Trump donor accuses ‘grifter’ Kimberly Guilfoyle of $100,000 quid pro quo Eric Deters says US ambassador to Greece asked him to pay off American Express credit card bill in return for access The Guardian - US · Oct 8
Trump White House in ‘full-on panic mode’ over close advisers hired by pro-Putin Balkans government While Trump is ‘livid’ over his party’s doomed prospects in midterms, some of his top allies are maintaining relationships with Russian-linked leaders The Independent UK · Oct 8
MAGA Donor Claims Kimberly Guilfoyle Asked Him to Pay Her $100K Amex Bill, but He Refused to Risk His Marriage Kimberly Guilfoyle allegedly asked donor Eric Deters for $100,000 towards an American Express bill before her confirmation hearing as ambassador to Greece. International Business Times UK · Oct 8
As Democrats eye big midterm wins, Republicans look to turn the tables in some House districts Republicans are focusing on pivotal congressional races as they seek to gain ground in the midterms. Key issues include immigration and economic policies being heavily funded by national organizations. In New Hampshire, an open seat contest is drawing attention due to fluctuating party support. Politicians like Greg Landsman and Susie… The Economic Times · Oct 8
New Hampshire U.S. Senate race between Chris Pappas (D) and John Sununu (R) will help determine control of the chamber Chris Pappas (D), John Sununu (R), and Edmond Laplante (Constitution Party) are running in the general election for U.S. Senate in New Hampshire on Nov. 3. Incumbent Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D), who first assumed office in 2009, did not seek re-election. Ballotpedia · Oct 7
Trump administration refuses international election observers for first time in over 2 decades, a feat that’s only been done by Russia and Belarus Surrounded by greatness. We Got This Covered · Oct 6
Trump Administration Diverting Money From Europe, Middle East To Latin America Amid Geopolitical Shifts Congress approved the funds other purposes. International Business Times · Oct 2
State Department pushes $175M into human rights grants. Then Marco Rubio allegedly signs a memo to ignore Congress and fund far-right groups abroad USAID was gutted for this! We Got This Covered · Oct 2
Trump diverts Ukraine aid to authoritarian countries in Latin America Trump has repeatedly acted to boost like-minded and authoritarian leaders across Latin America using funds allocated for the European defense against Putin The Independent UK · Oct 2
Trump administration diverts human rights funds to push far-right agenda abroad Support such as for white Afrikaners and anti-communism reveals how US is redefining what qualifies as human rights The Guardian - US · Sep 30
Senators press administration for answers on broadband funds A bipartisan group of senators is pushing the Commerce Department to release long-delayed guidance for states seeking to use remaining funds from a $42 billion broadband grant program. In a letter first shared with CQ Roll Call, Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., with Senate Appropriations Chair Susan Collins, R-Maine; Angus King,… Roll Call · Sep 29
100% tariffs on India? US House passes bill authorising new duties on Russia oil buyers The US House of Representatives has passed legislation authorising President Donald Trump to impose tariffs of up to 100% on India, China and other countries buying Russian oil and gas. The bill, which also targets Russia’s leadership, energy sector and shadow fleet, now goes to Trump for his signature. The Economic Times · Sep 17
Congressman Chris Pappas wins New Hampshire Democratic Senate primary Pappas fends off challenge from progressive Karishma Manzur in seat to be vacated by retiring Jeanne Shaheen The Guardian - US · Sep 9
Pappas and Sununu set up marquee Senate clash in New Hampshire Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas and Republican former Sen. John E. Sununu won their respective Senate primaries Tuesday in New Hampshire, formalizing a fall matchup for an open seat that both sides have already begun fighting over. With over 80 percent of votes counted, Pappas was leading biochemist Karishma Manzur, 65… Roll Call · Sep 8
The Economic Times · Sep 8 US Senate race in New Hampshire heats up as progressive Democrat Manzur cuts Pappas' lead The Democratic Senate primary in New Hampshire is heating up, with Karishma Manzur gaining momentum while Chris Pappas, the moderate frontrunner, sees his poll numbers plummet. The eventual winner is set to take on John Sununu in the general election. With New Hampshire voters frequently crossing party lines, excitement builds…
The Guardian - US · Sep 8 US supreme court rejects Missouri Republicans’ appeal to use Trump-backed congressional map in midterms – as it happened This live blog is now closed.
Roll Call · Sep 8 At the Races: Don’t take it for Granite Welcome to a special edition of At the Races! Throughout the 2026 primary season, watch for these updates from the CQ Roll Call campaign team on what you need to know for Election Day. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. By Mary Ellen McIntire, Andrew…
Ballotpedia · Sep 5 Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate in New Hampshire features competing ideologies between the two leading candidates Five candidates are running in the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate in New Hampshire on Sept. 8, 2026. Incumbent U.S. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.) is retiring from public office. Karishma Manzur (D) and Chris Pappas (D) lead in polls, fundraising, and media attention.
Roll Call · Sep 4 Pappas keeps focus on November amid signs of tightening Senate primary PLYMOUTH, N.H. — Chris Pappas has been seen as Democrats’ presumed Senate nominee in New Hampshire since he entered the race more than a year ago. And for most of that time, the four-term congressman has also been viewed as a slight favorite to hold the seat of retiring fellow…
Roll Call · Sep 2 Democratic race for Pappas seat in New Hampshire grows increasingly bitter MANCHESTER, N.H. – The last competitive Democratic House primary of the year hasn’t been shaped much by the centrist vs. progressive narrative that has dotted intraparty contests around the country this year. What’s more noticeable is how the crowded contest for New Hampshire’s 1st District seat being vacated by Democratic…
Ballotpedia · Sep 1 Elections Ballotpedia is covering in September 2026 In September 2026, Ballotpedia is tracking 865 elections across 14 states. These include four statewide elections, 10 special elections held to fill vacancies in fourstates, and two recall elections in two states.
Latin Times · Aug 27 Miami Gardens Man's Deportation Flight Diverted to Equatorial Guinea After Standoff on Liberia Tarmac A Miami Gardens man is among six deportees diverted to Equatorial Guinea after refusing to leave a U.S. flight in Liberia, family and lawyers say.
Ballotpedia · Aug 18 Nine candidates are running in the Democratic primary for New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District Nine candidates are running in the Democratic primary for New Hampshire's 1st Congressional District election on September 8, 2026. Stefany Shaheen (D), Maura Sullivan (D), and Christian Urrutia (D) lead in media attention, campaign fundraising, and endorsements. Incumbent Chris Pappas (D) is running for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate…
The Guardian - US · Aug 5 US to shut five consulates as critics fear China could fill diplomatic vacuum State department informs Congress of planned closures in Canada, Grenada, Japan, Indonesia and Cameroon
The Economic Times · Jul 29 Zelenskyy hails US Senate vote on Russia sanctions as first step to peace Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed the US Senate's procedural vote advancing a Russia sanctions bill. He met with over sixty senators, discussing continued US support and anti-ballistic defense. Zelenskyy also met with US President Donald Trump, which went very well. He discussed expanding defense-industrial cooperation with Lockheed Martin executives. This…