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Minnesota primaries could mark change of path for Democrats and Republicans

From progressive and moderate to election deniers, state sees wide spectrum of candidates in test of direction for both parties

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‘Fiercely independent’ South Carolina votes on Lindsey Graham’s Senate successor

Republicans, including Graham’s sister, Darline, expedite campaigns to replace late senator in special primary race

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Francesca Hong aims to ride progressive wave in Wisconsin primary for governor

Democratic socialist is frontrunner in four-way race to face Republican Tom Tiffany in test of anti-establishment mood

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State lawmakers enacted 37 bills on ballot measures and direct democracy through mid-2026

Welcome to the Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026, Brew.

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Former Air Force Secretary Vows Legal War After Pentagon Yanks Security Clearance Over Trump's Qatari Jet Leak: 'You Stand Up to Bullies...'

Former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall said he will sue the Trump administration to restore his security clearance after the Pentagon revoked it over allegations that he disclosed sensitive information about the Qatari-gifted Boeing 747 now serving as Air Force One.

Benzinga

When campaign rivals become Senate colleagues

ANALYSIS — There might be some awkwardness for Michigan’s and Ohio’s Senate delegations next year. If Michigan Republican Mike Rogers and Ohio Democrat Sherrod Brown win in November, they’ll be serving alongside the senators who defeated them in 2024. But, surprisingly, such scenarios aren’t entirely unusual. We’ve had more than…

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Trump Media sinks to £176 million loss and refocuses efforts on Truth Social

Trump Media & Technology’s second quarter losses were more than 10 times those a year earlier.

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Trump Says He Has 'Not Spoken' to Todd Blanche or Jeanine Pirro About Charging Fauci After Fifth Amendment Showdown With Senate Republicans

President Donald Trump said he has not asked Attorney General Todd Blanche or Washington U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro to prosecute Dr. Anthony Fauci, distancing himself from a criminal contempt push that Senate Republicans have sent to the Justice Department.

Benzinga

Peter Schiff Slams Trump’s $100K Truth Social Early-Access Deal Despite Voting for Him: '… Makes My Criticism More Credible'

On Monday, economist Peter Schiff criticized President Donald Trump’s Truth Social early-access service, arguing that selling faster access to potentially market-moving presidential posts is hardly standard practice.

Benzinga

Trump Extends Jones Act Waiver Again— GasBuddy Analyst Patrick De Haan Says That Could 'Soften the Blow' of Hormuz Chaos

President Donald Trump has extended a waiver that permits foreign-flagged ships to transport commodities between U.S. ports for 90 days.

Benzinga

New Massachusetts Law Removes All Gestational Cutoffs and Expands Out of State Abortion Protections

Governor Maura Healey has signed a law scrapping Massachusetts' 24-week abortion limit, leaving late-pregnancy decisions to doctors and making it the 10th state with no gestational cutoff.

International Business Times UK

John Bolton Warns 'It’s a Mistake to Walk Away' From Iran War: Cannot Reward Tehran With 'Hegemony' Over Hormuz Strait

Former U.S. National Security Adviser John Bolton warned President Donald Trump against easing pressure on Iran, arguing that the U.S. should capitalize on damage inflicted on Tehran rather than allow it to gain political leverage over the Strait of Hormuz.

Benzinga

DCCC adds Max Miller’s Democratic opponent to ‘Red to Blue’ list

With embattled Republican Rep. Max Miller sticking with his reelection bid in the face of domestic abuse allegations, Democrats are increasingly optimistic of flipping his Ohio seat. The House Democratic campaign arm on Tuesday added ironworker Brian Poindexter to its “Red to Blue” program, which offers additional resources to promising…

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Elizabeth Warren Blasts ‘Trump Math’ as Oil Giants That Put $5 Million Into His Inauguration Fund See '$23 Billion in Excess War Profits’

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) on Monday slammed Donald Trump, accusing the President of helping oil companies report windfall profits amid the war with Iran.

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Republicans name candidate to replace Chuck Edwards after sexual harassment investigation

Jennifer Balkcom to face Democrat Jamie Ager in race to represent North Carolina’s 11th congressional district

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Judge temporarily blocks Mamdani’s pied-à-terre tax on second homes

New York mayor’s office plans to appeal ruling, which comes after homeowners sued over property surcharges last week

Latin Times

The 'Miracle Lawyer' Case Balloons to $400 Million as Plaintiffs Multiply — and Nobody Can Say Where She Is

Alexandra Lozano's collapsed immigration practice now faces an expanded federal lawsuit with 34 plaintiffs, a second class action alleging mass-produced fraudulent filings, and a reported federal criminal inquiry — all while her own attorney says he cannot locate her.

The Guardian - US

Ilhan Omar questions whether Trump administration has used ICE to ‘surveil’ critics

Congresswoman demands answers after a DHS agent was apparently stationed outside her Minnesota town hall

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North Carolina Republicans pick state legislator to replace Edwards on ballot

A North Carolina Republican committee on Monday selected state Rep. Jennifer Balkcom to replace embattled Rep. Chuck Edwards as the party’s nominee on the November ballot. Balkcom, a self-described “Henderson County farm girl,’’ will face Democrat Jamie Ager in the general election for the 11th District, which is anchored by…

Ballotpedia

Robe & Gavel: Federal Judicial Vacancy Count released for August 2026

Welcome to the Aug. 10 edition of Robe & Gavel, Ballotpedia’s newsletter about the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) and other judicial happenings around the U.S.

Latin Times

More Than 400 Former National Security Officials Warn of Trump's Consolidation of Power: 'The Guardrails Were All Taken Down'

Former officials pointed to Trump's use of security clearances and declassified intelligence among their concerns

International Business Times UK

Francesca Hong Surges in Wisconsin: Frontrunner Faces Trump's Mockery and Her Own Party's Doubts

Francesca Hong, a democratic socialist, leads the Wisconsin governor primary amidst criticism from Donald Trump and scepticism within her party, highlighting a turbulent race with significant national attention.

Ballotpedia

Delaware becomes the 12th state to enact a state-level voting rights act

On Aug. 6, Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer (D) signed legislation making Delaware the 12th state to enact a state-level voting rights act.

Roll Call

10 candidates vie to replace Lindsey Graham in South Carolina

Three days after Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death, his sister, Darline Graham, was sworn in to complete the remainder of the South Carolina Republican’s term. With President Donald Trump’s encouragement, she quickly declared she’d seek a full six-year term. Yet the limited polling available suggests Tuesday’s snap special election primary to…

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Roll Call on the Road: South Carolina

CQ Roll Call traveled last week to South Carolina, which is playing host to Tuesday’s special primary election to select a new Republican Senate nominee following Sen. Lindsey Graham’s sudden death. Photo editor Bill Clark captured some of the action as Senate hopefuls — and other South Carolina candidates —…

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