Maryland Democrats put measure on 2026 ballot, making it the fourth state to take action towards redistricting ahead of 2028 Welcome to the Monday, Aug. 10, 2026, Brew. Ballotpedia · Aug 10
MAGA Men Branded 'Cucked' Trump Worshippers After Bill Cassidy Backs Todd Blanche for Attorney General Senator Bill Cassidy's support for Todd Blanche as attorney general has drawn criticism, highlighting tensions within the Republican Party and questioning Cassidy's independence from Trump. International Business Times UK · Aug 10
Tim Scott Says Abdul El-Sayed Is ‘Making It Easier’ for Republicans to Flip Michigan Senate Seat, Calls Democrat ‘Wrong’ for Key Swing State Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) said Democratic Michigan Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed is "making it easier" for Republicans to flip the battleground seat, arguing that the progressive candidate is out of step with Michigan voters. Benzinga · Aug 10
RNC Chair Joe Gruters 'Very Optimistic' GOP Will Hold House, Senate Majorities After Midterms: 'I Bet You We Win 10' The Republican National Committee (RNC) Chair, Joe Gruters, anticipates his party maintaining its majority in both the House and Senate following the upcoming midterm elections. Benzinga · Aug 10
Trump ally pressed on Obama and El-Sayed trend: ‘Trying to say, hint hint, he’s Muslim?’ South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott refers to El-Sayed’s association with Hasan Piker as he calls Michigan Democrat ‘dangerous’ but doesn’t defend GOP ads accused of Islamophobia The Independent UK · Aug 9
Taylor Swift songs removed from Trump and White House’s social media posts Rage-baiting efforts of Trump accounts silenced after posts such as a video linking her Red album to Republicans The Guardian - US · Aug 9
Grand Old Plan: Why Republicans Are Tapping Kitchen Table For Its Midterm Playbook The Republican playbook aims to steer the discourse away from being a referendum on US President Donald Trump's war on Iran, its impact on the economy and the rock-bottom approval ratings alarming even the MAGA base. It will instead harp on the dangers of the activist Left holding the Democratic… International Business Times · Aug 9
Mamdani sued after New York City mayor’s luxury second home tax causes ‘panic’ The lawsuit, which has ties to a Republican city council member and Mamdani’s past rivals, accuses the city of ignoring state law The Independent UK · Aug 8
Lindsey Graham’s sister faces doubts from Republicans as she seeks his Senate seat Though often by her late brother’s side, she remains largely unknown in South Carolina's clubby political circles The Independent UK · Aug 8
Trump lashes out at Republican senator who voted against his AG pick IN FULL The Independent UK · Aug 8
College student complains ‘burrito shouldn’t cost $20,’ so Texas Republican demands Americans to ‘stop whining’ and just ‘eat ramen’ He used to care about rising costs. We Got This Covered · Aug 8
‘Traitor’: Trump condemns GOP senator who refused to bend the knee and vote for Todd Blanche The Senate confirmed President Donald Trump’s former defense lawyer Todd Blanche as attorney general in a 50-49 vote overnight after two Republicans sided with Democrats in opposition The Independent UK · Aug 8
Trump’s former personal lawyer Todd Blanche confirmed as US attorney general by one vote in Senate Vote followed a tumultuous confirmation fight that exposed deep concerns from Republicans as well as Democrats The Independent UK · Aug 8
Blanche confirmation allows Trump to continue ‘pervasive, breathtaking corruption’, says Schumer – as it happened Senate minority leader condemns Republicans after Donald Trump’s former defense lawyer confirmed by 50 votes to 49 early on Saturday morning. This blog is now closed. The Guardian - US · Aug 8
The Economic Times · Aug 8 US Senators head for the exits without meeting Trump's demands for voting bill US Senators concluded their session early Saturday after a significant legislative deadlock. President Trump's strict proof-of-citizenship voting bill did not advance as planned. Republican senators discussed an alternative plan to revisit voting bill elements later. Key priorities, including attorney general confirmation and sanctions, were successfully passed. The Senate ultimately adjourned…
France 24 · Aug 8 US Senate narrowly confirms Trump loyalist Todd Blanche as attorney general The US Senate on Saturday voted 50-49 to confirm President Donald Trump's former personal lawyer Todd Blanche as the country's attorney general. Blanche was serving as the top US law enforcement officer in an acting capacity after Trump fired another loyalist, Pam Bondi. His confirmation caps one of the most…
The Economic Times · Aug 8 Todd Blanche narrowly confirmed as Trump's attorney general in overnight vote US Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as Attorney General early Saturday morning. This confirmation followed a contentious confirmation fight in the Republican-led Senate. Blanche, a former personal attorney for President Donald Trump, secured the position by a narrow margin. His confirmation allows him to pursue the administration's agenda more aggressively. Concerns…
The Guardian - AU · Aug 7 David Brat bound for Australia as diplomat confirmed as next US ambassador Former Republican state congressman, who once argued Christianity and capitalism should merge, confirmed by US Senate to fill long-vacant role
The Independent UK · Aug 7 Hillary Clinton warns this Republican attack on Democrats will be ‘very effective’ The prominent Democrat suggested the GOP will baselessly accuse members of her party of being communists, and it will work to dissuade voters
Roll Call · Aug 7 Republicans punt budget for reconciliation package into the fall Senate Republicans abandoned plans Friday night to try to take up a budget resolution for a third reconciliation package, bowing to the reality that they lacked enough votes for it. The decision to scrap a planned procedural vote on the budget came after a late-night meeting in Majority Leader John…
Ballotpedia · Aug 7 Open general election contest for Indiana Secretary of State after Republican incumbent defeated at convention Beau Bayh (D), Max Engling (R), Greg Ballard (I), and Lauri Shillings (L) are running for Indiana Secretary of State in the November 3, 2026, general election. Bayh, Engling, and Ballard lead in media attention and fundraising.
Ballotpedia · Aug 7 Brent Taylor won the Republican primary for Tennessee's redrawn 9th Congressional District Brent Taylor defeated Charlotte Bergmann, Jeremy Thompson, and Todd Warner in the Republican primary for U.S. House of Representatives in Tennessee's 9th Congressional District on August 6, 2026.
Ballotpedia · Aug 7 Johnny Garrett (R) defeated Jon Henry (R) and Van Hilleary (R) in the Republican primary for Tennessee's 6th Congressional District on August 6, 2026 Johnny Garrett (R) defeated Jon Henry (R) and Van Hilleary (R) in the Republican primary for Tennessee's 6th Congressional District on August 6, 2026. As of July 2026, Garrett and Hilleary led in fundraising and local media attention.
Ballotpedia · Aug 7 Charlie Hatcher (R) defeated incumbent Andy Ogles (R) in the Republican primary for Tennessee's 5th Congressional District on August 6, 2026 Charlie Hatcher (R) defeated incumbent Andy Ogles (R) in the Republican primary for Tennessee's 5th Congressional District on August 6, 2026.
Latin Times · Aug 7 Houston Has 2M Latino Voters — And Most of Them Aren't Showing Up. That Could Decide the Texas Senate Race Harris County has Texas' largest Latino population, but low turnout and affordability concerns could decide the tight Talarico-Paxton Senate race.