Florida Republican could face death penalty after allegedly molesting grandson under new law he voted for Facing five felony charges, including child abuse causing mental injury. We Got This Covered · Aug 21
Cornered by Big Bend backlash, Texas Republicans tread carefully around Trump Most of the state’s GOP leaders have hedged on the White House's plans for the region, welcoming a construction pause without breaking from a president they're loath to cross. The Texas Tribune · Aug 21
Trump goes all-in for Lindsey Graham’s sister after her stunning national security blunder Voters across the state will decide Tuesday whether Graham or Rep. Ralph Norman secures the Republican nomination on the ballot this November The Independent UK · Aug 21
JD Vance returns to ‘Hillbilly Elegy’ steel plant as Republicans sweat crucial Ohio races Vice President JD Vance will return to his hometown Friday to campaign for Republican candidates The Independent UK · Aug 21
Byron Donalds defeated 10 other candidates in the Republican primary for governor of Florida on Aug. 18 Byron Donalds (R) defeated 10 other candidates in the Republican primary for governor of Florida on Aug. 18, 2026. Donalds, Jay Collins (R), James Fishback (R), and Paul Renner (R) led in local media attention. Incumbent Ron DeSantis (R) was term-limited. Ballotpedia · Aug 20
Investigators examining foes of Trump seek interviews related to Mar-a-Lago search, AP sources say Investigators are seeking to interview law enforcement officials in connection with the FBI search of Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate as part of a Florida-based inquiry aiming to establish a conspiracy against the Republican president The Independent UK · Aug 20
At the Races: Party’s (not) over? Welcome to At the Races! Each week we bring you news and analysis from the CQ Roll Call campaign team. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. By Daniela Altimari and Mary Ellen McIntire American politics is defined by partisan divides, disenfranchised voters, big money and powerful… Roll Call · Aug 20
‘Starve the beast’? The $40tn cost of Republicans’ false promises to cut spending The enormous US debt under Trump will hobble the next Democratic administration – just as the GOP planned The Guardian - US · Aug 20
Rick Jackson's 'Deported or Departed' Governor Campaign Faces Questions Over Workers at His Georgia Mansion A Georgia landscaper's workplace injury has become an unexpected test of Republican gubernatorial nominee Rick Jackson's most forceful campaign promise: a crackdown on undocumented immigrants. Latin Times · Aug 20
Kamala Harris’ Gen-Z-focused account on X takes swipe at Trump’s failed political endorsements Kamala Harris repurposed her campaign account into a Gen-Z focused page that takes aim at President Trump’s gaffes and policies The Independent UK · Aug 20
Republicans revive false miscarriage statistic, twist Fauci’s texts about COVID-19 shots By Kate Yandell ANALYSIS — Studies have shown no connection between COVID-19 vaccination during pregnancy and increased risk of miscarriage. Despite this, Republican Sens. Rand Paul and Ron Johnson resurrected a long-debunked claim of an astronomical rate of miscarriage after vaccination while also accusing Dr. Anthony Fauci of deceiving the… Roll Call · Aug 20
Missouri GOP redistricting map lawsuit: Judge clears new districts for November Missouri Republicans secured a court victory for their new congressional map. Opponents are now preparing to appeal this decision to the state Supreme Court. The current ruling allows the Republican-friendly districts to remain for upcoming elections. This legal fight centers on voter referendum rights and redistricting authority. The outcome could… The Economic Times · Aug 20
White House legislative liaison’s exit comes ahead of tricky pre-midterms session James Braid, President Donald Trump’s point man on Capitol Hill, will soon leave that post ahead of a packed September congressional session and just over two months before voters will decide which party controls the House and Senate. A White House official on Thursday confirmed the legislative affairs director’s exit… Roll Call · Aug 20
Michael Cohen, ex-fixer for Trump who once testified against him, hosts president on his radio show – as it happened Despite previously comparing him to a ‘mobster’, Trump’s former personal lawyer showers him with praise. This blog is now closed. The Guardian - US · Aug 20
Benzinga · Aug 20 GOP Fears Data Center Backlash Could Cost Ohio Senate Seat—and Derail AI Expansion Across US: Report The National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) has reportedly alerted top AI firms, privately, about the potential political fallout from the negative public opinion surrounding U.S. data centers.
The Texas Tribune · Aug 20 Talarico floods Texas airwaves in U.S. Senate race as Paxton, GOP stay quiet With early voting about two months away, the Democrat has had TV nearly to himself, outspending his Republican rival more than 200-to-1 on advertising as GOP groups weigh when — or whether — to get involved.
Ballotpedia · Aug 20 Ten U.S. House incumbents have lost primaries to non-incumbents this year, tying 2022 for the most since at least 2014 Welcome to the Thursday, Aug. 20, 2026, Brew.
The Guardian - US · Aug 20 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
Roll Call · Aug 20 DCCC adds Maine’s Matt Dunlap and 4 others to ‘Red to Blue’ program The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee is adding five more candidates to its “Red to Blue” program for top recruits, including Maine State Auditor Matt Dunlap, who defeated the group’s preferred candidate in a primary earlier this year. The other four candidates are running in Republican-held districts that backed Donald Trump…
Benzinga · Aug 20 Trump’s FDA Pick Heidi Overton Faces Republican Resistance as Bill Cassidy Calls Vaccine Order Role ‘Almost Disqualifying’ President Donald Trump’s choice of Dr. Heidi Overton to lead the Food and Drug Administration faced Republican resistance Wednesday as Senate Health Committee Chair Bill Cassidy (R-La.) said her role in the administration’s vaccine order was "almost disqualifying."
The Economic Times · Aug 20 Trump announces first-ever Republican midterm convention in Dallas, calls it "greatest rally of them all" US President Donald Trump announced the Republican Party's first national midterm convention. This event will take place in Dallas, Texas, on September ninth and tenth. Republicans will gather to celebrate party achievements and prepare for upcoming elections. The convention aims to energize voters and secure victories in the midterms. This…
International Business Times UK · Aug 19 Sophie Rain Celebrates as Republican Who Wanted to Hit Her With $42m OnlyFans 'Sin Tax' Loses Election Sophie Rain celebrates after James Fishback, who proposed a 50% 'sin tax' on OnlyFans income, loses Florida's primary election. Rain, a target of the tax plan, views the result as vindication.
Ballotpedia · Aug 19 Jim Schwartzel (R) defeated nine other candidates in the Republican primary for Florida's 19th Congressional District on August 18, 2026 Jim Schwartzel (R) defeated nine other candidates in the Republican primary for Florida's 19th Congressional District on August 18, 2026. Schwartzel, Madison Cawthorn (R), Chris Collins (R), Ola Hawatmeh (R), Catalina Lauf (R), Jim Oberweis (R), and John Strand (R) led in fundraising, endorsements, and local media attention.
Ballotpedia · Aug 19 Democratic, Republican campaign committees target Michigan's 10th Congressional District in 2026 as Rep. John James runs for governor Christina Hines (D), Michael Bouchard (R), and three other candidates are running in the general election for Michigan's 10th Congressional District on November 3, 2026.
The Guardian - US · Aug 19 Mike Lindell offers to fund recount in Minnesota Republican primary for governor MyPillow founder and Trump ally lost primary to Lisa Demuth by 11 points, but still refuses to concede defeat