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Alaska Senate race heats up as Sullivan, Peltola clash over Iran war, fuel costs

Anchorage witnessed a heated debate among major U.S. Senate candidates, focusing on the Iran war and energy policy. Republican Senator Dan Sullivan emphasized the need to end the war while advocating for increased Alaskan energy production. Democrat Mary Peltola criticized the war's effects on Alaskans and refuted Sullivan's claims about…

The Economic Times · Oct 16

FBI investigates letters with ‘unknown substance’ sent to US election officials

Election officers in Louisiana and Oklahoma receive a powdery substance, prompting evacuations

The Guardian - US · Oct 16

Steve Hilton Expands "Bring Hollywood Home" Plan With New Studio Financing and Broader Eligible Credits

Steve Hilton unveiled an expanded Hollywood production plan Oct. 14, adding studio financing and uncapped 40% credits. Election is Nov. 3.

Latin Times · Oct 16

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What the Federal Raid on Ilhan Omar's Home Means for the Midterms — and the DOJ's Own Rules

Federal agents seized Rep. Ilhan Omar's phone and subpoenaed her family 22 days before the midterms. Here's what both probes cover.

Latin Times · Oct 15

Argentina's Milei Collects Washington Leadership Prize, Urges Hemisphere-Wide Conservative Front

Argentina's Javier Milei accepted a leadership award in Washington, called on Latin America to back Trump in November, and voiced support for Flávio Bolsonaro's Brazil campaign.

Latin Times · Oct 15

Elon Musk is the donor behind Senate Republicans’ massive rescue mission for Ken Paxton

The world’s wealthiest man transformed Texas’ U.S. Senate race with a massive cash infusion to the Senate GOP’s main outside group, which has taken over the airwaves with ads boosting Paxton.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 15

Trump Calls Somali Immigrants 'Low IQ' at Ohio Rally, Revives Debunked Haiti Pet Claim

Trump targeted Somali and Haitian immigrants at a Youngstown rally, reviving a debunked pet-eating claim as HSI agents raided Rep. Omar's D.C. home.

Latin Times · Oct 15

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Two-Thirds of Americans Back More Federal Spending to Cut Health Costs as Trust in Health Leaders Hits Lows

Two-thirds of Americans in a new Axios-Ipsos poll want more federal spending to lower health costs, while trust in Trump and Kennedy on health hits survey lows.

Medical Daily · Oct 15

Trump’s new press secretary says it’s ‘unknown’ how much she’ll deal with media

Katie Zacharia faces mounting questions over her legal credentials after admitting she did not pass the bar exam

The Guardian - US · Oct 15

Trump Pardons Diesel Mechanics Onstage in Alaska as Senate Race Enters Final Three Weeks

Trump signed diesel pardons onstage in Wasilla with 21 days left in the Alaska Senate race that could determine congressional control.

Latin Times · Oct 15

Trump Raises Fresh Questions About His Health After Joking That He Has 'Very Severe Problems'

Donald Trump joked about having 'very severe problems' while discussing his avoidance of alcohol, smoking and drugs, then said he was 'just having fun'.

International Business Times UK · Oct 15

Trump says John Cornyn and Karl Rove to blame if Ken Paxton loses Senate race

If Ken Paxton loses to James Talarico, blame would fall on weak Republicans who failed to close ranks, the president said on social media.

The Texas Tribune · Oct 15

Austin couple mocked Black college students over parking and flaunted their $1.5 million home. The students’ response turned their street into a protest party

The situation reignited concerns about gentrification.

We Got This Covered · Oct 15

FBI agents and analysts fired for roles in Trump classified files probe sue to get their jobs back

FBI employees fired for their roles in the investigation of President Donald Trump’s retention of classified documents at his Florida estate are suing to get their jobs back, calling their terminations unlawful acts of “political retribution.”

The Independent UK · Oct 15

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We Got This Covered · Oct 15

President Trump tells Alaska to trust ‘the real Dan Sullivan’ as they prepare for a Senate race with two ‘Dan Sullivans’

Do not get confused between 'Dan Sullivans' if you are an Alaskan.

The Independent UK · Oct 15

FACT FOCUS: Social media posts falsely claim ballots marked by a poll worker will be disqualified

As early voting begins in the 2026 midterm elections, social media users are warning each other about what could allegedly happen if a poll worker marks a ballot before it is fed into a scanner

The Independent UK · Oct 15

FBI employees fired over Trump classified documents probe sue to be reinstated

The complaint represents nine agents, intelligence analysts, and operational staff who were ousted in February

International Business Times UK · Oct 15

Trump's Alaska Rally Video Shows Secret Service Agent Reaching for His Holster as Man Runs Towards the Stage

Footage from Donald Trump's Alaska rally shows an apparent movement towards a holster as a man approaches security personnel, but does not establish a threat.

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Latin Times · Oct 15

Justice Department Gives California 48 Hours to Verify Thousands of Voters' Citizenship or Face Court Action

Acting Deputy AG Trent McCotter demanded that officials check a federal list of suspected noncitizens and segregate ballots already issued to voters whose eligibility remained unverified

The Independent UK · Oct 15

Lawsuit by 2 women accuses ex-Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz of sex trafficking

Two women are suing former U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz, accusing him of sexual exploitation in violation of a federal anti-trafficking law

Latin Times · Oct 15

Schwarzenegger and Newsom Reunite to Celebrate California's 20-Year Climate Law in Long Beach

Schwarzenegger and Newsom celebrated AB 32's 20th year in Long Beach, but California's redistricting outcome already defines where their partnership ends.

The Independent UK · Oct 15

Trump administration sues California to block state from counting alleged noncitizen mail-in ballots

The Trump administration has sued California election officials

Latin Times · Oct 15

Faith Leaders Warn: GOP's Evangelical Turnout Problem Could Flip the 2026 Midterms

With evangelicals tepid heading into November 3, Republicans fear losing Congress as faith leaders scramble to close an enthusiasm gap years in the making.

International Business Times · Oct 15

Most U.S. Voters Want 'Total Upheaval' In The Way The Country is Run, Poll Shows

Roughly 8 in 10 voters believe the United States needs either "substantial change" or "complete upheaval" in how it is run.

We Got This Covered · Oct 15

Donald Trump tells man at rally he looks ‘ready to have a heart attack,’ confirms his doctors would let him die if he did: ‘collateral damage’

"Why would these people laugh and cheer when he insults them?"

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