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'Double-edged sword': Trump blitzes red states amid plunging popularity

'Double-edged sword': Trump blitzes red states amid plunging popularity

Trump is spending precious campaign time and funding in GOP states rather than challenging Democrats in the closest races for control of Congress.
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Rep. Stephanie Bice Declines Debate Proposal for Oklahoma's 5th Congressional District Election

Rep. Stephanie Bice Declines Debate Proposal for Oklahoma's 5th Congressional District Election

Representative Stephanie Bice, the Republican incumbent for Oklahoma's 5th Congressional District, has formally declined a debate proposal for the upcoming November 3 congressional election. Her campaign confirmed this decision on September 29, 2026, citing issues with an opponent's financial filing status. Bice's campaign stated a preference for focusing on community events and direct voter engagement rather than participating in a televised debate. Bice is seeking a fourth term in Congress and faces Democratic candidate Jena Nelson, along with independent candidates Robert P. Henri and Austin Nieves. Nelson previously secured 43 percent of the vote in the 2022 election. The refusal to debate comes amidst a high-stakes campaign cycle, with Bice having won her 2020 election with 52 percent of the vote. Challenger Jena Nelson recently reported $40,000 in campaign debt in a Federal Election Commission filing. President Trump is also scheduled to hold a campaign event in Durant on October 1, 2026, which is ex...
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The Latest: Trump will campaign in Alabama ahead of the midterm elections

The Latest: Trump will campaign in Alabama ahead of the midterm elections

President Donald Trump is back on the campaign trail as he seeks to shore up lagging enthusiasm in his party ahead of next month’s midterm elections
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The Latest: Trump hits the campaign trail, kicking off blitz before midterms

The Latest: Trump hits the campaign trail, kicking off blitz before midterms

President Donald Trump is hitting the campaign trail in heavily Republican areas to shore up lagging enthusiasm in their party ahead of next month’s midterm elections
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US judge finds law criminalizing noncitizen voting unconstitutional

US judge finds law criminalizing noncitizen voting unconstitutional

NEW YORK, Oct 1 (Reuters) - A U.S. judge dismissed on Thursday a federal criminal case accusing a noncitizen of voting in an election, finding that the statute criminalizing noncitizen voting was unconstitutional. The ruling by Miami-based U.S.
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Trump's $500 Obamacare 'rebate' checks land in prime political battlegrounds

Trump's $500 Obamacare 'rebate' checks land in prime political battlegrounds

By Andy Sullivan, Helen Coster, Ahmed Aboulenein and Tim McLaughlin WASHINGTON, Oct 1 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump's administration is sending $500 payments to nearly 1 million Americans this week, in a move that strategists say could potentially influence races that may determine whether his
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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's campaign against noncitizen voting demonstrates it's rare and not enough to swing elections

Trump's campaign against noncitizen voting demonstrates it's rare and not enough to swing elections

The Trump administration's push to shine a spotlight on noncitizen voting is highlighting how rare it is
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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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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.