Over 100 House Democrats vote to end military aid to Israel in significant rebuke to US ally – as it happened This live blog is now closed. The Guardian - US · Jul 15
Todd Blanche downplays Trump alliance in confirmation hearing President’s pick for attorney general faces tough questions over purging of career prosecutors, January 6 and Epstein The Guardian - US · Jul 15
The Mitch McConnell mystery is solved. But it doesn’t look good for America The senator is alive, a key requirement to maintain one’s job in the US Senate The Guardian - US · Jul 15
Anti-LGBTQ Senator Lindsey Graham Allegedly Paid For “Unspeakable Things” In Hotel, Claims Trans Influencer “I imagine we'll see many many more stories like this in the coming days,” one social media user wrote online. Bored Panda · Jul 15
South Carolina and Maine will be the first states to replace a major party U.S. Senate nominee since 2016 Welcome to the Wednesday, July 15, 2026, Brew. Ballotpedia · Jul 15
U.S. Sen. Darline Graham takes office — ending the vacancy in South Carolina’s class II seat On July 14, 2026, President Pro Tempore Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) swore Sen. Darline Graham (R-S.C.) into the U.S. Senate, filling the vacancy in South Carolina's class II seat. Ballotpedia · Jul 15
Pete Buttigieg Says America Can Afford 'Good Roads, Schools and Health Care,' Slams Tax System That Favors the Wealthy Over Workers Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg argued that the U.S. has the resources to strengthen public services, saying Americans should reject claims that investments in health care, education and infrastructure are financially impossible. Benzinga · Jul 15
Melania Trump Romance Rumours Erupt Following Awkward Praise From Senior Adviser During Live Interview Melania Trump's limited public appearances and a senior adviser's glowing praise have sparked online speculation about her private life and marriage, despite no evidence supporting the rumours. International Business Times UK · Jul 15
Trump Approval Rating Plummets to Near Record Lows as Furious Voters Revolt Over Endless Iran War A national poll reveals widespread public dissatisfaction with Trump's leadership, highlighting concerns over domestic and foreign policies as midterm elections loom. International Business Times UK · Jul 15
Trump Says 'Sometimes You Need a Ground Campaign' When Asked If He'd Send US Troops Into Kharg Island: 'The Only Way You Can Negotiate...' President Donald Trump did not rule out the possibility of a limited ground campaign in Iran, following recent U.S. strikes near Iran’s Kharg Island. Benzinga · Jul 15
NRCC adds 7 more candidates to MAGA Majority program The National Republican Congressional Committee on Wednesday named seven new House hopefuls to its program for top candidates seeking to flip seats this fall. The additions to the MAGA Majority program, as Republicans have rebranded what had long been known as its Young Guns effort, include four candidates who recently… Roll Call · Jul 15
SAVE America Act Could Force 69 Million Married Women to Prove Their Name to Vote, Experts Warn House Republicans have tied the SAVE America Act to a must-pass spending bill, reviving warnings that 69 million married women could face new hurdles to prove they are eligible to vote. International Business Times UK · Jul 15
E. Jean Carroll Receives $5.6 Million Payment From Trump After Supreme Court Rejects Appeal, Says 'The Eagle Has Landed' E. Jean Carroll announced she had received the long-disputed payment after the U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear President Donald Trump’s appeal of the 2023 civil verdict against him. Benzinga · Jul 15
Trump to address defense technology gathering as the Iran war has reduced US weapon stocks President Donald Trump is headlining a defense summit at the U.S. Army War College The Independent UK · Jul 15
Reason · Jul 15 By Blessing Corruption, Todd Blanche Has Disqualified Himself From the Job He Wants Trump’s nominee for attorney general has repeatedly subverted justice to benefit his boss.
The Economic Times · Jul 15 US Senate Democrats block $1.15 trillion defense bill over Iran war objections Senate Democrats blocked a defense policy bill due to Iran war concerns. They cited President Trump's lack of congressional consultation on military actions. The bill failed to gain enough votes to advance in the Senate. Republicans urged support, stating the bill ensures military readiness. This setback occurs early in the…
The Independent UK · Jul 15 Federal court ends a decades-old school desegregation order in Louisiana A federal appeals court has ended more than 60 years of federal oversight of a Louisiana school system that had been ordered to eradicate all vestiges of segregation
Salon · Jul 14 "Late Night" loses its Mee-Maw When Lindsey Graham died, Seth Meyers lost one of his best gags: the senator's imaginary, needling grandma
Ballotpedia · Jul 14 Four candidates are running in the general election for the U.S. Senate in Nebraska, including two who previously ran in 2024 Incumbent Sen. Pete Ricketts (R), Cindy Burbank (D), Mike Marvin (Legal Marijuana Now Party), and Dan Osborn (Nonpartisan) are running in the general election for the U.S. Senate in Nebraska. Ricketts and Osborn lead in polling, noteworthy endorsements, fundraising, and media attention.
Ballotpedia · Jul 14 Four general election candidates to compete for Montana's open U.S. Senate seat Alani Bankhead (D), Kurt Alme (R), Kyle Austin (L), and Seth Bodnar (I) are running for the U.S. Senate in Montana in the November 3, 2026 general election. Alme, Bankhead, and Bodnar lead in polling and media attention.
Ballotpedia · Jul 14 Six battleground Democratic primaries in the Massachusetts Senate this September Six Democratic primaries for the Massachusetts Senate are scheduled for September 1, 2026. All 40 seats are up for election in the chamber, in which Democrats have a 35-5 majority.
Ballotpedia · Jul 14 Colorado's pre-2028 redistricting measures blocked, but mid-decade redistricting potential continues in three other states New congressional maps remain possible in at least three states – Wisconsin, Maryland, and New York – ahead of the 2028 elections, after the Colorado Supreme Court blocked a set of competing ballot measures that would have redrawn the state's map for that cycle.
Ballotpedia · Jul 14 Contested Democratic primaries are taking place in 31 districts in the Massachusetts House of Representatives Elections for the Massachusetts House of Representatives will take place in 2026. The general election is on November 3, 2026. The primary is September 1, 2026. The filing deadline was May 26, 2026.
Ballotpedia · Jul 14 President Trump removes three remaining members of the Election Assistance Commission On July 9, President Donald Trump (R) removed the three remaining members of the Election Assistance Commission (EAC), leaving the four-seat commission without any members.
Ballotpedia · Jul 14 Louisiana enacts 20 election bills during 2026 session, including new congressional maps and voter ID changes The Louisiana Legislature adjourned its regular session on June 1 after passing 20 election-related bills, one resolution, and one proposed constitutional amendment. Gov. Jeff Landry (R) signed all 20 bills in May and June.