What Trump Has Tried to Change About the 2026 Election – and What Courts Have Blocked
Trump has employed executive orders and administrative actions in an attempt to shape the midterms – in some cases more successfully than others.
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How Democrats Are Rethinking Election Protection for the 2026 Midterms
State Democratic parties are recruiting volunteers to monitor polling places and fight disinformation amid concerns Trump could send federal agents to the polls.
The President Says Oil Won’t Fall Until After the Midterms. Here’s What That Means for Prices
Oil has climbed above $100 a barrel as the war with Iran disrupts global energy markets, putting pressure on gasoline, transportation, food and other household costs.
Trump’s Midterm GOP Convention: Who’s Attending? Who’s Not?
Part rally, part fundraiser, the president’s political convention will be a celebration of his presidency. But will that help vulnerable Republicans in critical battleground races or hurt them?
Rhode Island Dems Oust Sitting Governor
Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee became the first incumbent governor to lose renomination in almost a decade after he was ousted in the Democratic primary. The GOP race, meanwhile, was too close to call.
Trump’s Midterm GOP Convention: Who’s Attending? Who’s Not?
Part rally, part fundraiser, the president’s political convention will be a celebration of his presidency. But will that help vulnerable Republicans in critical battleground races or hurt them?
Establishment Democrats Win in New Hampshire
A centrist lawmaker held off a progressive candidate to secure the Democratic Senate nomination in New Hampshire, while ex-Sen. John Sununu won the GOP renomination to his old seat.
Massachusetts Primary Pits Age Against Policy
The Democratic senate race pits octogenarian incumbent Sen. Ed Markey against Rep. Seth Moulton, a six-term moderate who says Markey is too old to serve.
Graham’s South Carolina Win Reaffirms Trump’s Strength Among Republicans
Trump’s strong endorsement – and a lot of money from his super PAC – helped Sen. Darline Graham to the GOP nomination for Senate from South Carolina.
Today’s News: Dolly Parton Dies, Canada Hits Back and Measles Outbreak Turns Deadly
Dolly Parton has died, the U.S.-Canada trade war continues and runoff election results are in.