Trump critic Thomas Massie defeated in Kentucky Republican House primary In biggest primary night so far this year, key races were held in Pennsylvania, Georgia, Alabama, Oregon and Idaho The Guardian - US · May 20
Election Results 2026 winners: Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Alabama, Georgia, Oregon, Idaho Election Results 2026: With just months to go for midterm polls, Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Alabama, Georgia, Oregon, Idaho elections are critical for Donald Trump and Republicans. The Economic Times · May 20
Kentucky primary election results, winners: Thomas Massie lost to Donald Trump backed Ed Gallrein, S. Guthrie, James Comer, Melissa Strange win key races Kentucky primary election was seen as a test of U.S. President Donald Trump's powers to persuade Republican voters to punish his critics. The Economic Times · May 20
Thomas Massie Loses, Proving That Deficit Hawks and Foreign Policy Doves Aren't Welcome in Trump's GOP If this is how the Republican Party treats the libertarian-leaning lawmakers in its midst, then libertarians should take note and act accordingly. Reason · May 20
Trump Epstein files critic Thomas Massie loses GOP primary as president’s revenge crusade rolls on Trump-endorsed Ed Gallrein beats Massie in Kentucky’s 4th district as part of Trump’s tightening grip on the GOP The Independent UK · May 19
Senate Defies Trump: Four Republicans Back Push to Block Future Iran Strikes and Halt Conflict The US Senate advances a resolution to limit President Trump's military actions against Iran, highlighting bipartisan concerns over executive power in military decisions. International Business Times UK · May 19
Senate advances measure to end Iran war as Bill Cassidy flips vote Since President Trump ordered an attack on Iran at the end of February, Democrats have repeatedly forced votes on war powers resolutions The Independent UK · May 19
What Jefferson and Madison would have thought about ‘rededicating’ the US to God Thousands of Americans prayed on the National Mall on May 17, 2026, during “Rededicate 250”: a day-long rally to “come together in prayer and worship ahead of the nation’s 250th birthday,” as organizers described it. U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson, one of many Republican politicians and conservative Christian leaders to… The Conversation · May 19
Oregon voters decide whether to boost their gas tax as Iran war causes prices at the pump to soar Oregon voters are facing a familiar theme on their primary ballot: well-financed Democratic incumbents looking to slide past little-known challengers while Republicans attempt to nominate candidates who could put up a fight in November in a heavily blue state AAP · May 19
Massie ousted in Kentucky primary by Trump-backed challenger Donald Trump scored a political win in eastern Kentucky on Tuesday, with his chosen candidate vanquishing Rep. Thomas Massie, a fiscal hawk with a libertarian streak who has publicly sparred with the president on spending bills, the war in Iran and the release of records related to the convicted late… Roll Call · May 19
Who is Ken Paxton? Trump endorses Paxton, putting the GOP Senate seat under fresh spotlight- Will his endorsement cost Republicans the seat? Donald Trump has backed Ken Paxton for Texas Senate, intensifying a Republican battle. This move alarms party leaders who fear Paxton's controversies could jeopardize the seat. The endorsement highlights Trump's sway over the GOP. Democrats see an opportunity as Republicans grapple with internal conflict and potential resource drain. The race… The Economic Times · May 19
Vance urges immigration critics in UK to ‘keep on going’ after London protest Rejecting accusations of racism, the Republican politician said it was ‘OK to want to defend your culture’. Evening Standard · May 19
Texas' Ken Paxton Was Impeached By His Own Party for Corruption: Trump Endorsed Him for the Senate The Republican primary runoff is scheduled for May 2026. The winner will face Democratic candidate James Talarico in November. Latin Times · May 19
A third of Republican voters want to move in a new direction and away from Trump, poll finds A 55% majority of crucial, GOP-leaning independents generally oppose Trump’s policies, survey finds The Independent UK · May 19
Ballotpedia · May 19 Hawaii Gov. Joshua Green signs bill restricting corporate political activity Welcome to Ballot Bulletin: Ballotpedia's Weekly Election Policy Digest. Every Tuesday, we deliver the latest updates on election policy around the country, including nationwide trends and recent legislative activity.
International Business Times · May 19 One-Third of Republican Supporters Want GOP to Move Beyond Trump, New Poll Shows President Donald Trump remains the dominant force in Republican politics, but a new poll shows that a significant number of GOP voters and Republican-leaning independents are beginning to look for a different path after his second term as president ends in 2028.
The Economic Times · May 19 US lawmakers seek to undercut Chinese AI and tech sales abroad The legislation, sponsored by Democrat Jeanne Shaheen of New Hampshire and Republican Pete Ricketts of Nebraska, would create an office within the State Department to subsidize purchases by allied governments of American technology and streamline the procurement process. If passed, a fund worth $500 million would be created to help…
Roll Call · May 19 GOP senators push for challenge to House maps in Democratic states Senate Republicans used a hearing Tuesday to push the Trump administration to file lawsuits challenging congressional maps in California, Illinois and other Democrat-controlled states in the wake of a Supreme Court decision rolling back the Voting Rights Act. The hearing comes weeks after the Supreme Court’s six-justice conservative majority in…
International Business Times · May 19 Trump Endorses Ken Paxton Over Longtime Incumbent John Cornyn In Texas Primary President Donald Trump endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over longtime incumbent John Cornyn in the state's Republican primary.
The Independent UK · May 19 Trump endorses scandal-ridden Ken Paxton in dagger to Cornyn’s Texas reelection bid over longstanding grudge Trump’s endorsement of Paxton marks second move against sitting GOP senators in 2026 midterms cycle
The Texas Tribune · May 19 Trump endorses Ken Paxton in Senate GOP runoff The development, coming partway through early voting, is a searing blow for John Cornyn, who finished first in the March runoff but was unable to convince Trump to endorse him.
International Business Times UK · May 19 JD Vance Humiliated: Donald Trump Refuses to Name VPOTUS as Successor While He Listens From the Back Donald Trump declined to name JD Vance as his political successor during an Oval Office interview, fueling speculation over Republican succession battles.
International Business Times · May 19 Rubio Builds Early Evangelical Edge Over Vance In 2028 GOP Shadow Primary: Report Prominent evangelical leaders see Secretary of State Marco Rubio as holding an early advantage over Vice President JD Vance among conservative Christian voters, according to a new report.
The Independent UK · May 19 Senate leader Thune splits with Trump over $1.776B DOJ weaponization ‘slush fund’ in first sign of major party rift The top Senate Republican says he is ‘not a big fan’ of the new ‘anti-weaponization fund’
Roll Call · May 19 House NIL bill gets benched House Republican leaders have once again scrubbed plans to vote on legislation that would usher in substantial changes to college sports, leaving an uncertain path ahead. Attention is now turning to the Senate, where Sens. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, and Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., are reportedly preparing their own bipartisan proposal to…