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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

US midterm elections: Who is Michele Tafoya? The four-time Emmy winner who covered 327 NFL games before entering politics and is contesting in Minnesota Senate race

Michele Tafoya, a former sportscaster, is running for the Senate in Minnesota with a focus on accountability. Her campaign emphasizes fiscal responsibility, government transparency, and family-oriented policies while criticizing corruption. Tafoya's financial disclosures reveal a wealth significantly higher than her opponent, Peggy Flanagan, raising potential voter concerns. Flanagan has highlighted…

The Economic Times · Oct 12

Michele Tafoya: from unassuming NFL sideline reporter to rightwing firebrand

The former Sunday Night Football stalwart is now one step from a seat in the US Senate. And she could cause a shock in liberal Minnesota

The Guardian - US · Aug 20

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

The Guardian - US · Aug 11

At the Races: More Midwestern mayhem

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 and…

Roll Call · Aug 11

What to know about the Minnesota Senate election

Senate Democrats don’t have to wait long for their next big primary test. Their race for the open seat in Minnesota has fallen along familiar lines, and Tuesday will determine whether centrist Rep. Angie Craig or the more progressive Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan comes out ahead.   Craig, who flipped a…

Roll Call · Aug 7

The August elections that could derail Trump – and burst open a civil war among Democrats

Alaska, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri South Carolina and Wisconsin are just some of the states braced for crucial House, Senate and gubernatorial primaries this month

The Independent UK · Aug 4

GOP candidate drops surefire trick for Americans to escape heat of Donald Trump’s Iran war – ‘one less trip to Starbucks’

Hey, GOP — leave Starbucks alone!

We Got This Covered · Mar 21

GOP Senate hopeful suggests Americans drink less Starbucks to help Iran war

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The Independent UK · Mar 20

Former NFL sideline reporter announces Senate bid in Minnesota as a Republican

Michele Tafoya pledges to ‘ask the tough questions and demand honest answers’

The Independent UK · Jan 21