority Program, Targeting Democratic Incumbents

NRCC Adds Four Florida Republicans to MAGA Majority Program, Targeting Democratic Incumbents

The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) has included four Florida Republican candidates in its 'MAGA Majority' program. This initiative aims to support candidates who can help Republicans expand their majority in Congress. The selected candidates are Casey Askar, Mike Beltran, Dan Green, and Scott Singer, all of whom recently won their Republican Primary elections. These candidates are challenging incumbent Democratic members of Congress in districts that have been redrawn, with a majority of voters in these new districts having supported President Trump in the 2024 Presidential Election. Specifically, Mike Beltran is challenging U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor in Florida’s 14th Congressional District, Dan Green is facing U.S. Rep. Darren Soto in Florida’s 9th Congressional District, and Scott Singer is challenging U.S. Rep. Jared Moskowitz in Florida’s 25th Congressional District. Casey Askar is running in Florida’s 22nd Congressional District, an open seat where no incumbent chose to run under the ...

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Which local Republicans will attend Trump's 'Midterm Convention'?

Which local Republicans will attend Trump's 'Midterm Convention'?

Republicans will gather in Dallas next week for a "Midterm Convention," including some of Greater Cincinnati's officials.

The GOP was confident about keeping its Senate majority. Now the fight for control is wide open

The GOP was confident about keeping its Senate majority. Now the fight for control is wide open

Control of the U.S. Senate is up for grabs with less than two months until Election Day

Republican Representative Monica De La Cruz Faces Challenge from Democratic Candidate Bobby Pulido in Rio Grande Valley

Republican Representative Monica De La Cruz Faces Challenge from Democratic Candidate Bobby Pulido in Rio Grande Valley

Republican Representative Monica De La Cruz is facing a challenge from Democratic congressional candidate and Tejano singer Bobby Pulido in the Rio Grande Valley. This development comes as Republicans gather for a midterm convention in Dallas, heavily focused on President Trump. The selection of Dallas for the convention is seen by some, including Pulido's campaign manager Abel Prado, as a sign of Republican concern about the political landscape in Texas. Prado notes that while President Trump garnered significant support from some Hispanic voters in South Texas in 2024, this momentum has reportedly diminished. He attributes this decline to ongoing immigration enforcement operations, which he claims have negatively impacted the local economy, particularly depressing home construction due to workers' fears of enforcement actions. De La Cruz is among several Texas politicians and candidates participating in the convention, which aims to highlight GOP policy achievements and future aspirations.

Trump bets on himself as midterm savior. Will 'Trumpapalooza' backfire?

Trump bets on himself as midterm savior. Will 'Trumpapalooza' backfire?

Trump is putting himself center stage in the midterms with a Dallas convention, even as his low approval rating threatens to drag down GOP candidates.

Americans hit with record-high Labor Day Weekend gasoline prices

Americans hit with record-high Labor Day Weekend gasoline prices

By Nicole Jao, Liz Hampton and Georgina McCartney NEW YORK, Sept 5 (Reuters) - With the war in the Middle East still raising energy costs, Americans face record-high gasoline prices for Labor Day weekend, just as political campaigns kick off for midterm Congressional elections.

Battleground candidates head to GOP convention. Could it backfire?

Battleground candidates head to GOP convention. Could it backfire?

The convention program released by the Republican National Committee includes Senate candidates in Michigan, Ohio, North Carolina, Georgia and Texas.