Donald Trump speaks at a Youngstown rally and warns about what happens if Democrats take control: ‘I will be the last Republican president’ He claims the Dems want to end the Senate. We Got This Covered · Oct 13
Most Americans think Trump is profiting from presidency unethically or illegally A recent poll revealed that a majority of Americans think Donald Trump is profiting illegally or unethically from his presidency. The survey indicated that around 60% of respondents believe Trump is prioritising personal financial interests over helping regular citizens. Financial disclosures suggested Trump has received significant investments in cryptocurrency ventures… The Times of India · Oct 13
Is punishing the poor Trump’s last hand to play? The pre-midterm defenestration of ACA enrollees looks like political madness – but the president appears to believe hitting poor people might work for him The Guardian - US · Oct 13
First Thing: Democratic leaders condemn federal raid on Ilhan Omar as she vows not to be silenced Minnesota congresswoman criticized raid as attempt by Trump administration ‘to target political enemies and weaponize law enforcement’ The Guardian - UK · Oct 13
Who is Ranjeev Puri? Indian-American eyes historic Michigan House Speaker post in US midterms Indian-origin Michigan lawmaker Ranjeev Puri is hoping to make history by becoming the first Indian-American to serve as Speaker of a state House in the United States. His prospects depend on whether Democrats can wrest control of the Michigan House of Representatives from Republicans in the November 3 elections. The Times of India · Oct 13
Trump repeats false claim about Iran’s nuclear weapons program at Alaska rally – as it happened President also claims media unfairly blamed him for high prices less than 24 hours into his second term The Guardian - US · Oct 13
Iran prepares for renewed US strikes, hints at land incursions into Gulf states: Report Iran has strengthened defences around sensitive nuclear sites and stepped up efforts to rally domestic support as it prepares for possible renewed US strikes after the November 3 midterm elections, the Wall Street Journal reported. Tehran has also warned regional officials that a fresh conflict could spill across the Gulf,… The Times of India · Oct 13
Millions of Medicaid recipients to face draconian requirements as of 1 January Trump’s reform law that seeks to make coverage harder to get, and to keep, includes working 80 hours a month The Guardian - US · Oct 13
MAGA X Accounts Accused of 'Manufacturing' James Talarico's Hospital Scandal With 605 Copy-Paste Posts An analysis identified 605 copied or near-identical X posts that helped amplify a false claim about James Talarico, although it found no independent proof of coordinated activity. International Business Times UK · Oct 13
Republican Ken Paxton Caught on Video Partying in Dubai With Two US Fugitives Ahead of Senate Race Footage reported by The Wall Street Journal shows Ken Paxton celebrating in Dubai with businessmen indicted over alleged healthcare fraud, including a campaign donor. International Business Times UK · Oct 13
Trump Gives Jake Paul 'Complete and Total Endorsement' as Influencer Joins Him on Air Force One Jake Paul travelled with Donald Trump to an Ohio campaign rally, renewing attention on his political ambitions, although he has not announced a candidacy or chosen an office. International Business Times UK · Oct 13
Is the blue wave real? Under-the-radar races that could hand Congress to Democrats Though Democrats have a strong edge heading into the midterms, some races have openings for Republicans The Guardian - US · Oct 13
Woman Wearing 'Release Epstein Files' Shirt Punched at Trump Rally as President Calls Her 'Scum' and Crowd Chants 'USA' A man punched a woman in a 'Release Epstein Files' shirt at Trump's Ohio rally as he called protesters 'scum' and the crowd chanted 'USA'. International Business Times UK · Oct 13
Trump Says 'I Don't Do This With Men Very Often' While Recalling Examining Senator Jon Husted's Body at Ohio Rally Donald Trump made unusual comments about examining Senator Jon Husted's physique during an Ohio rally, while campaigning for Husted and attacking his Democratic opponent Sherrod Brown. International Business Times UK · Oct 13
Roll Call · Oct 13 National leaders crisscross the country at campaign crunch time It’s crunch time on the campaign trail, and the president, vice president, congressional leaders and no shortage of other surrogates are out in force, trying to rally supporters to get out the vote. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, the New York Democrat likely to become speaker if his party wins…
International Business Times UK · Oct 13 Is Trump Behind Ilhan Omar's Home Raid? What We Know About the President's Involvement and the Federal Investigation Federal agents searched Ilhan Omar's Washington home three weeks before the US midterm elections, prompting allegations of political intimidation as Donald Trump denied directing the operation.
Roll Call · Oct 13 He’s retiring from the Senate. What will happen to his ‘dream’? When Sen. Richard J. Durbin first proposed what’s known as the DREAM Act, his current interns weren’t born yet. Pagers were often used instead of cellphones, and George W. Bush was president. More than 25 years later, it hasn’t become law. And in just a few months, Durbin will leave…
The Economic Times · Oct 13 Trump attacks immigrants from Somalia and Haiti while rallying in Ohio for Republican candidates US President Donald Trump sought to boost Republican Senator Jon Husted’s reelection campaign at an Ohio rally by targeting Somali and Haitian immigrants, repeating the debunked claim that Haitians ate pets in Springfield and praising his administration’s efforts to drive them out.
The Independent UK · Oct 13 The US plans to livestream an execution. Here’s how you can prepare your children IN FOCUS: Parents are facing an unprecedented challenge, write Laurie Kellman and Rebecca Boone
The Economic Times · Oct 13 Trump says Houthis 'misbehaving very badly' amid attacks on Saudi Arabia US President Donald Trump condemned the Houthi rebels for their recent attacks on Saudi Arabian targets. He stated that the Houthis are misbehaving, and Washington may consider military actions alongside Saudi Arabia. The Houthi militia has targeted key airports, leading to deadly incidents in the past week. Regional diplomatic efforts…
The Economic Times · Oct 13 'We are going to see': Trump on Iran's alleged link in UK's RAF Fairford incident Donald Trump stated that the United States is evaluating potential actions against Iran amid recent allegations. The UK government and allied nations condemned Iran's purported hostile activities and attributed involvement in an incident. Joint statements emphasized the need to address Iran's use of covert networks and proxy actors for destabilization.…
The Times of India · Oct 13 Trump slams Yemen’s Houthi rebels over Saudi attacks US President Donald Trump on Monday criticised Yemen’s Houthi rebels over their escalating attacks on Saudi Arabia, saying the group was “misbehaving very badly”.
International Business Times UK · Oct 13 Elon Musk Pours $276 Million Into Republican Midterm Fight as Party Battles to Keep Control of Congress Elon Musk has donated more than $276 million to Republican-aligned political groups since July, taking his reported political spending in the current election cycle to about $366 million.
Latin Times · Oct 12 Troy Jackson Holds a Narrow Lead Over Collins — But History and Money Could Change Troy Jackson leads Sen. Susan Collins by 1 to 4 points in Maine's most-watched Senate race, but history and massive GOP spending make this a true tossup. (154 chars)
Latin Times · Oct 12 Guilfoyle's Greece Scandal: $100K Debt, a Lobbyist in the Room, and Now a Possible Firing Trump and Rubio weigh firing U.S. Ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle over a $100K debt, a corporate lobbyist in official meetings, and a State Dept. probe.