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House speaker calls early recess before midterms amid AI regulation frenzy

Mike Johnson cancels votes on Thursday, meaning House members will avoid voting on impeaching Pete Hegseth

The Guardian - US

S&P 500: Q4 Strength or Election Risk?

The S&P 500 has historically gained 2.9% during the fourth quarter—but that average rises to 6.6% in midterm election years. Will 2026 follow the pattern? My latest Barchart article examines the seasonality, election risks, and technical picture.

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Gibney's Musk Documentary Warns DOGE Data Could Be Used 'for an AI To Influence the Election'

A new documentary examines Musk's influence across government, politics and media, warning that DOGE-accessed data could potentially be combined with AI to influence the US midterm election.

International Business Times UK

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Democrats’ chances of gaining control of Congress at US midterms depend on Iran war

In Nate Silver’s forecast model, Democrats are more likely than not to gain control of the US federal Senate at November 3 midterm elections, and strongly favoured to gain control of the House of Representatives. Donald Trump’s net approval is close to -20.

The Conversation

Trump says he has ‘no regret’ over Iran war, vows conflict will end after midterms

President Trump stated he does not regret the war against Iran, despite potential election impacts. He believes supporters are proud of his efforts to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Trump anticipates the conflict will conclude immediately after the upcoming midterm elections. The war, initiated on February 28, has caused…

The Economic Times

Mexico Launches 2027 Election Process With More Than 19,000 Public Offices at Stake

Mexico formally launched its 2026-2027 electoral process on Thursday, beginning preparations for a massive midterm election that will put more than 19,000 public offices before voters and help determine the balance of political power during the second half of President Claudia Sheinbaum's term.

Latin Times

Iran-US war latest: Tehran-backed rebels capture key Red Sea port raising fears of further shipping threat

The capture could give Iran another potential point of leverage in its war with the US

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Meet our new class of fall fellows

The college students and recent graduates join our nonprofit as we produce TribFest and cover heated midterm elections. Our fellows gain real-world experience while helping us serve Texans.

The Texas Tribune

Russia Sanctions Bill: India gets a breather as Trump’s 100% tariff weapon stalls in US House

A US Senate bill to impose tougher sanctions on Russia is facing growing opposition in the House, making it unlikely to move before the November midterm elections. The bill could allow President Donald Trump to impose 100% tariffs on major buyers of Russian oil and gas, including India, China and…

The Economic Times

Foes gear up to counter Trump’s possible election moves

President Donald Trump was nonchalant last week when asked about a contested administration rule that would use the U.S. Postal Service to weed out allegedly illegal midterm election ballots. His foes say that’s all part of a broader plan, even as they offered few sure-fire ways to stop it. Trump…

Roll Call

Fed, BOJ, AI Boom and Elections: What markets are watching next

As traders emerge from their holiday break, global markets brace for fluctuations. The ongoing geopolitical tensions keep energy prices in focus, while decisions from the Fed and BOJ will be scrutinized closely. Additionally, the rise of artificial intelligence valuations and potential fiscal challenges in Europe pose risks, compounded by the…

The Economic Times

Here’s how to cast a ballot in Texas’ midterm election on Nov. 3

Voters will weigh in on dozens of races, including U.S. senator, governor and many other offices.

The Texas Tribune

Wall Street's Rally Has Been Remarkably Calm. History Says the Next 8 Weeks Could Be Different.

Investors are entering a period of the calendar that has historically been volatile during midterm election years.

International Business Times

Tense boiling point on election security

Democratic election officials criticized Homeland Security leaders for lackluster support as midterm election looms

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Ballotpedia

Nine statewide candidate filing deadlines in the next two weeks

We're almost halfway through August, and the midterm election cycle continues! There are multiple deadlines for primary voters to be aware of in the upcoming weeks, as well as deadlines for candidates intending to run in the November general election.

Ballotpedia

Second-most incumbents retiring in a midterm year in Kansas since 2010

Seventeen Kansas state legislative incumbents are retiring in 2026, the second-highest number in any midterm election since 2010. This is a 29% decrease in the number of incumbents retiring compared to 2022. In Kansas, state representatives are up for election every two years, while state senators are up every four…

The Economic Times

Is Wall Street heading towards a massive crash by 2026-end? Here's what history may be hinting at

Strong US stock gains in '26 are being overshadowed by historical midterm election volatility, AI valuation concerns and bearish warnings. While corrections are common in midterm years, analysts expect markets to recover strongly after elections, supported by favourable historical trends.

France 24

Trump casts Democrats as red 'menace' with McCarthyist rhetoric ahead of US midterms

The US midterm election campaign is gaining momentum, and US President Donald Trump is reviving Cold War era rhetoric to peg the Democratic Party as extremists and a red "menace".

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International Business Times UK

Elon Musk Leads Individual Billionaire Donors as $1.3B Poured Into 2026 US Midterm Elections Cycle

Billionaire donations like Elon Musk's for the 2026 midterms raise concerns over influence, as Bernie Sanders calls for banning super PACs to protect democracy.

The Economic Times

Federal judge halts Trump's election executive order seeking to create a federal voter list

US District Court Judge Indira Talwani, who was nominated by Democratic President Barack Obama, sided with a coalition of nearly two dozen states that challenged the Republican president's order in granting a summary judgment. Her ruling applies to this year's midterm election cycle.

The Economic Times

Donald Trump cancels housing bill signing to pressure Republicans on voting bill

President Trump has postponed a housing bill signing to push Republican senators for passage of his voting restrictions, the SAVE America Act. Despite his efforts, the bill faces significant hurdles in the Senate due to the filibuster rule, with many Republicans acknowledging the difficulty in securing enough votes. This move…

International Business Times

Judge Blocks Trump's 'Haphazard' Citizenship Verification Program Ahead of Midterm Elections

U.S. District Judge Sparkle Sooknanan ruled that recent changes made to the Department of Homeland Security's SAVE database created serious risks of inaccurate voter screenings.

Roll Call

Rating changes: 11 House races move toward Democrats

ANALYSIS — Another month, and another batch of rating changes that benefit Democrats. But the House Republican majority is not lost yet, according to a district-by-district analysis of the House battleground. With less than five months to go, the fundamentals of midterm elections continue to favor Democrats. President Donald Trump’s…

USAFacts

Who shows up to the midterms?

Voter turnout in the last two midterm elections has been higher compared to midterms in the past four decades.

International Business Times UK

'I Love the Inflation': Trump Defies Economic Experts as US Consumer Prices Record Dramatic Spike

President Trump expressed enthusiasm for high inflation, linking it to covert oil seizures. His remarks have intensified political tensions and economic concerns during a challenging midterm election year.

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