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Democrats want a blue wave. New Hampshire is Exhibit A for why that may not happen

Democrats want a blue wave. New Hampshire is Exhibit A for why that may not happen

Five weeks before Election Day, Democratic optimism is soaring
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Trump using DHS funds to pay for TV ads before midterms

Trump using DHS funds to pay for TV ads before midterms

The Trump administration is using DHS money to air pro-Trump ads on TV before the midterms, according to documents and lawmakers.
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Trump-Aligned Super PAC Invests $8 Million to Challenge Democratic Representative Tom Suozzi in New York's Third Congressional District

Trump-Aligned Super PAC Invests $8 Million to Challenge Democratic Representative Tom Suozzi in New York's Third Congressional District

A Super PAC aligned with President Trump, 'No Going Back,' an offshoot of 'Make America Great Again' (MAGA Inc.), is dedicating nearly $8 million to support Republican challenger Mike LiPetri in his campaign against Democratic Representative Tom Suozzi for New York's Third Congressional District. This district, located on Long Island, has historically been a swing district. The funding includes $5.7 million for TV advertisements over a three-week period and an additional $2 million for direct mail targeting households within the district. The TV ads accuse Representative Suozzi of self-serving actions, specifically alleging he voted against banning congressional insider trading due to personal stock trading profits exceeding $10 million. The ads claim LiPetri would ban insider trading and hold Congress accountable. This significant financial investment highlights the Republican effort to unseat Representative Suozzi, who regained the seat after George Santos was removed from the House.
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New England Midterm Elections: Key Senate Races in Maine and New Hampshire Remain Toss-Ups Five Weeks Out

New England Midterm Elections: Key Senate Races in Maine and New Hampshire Remain Toss-Ups Five Weeks Out

With five weeks remaining until the midterm elections, two key Senate races in New England are being closely watched as 'toss-ups.' In Maine, the focus is on whether Republican incumbent Susan Collins will successfully defend her Senate seat. Simultaneously, in New Hampshire, attention is on who will emerge victorious to replace Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen. These races are considered pivotal in determining the overall control of the U.S. Senate. Political reporter James Pindell of The Boston Globe provided insights into the current state of these contests. The competitive nature of these elections indicates a tight race where the outcome is uncertain, and both parties are likely to intensify their campaign efforts in the final weeks. The results of these New England races will contribute significantly to the national political landscape and the balance of power in Congress.
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White House Releases Third Taxpayer-Funded Ad for President Trump, Prompting Ethics Concerns

White House Releases Third Taxpayer-Funded Ad for President Trump, Prompting Ethics Concerns

The White House has released a third taxpayer-funded advertisement promoting President Trump and his agenda, ahead of the November elections. This action has drawn criticism from Democrats and ethics experts who suggest these ads may violate a federal prohibition against taxpayer-funded propaganda. The administration, however, defends these commercials as public service announcements. The latest ad bears a striking resemblance to a campaign ad President Trump posted on social media in early 2024 during his presidential campaign. Key differences include fine print indicating U.S. government funding and the absence of the 2024 campaign logo at the end. The commercial was broadcast multiple times over the weekend, including during 'Saturday Night Live' and NFL games, according to tracking firm AdImpact. This follows two other political-style ads released by the administration last week, one of which featured the song 'Love Me' alongside images of the President.
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US FCC chair says government ads featuring Trump do not raise concerns

US FCC chair says government ads featuring Trump do not raise concerns

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, Sept 30 (Reuters) - The chair of the Federal Communications Commission said on Wednesday that taxpayer-funded television ads featuring President Donald Trump are not improper and do not raise any red flags.
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Trump will unveil $54 billion in South Korean investment in Alaska, site of a tight Senate race

Trump will unveil $54 billion in South Korean investment in Alaska, site of a tight Senate race

President Donald Trump is expected to announce plans for South Korea to invest roughly $54 billion in a project to export natural gas from Alaska, a proposal long backed by Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan, who's in a competitive reelection contest there
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Trump's $500 ACA refund checks are only going to 30 states. Tennessee is one of them

Trump's $500 ACA refund checks are only going to 30 states. Tennessee is one of them

Trump is sending $500 dollar refund checks to 950,000 Americans in 30 states due to health insurance overcharges.
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Donald Trump's disapproval rating matches Jan. 6 peak in new poll

Donald Trump's disapproval rating matches Jan. 6 peak in new poll

President Trump's disapproval rating reached a new high in this term in a new Quinnipiac University poll. The last time it was this high was Jan. 2021.
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Trump crashed the Cardinals' game. And you paid for it | Opinion

Trump crashed the Cardinals' game. And you paid for it | Opinion

Donald Trump's "final battle" ad his campaign used in the 2024 election made an unwelcome return during NFL games. This time taxpayers paid for it.
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Election workers prepare for midterms and ... armed agents? | Opinion

Election workers prepare for midterms and ... armed agents? | Opinion

Trump's tactic has been to overwhelm, paralyze norms and protocols, to get away with something before he can be stopped. Elections are no exception.
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Trump government ads draw scrutiny weeks before midterm elections

Trump government ads draw scrutiny weeks before midterm elections

By Helen Coster, Dawn Kopecki and Bo Erickson NEW YORK, Sept 28 (Reuters) - Taxpayer-funded television ads featuring President Donald Trump, including spots celebrating a "golden age of America" and one accompanied by a chorus singing "love me" on repeat, are drawing bipartisan criticism and legal